User manual
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Soundbar FB1
Fidelio
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1 Contents
1 Important safety instructions 3
Safety 3
Care for your product 4
Care of the environment 4
Declaration of conformity 5
Help and support 5
FCC information 6
2 Your Soundbar 7
What’s in the box 7
Main unit 7
Connectors 8
Remote control 9
Prepare the remote control 10
Placement 11
Wall mount 11
3 Connect 12
Dolby Atmos® 12
Connect to HDMI Socket 12
Connect to Optical Socket 13
Connect the IR pass-through cable 13
Connect to Power 14
Pairing with Subwoofer (FW1)
via proprietary RF link 14
Connect to Wi-Fi
(Wireless Operation) 15
Connect the soundbar to Philips
Play- enabled TV 18
4 Use your Soundbar 19
Turn ON and OFF 19
Select Modes 19
Adjust the Volume 19
Enjoy Dolby Atmos sound 19
Choose your Sound 20
Setup Menu 22
Play from Bluetooth devices 24
Listen to an external device 25
Play audio through USB 26
Listen to Spotify 26
Factory Reset 26
5 Product specications 27
6 Troubleshooting 29
7 Trademarks 31
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1 Important
safety
instructions
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
Know these safety symbols
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This is CLASS II apparatus with
double insulation, and no
protective earth provided.
AC voltage
Follow the instructions in the user
manual!
WARNING!
Warning: Risk of electric shock!
The exclamatory mark is intended
to alert the user to the presence of
important operating instructions.
Risk of electric shock or re!
• 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 liquids are spilt
on or into the product, disconnect it
from the power outlet immediately.
Contact Consumer Care to have the
product checked before use.
• Never place the product and
accessories near naked ames 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.
• Battery (battery pack or batteries
installed) shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, re
or the like.
• Disconnect the product from the
power outlet before lightning storms.
• When you disconnect the power cord,
always pull the plug, never the cable.
• Use the product in tropical and/or
moderate climates.
Risk of short circuit or re!
• For identication and supply ratings,
see the type plate at the back or
bottom of the product.
• 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
dierent.
Risk of injury or damage to this
product!
• For wall mounting, this product must
be securely attached to the wall in
accordance with the installation
instructions. Use only the supplied
wall mount bracket (if available).
Improper wall mounting may result
in accident, injury or damage. If you
have any query, contact Consumer
Care in your country.
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• 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
conned 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.).
• CAUTION: 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.
Note
•
The rating label is pasted on the bottom or back
of the equipment.
Care for your product
Use only microber cloth to clean the
product.
Care of the environment
Disposal of your old product and
battery
Your product is designed and
manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which
can be recycled and reused.
This symbol on a product means
that the product is covered by
European Directive 2012/19/EU.
This symbol means that the
product contains batteries covered
by European Directive 2013/56/EU
which cannot be disposed of with
normal household waste.
Inform yourself about the local separate
collection system for electrical and
electronic 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.
Removing the disposable batteries
To remove the disposable batteries, see
battery installation section.
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For 5G Wi-Fi Device
The device for operation in the
band 5150–5350 MHz is only for
indoor use to reduce the potential
for harmful interference to co-
channel mobile satellite systems.
FR
Pour un appareil Wi-Fi 5G
les dispositifs fonctionnant dans
la bande 5150-5350 MHz sont
réservés uniquement pour une
utilisation à l’intérieur an de
réduire les risques de brouillage
préjudiciable aux systèmes de
satellites mobiles utilisant les
mêmes canaux.
Declaration of conformity
This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the
European community.
Hereby, MMD Hong Kong Holding
Limited declares that the product
is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant
provisions of RED Directive 2014/53/EU
and UK Radio Equipment Regulations
SI 2017 No 1206. You can nd the
Declaration of Conformity on
www.philips.com/support.
Help and support
For extensive online support, visit
www.philips.com/support to:
• download the user manual and the
quick start guide
• watch video tutorials (available only
for selected models)
• nd answers to frequently answered
questions (FAQs)
• email us a question
• chat with our support representative.
Follow the instructions on the website
to select your language, and then enter
your product model number.
Alternatively, you can contact Consumer
Care in your country. Before you contact,
note down the model number and serial
number of your product. You can nd
this information on the back or bottom
of your product.
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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. 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 no guarantee 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
o and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit dierent from that
to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio / TV technician for help.
FCC&IC Warning:
• This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum
distance 20cm between the radiator
& your body.
• Changes or modications to this unit
not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
FCC & IC Attention
• Cet appareil est conforme à FCC et
IC l’exposition aux rayonnements
limites xées pour un environnement
non contrôlé. Cet appareil doit être
installé et utilisé avec une distance
minimale de 20 cm entre le radiateur
et votre corps. Cet transmetteur ne
doit pas être co-situé ou opérant en
liaison avec toute autre antenne ou
transmetteur.
• Des câbles blindés doivent être
utilisés avec cet apparei l pour
assurer la conformité avec les
limites de la classe B de la FCC.
fonctionnement de I’appareil.
IC-Canada: CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-
003(B)
This device contains licence-exempt
transmitter(s) / receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1 This device may not cause
interference.
2 This device must accept any
interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Avis d’Industrie Canada: CAN ICES-
003(B)/NMB-003(B)
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence
contenu dans le présent appareil est
conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences
et Développement économique Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée
aux deux conditions suivantes :
1 L’appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouillage;
2 L’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
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2 Your Soundbar
Congratulations on your purchase,
and welcome to Philips! To fully
benet from the support that Philips
oers, register your soundbar at
www.philips.com/support.
What’s in the box
Check and identify the items in the
package:
• Soundbar x 1
• IR pass-through Cable x 1
• Remote control x 1
(AAA batteries x 2)
• Microphone x 1
• Power cord * x 1
• Wall mount kit x 1
(Brackets x2 / Bracket screw x2 /
Wall mounting screws x2 / Wall anchors x2)
• Quick start guide / Warranty card /
Safety sheet / Wall mount template x 1
Remote control
(AAA batteries x 2)
Soundbar
Wall mount kit x1
(brackets x2/bracket screw x2/
wall mounting screws x2/
wall anchors x2)
Quick start guide
Warranty card/Safety sheet
Wall mount template
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CCC
• Power cord quantity and plug type
vary by regions.
• Images, illustrations and drawings
shown on this User Manual are for
reference only, actual product may
vary in appearance.
Main unit
This section includes an overview of the
main unit.
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- (Volume) button
Decrease the volume.
2
+ (Volume) button
Increase the volume.
3
(Play/Pause) button
Start, pause or resume play.
4
(Source)/Bluetooth pairing button
• Press to select an input source for
soundbar.
• In BT mode, press and hold for 3
seconds to disconnect from current
BT connected devices and enter the
Bluetooth pairing mode.
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5
(Standby-On) button
Power
State
Action Function
On Follow source state
Semi
Standby
Press
the
button
once
• Wi-Fi is connected.
• It supports Play-
and Airplay2
Chromecast,
Spotify connect,
work with Alexa.
Eco
Standby
Press
and
hold
>2
seconds
• Wi-Fi is o.
• The product enters
the lower power
consumption mode.
• Restarting the
system will take a
relatively longer time.
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Remote control sensor /
Display panel
7
Audio light ring (White)
When the height channel (such
as Dolby Atmos) audio output is
detected, the audio light ring will
turn on for 10 seconds and turn o.
If you want the audio light ring to
be ON or OFF, it can be dened by
“LIGHT” in the setup menu.
8
Power LED
Turns white when in Eco standby
(network disconnected).
9
Wi-Fi LED indicator (Yellow)
LED State Status
Blink Wi-Fi Access Point (AP)
mode
Double blink Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS) mode
Constant on Connected / Pairing
successful
Connectors
This section includes an overview of the
connectors available on your soundbar.
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(Wi-Fi Setup) button
• Trigger Wi-Fi setup for Play-.
• Press and hold the button for 3
seconds to active the Wps mode.
• Press and hold the button for 8
seconds to active the AP mode.
2
Mic in
Microphone input for auto room
calibration.
3
IR out
IR pass-through cable connector.
4
USB
• Connect to a USB storage device for
audio media play.
• Upgrade software of this product.
5
Optical
Connect to an optical audio output
on the TV or a digital device.
6
HDMI out (eARC/ARC) Socket
Connect to the HDMI (eARC/ARC)
input on the TV.
7
HDMI in Socket
Connect to the HDMI source devices,
such as a DVD player, Blu-ray Disc™
player, or gaming console.
8
AC Socket
Connect to the power supply.
9
Wall bracket slot
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Remote control
This section includes an overview of the
remote control.
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(Standby-On) button
Power
State
Action Function
On Follow source state
Semi
Standby
Press
the
button
once
• Wi-Fi is connected.
• It supports Play-
and Airplay2
Chromecast,
Spotify connect,
work with Alexa.
Eco
Standby
Press
and
hold
>2
seconds
• Wi-Fi is o.
• The product enters
the lower power
consumption mode.
• Restarting the
system will take a
relatively longer time.
2
(Source)
• Press to select an input source for
soundbar.
• In BT mode, press and hold for 3
seconds to disconnect from current
BT connected devices and enter the
Bluetooth pairing mode.
3
Navigation buttons
/ (Left/Right)
• Skip to the previous or next track in
USB/BT/Play- mode.
• Navigate left/right in menu
structure.
/ (Up/Down)
• Navigate up/down in menu
structure.
• Increase/decrease the volume.
(Center)
• Start, pause or resume play in USB/
BT/Play- mode.
• Conrm a selection.
4
(MENU)
Enter setup menu.
5
(EQ)
Select Equalizer (EQ) Eect. (Movie/
Music/Voice/Stadium/Custom)
6
Select a height eect level for Dolby
Atmos.
7
(Sound)
Sound enhancement settings.
(SURR/DRC/IMAX/NEURALX/DTS
DLG/BASS/TREB/SYNC/CALIBRATE).
8
(Exit)
• Exit menu.
• Press and hold the button for 10
seconds to reset the Wi-Fi module
of soundbar to factory settings.
9
(Mute)
Mute or restore volume.
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Prepare the remote
control
• The provided remote control allows the
unit to be operated from a distance.
• Even if the remote control is
operated within the eective range
19.7 feet (6m), remote control
operation may be impossible if there
are any obstacles between the unit
and the remote control.
• 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.
Replace the remote control battery
Slide to remove the battery
compartment cover, insert 2 AAA
batteries (1.5V) with correct polarity,
then slide the battery compartment
cover back into position.
• Make sure the (+) and (–) ends of
the batteries match the (+) and
(–) ends indicated in the battery
compartment.
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Precautions Concerning Batteries
• Be sure to insert the batteries with
correct positive “” and negative
“” polarities.
• Use batteries of the same type.
Never use dierent types of batteries
together.
• Either rechargeable or non-
rechargeable batteries can be used.
Refer to the precautions on their
labels.
• Be aware of your ngernails when
removing the battery cover and the
battery.
• Do not drop the remote control.
• Do not allow anything to impact the
remote control.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on
the remote control.
• Do not place the remote control on a
wet object.
• Do not place the remote control
under direct sunlight or near sources
of excessive heat.
• Remove the battery from the remote
control when not in use for a long
period of time, as corrosion or
battery leakage may occur and result
in physical injury, and/or property
damage, and/or re.
• Do not use any batteries other than
those specied.
• Do not mix new batteries with old
ones.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is
conrmed to be a rechargeable type.
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Placement
For best results, place your Soundbar as
shown below.
Wall mount
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.
• Before wall mount, you need not remove the
rubber feet at the bottom of the soundbar,
otherwise the rubber feet cannot be xed back.
• Depending on the type of wall mounting your
soundbar, make sure that you use screws of a
suitable length and diameter.
• Please check whether the USB port on the
back of the soundbar is connected to a USB
device. If it is found that the connected USB
device aects the wall-mount, you need to use
another USB device of the appropriate size.
Screw length/diameter
3.5-4mm/0.14 -0.16"
4mm/
0.16"
>32mm/1.26"
WARNING!
•
To prevent injury, this apparatus must
be securely attached to the oor/wall in
accordance with the installation instructions.
• Suggested wall mounting height: ≤ 1.5 meters.
• You are recommended to install the TV rst
before wall mounting the soundbar. With
a TV preinstalled, wall mount the soundbar
50mm/2.0’’ in distance from the bottom of the TV.
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~50mm/2.0"
743mm / 29.2”
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3.5-4mm/0.14 -0.16"
4mm/
0.16"
>32mm/1.26"
1 Drill 2 parallel holes (Diameter 3-8mm
each according to wall type) on the wall.
» The distance between the holes
are: 743mm / 29.2”
» You can use the wall mount
template provided for helping the
drilling holes position on the wall.
2 Secure the dowels and screws in the
holes.
» Be sure to leave a 3.5-4mm gap
between the wall and the screw’s
head.
3 Attach the wall brackets (x2) into on
the unit.
4 Hang the soundbar on the fastening
screws.
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3 Connect
This section helps you connect your
soundbar to a TV and other devices, and
then set it up.
Note
•
For identication 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.
Dolby Atmos®
Dolby Atmos gives you Immersive listening
experience by delivering sound in three
dimensional space, and all the richness,
clarity, and power of Dolby sound.
For more information, please visit
dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos
For using Dolby Atmos®
Dolby Atmos® is available in HDMI mode.
For the details of the connection, please
refer to “HDMI Connection”.
1 To use Dolby Atmos® in HDMI in/
HDMI eARC/ARC mode.
2 Make sure that “No Encoding” is
selected for bitstream in the digital
audio output of the connected
external device (e.g. Blu-ray DVD
player, TV etc.).
3 While entering Dolby Atmos / Dolby
Digital / PCM format, the soundbar
will show DOLBY ATMOS / DOLBY
AUDIO / PCM AUDIO / DOLBY
SURROUND.
Note
•
The full Dolby Atmos experience is only
available when 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 they are unable to support all of the
Dolby features. Given this, our recommendation
is to connect via HDMI, in order to ensure full
Dolby support.
Connect to HDMI Socket
Some 4K HDR TVs require the HDMI
input or picture settings to be set for
HDR content reception. For further setup
details on HDR display, please refer to
the instruction manual of your TV.
Option 1:
HDMI eARC/ARC (Enhance Audio
Return Channel)
Your soundbar supports HDMI with
eARC/ARC (Enhance Audio Return
Channel). If your TV is HDMI eARC/ARC
compliant, you can hear the TV audio
through your soundbar by using a single
HDMI cable.
HDMI (eARC/ARC)
HDMI out
(eARC/ARC)
TV
1 On your TV, turn on HDMI-CEC
operations. For details, see the TV
user manual.
• The HDMI ARC connector on the
TV might be labeled dierently.
For details, see the TV user
manual.
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2 Using a high speed HDMI cable,
connect the HDMI out (eARC/ARC) -
To TV connector on your soundbar to
the HDMI ARC connector on the TV.
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
dier 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.
Option 2: Standard HDMI
If your TV is not HDMI ARC-compliant,
connect your soundbar to the TV
through a standard HDMI connection.
1 Use an HDMI cable to connect
the soundbar’s HDMI in socket to
your external devices (e.g. games
consoles, DVD players and Blu-ray).
2 Use an HDMI cable to connect the
soundbar’s HDMI out (eARC/ARC)
socket to the TV’s HDMI in socket.
Connect to Optical Socket
1 Using an optical cable, connect the
Optical connector on your soundbar
to the Optical out connector on the
TV or other device.
HDMI in
HDMI out
Blu-ray Player/DVD Player
/Recorder/Set-top Box...
TV
HDMI out
(eARC/ARC)
HDMI in
HDMI (eARC/ARC)
HDMI out
(eARC/ARC)
TV
Optical out
Optical
TV
• The digital optical connector might
be labeled Spdif or Spdif out.
Connect the IR pass-
through cable
If the soundbar blocks the IR receiver of
the TV when placing directly in front of
it, you can connect the soundbar and TV
with the supplied IR pass-through cable
so that it can receive signal from the
remote control of your TV.
TV Sensor
IRout
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1 Connect the 2.5mm end of the IR
pass-through cable to the IR OUT
connector on your soundbar.
2 Then, place the other end with the IR
blaster close to the TV sensor.
For information, check the user
manual of your TV.
Note
•
Before you start using IR pass-through, make sure
the TV’s remote sensing area is completely blocked.
• If you nd that the TV’s remote control receiver
is not blocked and still works, you can cancel the
connection of the IR pass-through cable.
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Connect to Power
WARNING!
•
Risk of product damage! Make sure that the
power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage printed on the back or the underside of
the product.
• Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the
power cord, always pull the plug from the
socket. Never pull the cord.
• Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure
you have completed all other connections.
Connect the mains cable to the AC
Socket of the unit and then into a mains
socket.
or
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SoundBar
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• Power cord quantity and plug type
vary by regions.
Pairing with Subwoofer
(FW1) via proprietary RF link
FB1 soundbar can pair with FW1 (not
supplied) Play-Fi wireless subwoofer.
Manual pairing
1 Connect the subwoofer to power
and the source switch at Play-/RF
Link position.
30 sec
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2
3
(Red) Fast blink
(Green) Solid
2 Press the button to turn your FB1
soundbar on.
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ON
ON
SU B P AIR
FB1 SoundBar
FB1 SoundBar
(Green) Fast blink
(Green) Solid
3 Press and hold (Wi-Fi) button
located at the back cabinet for 15 sec.
» The Power/RF link indicator on the
subwoofer will (Green) fast blink.
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3
4
(Green) Solid
(Green) Blink
15 sec
Two tone
ON
FB1 SoundBar
2
ON
Fidelio FB1
4 Soundbar and subwoofer shall
discover each other and start pairing.
Power/RF link indicator on subwoofer
will light up solid Green after RF
connection is successful.
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3
4
(Green) Solid
(Green) Blink
15 sec
Two tone
ON
FB1 SoundBar
2
ON
Fidelio FB1
Note
•
This is applicable to FW1 from software version
00.00.38 or later.
Automatic pairing
1 Switch FW1 subwoofer source to
Play-/RF link source.
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4
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Fast blink Slow pulse
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
8 sec
Two tone
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2 Both soundbar and subwoofer are on.
The soundbar will discover and pair
with the subwoofer in pairing mode.
» If pairing succeeds, soundbar
display shows “PAIRED”.
» If pairing fails, soundbar display
shows “CHECK SUBWOOFER”.
» If pairing fails, To perform
manual pairing of soundbar and
subwoofer.
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- to control the
soundbar to listen to audio les.
1 Download and install the Philips
Sound app powered by DTS Play- on
a phone or tablet.
Philips Sound
• Make sure your router is turned on
and working properly.
Note
•
Depending on the device version, the operation
screen and the way to perform operations may vary.
2 Connect your phone or tablet to the
same Wi-Fi network that you want to
connect your soundbar.
<
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
2
3
4
Two tone
1
Fast blink Slow pulse
>8 sec
3 Press and hold (Wi-Fi) button
located at the back cabinet for
8 seconds to trigger the Wi-Fi
connection.
<
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
2
3
4
Two tone
1
Fast blink Slow pulse
>8 sec
» Until the speaker make a second
tone and then release the button.
5
2
3
4
Two tone
1
<
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Fast blink Slow pulse
>8 sec
2
4 Wait until the Wi-Fi light indicator on
the front cabinet goes from a fast blink
to a slow pulse. When it begins pulsing
slowly, it indicates that the speaker is
entering the Wi-Fi setup mode.
<
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
2
3
4
Two tone
1
Fast blink Slow pulse
>8 sec
5 Launch the Philips Sound app
powered by DTS Play-. Follow the
instructions in the app to connect
this product to your Wi-Fi network.
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6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound
Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound
Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6
7
5
Settings
Return to this app to continue setup.
Ready?
Go To Wi-Fi Settings
Settings
PlayFiDevice 1234
Settings
Your Home Router
Select Name
X
Wi-Fi Password
Enter the password for the network Your Home Router
1234567890
I
X
Show Password.
Settings
Your Play-Fi device is connecting to
Your Home Router
When the Wi-Fi light on the device stops
blinking and becomes solid the device is
setup and ready to be used.
Philips Sound Settings
Setup Play-Fi Device
SETUP
Bedroom
6 After successful Wi-Fi connection, the
Wi-Fi light indicator will stop pulsing
and turn solid. Once you set up this
product on your Wi-Fi network, you
can control it from any smartphone or
tablet on the same network.
7 After connection, you can change
the device name. There are several
names to choose from or create your
own by choosing Custom Name at
the end of the name list. Otherwise,
it follows the default name.
8 After connection, this product may
perform a software update.
Upgrade to the latest software
when it is your rst time set up.
The software upgrade may take
several minutes. Do not unplug your
speaker, turn o your device, or leave
the network during the update.
Note
•
After connection, the product may perform
a software update. Upgrade is required after
initial set up. Without the upgrade, not all
product features can be available.
• When the rst time set up is not successful, hold
down the Wi-Fi button on the soundbar for 8
seconds until the second tone can be heard and
the Wi-Fi light is changed to a slow pulse. Reset
the Wi-Fi connection, restart the app and start
the set up again.
• If you want to change from one network to
another, you need to set up the connection
again. Press hold down the
(Wi-Fi) button on
the soundbar for 8 seconds to reset the Wi-Fi
connection.
• When the rst time set up is not successful, please
close the Philips Sound app powered by DTS
Play-. Restart the app and try the setup again.
AirPlay setup
Use AirPlay to set up the Wi-Fi connection
of iOS device (iOS7 or later) and soundbar.
1 iOS device: Settings > Wi-Fi > select
home network [Play-Fi Device
(xxxxxx) ]
» Go to the Wi-Fi set up. The Play-Fi
device name displays around in 5
seconds.
Settings
» Select the Play-Fi device in the
Airplay set up.
» Press “Done” when set up
complete
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WPS mode
If your router has Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS), you can set up the connection
without entering a password.
1 Press and hold the (Wi-Fi) button
for 3 seconds on the soundbar. You
will hear a tone and the Wi-Fi light
will begin double blink.
2 Press the WPS button on your router.
The button is normally marked with
this WPS logo.
WPS
3 After successful Wi-Fi connection,
the Wi-Fi light indicator will stop
pulsing and turn solid.
Note
•
WPS is not a standard feature on all routers.
If your router does not have WPS then use
Standard Wi-Fi Setup.
• Press the (Wi-Fi) button once if you want to
exit the WPS mode or it will automatically exit
after 2 minutes.
» After successful Wi-Fi connection,
the Wi-Fi light indicator will stop
pulsing and turn solid.
Solid
2 Return to Philips Sound App to name
the device.
3 After connection, you can change
the device name. There are several
names to choose from or create your
own by choosing Custom Name at
the end of the name list. Otherwise,
it follows the default name.
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TV Audio Setup
You can also stream the TV’s audio to
your home speakers wirelessly. Follow
the on-screen setup.
Stream this TV's audio to wireless speakes
throughout your home.
Learn more about DTS Play-Fi enabled
speakers at play-�.com
Connect Speakers
1
DTS Play-Fi TV Audio
Connect Speakers
Select Speakers
Volume
Play-Fi Speaker
2
3FB1
DTS Play-Fi TV Audio
FB1
Connect the soundbar to
Philips Play- enabled TV
1 Power up your DTS Play- TV
connected to the internet.
» TV sound is muted.
2 Enter the Settings menu on TV.
» Settings > Sound > DTS Play-
Surround sound Setup
Follow the on-screen setup.
1
The home theater speakers are now
independent speakers.
3
2
Two
One
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4 Use your
Soundbar
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.
Turn ON and OFF
• When you rst connect the unit to
the main socket, the unit will be
in STANDBY mode. The STANDBY
indicator will light up.
Power
State
Action Function
Power
On
Follow source state
Semi
Standby
Press
the
button
once
• Wi-Fi is connected.
• It supports Play-
and Airplay2,
Chromecast,
Spotify connect,
work with Alexa.
Eco
Standby
Press
and
hold
>2
seconds
• Wi-Fi is o.
• The product enters
the lower power
consumption mode.
• Restarting the
system will take a
relatively longer time.
Select Modes
Press the button repeatedly on the
unit or on the remote control to select
the Optical, HDMI in, HDMI eARC/ARC,
BT, USB mode.
» The selected mode will show on
the display.
Display Status
USB
BT
NO BT
BT (Bluetooth)
• Connected
• Not connected
OPT
Optical
E-ARC
ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI ARC
HD I
HDMI in
Tips
•
Play- is not an optional source. Play- needs to
be directly controlled by APP.
Adjust the Volume
Press +/－ (Volume) buttons to increase
or decrease a volume level.
• To mute sound, press
(Mute).
• To restore the sound, press
(Mute) again or press
+/－.
Enjoy Dolby Atmos sound
Press button to select a
height surround eects level to best suit
your personal taste according to your
environment.
• ATMOS 00: Minimal eect.
• ATMOS 01: Small height eect.
• ATMOS 02: Medium height eect.
• ATMOS 03: Big height eect.
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Note
•
For non-HDMI connections (such as use of USB,
Bluetooth, OPTICAL or AUDIO IN), only limited
height surround eects are generated.
Choose your Sound
This section helps you choose the ideal
sound for your video or music.
Select Equalizer (EQ) Eect
Press button on the remote control
to select predened sound modes to
suit your video or music: MOVIE, MUSIC,
VOICE, STADIUM, CUSTOM.
• MOVIE: Create a surround listening
experience. Ideal for watching
movies.
• MUSIC: Create two-channel or
multi-channel stereo sound. Ideal for
listening to music.
• VOICE: Create sound eect which
makes human voice more clear and
outstanding for listening.
• STADIUM: Create an atmosphere as if
watching a sports game in a stadium.
• CUSTOM: Customize the sound
based on your preferences.
» By default, the EQ is set to
MOVIE.
Sound enhancement settings
1 Repeatedly press to select:
SURR / DRC / IMAX / NEURALX /
DTS DLG / BASS / TREB / SYNC /
CALIBRATE.
2 Then press the / (Left / Right)
navigation buttons change the
settings.
Display
Description
URR
Select audio Upmix/Standard/
Ai Surround options
DRC XX
Dynamic Range Control
I AXX
IMAX mode Auto or O
NEURALX
Neural:X On or O
DT DLG X
Adjust Dialogue Level
BA XX
Adjust the Bass Level
TREXX
Adjust the Treble Level
YNCXX
Set the Audio Delay
CALIBRATE
Set the Auto Calibration
(Only displayed when microphone input)
Surround
Select surround audio options.
• Upmix: Make sure that all
speakers are utilized for contents
less than 5.1.2 or 7.1.2 speaker
conguration.
• STANDARD: Original sound.
• AI SURR: The media intelligence
function of Dolby Atmos for home
audio is utilized to drive the vocal
enhancement or surround eects.
» By default, the audio upmix is set
to 7.1.2.
Note
•
Display shall show the speaker channels
according with dierent speaker congurations,
such as:
7.1.2: soundbar
7.1.4: soundbar + surround speakers
7.1.4: soundbar + surround speakers + subwoofer
7.2.2: soundbar + 2x subwoofer
7.2.4: soundbar + surround speakers + 2x subwoofer
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Dynamic Range Control (DRC)
You can apply dynamic range control to
Dolby Digital tracks.
• ON : Optimization the dynamic
range
• OFF : Turn o dynamic range
adjustment
• AUTO : Dynamic range is
automatically adjusted
» By default, the DRC mode is set
to AUTO.
Note
•
DRC is not available in USB/BT/Play- mode.
IMAX
Set IMAX mode auto or o.
• AUTO: Set to IMAX mode on
• OFF: Set to IMAX mode o
» By default, the IMAX mode is set
to AUTO.
Neural:X
DTS:X® technologies provide users with
virtual multi-channel virtual surround
eects, creating an immersive audio
volume.
• ON: Set to Neural:X mode on
• OFF: Set to Neural:X mode o
» By default, the Neural:X mode is
set to ON.
BASS/TREBLE
Change the low frequency (bass) and
high frequency (treble) settings of this
product.
• BAS -5 ~ BAS +5
• TRE -5 ~ TRE +5
» By default, the Bass/Treble is set
to 0.
Dialogue mode
Dialogue mode improves the clarity
of dialogue and vocals in movies, TV
programs and podcasts by adjusting the
tonal balance of this product.
• DLG 0 ~ DLG 6
» By default, the dialogue mode is
set to 0.
Tips
•
The related level value can be adjusted only
when playing DTS format source. Otherwise it
cannot be adjusted.
SYNC
Set the audio delay.
Video image processing, sometimes
longer than the time required to process
the audio signal. This is called “delayed.”
Audio Delay feature is designed to
remedy this delay.
• S 00~S 200
» By default, the audio delay is set
to 00.
Calibration
Auto calibration setup.
Tips
•
If calibration is never done before, If MIC is
inserted, navigate to the calibration item shall
always display “CALIBRATE – PRESS PLAY”.
To start auto calibration:
1 Turn on the soundbar.
2 Insert MIC to MIC IN at the rear of
FB1.
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» Display “CALIBRATE – PRESS PLAY”
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Mic in
Insert Mic
Audio settings
Set calibration
Point the microphone up and place it where the viewer's head is when seated
facing the screen. (Don't place it too low, or too close to the speakers, and it
shouldn't be placed upside down on the headrest of a sofa (the fabric absorbs
some sound waves and can distort the measurements).
3 Upon press to start calibration,
test tones will be played according to
dierent congurations.
» Once calibration is done, display
“DONE – REMOVE MIC”.
4 When a full auto calibration
setup process has completed,
the calibrated parameters can be
enabled/disabled via menu.
• ON: The last calibrated
parameters shall be applied
• OFF: All calibrated parameters
shall be disabled. The last
parameters shall be remembered.
Exit Auto Calibration Setup
Auto calibration setup can be cancelled
via 2 ways:
• Unplug MIC from MIC IN.
• While MIC is still inserted, Press
(Exit) on the remote control. Stop
playing back test tones for each
channel.
Setup Menu
The unit allows you to congure
advanced settings to provide you with an
even better experience.
1 Press the (MENU) button on the
remote control to open the menu.
2 Select the content with / (Down /
Up) on the remote controller.
3 Press (Enter) to conrm your
selection.
4 Change the initial values for each
of the settings with the cursors
/
(Left / Right).
5 Press (Enter) to confirm your selection.
• To return to the previous screen/
exit the settings, press
(Exit).
• If no button is pressed within
10 seconds, the system will
automatically exit the menu.
Display Description
FL XX
Front Left Speaker
FR XX
Front Right Speaker
XX
Subwoofer
CT XX
Center Speaker
L XX
Side Left Speaker
R XX
Side Right Speaker
DI
Set display and light ring
brightness
DI P XX
Auto turn o display
LIGHT
ATMOS Light ring control
TNBY XX
Auto-standby ON/OFF
BT PAIR
Start Bluetooth pairing
(Only in BT mode)
UB PAIR
Start Subwoofer pairing
UPGRADE
Update rmware via USB
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Adjust speaker level
• Front Left : FL -5 ~ FL +5
• Front Right : FR -5 ~ FR +5
• Subwoofer : SW-5 ~ SW +5
• Center : CT -5 ~ CT +5
• Side Left : SL -5 ~ SL +5
• Side Right : SR -5 ~ SR +5
» By default, the speaker level is set
to 00.
DIM
Set display brightness.
• DIM HIGH, DIM MID, DIM LOW
» By default, the dimmer is set to
DIM MID.
DISPLAY
Set to turn o the display automatically
(except the Wi-Fi LED indicator) after 10
seconds of idle when no user operation.
• ON: Set to display on
• OFF: Set to display o
» By default, the display is set to
ON.
LIGHT
Audio light ring control.
• AUTO : When the Dolby Atmos
format is detected, the audio
light ring will turn on for 10
seconds and turn o.
• ON: When Dolby Atmos format is
detected, the halo light stays on
following the audio.
• OFF: Set to Audio light ring o
» By default, the LIGHT is set to AUTO.
Note
•
The brightness should follow DIM setting.
Standby
The unit automatically turns to Standby
mode after about 15 minutes if the TV or
the external unit is disconnected (or USB, BT
function bit playback pause), switched o.
• STNBY IN 15M: Turn on the
Auto-Standby.
• STNBY OFF: Turn o the Auto-
Standby.
» By default, the setting is set to o.
Note
•
To switch the unit o completely, remove the
mains plug from the mains socket.
• Please turn the unit o completely to save
energy when not in use.
BT PAIR
Enter the Bluetooth pairing mode.
• If you want to connect your
soundbar with another Bluetooth
device, you can activation the pairing
in the menu (BT PAIR) to disconnect
from current BT connected devices
and enter the Bluetooth pairing
mode.
» Press
> select “BT PAIR” > Then
press
(Enter) to conrm the
Bluetooth pairing mode.
• Follow step 2-3 in “Play from
Bluetooth devices“ above to pair
your Bluetooth device.
Tips
•
The “BT PAIR” menu will only be displayed
when the current signal source is in “BT” mode
SUB PAIR
FB1 soundbar can pair with FW1 (not
supplied) Play-Fi wireless subwoofer.
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» Press > select “SUB PAIR” >
Then press
(Enter) to conrm
the subwoofer pairing mode.
» Follow step in “Pairing
with Subwoofer (FW1) via
proprietary RF link”.
Update rmware via USB
Check if there is the latest rmware
version on www.philips.com/support.
Search for your model and click on
“Software and drivers”.
Copy the software update les into USB
ash drive, insert USB ash drive on the
unit.
» Press
> select “UPGRADE” >
“PLAY TO START”
» Then press
(Enter) to conrm.
» Upgrade nished and restart.
Play from Bluetooth
devices
Through Bluetooth, connect the
soundbar with your Bluetooth device
(such as an iPad, iPhone, iPod touch,
Android phone, or laptop), and then you
can listen to the audio les stored on the
device through your soundbar speakers.
1 Press the button repeatedly on the
unit or on the remote control to switch
the soundbar to Bluetooth mode.
» BT is displayed on the display
panel.
2 On the Bluetooth device, switch
on Bluetooth, search for and
select “Philips Fidelio FB1” to start
connection (see the user manual
of the Bluetooth device on how to
enable Bluetooth).
3 Wait until you hear the voice prompt
from the soundbar.
» If the successfully connected,
CONNECTED is displayed on the
display panel.
4 Select and play audio les or music
on your Bluetooth device.
• During play, if a call is coming,
music play is paused. Play
resumes when the call ends.
• If your Bluetooth device supports
AVRCP prole, on the remote
control you can press
/ button
to skip to a track, or press
button to pause/resume play.
To disconnect and pair a new
Bluetooth device
1 In Bluetooth mode, press > select
“BT PAIR” > Then press
(Enter) to
disconnect from current connected
BT devices and enter the Bluetooth
pairing mode.
• Alternatively directly press and
hold
button for 3 seconds on the
soundbar to disconnect from current
connected BT devices and enter the
Bluetooth pairing mode.
» The display will ashing “PAIR“.
2 Follow step 2-3 in “Play from
Bluetooth devices“ above to pair
your Bluetooth device.
Note
•
In an open space without obstructions.
The maximum operational range between
the soundbar and a Bluetooth device is
approximately 10 meters (30 feet).
• Compatibility with all Bluetooth devices is not
guaranteed.
• The music streaming may be interrupted by
obstacles between the device and soundbar,
such as wall, metallic casing that covers the
device, or other devices nearby that operate in
the same frequency.
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Multi-point control
The product support multi-point feature,
and can connect two Bluetooth devices
at same time (such as an iPad, iPhone,
iPod touch, Android phone, or laptop).
• There is audio prompt when the
second Bluetooth device connect the
soundbar.
• When the second Bluetooth device
stream its audio to soundbar, the
rst Bluetooth device will pause the
playback.
• Incoming call has priority over music
playback regardless from rst or
second devices.
Listen to an external
device
Ensure that the unit is connected to the
TV or audio device.
1 Press the button repeatedly on
the unit or on the remote control to
select the Optical, HDMI ARC, HDMI
in mode.
2 Operate your audio device directly
for playback features.
3 Press the VOL +/– buttons to adjust
the volume to your desired level.
Audio (abbreviation) Display
LPCM 2ch PCM AUDIO
LPCM 5.1ch PCM AUDIO
LPCM 7.1ch PCM AUDIO
Dolby Digital Dolby AUDIO
Dolby TrueHD Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Surround
Dolby Atmos -
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Atmos -
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos
DTS DTS
DTS Discrete Surround DTS
DTS-ES 6.1 Matrix DTS
DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete DTS
DTS 96/24 DTS
DTS 96/24 ES Matrix DTS
DTS Express DTS
DTS-ES 8-Channel
Discrete
DTS
DTS-HD High
Resolution
DTS-HD
DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD
DTS:X DTS:X
DTS:X Master Audio DTS:X
Note
•
The unit may not be able to decode all digital
audio formats from the input source. In this
case, the unit will mute. This is NOT a defect.
Ensure that the audio setting of the input
source (e.g. TV, game console, DVD player, etc.)
is set to PCM or Dolby Digital (Refer to the user
manual of the input source device for its audio
setting details) with HDMI in / HDMI ARC /
Optical input.
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Play audio through USB
Enjoy audio on a USB storage device,
such as an MP3 player and USB ash
memory, etc.
1 Insert the USB device.
2 Press the button repeatedly on
the unit or on the remote control to
select the USB mode.
» USB is displayed on the display
panel.
3 During playback:
Button Action
Start, pause or resume play.
/ Skip to the previous or next track.
Tips
•
This product may not be compatible with
certain types of USB storage devices.
• If you use a USB extension cable, USB hub,
or USB Multifunctional card reader, the USB
storage device may not be recognized.
• Do not remove the USB storage device while
reading les.
• The unit can support USB devices with up to 32
GB of memory.
• This unit can play MP3 / WAV / FLAC.
• Support a USB port: 5V 500mA.
Listen to Spotify
Use your phone, tablet or computer as a
remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.
com/connect to learn how.
Factory Reset
Reset device to default setting.
• Turn on the soundbar, press and hold
the
and buttons at the same
time for 8 seconds.
» Display shows “RESET” for 5
seconds.
» While system reboot, display
shows “REBOOT”
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5 Product
specifications
Note
•
Specications and design are subject to change
without notice.
Bluetooth / Wireless
Bluetooth proles A2DP, AVRCP
Bluetooth version V 5.0
Bluetooth frequency
range / Transmitter
power (EIRP)
2402~2480 MHz
≤ 5dBm
5.8G Wireless frequency
range / Transmitter
power (EIRP)
5742~5852 MHz
≤ 10dBm
Network supported
WiFi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wireless
frequency band (Wi-Fi) /Radio frequency
power transmitted (EIRP)
2.4G Wi-Fi 2400 ~ 2483.5 MHz / ≤ 20dBm
5.G Wi-Fi
5150 ~ 5350 MHz / ≤ 20dBm
5470 ~ 5725 MHz / ≤ 27dBm
5725 ~ 5850 MHz / ≤ 14dBm
Soundbar
Power supply
100-240V~
50/60Hz
RMS output power
MAX output power
310W
620W (1% THD )
Power consumption 50 W
Standby
consumption
< 0.5 W
Frequency response 40Hz - 20KHz
Speakers impedance 8Ω
Dimension (W x H x D )
1200 x 73 x 125
mm
Weight 7.2 kg
Operating
temperature
0°C - 45°C
USB
USB direct version 2.0 Full Speed
USB 5V 500mA
Extension Codec Sample Rate Bitrate
.mp3
MPEG 1
Layer 1
16 ~ 48 kHz 32 ~ 448 kbps
MPEG 1
Layer 2
16 ~ 48 kHz 8 ~ 384 kbps
MPEG 1
Layer 3
16 ~ 48 kHz 8 ~ 320 kbps
MPEG 2 /
MPEG 2.5
Layer 1
16 ~ 48 kHz 8 ~ 256 kbps
MPEG 2 /
MPEG 2.5
Layer 2
16 ~ 48 kHz 8 ~160 kbps
MPEG 2/
MPEG 2.5
Layer 3
16 ~ 48 kHz 8 ~ 160 kbps
.wav
WAV 16 ~ 48 kHz
Up to 1536
kbps
.ac
FLAC
Up to 48 kHz /
16 bit
Remote control
Distance/Angle 6m/30°
Battery type AAA (1.5V X 2)
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Supported audio formats
Format Function
HDMI Input HDMI eARC HDMI ARC OPTICAL
LPCM 2ch √ √ √ √
LPCM 5.1ch √ √ √ √
LPCM 7.1ch √ √ -- --
Dolby Digital √ √ √ √
Dolby Digital Plus √ √ √ --
Dolby TrueHD √ √ -- --
Dolby MAT √ √ -- --
Dolby Atmos - Dolby Digital Plus √ √ √ --
Dolby Atmos - Dolby TrueHD √ √ -- --
Dolby Atmos - Dolby MAT √ √ -- --
DTS √ √ √ √
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 √ √ √ √
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 √ √ √ √
DTS 96/24 √ √ √ √
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio √ √ -- --
DTS-HD Master Audio √ √ -- --
DTS-HD LBR √ √ -- --
DTS:X √ √ -- --
√ : Supported format. -- : Unsupported format.
The product shall comply with Dolby indication mandatory requirements marked below
Input
Signal
Audio format
Dolby
Virtualizer
Format Indication
Dolby Atmos
1
Dolby Surround
1
Dolby Audio
Dolby
Digital
Channel-based
O √
On √
Dolby
Digital Plus
Object-based - √
Channel-based
O √
On √
Dolby
TrueHD
Object-based - √
Channel-based
O √
On √
Dolby MAT
Object-based - √
Channel-based
O √
On √
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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.
No power
• Ensure that the AC cord is properly
connected.
• Ensure that there is power at the AC
outlet.
• Press
(standby) button on the
remote control or soundbar to turn
the soundbar on.
Sound
No sound from the soundbar speaker.
• Connect the audio cable from
your soundbar to your TV or other
devices. However, you do not need a
separate audio connection when:
- the soundbar and TV are connected
through HDMl ARC connection, or
- a device is connected to the HDMI
in connector on your soundbar.
• On the remote control, select the
correct audio input.
• Make sure that the soundbar is not
muted.
• Reset this product to its factory
settings (see ‘Apply factory settings).
Or power down the product
completely and start over again.
• When the playback freezes and
there is no sound in Wi-Fi mode,
please check whether your home
network is normal.
Distorted sound or echo.
• If you play audio from TV through
this product, make sure that the TV
is muted.
Audio and video are not synchronized.
•
Press enter setting menu, select ‘AV
SYNC’ to synchronize the audio with
the video.
Bluetooth
A device cannot connect with the
soundbar.
• The device does not support the
compatible proles required for the
soundbar.
• You have not enabled the Bluetooth
function of the device. See the user
manual of the device on how to
enable the function.
• The device is not correctly connected.
Connect the device correctly.
• The soundbar is already connected
with another Bluetooth device.
Disconnect the connected device,
then try again.
Quality of audio play from a connected
Bluetooth device is poor.
• The Bluetooth reception is poor.
Move the device closer to the
soundbar, or remove any obstacle
between the device and the
soundbar.
I can’t nd the Bluetooth name of this
unit on my Bluetooth device
• Ensure the Bluetooth function is
activated on your Bluetooth device.
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• Re-pair the unit with your Bluetooth
device.
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 eects.
• For non-HDMI connections (such
as use of USB, Bluetooth, Optical or
AUDIO IN), limited height surround
eects are generated. See the
section of ‘Dolby Atmos’ about how
to achieve best Dolby Atmos eects.
Play-
Cannot discover the Play- supported
devices from the app.
• Make sure the device is connected to
the Wi-Fi.
Cannot play Play- music.
• Certain network service or contents
available through the device may
not be accessible in case the service
provider terminates its service.
• When the rst time set up is not
successful, close the Philips Sound
app powered by DTS Play-. Restart
the app.
• When the speaker was set as Stereo
Pairs or Surround Sound, the speaker
need to be disconnected in the App
before use separately.
Remote control does not work
• Before you press any playback
control button, rst select the correct
source.
• Reduce the distance between the
remote control and the unit.
• Insert the battery with its polarities
(+/-) aligned as indicated.
• Replace the battery.
• Aim the remote control directly at
the sensor on the front of the unit.
This is a 15 mins power o
function, one of the ERPII standard
requirement for saving power
• When the unit’s external input
signal level is too low, the unit will
be turned o automatically in 15
minutes. Please increase the volume
level of your external device.
To control this AirPlay 2 -enabled speaker, iOS 11.
4 or later is required. Use of the Works with Apple
badge means that an accessory has been designed
to work specically with technology identied in
the badge and has been certied by trademarks of
Apply Inc. , registered in the U. S. and other countries.
Apple® and AirPlay® are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses
found here: www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-
licenses
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Denition Multimedia
Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D
symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured
under license from Dolby Laboratories. Condential
unpublished works. Copyright © 2012-2021 Dolby
Laboratories. All rights reserved.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of such marks by MMD Hong Kong Holding Limited
is under license. Other trademarks and trade names
are those of their respective owners.
Roku, the Roku logo, Roku TV, Roku TV Ready, and the
Roku TV Ready logo are trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of Roku, Inc. This product is Roku TV
Ready-supported in the United States, Canada, United
Kingdom, Mexico and Brazil. Countries are subject to
change. For the most current list of countries in which
this product is Roku TV Ready-supported, please email
rokutvr[email protected].
7 Trademarks
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. (for
companies headquartered in the U.S./Japan/Taiwan)
or under license from DTS Licensing Limited (for all
other companies). DTS, DTS Play-Fi, Play-Fi and the DTS
Play-Fi and Play-Fi logos are registered trademarks or
trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and other
countries. © 2021 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. (for
companies headquartered in the U.S./Japan/Taiwan)
or under license from DTS Licensing Limited (for all
other companies). DTS, DTS:X, and the DTS:X logo are
registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the
United States and other countries. © 2021 DTS, Inc. ALL
RIGHTS RESERVED.
Manufactured under license from IMAX Corporation.
IMAX® is a registered trademark of IMAX Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries. For DTS patents,
see http:// patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license
from DTS, Inc. (for companies headquartered in the
U.S./Japan/Taiwan) or under license from DTS Licensing
Limited (for all other companies). DTS and the DTS logo
are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in
the United States and other countries. © 2020 DTS, Inc.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a registered trademark
of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Google, Google Play and Chromecast built-in are
trademark of Google LLC. Google Assistant is not
available in certain languages and countries.
Specications are subject to change without notice. Please visit
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 aliates, and MMD
Hong Kong Holding Limited. is the warrantor in relation to this product.
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