SR-B30A - Soundbar YAMAHA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Soundbar
Brand	YAMAHA
Model	SR-B30A
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx 95 cm x 6.5 cm x 10 cm
Weight	Approx 2.5 kg
Power Supply	100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	30 W
Connectivity	HDMI eARC/ARC, Bluetooth 5.0
Audio Input	HDMI (ARC/eARC)
Sound Modes	STEREO, STANDARD, MOVIE, GAME
Audio Functions	Clear Voice, Bass Extension
HDMI Control	Yes (supports eARC/ARC)
Smartphone App	Sound Bar Remote (iOS and Android)
Bluetooth Multipoint Connection	Yes (up to 2 devices)
Included Accessories	Remote control, HDMI cable, power cord, spacers, mounting template
Wall Mounting	Possible (kit included)
Maintenance and Cleaning	Wipe with a dry, soft cloth
Safety	Do not open, avoid moisture, follow the Safety Guide
Spare Parts and Repairability	Contact YAMAHA or an authorized dealer
General Information	User manual available in multiple languages

Frequently Asked Questions - SR-B30A YAMAHA

How do I connect the soundbar to my TV?

Use the supplied HDMI cable to connect the HDMI OUT/TV (eARC/ARC) port on the soundbar to the HDMI port compatible with eARC/ARC on the TV. Make sure HDMI control is enabled in the TV's settings.

How to listen to audio from my smartphone via Bluetooth?

Press the BLUETOOTH button on the remote control to select the Bluetooth input. On your smartphone, enable Bluetooth and select Yamaha SR-B30A or SR-B30A from the list of available devices.

What are the available sound modes?

The soundbar offers four sound modes: STEREO (stereo playback), STANDARD (enhances voices and creates a sound environment suitable for TV programs), MOVIE (immersive surround sound for movies), and GAME (precise localization of effects for video games).

How to activate the Clear Voice function?

Press the CLEAR VOICE button on the remote control to make voices clearer, ideal for low-volume dialogues or with a lot of background noise.

Can I use the soundbar without the remote control?

Yes, you can control the soundbar via the free Sound Bar Remote app on your smartphone, which offers advanced settings like sound mode and equalizer.

How to install the soundbar on the wall?

Use the included mounting template and spacers. Have the installation done by a professional to ensure secure mounting. Refer to the installation manual on the YAMAHA website.

Does the soundbar support eARC?

Yes, the soundbar is compatible with eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) via its HDMI OUT/TV port, allowing high-quality audio signals to be transmitted without an additional cable.

What to do if the soundbar does not turn on simultaneously with the TV?

Check that the HDMI control function is enabled in the TV's settings and that the soundbar is properly connected via HDMI. If the problem persists, turn on the soundbar manually with the power button on the remote control.

How to reset the soundbar?

The reset procedure is not described in the manual. If necessary, turn off the device and unplug the power cord for a few minutes before plugging it back in.

Can I connect multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously?

Yes, the soundbar supports multipoint connection: you can connect up to two Bluetooth devices at the same time. To switch, stop playback on the current device and start it on the other.

USER MANUAL SR-B30A YAMAHA

Thank you for purchasing this Yamaha product.

This product is a bar-shaped speaker system that can be used by connecting it to a TV. Audio content from a Bluetooth® device can also be played through this product.

- Be sure to read this document and the included Safety Guide to ensure proper and safe use. Keep these documents readily available for future reference.

Safety Guide

Be sure to read the Safety Guide first to ensure safe use.

Quick Guide (this document)

This document describes the procedure for enjoying the sound of a TV.

1 Confirming contents of product package (p. 4)
2 Preparing the remote control (p. 5)
3 Installing the product (p. 5)
4 Connecting to a TV (p. 6)
5 Connecting to power (p. 7)
6 Playing TV sound through the sound bar (p. 7)
Adjusting the sound to your preference (p. 9)
Listening to audio from a Bluetooth® device (p. 10)
Controlling the sound bar with the smartphone app (p. 10)

User Guide

More detailed information is described.

https://manual.yamaha.com/av/23/srb30a/

Confirming contents of product package

This product includes the following main devices and accessories. Take out all items from the box and make sure that all items are present.

■ Main device

Sound bar (SR-B30A)

■ Accessories

Remote control Power cord

HDMI cable

• Quick Guide (this document)
• Safety Guide

Use when mounting the sound bar on a wall.

Spacers (×2)

Mounting template

Preparing the remote control

A Lithium battery (CR2025) has already been inserted into the remote control. Pull out the insulation sheet as follows so as to use the remote control.

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Battery insulating strip

Operating range of the remote control

The remote control can be used to control the functions of this product. When using the remote control, point the remote control at the remote control sensor of the sound bar within the range shown in the following illustration:

Remote control

Installing the product

Install the sound bar as shown in the following illustration.

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For proper installation of the sound bar on a wall, make sure to have the work done by a contractor with qualified service personnel. See the Wall Mounting Installation Guide on our website for the installation method.

Wall Mounting Installation Guide

Connecting to a TV

Connect to a TV using the HDMI cable (included)

Connect to an HDMI input jack compatible with Audio Return Channel (labeled as "eARC" or "ARC") on the TV using the included HDMI cable.

graph TD
    A["TV"] --> B["HDMI input jack (compatible with eARC/ARC)"]
    B --> C["HDMI IN"]
    C --> D["HDMI"]
    D --> E["TV's audio signal"]
    E --> F["Control signal"]
    G["Sound bar (rear)"] --> H["HDMI OUT/TV (eARC/ARC) jack"]
    H --> I["HDMI"]
    I --> J["HDMI"]

NOTE

• Be sure to use the included HDMI cable.
• When connecting to a TV not compatible with ARC or connecting to an audio device, follow the connection procedure described in the User Guide.

Connecting to power

After connecting the sound bar to the TV, connect the sound bar to power as follows:

Playing TV sound through the sound bar

1 Turn on the TV.

When the the HDMI Control function of the TV is enabled (p. 8), the sound bar will also turn on. In this case, go to Step 4.

2 Turn on the sound bar.

Press the power button on the remote control.

3 Press TV.

4 Press VOLUME (+/-) to adjust the volume.

HDMI Control function

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When the sound bar is connected to the HDMI input jack compatible with Audio Return Channel (labeled as "eARC" or "ARC") on a TV via an HDMI cable, control signals are transmitted from the TV to the sound bar.

This will enable you to use the HDMI Control function to control the sound bar using the TV's remote control. Also, the TV audio signal is transmitted to the sound bar via the HDMI cable.

Therefore, the sound bar can be connected to a TV using a single HDMI cable.

NOTE

• When the sound bar is connected to a TV via HDMI cable, confirm that the TV's settings are properly configured as follows:
• The TV's HDMI Control function is enabled.
• The audio output is not set to the TV speakers.
• Connect AV devices, such as BD/DVD players and set top boxes, to the TV's HDMI input jacks.

Adjusting the sound to your preference

Remote control

① Listening to audio with sound that matches the video or music content (Sound mode)

A sound mode can be selected from among three sound modes that produce surround-sound fields and one sound mode for stereo playback. This function is STANDARD by default.

STEREO

This sound mode provides stereo playback. This sound mode is best suited for music playback.

STANDARD

This sound mode provides surround playback that is best suited for TV programs such as sports broadcasts. It emphasizes human voices and makes them easier to hear, while creating a sense of presence.

MOVIE

This sound mode provides surround playback that is best suited for movies. It creates a sound space that seems to envelop your body.

GAME

This sound mode provides surround playback that is best suited for video games. Accurate localization of individual sound effects provides a highly immersive gaming experience.

②Playing back human voices clearly (CLEAR VOICE)

The human voices within the audio can be heard more easily when the Clear Voice function is enabled. The function is recommended for playback at a low volume and for movies or dramas that use a lot of background music and sound effects.

Press CLEAR VOICE to enable or disable this function.

③Enjoying rich bass sound (BASS EXT)

The bass sound is enhanced and becomes richer when the Bass Extension function is enabled.

Press BASS EXT to enable or disable this function.

Listening to audio from a Bluetooth® device

Audio content from a Bluetooth device (such as a smartphone) can be played through the sound bar.

1 Press BLUETOOTH on the remote control to switch the input source to Bluetooth.
2 On the Bluetooth device, enable the Bluetooth function.

A list of Bluetooth devices that can be connected is displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth device.

3 Select "Yamaha SR-B30A" or "SR-B30A" within the list.
4 Play a song on the Bluetooth device when the connection is established.

The sound bar will begin playing audio from the Bluetooth device.

NOTE

This product can be connected to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously (multipoint connection). To switch between two Bluetooth devices to be played, stop playback on the currently playing device and then start playback on the other.

Controlling the sound bar with the smartphone app

By installing the free dedicated app "Sound Bar Remote" on a smartphone, the sound bar can also be controlled from that smartphone. The app allows you to control the sound bar while checking the sound bar settings currently applied, such as sound mode and volume adjustment of each frequency range (tone control), via the app's screen. Search for "Sound Bar Remote" on the App Store or Google Play and install it on the smartphone. For details on the app, see the description of the app on the App Store or Google Play.

NOTE

- To control the sound bar using the app, configure the settings on your smartphone as follows:

• Enable the Bluetooth function.
• For devices using the Android 11 OS or earlier, configure the settings to allow location information to be obtained. The Sound Bar Remote app uses location information from the Android device only to detect the sound bar. The acquired location information will not be used for any other purpose.
• For devices using the Android 12 OS or later, configure the settings to allow the use of nearby devices.
• This sound bar is only compatible with the Sound Bar Remote app. The sound bar cannot be controlled using other apps (such as Sound Bar Controller).

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Télécommande

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Batterie-Isolierstreifen

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Fernbedienung

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Fjärrkontroll

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Telecomando

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Mando a distancia

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Controle remoto

- Ative a função Bluetooth.

Snelgids (dit document)

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遥控器

https://download.yamaha.com/

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Published 06/2023

2023年6月发行

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