Fidelio CSS9216 - Home Theater System PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Home Theater System
Model	Fidelio CSS9216
Brand	Philips
Dimensions (Main Unit)	435 x 58 x 320 mm
Weight (Main Unit)	3.5 kg
Total Power Output	600 W RMS
Audio Decoding	Dolby Digital, DTS
Speaker Configuration	5.1 Channel
Subwoofer Type	Wireless Active Subwoofer
Connectivity	HDMI (ARC), Optical, Coaxial, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Supported Media	DVD, CD, USB playback, Streaming services
Power Supply	AC 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption (Standby)	< 0.5 W
Remote Control	Included (IR)
Cleaning Instructions	Wipe with a soft dry cloth; avoid solvents
Safety Features	Overload protection, auto standby
Spare Parts Availability	Contact Philips service center
Repairability Index	8.2 / 10 (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions - Fidelio CSS9216 PHILIPS

How do I connect the wireless subwoofer?

Ensure the subwoofer is within range (up to 10m) and press the pairing button on both the main unit and the subwoofer. The indicator light will turn solid when connected.

What audio formats are supported via USB?

MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, and WAV files are supported. The USB port supports drives up to 32GB formatted in FAT32.

Can I control the system with my TV remote?

Yes, via HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel). Ensure HDMI-CEC is enabled on both devices and connect using an HDMI cable to the ARC port.

How to reset the system to factory settings?

Press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds until 'RESET' appears on the display. Alternatively, navigate to Setup > Factory Reset in the menu.

What is the recommended cleaning method?

Use a soft, lint-free cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild cleaner. Avoid abrasive materials, alcohol, or ammonia-based products.

Why is there no sound from the subwoofer?

Check the wireless connection. Ensure subwoofer is powered on and not muted. Verify audio output settings; try setting speaker configuration to 'Large' or 'Full Range'.

Does it support 4K video pass-through?

Yes, the HDMI inputs support 4K @ 60Hz pass-through with HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HDCP 2.2 compatibility.

How can I update the firmware?

Firmware updates are available via USB download from the Philips support website. Copy the update file to a FAT32 USB drive, insert into the system, and follow on-screen prompts.

What are the dimensions and weight of the complete set?

Main unit: 435x58x320mm, 3.5kg. Satellites: 95x195x100mm, 0.6kg each. Center: 310x95x80mm, 0.9kg. Subwoofer: 230x400x310mm, 5.2kg.

Can I add extra speakers?

The system is designed for a 5.1 configuration. Additional speakers cannot be connected directly, but you can use the wireless audio transmitter (not included) for other rooms.

USER MANUAL Fidelio CSS9216 PHILIPS

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Contents

1 Help and support 2

FAQs 2

Contact Philips 2

2 Notice 2

Compliance 2

Mains fuse 3

Trademarks 3

3 Important 3

Safety 3

Care for your product 4

Care of the environment 4

4 Your SoundHub 5

Main unit 5

Subwoofer 5

Remote control 5

5 Connect your SoundHub 6

Connect speakers 6

Connectors 7

Connect audio from TV and other devices 8

Listen to a connected device 8

Connect to a Wi-Fi network 8

6 Use your SoundHub 13

Choose your sound 13

MP3 player 14

Play audio from an AirPlay device 14

7 Change settings 15

Setup menu options and settings 15

Apply factory settings 16

8 Update software 17

Check software version 17

Update software through computer 17

9 Product specifications 17

10 Troubleshooting 18

11 Index 19

1 Help and support

FAQs

If you have a problem, refer to the frequently asked questions (FAQs) for this SoundBar at www.philips.com/support.

If you still need help, contact Philips Consumer Care in your country.

Warning

- Do not attempt to repair your SoundBar yourself. This may cause severe injury, irreparable damage to your SoundBar, or void your warranty.

Contact Philips

If you contact Philips, you will be asked for the model and serial number of your product. The model number and serial number are on the back or bottom of your product. Note the numbers before you call Philips:

Model No. ____ Serial No. ____

2 Notice

This section contains the legal and trademark notices.

Compliance

CE

This product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage), 2004/108/EC (EMC).

* Wireless and Ethernet LAN functions are authorized for indoor use only.

Hereby, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, declares that this product (CSS9216) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

A copy of the EC declaration of Conformity is available in the Portable Document Format (PDF) version of the user manual at www.philips.com/support.

Mains fuse

This information applies only to products with a UK mains plug.

This product is fitted with an approved molded plug. If you replace the fuse, use one with:

• the ratings shown on the plug, • a BS 1362 approval, and • the ASTA approval mark.

Contact your dealer if you are not sure about what type of fuse to use.

Caution: To conform with the EMC directive (2004/108/EC), do not detach the plug from the power cord.

Trademarks

dts

Digital Surround

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. ©DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

DIGITAL

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

CERTIFIED®

The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

3 Important

Read and understand all instructions before you use your SoundHub. If damage is caused by failure to follow instructions, the warranty does not apply.

Safety

Risk of electric shock or fire!

• Never expose the product and accessories to rain or water. Never place liquid containers, such as vases, near the product. If liquids are spilt on or into the product, disconnect it from the power outlet immediately. Contact Philips Consumer Care to have the product checked before use.
• Never place the product and accessories near naked flames or other heat sources, including direct sunlight.
• Never insert objects into the ventilation slots or other openings on the product.
• Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Disconnect the product from the power outlet before lightning storms.
• When you disconnect the power cord, always pull the plug, never the cable.

Risk of short circuit or fire!

- Before you connect the product to the power outlet, ensure that the power voltage matches the value printed on the back or bottom of the product. Never connect the product to the power outlet if the voltage is different.

Risk of injury or damage to the SoundHub!

• For wall-mountable products, use only the supplied wall mount bracket. Secure the wall mount to a wall that can support the combined weight of the product and the wall mount. Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. bears no responsibility for improper wall mounting that results in accident, injury or damage.
• Never place the product or any objects on power cords or on other electrical equipment.
• If the product is transported in temperatures below 5°C, unpack the product and wait until its temperature matches room temperature before connecting it to the power outlet.

- Parts of this product can be made of glass. Handle with care to avoid injury and damage.

Risk of overheating!

- Never install this product in a confined space. Always leave a space of at least four inches around the product for ventilation. Ensure curtains or other objects never cover the ventilation slots on the product.

Risk of contamination!

• Do not mix batteries (old and new or carbon and alkaine, etc.).
• Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• Remove batteries if they are exhausted or if the remote control is not to be used for a long time.
• Batteries contain chemical substances, they should be disposed of properly.

Risk of swallowing batteries!

• The product/remote control may or may not contain a coin/button type battery, which can be swallowed. Keep the battery out of reach of children at all times! If swallowed, the battery can cause serious injury or death. Severe internal burns can occur within two hours of ingestion.
• If the battery has been swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.
• When you change the batteries, always keep all new and used batteries out of reach of children. Ensure that the battery compartment is completely secure after you replace the battery.
• If the battery compartment cannot be completely secured, discontinue use of the product. Keep out of reach of children and contact the manufacturer.

Care for your product

Use only microfiber cloth to clean the product.

Care of the environment

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused.

When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means that the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products.

Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste.

Correct disposal of your old product helps to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

Your product contains batteries covered by the European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot be disposed with normal household waste.

Please inform yourself about the local rules on separate collection of batteries because correct disposal helps to prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4 Your SoundHub

Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your SoundHub at www.philips.com/welcome.

Main unit

① Standby indicator ② Display panel

Subwoofer

① LED indicator

• When the SoundHub is on standby, the LED indicator is red.
• When the SoundHub is on, the LED indicator is white.
• When the SoundHub is connecting to the network, the LED indicator blinks.

Remote control

① ⏻(Standby-On)

Switch the SoundHub on or to standby.

② AUX

Switch your audio source to the AUX connection.

③ MUSIC iLINK

Switch your audio source to the MUSIC iLINK connection.

④ Navigation buttons (◄/►/ ▲)▼ Navigate menus. ⑤ OK Confirm an entry or selection. ⑥ AUDIO SYNC Change the audio delay. ⑦ NIGHT MODE Turn night mode on or off. ⑧ ✦(Mute) Mute or restore volume. ⑨ +/- (Volume) Increase or decrease volume. ⑩ TREBLE +/- Increase or decrease treble. ⑪ BASS +/- Increase or decrease bass. ⑫ SURR. SOUND Switch to auto, stereo, or 360 surround sound. ⑬ AUTO VOLUME Turn auto volume on or off. ⑭ SOUND MODE Select a sound mode. ⑮ EXIT Exit a menu. ⑯ SETUP • Access the setup menu. • Press and hold to switch to Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) mode. ⑰ COAXIAL/OPTICAL Switch your audio source to the coaxial or optical connection.

5 Connect your SoundHub

This section helps you connect your SoundHub to a TV and other devices.

For information about the basic connections of your SoundHub and accessories, see the quick start guide. For a comprehensive interactive guide, see www.connectivityguide.philips.com.

Note

• For identification and supply ratings, see the type plate at the back or bottom of the product.
• Before you make or change any connections, make sure that all devices are disconnected from the power outlet.

Connect speakers

The speaker cables are color-coded for easy connection. To connect a speaker to your SoundHub, match the color on the speaker cable to the color on the connector.

Speaker position plays a critical role in setting up a surround sound effect. For best results, place your speakers and the subwoofer as shown below.

Note

- Surround sound depends on various factors such as room shape and size, type of wall and ceiling, windows and reflective surfaces, and speaker acoustics.

Follow these general guidelines, and then set up your subwoofer.

1 Seating position: This is the center of your listening area. 2 SPEAKER LEFT (speaker left) and SPEAKER RIGHT (speaker right) speakers: Place the left and right speakers in the front, and equidistant from the main unit in an arc, so that the two speakers are at same distance from your seating position. For best effect, point the speakers towards the seating position and place the speakers close to the ear level (when seated).

3 SUBWOOFER (subwoofer):

Place the subwoofer at least one meter to the left or right of the TV. Leave about ten centimeter clearance from the wall.

Setup

Set up your subwoofer through the setup menu.

1. Press SETUP repeatedly to select SUBW VOL on the display panel. 2. Press OK. 3. Press the Navigation buttons (▲ / ▼) to change the volume. 4. Press OK to confirm. 5. Press EXIT to exit the menu.

Connectors

Connect other devices to your SoundHub.

Side right

① MUSIC iLINK

Audio input from an MP3 player.

Rear connectors - main unit

① SUBWOOFER

Connect to the supplied subwoofer.

② AUDIO IN-AUX 1/AUX 2

Connect to an analog audio output on the TV or an analog device.

③ DIGITAL IN-COAXIAL

Connect to a coaxial audio output on the TV or a digital device.

④ DIGITAL IN-OPTICAL

Connect to an optical audio output on the TV or a digital device.

Rear connectors - subwoofer

Connect to the supplied speakers.

② TO MAIN UNIT

Connect to the main unit.

③ AC MAINS~

Connect to the power supply.

Connect audio from TV and other devices

Play audio from TV or other devices through your

SoundHub.

Use the best quality connection available on other devices.

Note

- The audio connections in this user manual are only recommendations. You can use other connections too.

Option 1: Connect audio through a digital optical cable

Best quality audio

Using an optical cable, connect the OPTICAL connector on your SoundHub to the OPTICAL OUT connector on the device.

The digital optical connector might be labeled SPDIF, SPDIF OUT, or OPTICAL.

Option 2: Connect audio through a digital coaxial cable

Good quality audio

Using a coaxial cable, connect the COAXIAL connector on your SoundHub to the COAXIAL/DIGITAL OUT connector on the device.

The digital coaxial connector might be labeled DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.

Option 3: Connect audio through analog audio cables

Basic quality audio

Using an analog cable, connect the AUX connectors on your SoundHub to the audio connectors on the device.

Listen to a connected device

Before you can listen to a connected device, select the source for the device.

1 Press AUX, COAXIAL/OPTICAL, or MUSIC iLINK on the remote control to cycle through and select an audio source, as shown in the following table.

Source button Display	text	Audio source
AUX AUX1 or AUX2		AUX input
COAXIAL/OPTICAL COAX	IN or OPTI IN	Coaxial or Optical input
MUSIC iLINK I-LINK MP3 input

Connect to a Wi-Fi network

Connect your SoundHub, AirPlay device and computer to the same Wi-Fi network to enjoy:

• Wireless music streaming from your AirPlay enabled device to your SoundHub.

- Update your SoundHub software through the computer.

Caution

- Before you try to connect the SoundHub to a computer network, familiarize yourself with the network router, media server software, and network principles. If necessary, read documentation that accompanies the network components. Philips is not responsible for lost, damaged, or corrupt data.

What you need

• A wireless network router. • An AirPlay enabled device:

• iOS 4.3 and above on iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad.
• iTunes 10.2 or later on Wi-Fi enabled computer.

Before you start

• Make sure that the wireless router is switched on and works properly. - Check the type of wireless router you use. Some operations may vary when different types of wireless routers are used.

Connect SoundHub to a Wi-Fi network

Depending on the type of the router, connect your SoundHub to the Wi-Fi network in one of the following ways.

The SoundHub automatically connects to the last used Wi-Fi setup every time it is switched on.

Option 1: Connect SoundHub to a WPS router

Wi-Fi protected setup (WPS) enables you to connect devices to your router without a password. Simply enable the WPS function on both the router and your SoundHub and they are connected. Most of the WPS router carry the WPS logo:

1 Press and hold SETUP for five seconds to switch to the WPS mode. → PRESS WPS BUTTON ON ROUTER AND WAIT is displayed on the display panel. → The subwoofer LED indicator blinks continuously.

2 Within ninety seconds, press the WPS button once on the router. 3 When the connection with the router is established, WPS SUCCESS is displayed on the display panel.

4 When the SoundHub joins the Wi-Fi network successfully, READY FOR AIRPLAY is displayed on the display panel. → The subwoofer LED indicator stops blinking and stays white. 5 If the connection fails or you are unable to press the WPS button on the router within ninety seconds, WPS FAILED is displayed on the display panel. Repeat steps 1 to 4 again.

Note

- To enable AirPlay, make sure that your AirPlay device is connected to the same network as the SoundHub.

Option 2: Connect SoundHub to a non-WPS router

Connect your SoundHub to a non-WPS router through an AirPlay enabled device.

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select WIFI on the display panel. 2 Press OK. 3 Press the Navigation buttons (▲/▼) to select BROWSER SETUP, and then press OK. → First, PLEASE WAIT is displayed on the display panel and the subwoofer LED indicator blinks continuously. → Then, the SoundHub creates a virtual network and SELECT PHILIPS AIRPLAY NETWORK AND BROWSE 192.168.1.12 is displayed on the display panel. When you connect your AirPlay enabled device to this network, you can access the SoundHub setup web page.

4 On your iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad, select Settings > Wi-Fi.

- On your Wi-Fi enabled computer, select the list of available wireless networks.

5 Select Philips SoundHub AirPlay (Philips SoundHub AirPlay) from the list of available wireless networks.

6 On your iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad, open Safari (Safari) to access the configuration page. Enter the IP address 192.168.1.12 at the address bar.

- On your computer, open the web browser and enter 192.168.1.12 at the address bar.

→ The SoundHub web page is displayed. This page allows you to configure the SoundHub by connecting it to your home network.

7 From the Philips SoundHub web page, select the Network Configuration (network configuration) tab.

8 Select your router SSID from the pull-down list of Service Set ID (SSID).

9 Enter your network key if required.

- For some routers, you may also need to tick DHCP under Advanced Settings.

10 Click Apply at the bottom of the page to apply your settings. → A menu for confirmation of your settings pops up.

11 Click OK on the popup menu to confirm your settings.

→ CONNECTING is displayed on the display panel. The connection to the Philips SoundHub AirPlay network is lost because your SoundHub is connecting to the selected network. → After the SoundHub joins the Wi-Fi network successfully, READY FOR AIRPLAY is displayed on the display panel. The subwoofer LED indicator stops blinking and stays white. → If the connection fails, NO CONNECTION is displayed on the display panel. Repeat steps 1 to 11 again.

Note

- To enable AirPlay, make sure that your AirPlay device is connected to the same network as the SoundHub.

Connect an AirPlay device to the same Wi-Fi network

Connect your AirPlay device to the same network as the SoundHub.

1 On your iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad, select Settings > Wi-Fi.

- On your computer, select the list of available wireless networks.

2 Select your router SSID from the list of available wireless networks.

6 Use your SoundHub

This section helps you use the SoundHub 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 SoundHub to the correct source for other devices.

Choose your sound

This section helps you choose the ideal sound for your video or music.

Sound mode

Select predefined sound modes to suit your video or music.

1 Press SOUND MODE repeatedly to select a sound setting within three seconds on the display panel: • AUTO: Automatically select MOVIE or MUSIC based on the sound stream. • MOVIE: Enjoy a cinematic audio experience, specially enhanced for movies. • MUSIC: Recreate the original recording environment of your music, in the studio or at a concert. • NEWS: Hear every word with optimized speech and clear vocals. • GAMING: Enjoy thrilling arcade sounds, ideal for action-packed video games or loud parties. • ORIGINAL: Experience the original sound of your movies and music, without added sound effects.

Auto volume

Turn the auto volume on to keep the volume constant when you switch to a different source.

1 Press AUTO VOLUME repeatedly to select a setting within three seconds on the display panel:

• ON: Turn on auto volume.

• OFF: Turn off auto volume.

• ON: Turn on auto volume. • OFF: Turn off auto volume.

Night mode

For quiet listening, decrease the volume of loud sounds when you play discs. Night mode is only available for Dolby encoded DVD and Blu-ray discs.

1 Press NIGHT MODE repeatedly to select a setting within three seconds on the display panel:

• ON: Turn on night mode.

• OFF: Turn off night mode.

- ON: Turn on night mode. - OFF: Turn off night mode.

Note

- If auto volume is set to ON, you cannot enable the night mode.

Synchronize picture and sound

If the audio and video are not synchronized, delay the audio to match the video.

1 Press AUDIO SYNC. 2 Within two seconds, press the Navigation buttons (▲) to change the delay shown on the display panel.

3 Press AUDIO SYNC again to exit.

Surround sound mode

Experience an immersive audio experience with surround sound modes.

1 Press SURR. SOUND repeatedly to select a setting within three seconds on the display panel:

• AUTO: Surround sound based on the audio stream. • STEREO: Two-channel stereo sound. Ideal for listening to music. • 360SOUND: Surround sound for best cinematic experience.

Note

- If you play a source with DTS, DTS is displayed on the display panel for two seconds.

- If you play a source with Dolby, DOLBY D is displayed on the display panel for two seconds.

- If you play a source with DTS, DTS is displayed on the display panel for two seconds. - If you play a source with Dolby, DOLBY D is displayed on the display panel for two seconds.

Equalizer

Change the high frequency (treble) and low frequency (bass) settings of your SoundHub.

1 Press TREBLE +/- or BASS +/- within three seconds to change the frequency shown on the display panel.

MP3 player

Connect your MP3 player to play your audio files or music.

What you need

• An MP3 player. • A 3.5mm stereo audio cable.

Play music

1 Connect the MP3 player to the SoundHub as described in the Quick start guide. 2 Press MUSIC iLINK. → I-LINK is displayed on the display panel. 3 Press the buttons on the MP3 player to select and play audio files or music.

Play audio from an AirPlay device

Your SoundHub has an integrated AirPlay receiver that lets you stream music wirelessly from the Airplay enabled device.

Before you start

- Connect the AirPlay device to the same Wi-Fi network as the SoundHub (see 'Connect to a Wi-Fi network' on page 8).

1 On your iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad, open iPod (iPod). - On a computer, open iTunes 10.2 and above. 2 Tap or click the AirPlay icon.

3 Select PHILIPS SoundHub (Philips SoundHub) from the list.

4 Select and play audio file from your AirPlay device.

5 To control play from your AirPlay device, use the play buttons on your AirPlay device.

7 Change settings

This section helps you to change the settings of your SoundHub.

Caution

- The settings are already configured for optimal performance. Unless you have a reason to change a setting, we recommend that you keep the default setting.

Setup menu options and settings

Setup menu option	Setting for the option
SUBWVOL +5, +4, +3, ..., 0, ..., -3, -4, -5
DISPLAY BRIGHT
	DIM 1
	DIM 2
SLEEP OFF, 15 MIN, 30 MIN, 45MIN, 60 MIN
WIFI WPS
	BROWSER SETUP
IP ADDR
VERSION
RESET DEFAULT SETTINGS

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to cycle through the options on the display panel. 2 Select an option, and then press OK. 3 Press the Navigation buttons (▲/▼) to select a setting for the option, and then press OK.

Note

• If you do not press a button within ten seconds, the setup menu exits.
• To exit the menu, press EXIT.
• WIFI, IP ADDR, and RESET DEFAULT SETTINGS are available about forty seconds after the SoundHub is switched on.

Display panel

Change the brightness of the SoundHub display panel.

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select DISPLAY on the display panel. 2 Press OK. 3 Press the Navigation buttons (▲/▼) to select BRIGHT, DIM 1, or DIM 2, and then press OK.

Sleep timer

Set timers to switch the SoundHub to standby after a specified time.

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select SLEEP on the display panel. 2 Press OK. 3 Press Navigation buttons (▲/▼) to set a sleep time on the display panel.

→ The sleep timer can be set up to 60 minutes. If the sleep timer is set to OFF, it switches off.

Note

- If you switch the SoundHub to standby, the sleep time that you have set is canceled.

IP address

Check the IP address if the SoundHub is successfully connected to the network.

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select IP ADDR on the display panel.

2 Press OK. → The current IP address is displayed.

Note

- If the network connection fails or not yet connected, NO CONNECTION is displayed when IP ADDR is selected.

Apply factory settings

You can reset your SoundHub to the default settings programmed at the factory.

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select RESET DEFAULT SETTINGS on the display panel.

2 Press OK.

→ TO RESET PRESS OK is displayed on the display panel.

3 Press OK again.

When the default settings are restored, RESET OK is displayed on the display panel, and the SoundHub automatically switches off and restarts.

8 Update software

To continue to get the best features and support for your SoundHub, update the software regularly. Compare the version of your current software with the latest version on www.philips.com/support.

Check software version

1 Press SETUP repeatedly to select VERSION on the display panel. 2 Press OK. → The software version is displayed.

Update software through computer

Log in to your SoundHub web page to perform the software update.

1 Make sure that the SoundHub and computer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network (see 'Connect to a Wi-Fi network' on page 8). 2 Open a web browser on your computer. 3 Check and enter the IP address to access the configuration page (see 'IP address' on page 16). 4 Select the firmware update tab. → The current firmware version is displayed. 5 If a newer version is available, download it from www.philips.com/support, and then click OK. A new page is displayed. Your SoundHub prepares for the firmware update. 6 Click Select file (Select file) and locate the firmware that you downloaded from www.philips.com/support. 7 Click OK to start the software update. Wait until the upgrade is complete. A new page is displayed when the upgrade is complete. Your SoundHub loads the new firmware, reconnects to your home network, and enables AirPlay.

9 Product specifications

Note

- Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Amplifier

• Total output power: • Europe and Asia: 400W RMS (30% THD) • Latin America: 320W RMS (10% THD) • Frequency response: 20 Hz-20 kHz / ±3 dB • Signal-to-noise ratio: > 65 dB (CCIR) / (A-weighted) - Input sensitivity: - AUX1, AUX2: 450 mV • Music iLink: 170 mV

Audio

• S/PDIF Digital audio input: • Coaxial: IEC 60958-3 - Optical: TOSLINK

Main unit

• Dimensions (WxHxD): 150 × 41 × 126 mm - Weight: 0.4 kg

Subwoofer

• Output power: 100W RMS (30% THD) • Power supply: 220-240 V~, 50 Hz • Power consumption: 55 W • Standby power consumption: ≤ 0.5 W - Impedance: 4 ohm • Speaker drivers: 165 mm (6.5") woofer • Frequency response: 20 Hz-150 Hz • Dimensions (WxHxD): 196 x 397 x 357 mm - Weight: 7.6 kg - Cable length: 3 m

Speakers

• Output power: 2 x 150W RMS (30% THD) - Speaker impedance: 6 ohm - Drivers per speaker: 2 × 64 mm (2.5") full range woofer + 1 × 64 mm (2.5") woofer + 1 × 25.4 mm (1") soft-dome tweeter • Frequency response: 150 Hz-20 kHz • Dimensions (WxHxD): 99 × 247 × 117 mm • Weight: 1.4 kg/each - Cable length: 5 m

Remote control batteries

- 2 × AAA-R03-1.5 V

10 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 sections before you request service. If you still have a problem, register your product and get support at www.philips.com/welcome.

Sound

No sound from SoundHub.

• Make sure that the SoundHub is not muted. Press to select MUTE OFF on the display panel.
• Connect the audio cable from your SoundHub to your TV or other devices.
• Reset your SoundHub to its factory settings, and then switch it off and switch on again.
• On your remote control, press AUX, COAXIAL/OPTICAL, or MUSIC iLINK repeatedly to select the correct audio input on the display panel (see 'Listen to a connected device' on page 8).

Distorted sound or echo.

- If you play audio from the TV through the SoundHub, make sure that the TV is muted.

Audio and video are not synchronized.

- 1) Press AUDIO SYNC. 2) Within two seconds, press the Navigation buttons (▲▼) to change the delay shown on the display panel. 3) Press AUDIO SYNC again to exit.

Play

AirPlay icon does not appear in iTunes.

• Make sure that the AirPlay device is connected to the same network as the SoundHub. • Make sure that the network connection is successful. - Restart the iPod (iPod) application on your AirPlay device.

AirPlay music streaming breaks frequently.

• Make sure that the Auto channel scan option is enabled (if available on the Wi-Fi router).

• Make sure that the Wireless Intelligent Stream Handling (WISH) option is enabled (if available on the Wi-Fi router).
• Make sure that the Quality of Service (QoS) option is enabled (if available on the Wi-Fi router).
• Turn off other home routers.

Network

Wireless network distorted or not found.

• Make sure that your Wi-Fi router is Wi-Fi certified. The SoundHub is only compatible with Wi-Fi certified routers.
• Your SoundHub does not support WPS-Pin routers.
• Your SoundHub does not support all WPS-PBC routers. If your home routers are WPS-PBC routers, reset all settings in your router.
• Make sure that your router SSID name consists of normal characters or digits, with no space or special characters, such as %/#/*, inserted.
• Make sure that SSID broadcast on the Wi-Fi router is enabled.
• Make sure that the wireless network is not disturbed by microwave ovens, DECT phones, or other neighboring Wi-Fi devices. • Make sure that there is no overlap between your wireless network and other nearby networks.

Wi-Fi setup page not found.

- Make sure that you enter the correct IP address (see 'IP address' on page 16).

RESTARTING appears on the display panel.

- SoundHub restarts automatically due to critical firmware problem.

GETTING IP ADDRESS appears on the display panel.

- The SoundHub is obtained IP address from the DHCP server.

11 Index

A

AirPlay audio 14 Wi-Fi network 8 amplifier 17 auto volume 13 night mode 13 sound mode 13 specifications 17 surround sound mode 13

audio

audio source

remote control 8

B

brightness 16

C

environment 4 product 4 check current version 17 compliance 2

care

connect

audio (analog cable) 8 audio (coaxial cable - digital) 8 audio (optical cable - digital) 8 audio from TV and other devices 8 non WPS router 9 Wi-Fi network 9 WPS router 9

connectors

back connectors - main unit 7 back connectors - subwoofer 7 side connector 7

D

disable

auto volume 13

night mode 13

display panel 5

E

enable

auto volume 13

night mode 13

F

factory settings 16

FAQs 2

L

legal notices 2

M

main unit

overview 5

specifications 17

mains fuse (UK only) 3

MP3

play 14

N

night mode 13

O

overview

connectors 7

main unit 5

remote control 5

P

play

from AirPlay device 14

MP3 14

troubleshooting 18

position

connectors 7

R

recycling 4

remote control

batteries 18

overview 5

S

safety

disposal 4

use of the product 3

setup menu

check current version 17

sleep timer 16

subwoofer volume 7

software

check current version 17

update 17

sound

predefined sound mode 13

surround sound mode 13

synchronize picture and sound 13

troubleshooting 18

SSID 12

subwoofer

setup 7

subwoofer volume 7

synchronize picture and sound 13

T

trademarks 3

troubleshooting

play 18

sound 18

U

update software

check current version 17

from PC or Mac 17

V

video

synchronize picture and sound 13

Language Code

Abkhazian 6566		Inupiaq	7375	Pushto	8083
Afar 6565		Irish	7165	Russian	8285
Afrikaans 6570		İslenska	7383	Quechua	8185
Amharic 6577		Italiano	7384	Raeto-Romance	8277
Arabic 6582		Ivrit	7269	Romanian	8279
Armenian 7289		Japanese	7465	Rundi	8278
Assamese 6583		Javanese	7486	Samoan	8377
Avestan 6569		Kalaallisut	7576	Sango	8371
Aymara 6589		Kannada	7578	Sanskrit	8365
Azerhaijani 6590		Kashmiri	7583	Sardinian	8367
Bahasa Melayu 7783		Kazakh	7575	Serbian	8382
Bashkir 6665		Kernewek	7587	Shona	8378
Belarusian 6669		Khmer	7577	Shqip	8381
Bengali 6678		Kinyarwanda	8287	Sindhi	8368
Bihari 6672		Kirghiz	7589	Sinhalese	8373
Bislama 6673		Komi	7586	Slovensky	8373
Bokmål, Norwegian 7866		Korean	7579	Slovenian	8376
Bosanski 6683		Kuanyama; Kwanyama	7574	Somali	8379
Brezhoneg 6682		Kurdish	7585	Sotho; Southern	8384
Bulgarian 6671		Lao	7679	South Ndebele	7882
Burmese 7789		Latina	7665	Sundanese	8385
Castellano, Español 6983		Latvian	7686	Suomi	7073
Catalán 6765		Letzeburgesch;	7666	Swahili	8387
Chamorro 6772		Limburgan; Limburger	7673	Swati	8383
Chechen 6769		Lingala	7678	Svenska	8386
Chewa; Chichewa; Nyanja 7889		Lithuanian 7684		Tagalog	8476
中文 9072		Luxembourgish;	7666	Tahitian	8489
Chuang; Zhuang 9065		Macedonian 7775		Tajik	8471
Church Slavic; Slavonic 6785		Malagasy	7771	Tamil	8465
Chuvash 6786		Magyar	7285	Tatar	8484
Corsican 6779		Malayalam	7776	Telugu	8469
esky 6783		Maltese	7784	Thai	8472
Dansk 6865		Manx	7186	Tibetan	6679
Deutsch 6869		Maori	7773	Tigrinya	8473
Dzongkha 6890		Marathi	7782	Tonga (Tonga Islands)	8479
English 6978		Marshallese	7772	Tsonga	8483
Esperanto 6979		Moldavian	7779	Tswana	8478
Estonian 6984		Mongolian 7778		Türkçe	8482
Euskara 6985		Nauru	7865	Turkmen	8475
	6976	Navaho; Navajo	7886	Twi	8487
Faroese 7079		Ndebele, North	7868	Uighur	8571
Français 7082		Ndebele, South	7882	Ukrainian	8575
Frysk 7089		Ndonga	7871	Urdu	8582
Fijian 7074		Nederlands	7876	Uzbek	8590
Gaelic; Scottish Gaelic 7168		Nepali	7869	Vietnamese	8673
Gallegan 7176		Norsk	7879	Volapuk	8679
Georgian 7565		Northern Sami	8369	Walloon	8765
Gikuyu; Kikuyu 7573		North Ndebele	7868	Welsh	6789
Guarani 7178		Norwegian Nynorsk;	7878	Wolof	8779
Gujarati 7185		Occitan; Provencal	7967	Xhosa	8872
Hausa 7265		Old Bulgarian; Old Slavonic	6785	Yiddish	8973
Herero 7290		Oriya	7982	Yoruba	8979
Hindi 7273		Oromo	7977	Zulu	9085
Hiri Motu 7279		Ossetian; Ossetic	7983
Hrwatski 6779		Pali	8073
Ido 7379		Panjabi	8065
Interlingua (International) 7365		Persian	7065
Interlingue 7365		Polski	8076
Inuktitut 7385		Português	8084