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Product Type 5.1-Channel Soundbar System
Brand VIZIO
Model S3851W-D4
Total Power Output ~300W RMS
Soundbar Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 39.4 x 3.0 x 3.5 inches
Subwoofer Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 8.5 x 12.6 x 8.5 inches
Satellite Speaker Dimensions (each) Approx. 4.5 x 6.5 x 4.5 inches
Soundbar Weight ~6.6 lbs (3 kg)
Subwoofer Weight ~11 lbs (5 kg)
Power Supply AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption (Soundbar) ~60W (standby <0.5W)
Audio Inputs HDMI (ARC), Optical, 3.5mm Aux, USB (for service)
Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth 4.1, Wireless Subwoofer & Satellites
Audio Decoding Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM
Remote Control Included (IR)
Wall Mountable Yes (bracket included)
Warranty 1 Year Limited
Maintenance Wipe with a dry, soft cloth; avoid liquids
Safety Do not use outdoors; keep away from heat sources and moisture
Repair & Parts Contact VIZIO support; no user-serviceable parts inside

Frequently Asked Questions - S3851W-D4 VIZIO

How do I connect my soundbar to my TV?
Use the included HDMI cable to connect the soundbar's HDMI OUT (ARC) port to your TV's HDMI ARC port. Alternatively, use an optical cable or 3.5mm aux cable.
Why is there no sound from the subwoofer?
Ensure the subwoofer is plugged in and powered on. Press the PAIR button on the subwoofer and the Bluetooth button on the remote to re-pair. Keep the subwoofer within 30 feet of the soundbar.
How do I reset the soundbar?
With the soundbar on, press and hold the Bluetooth and Volume Down buttons on the unit for 10 seconds. The LED will flash and the soundbar will reset to factory defaults.
Can I control the soundbar with my TV remote?
Yes, if your TV supports HDMI-CEC. Enable CEC on your TV settings and connect via HDMI ARC. Then your TV remote can control volume and power.
How do I pair my phone via Bluetooth?
Press the Bluetooth button on the remote until the LED blinks. On your phone, search for 'VIZIO S3851W' and select it. Once connected, the LED will stop blinking.
What are the audio input options?
The soundbar supports HDMI ARC, optical, 3.5mm aux, and Bluetooth. Use the INPUT button on the remote to cycle through sources.
The soundbar turns off by itself. What's wrong?
The Eco Power feature may be enabled. Press and hold the Power button on the remote for 5 seconds to disable it. Also ensure the soundbar is not overheating.
Can I wall mount the soundbar?
Yes, the soundbar includes a wall mount bracket. Attach the bracket to the back of the soundbar and use appropriate wall anchors and screws (not included) for your wall type.
How do I update the firmware?
Visit the VIZIO support website and search for your model. Download the latest firmware to a USB drive, insert it into the soundbar's USB port, and follow the on-screen instructions (if available) or the manual.
What is the warranty period?
VIZIO offers a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. Keep your receipt and register your product online for support.

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USER MANUAL S3851W-D4 VIZIO

QUICK START GUIDE

Model: S3851w-D4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Your Unit is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent your Unit from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for its installation, use, and maintenance. Please read the following safety instructions before operating your Unit. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

- Read these instructions.

- Keep these instructions.

- Heed all warnings.

- Follow all instructions.

- Do not use this apparatus near water.

- Clean only with a dry cloth.

- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

- Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from lip-over.

- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to your Unit.

- Unplug the power cord before cleaning your Unit. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning. Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner on your Unit. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

• Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to insure compatibility.

- When moving your Unit from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on your Unit to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.

- Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of your Unit and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place your Unit in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.

- Never push any object into the slots and openings on your Unit enclosure. Do not place any objects on the top of your Unit. Doing so could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on your Unit.

- The power cord must be replaced when using different voltage than the voltage specified. For more information, contact your dealer.

- When connected to a power outlet, power is always flowing into your Unit. To totally disconnect power, unplug the power cord.

- 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 your Unit that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

- 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 Unit.

- Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. - The wall socket should be located near your Unit and be easily accessible

  • Keep your Unit away from moisture. Do not expose your Unit to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into your Unit, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.
  • Do not use your Unit 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 your Unit yourself.
  • Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your Unit 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 your Unit may cause fire or electric shock.
  • Do not install your Unit in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your Unit in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
  • Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your Unit.
  • When unplugging your Unit, hold the power plug, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause fire or electric shock. When your Unit will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord.
    • To reduce risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
  • Insert the remote control battery in accordance with instructions. Incorrect polarity may cause the battery to leak which can damage the remote control or injure the operator.
    • See the important note and rating located on the bottom of the unit.
  • WARNING -This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near the equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain, or moisture.
  • CAUTION - Danger of explosion or fire if battery is mistreated. Replace only with the same or specified type.
  • Do not leave the battery exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Do not disassemble the battery or dispose of it in fire.
  • Disconnect the mains plug to shut off when you experience trouble or the device is not in use. The mains plug shall remain readily operable.
  • When wall mounting, be sure that the mounting surface is strong enough to bear the weight of the Sound Bar.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Package Contents....4

Controls & Connections ....5

First-Time Setup 8

Using the Remote....14

Adjusting Sound Bar Settings 15

Programming the Sound Bar....18

Resetting to Factory Default Settings 19

Re-linking the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar......20

Bluetooth Pairing....22

Using Bluetooth Mode 23

Advanced Setup 24

Wall Mounting the Sound Bar 26

Wall Mounting the Satellite Speakers....28

Using Button Combinations....29

Help & Troubleshooting 33

One-Year Limited Warranty 34

Legal & Compliance 35

PACKAGE CONTENTS

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High Definition Sound Bar with Wireless Subwoofer

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2 x Satellite Speakers

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Remote Control with Batteries

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This Quick Start Guide

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Digital Optical Cable

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Stereo RCA to 3.5mm Audio Cable

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Coaxial Audio Cable

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2 x Satellite Speaker Audio Cables

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2 x Power Cables

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2 x Sound Bar Wall Mount Brackets

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2 x Satellite Wall Mount Brackets

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4 x Wall Mount Screws (Size: M4 x 10)

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Wall Mount Template

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4 x Velcro Cable Ties

CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS

Back of Sound Bar

Power Port (Optical 4) Digital Optical Audio In (Digital 3) Coaxial In VIZIO (USB 5) USB Port (Aux 2) Analog Audio In (Aux 1) Analog Audio In

Back of Sound Bar
Control Buttons are located here

Power Input Bluetooth Input (Hold to force pair, SeeBluetooth Pairing on page 22) Volume Up/Down

Back of Subwoofer
Pairing Button LED Indicator Satellite Speaker Ports (Connects to Speakers) Power Switch Power Port

Back of Satellite Speaker
Satellite Speaker Port (Connects to Subwoofer)

FIRST-TIME SETUP

1 Connect one of the included cables to ONE TV audio output as shown.*

BETTER DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE** BETTER DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE** GOOD G VIZIO GOOD G BETTER O 3.5MM TO RCA CABLE 3.5MM TO 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 to your other devices (Blu-ray player, game system, etc) see your device's user manual.

**When using either of 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.

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2 Connect the Sound

Connect a Power Cable to the Sound Bar.

Plug the Power Cable into a Power Outlet.

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Connected the Satellite Speakers to the Subwoofer using the included Satellite Speaker Audio Cables.

BACK OF SUBWOOFER
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BACK OF SATELLITE SPEAKERS
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Match the color coded speaker cable to the matching speaker port.

BACK OF SUBWOOFER
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Connect a Power Cable to the Subwoofer.

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Plug the Power Cable into a power outlet.

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Flip the Power Switch into the On position.

Sound Bar is centered below the TV.

For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar, Subwoofer, and Satellite Speakers as shown. The Sound Bar and Satellite Speakers should be close to ear level.

Note: If you have speaker stands for the satellite speakers, you can fasten the speaker wires along the stand with the included velcro cable ties.

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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.

Gently slide the battery cover back into place.

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Turn your TV on, then press the Power button on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on.

Press the Input button to switch between audio sources. For example, if you connected your TV to Input 1, set the Sound Bar to Input 1.

Setup is complete.

VIZIO INPUT/AMU Power

USING THE REMOTE

Display Displays Sound Bar settings Input Press to change input source. Up/Down Press to cycle through settings and options. Previous Press to return to previous track. (Changes audio settings in Menu) Volume - Press to decrease volume. Mute Press to mute/unmute. VIZIO INPUTMENU Menu Press to access…

ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS

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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 LEDBehavior Description
Bluetooth PairingBT Pair(When searching for device)Flash from Left to Right and back continuously.VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 2Press theEnterbutton on the remote. The Sound Bar will be discoverable for 15 minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3851w) using your Bluetooth Device. The sound bar will power down if no device is found.Note:Set your Bluetooth device into pairing mode prior to the Sound Bar.
Bass LevelsBassTwo center LEDs indicate Bass level 0.VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 3Press theNext/Previousbutton to increase/decrease the bass level. The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with decreasing levels.
Treble LevelsTrebleTwo center LEDs indicate Treble level 0.VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 4Press theNext/Previousbutton to increase/decrease the treble level. The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with decreasing levels.
Center LevelsCenterTwo center LEDs indicate sound is centered.VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 5Press theNext/Previousbutton to increase/decrease the presence of the center channel. The LED indicators will move to the right when the center presence is increased and to the left when the center presence is decreased.
Surround Levels TSurroundTwo center LEDs indicate surround is centered.VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 6Press theNext/Previousbutton to increase/decrease the surround sound level. The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with decreasing levels.
Surround BalanceSurr BalTwo center LEDs indicate surround balance is centered.VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 7Press theNext/Previousbutton to move the Surround Balance level towards the left/right rear channel speaker. The LED indicators will move to the right when levels are adjusted to the right and to the left when adjusted to the left.
Subwoofer Levels T SubwooferTwo center LEDs indicate Subwoofer level 0.Press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the level of the subwoofer. The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with decreasing levels.
Surround On/Off SurndSurround On: □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□○□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ ○○○○ ○○○○Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable Surround. When enabled (On), all inputs will produce 5.1 surround sound. When disabled (Off), 5.1 surround sound sources will be downmixed to 3.1 channels.
TruVolume On/Off TruVolTruVolume On: □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○△Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable TruVolume. When enabled (On), TruVolume provides a consistent and comfortable volume level for a more enjoyable multimedia experience.
Night Mode On/Off NightNight Mode On: □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□ □○○×○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○-Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable Night Mode. When enabled (On), the Sound Bar will lower bass frequency levels to provide a more quiet environment (ideal for apartment living and homes with sleeping children).
AV Delay Two LEDs on AV DelayLEDs on the left indicate no delay. □□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□□○○○○×○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○△Press thenext, the LED indicators will move to the right with increasing audio delay levels
Speaker Test Spkr TestPress the Play button to begin a speaker test. When the test begins, a voice will begin naming each speaker's location in the following order: Front Left, Center, Front Right, Rear Right, and Rear Left. The Subwoofer will emit a short burst of bass.
TV Remote TV RRemote On: VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 8Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable VIZIO TV Remotes. When enabled (On), you can use a VIZIO TV remote control to turn on the Sound Bar (using the TV Volume Up button) and control volume.
Eco Power On/OffEco Power On: VIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 9Press the Next/Previous button to enable/disable Eco Power Mode. When enabled (On), the Sound Bar will go into standby after a period of inactivity. Note: Enable this function if using a TV remote to control the sound bar.
EcoPWR ON
Program RemoteVIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 10Press the Next/Previous and Play buttons to toggle and select and program your TV remote to control the Volume Down, Volume Up, and Mute functions on your Sound Bar. See Programming The Sound Bar on page 18 for more information.
PRG REMOTE
ResetVIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 11Press the Next/Previous and Play buttons to select and reset your remote and Sound Bar to the factory default settings. All paired Bluetooth devices will be unpaired. All programmed IR remotes will also be removed. See Resetting to Factory default Settings on page 19 for more information.
RESET No
When a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is detectedVIZIO S3851W-D4 - ADJUSTING SOUND BAR SETTINGS - 12Dolby Digital and DTS are only available on either the Coaxial In or Digital Optical Audio In inputs. When a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is detected, the Dolby Digital or DTS logo will light up for 5 seconds before fading away.

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.

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When programming your Sound Bar, turn off your TV speakers. See your TV's manual for instructions on how to do this.

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TV Remote

Ensure that both the Sound Bar and TV remotes are pointed at the front of the Sound Bar.

RESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS

Function LEDBehavior Description
ResetReset No↓Reset Yes↓ConfirmYes↓ConfirmedAll Indicator LEDs will flash three times confirming factory reset.To reset the Sound Bar to factory default settings:1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.2. Use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to Reset No.3. Press the Next button to navigate to Reset Yes and press the Play button.4. ConfirmYes is displayed. Press the Play button to continue.5. Confirmed is displayed. All of the Indicator LEDs on the sound bar will flash three times confirming the reset.Note: All previously paired Bluetooth devices must be repaired.

RE-LINKING THE SUBWOOFER WITH THE SOUND BAR

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What does pairing mean? Pairing means to wirelessly connect.

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.

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Back of Subwoofer Back of Sound Bar
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First confirm that the power switch is in the ON position.

Press and hold the Pairing button on the back of the Subwoofer for 5 seconds. The LED on the back of the Subwoofer will begin to blink.

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Press and hold the Power button on the back of the Sound Bar for 5 Seconds. The LED indicators on the front will flash 3 times. The Subwoofer is now linked with the Sound Bar.

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 use the BT Pair menu option from 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.

  1. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3851w) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, see the documentation that came with your device.

  2. Play audio from your Bluetooth device. Volume can be controlled on your source device and the Sound Bar.

Back of Sound Bar
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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.

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Your Sound Bar is not equipped with a microphone, so it cannot operate as a hands-free device for a smartphone.

Maximizing Signal

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.

Try the following if your sound quality is less than optimal:

  • If you hear any break-up or disconnect while streaming music from your device, move the source device closer to the Sound Bar.
  • Be sure that there are no solid obstructions in the line-of-sight between the Sound Bar and the source device.
  • Other wireless devices can affect Bluetooth range, including wireless security cameras, wireless video baby monitors, cordless phones, and microwave ovens. Turning off or moving these devices may improve Bluetooth range.

ADVANCED SETUP

Back of Sound Bar DIGITAL OPTICAL CABLE DIGITAL COAXIAL CABLE RCA AUDIO CABLE Game Console Network Media Player Tablet/MP3 Player

*Supports .WAV file format playback only

VIZIO 3.5mm AUDIO CABLE Laptop/Computer USB Thumb Drive* Connect up to five (5) 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. If connecti…

Connect up to five (5) 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. If connecting a video device, you will need a separate video connection from the device to your TV.

WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR

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Wall-Mount Screw Holes

Insert and tighten two Wall-Mount Screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver into the Wall-Mount Screw Holes.

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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.

crews are attached or drywall anchors or concrete anchors (crete walls). Wall ware is not included. WALL MOUNTING TEMPLATE Wall Mount Screw (Size: M4 x 10)

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If you are unfamiliar with power tools or the layout of electrical wiring in the walls of your home, consult a professional installer.

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.
  2. Plug the speaker cable into the back of the Satellite Speaker.
  3. 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.

Wall Mount Screw (Size: M4 x 10)

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If you are unfamiliar with power tools or the layout of electrical wiring in the walls of your home, consult a professional installer.

USING BUTTON COMBINATIONS

There are 3 functions triggered by button combinations on the Sound Bar.

Function LEDBehavior Description
Factory ResetAll 12 LEDs will flash 3 times: VIZIO S3851W-D4 - USING BUTTON COMBINATIONS - 1Reset the Sound Bar to the factory default settings. To perform a Factory Reset,Press and Hold the Bluetooth(✗) and Volume Down (—) buttons for 5 seconds.Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set.
VIZIO TV Remote ControlVIZIO S3851W-D4 - USING BUTTON COMBINATIONS - 2Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and adjust the volume of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function,Press and Hold the Power ( ⏻) and Volume Up (+)buttons for 5 seconds.
Energy StarVIZIO S3851W-D4 - USING BUTTON COMBINATIONS - 3When the Energy Star setting is enabled, the sound bar will automatically power down after a period of inactivity. When disabled, the sound bar will remain powered on until you turn it off. To enable/disable this function,Press and Hold the Power ( ⏻) and Volume Down (—)buttons for 5 seconds. Note: Energy Star setting is enabled by default.

Back of Sound Bar
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HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING

There is no power.• Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the top 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 top of your Sound Bar.• Press MUTE on the remote to ensure the Sound Bar is not muted.• Press INPUT on the remote or on the top of your Sound Bar to select a different input source.• When using either of 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.• Your TV may be set to variable audio output. Confirm that the audio output setting is set to FIXED or STANDARD, not VARIABLE. Consult your TV's user manual for more detailed information.• If using Bluetooth, ensure that the volume on your source device is turned up and that the device is not muted.• Use the Speaker Test function on the remote to perform a channel check on each speaker. SeeAdjusting Sound Bar Settings on page 15.
I hear buzzing or humming.• Ensure all cables and wires are securely connected.• Connect a different source device (TV, Blu-ray player, etc) to see if the buzzing persists. If it does not, the problem may be with the original device.• Connect your device to a different input on the Sound Bar.
The remote isn't working.• Replace the remote batteries with new ones.• Point the remote directly at the Sound Bar when pressing a button.• If using a Bluetooth connection, some of the buttons on the remote may not be supported by the streaming application. (e.g. Pandora doesn't support the Back button.)
There is no sound coming from the Subwoofer.• If the light on the Subwoofer is blinking in a slow pattern, you will need to pair the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar. See Re-linking the subwoofer with The sound bar on page 20.• Move the Subwoofer closer to the Sound Bar.• Turn the Subwoofer power switch to ON.• To conserve power, the Subwoofer will automatically enter a low power state when not in use. It may take up to 10 seconds for the Subwoofer to link after the Sound Bar is turned on.• Use the Speaker Test function on the remote to perform a channel check on each speaker. SeeAdjusting Sound Bar Settings on page 15.
There is no sound from the satellite speakers.• Ensure the satellite speaker wires are securely connected. These wires occasionally loosen during setup.• Ensure that the Subwoofer is properly linked to the Sound Bar. If the light on the Subwoofer is blinking in a slow pattern, you will need to pair the Subwoofer with the Sound Bar. See Re-linking the subwoofer with The sound bar on page 20.• The Surround levels may be turned down. SeeAdjusting Sound Bar Settings on page 15.• Turn on the Sumd (Surround) function from the remote control. SeeAdjusting Sound Bar Settings on page 15.• Use the Speaker Test function on the remote to perform a channel check on each speaker. SeeAdjusting Sound Bar Settings on page 15.

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.

To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via email: TechSupport@VIZIO.com or via phone at 877 MY VIZIO (877.698.4946) from 5:00AM to 8:00PM Monday through Friday and 7:00AM to 4:00PM Saturday and Sunday, Pacific Time, or visit www.VIZIO.com. PRE-AUTHORIZATION MUST BE OBTAINED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER. Proof of purchase in the form of a purchase receipt or copy thereof is required to show that a Product is within the warranty period.

Parts and Labor

There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period. Replacement parts and Products may be new or recertified at VIZIO's option and sole discretion. Replacement parts and Products are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from warranty service or replacement, whichever is greater.

Type of Service

Defective Products must be sent to a VIZIO service center to obtain warranty service. VIZIO is not responsible for transportation costs to the service center, but VIZIO will cover return shipping to the customer. PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY PRODUCT TO A VIZIO SERVICE CENTER FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Product returns to VIZIO's service centers must utilize either the original carton box and shipping material or packaging that affords an equal degree of protection. VIZIO Technical Support will provide instructions for packing and shipping the covered Product to the VIZIO service center.

Limitations and Exclusions

VIZIO's one-year limited warranty only covers defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not cover, for example: cosmetic damage, normal wear and tear, improper operation, improper voltage supply or power surges, signal issues, damages from shipping, acts of God, any type of customer misuse, modifications or adjustments, as well as installation and set-up issues or any repairs attempted by anyone other than by a VIZIO authorized service center. Products with unreadable or removed serial numbers, or requiring routine maintenance are not covered. This one year limited warranty does not cover Products sold "AS IS", "FACTORY RECERTIFIED", or by a non-authorized reseller.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES 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 PRODUCT. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, 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 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 WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. CHECK www.VIZIO.com FOR THE MOST CURRENT VERSION.

SPECIFICATIONS

Sound Bar: Three 3" Full-Range Drivers

Satellite 2½" Full-Range Transducer

Speakers:

Subwoofer: 6" Subwoofer Driver

Inputs: 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Audio

1 x RCA Stereo Audio

1 x Optical (Toslink)

1 x USB

1 x Digital Coaxial Audio

Sound Pressure Level (System): 102 dB

Frequency Response (System): 50 Hz - 20 KHz

Voltage: 120 VAC, 60 Hz

Compliances: UL, CSA, FCC

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 I 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 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 the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including int may cause undesired operation.

Notice:

  1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.
  3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interference.

RF Exposure Information

This device meets the government's requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Co Commission of the U.S. Government. This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

IC Statement

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference, and
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device,

IC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

Disposal and Recycling

You must dispose of this product properly, according to local laws and regulations. Because this product contains electronic components and a battery, it must be disposed of separately from household waste. Contact local authorities to learn about disposal and recycling options:

Other:

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End Product Labeling: The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: "Contains transmitter module IC: 7825A-AINSM5D2".

Digital apparatus (ICES003), CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

The Country Code Selection feature is disabled for products markeled in the US/Canada.

Co-located: This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit, or operational failure. Note that this is not intended to prohibit transmission of control or signalling information or the use of repetitive codes where required by the technology.

The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems:

The maximum antenna gain permitted (for devices in the 5725-5825 MHz band) to comply with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non point-to-point operation as appropriate, as stated in RSS-210 Annex 9 A9.2(3).

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS Digital Surround is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com, Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS TruVolume is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS Circle Surround is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the "factory default" setting and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved. Changing the factory default settings or enabling other features will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to qualify for ENERGY STAR rating

We want to help you save energy.

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