VIZIO
QUICK START GUIDE
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
High Definition Sound Bar
Remote Control
with Batteries
This Quick
Start Guide
Power Cable
Stereo RCA to 3.5mm
Audio Cable
Coaxial Audio
Cable
Digital Optical
Cable
2 x Sound Bar Wall
Mount Brackets
2 x Wall
Mount Screws
(Size: M4 x 10)
Wall Mount
Template
CONTROLS & CONNECTIONS
Back of Sound Bar
DIGITAL (3)
Coaxial In
OPTICAL (4)
Digital Optical Audio In
AUX (1)
Analog Audio In
AUX (2)
Analog Audio In
SUB OUT
Subwoofer Out
Power Port
Service Port
Back of Sound Bar
Control Buttons are located here:
Power
Input
Bluetooth Input
(Hold to force pair, See‘Bluetooth Pairing’for more information.)
+
-
Volume
FIRST-TIME SETUP
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1
GOOD
GOOD
BETTER
BETTER
3.5MM TO
RCA CABLE
3.5MM TO
RCA CABLE
DIGITAL COAXIAL
CABLE**
DIGITAL OPTICAL
CABLE**
CHOOSE ONE CABLE:
BETTER
GOOD
AND CONNECT IT TO YOUR TV
*Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown above. To connect the Sound Bar directly
to your other devices (Blu-ray player, game system, etc) see your device’s user manual.
**When using either of the Digital Inputs, if there is no audio: (A) try setting the TV
output to PCM or (B) Connect directly to your Blu-ray/other source, some TVs do not
pass through digital audio.
2
Connect the Power Cable to
the Sound Bar.
3
Plug the Power Cable into
a power outlet.
4
Sound Bar is centered
below the TV.
For the best surround sound experience, position the Sound Bar as shown.
The Sound Bar should be close to ear level.
Top
Top
5
7
6
Remove the battery cover
by gently sliding it away
from the remote.
Insert the included batteries
and gently slide the battery
cover back into place.
Turn your TV on, then press the Power button
Power
Input
on the remote to turn the Sound Bar on.
Press the Input button to switch between
audio sources. For example, if you
connected your TV to Input 1, set the Sound
Bar to Input 1.
Hardware setup is complete.
USING THE REMOTE
Bluetooth
Input
Press to enter Bluetooth input.
(To enter force pair mode, press and hold for 5 seconds)
Press to change input source.
Power
Press to turn on or off.
Enter/Play/Pause
Press to select an option.
Press to play or pause.
Volume +
Press to increase volume.
Previous
Next
Press to return to previous track.
(Changes Treble and Bass levels)
Press to skip to the next track.
(Changes Treble and Bass levels)
Volume –
Press to decrease volume.
TruVolume
Press to enable/disable TruVolume.
Treble
Press to enter treble adjustment mode.
TruSurround HD
Press to enable/disable TruSurround HD.
Bass
Press to enter bass adjustment mode.
Mute
Press to mute/unmute.
LED INDICATORS
LED Indicators are located here:
The LED Indicators will behave differently with each button on the remote control.
Function
LED Behavior
Analog Audio In - AUX (1)
Description
Press the INPUT button on the remote to cycle through each available input:
Analog Audio In - AUX (2)
Coaxial In - Digital (3)
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•
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•
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Analog Audio In - AUX (1)
Analog Audio In - AUX (2)
Coaxial In- Digital (3)
Input
Digital Optical Audio In -
Optical (4)
Digital Optical Audio In - Optical (4)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
(When searching for device) Press and hold the
Flash from Left to Right minutes. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3820w) using your Bluetooth Device.
and back continuously. The sound bar will power down if no device is found.
Note: Set your Bluetooth device into pairing mode prior to the Sound Bar.
button on the remote.The Sound Bar will be discoverable for 15
Bluetooth Pairing
TruVolume On:
TruVolume Off:
Press the TVOL button to enable/disable TruVolume.When enabled (On),TruVolume
provides a consistent and comfortable volume level for a more enjoyable listening
experience.
DTS TruVolume
On/Off
TruSurround On:
TruSurround Off:
Press the TSHD button to enable/disable DTS TruSurround.When enabled (On), all inputs will
produce virtual surround sound.When disabled (Off), all sources will playback in stereo.
DTS TruSurround
On/Off
Two center LEDs indicate Press the TREBLE button then press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the
Treble Levels
Bass Levels
Treble level 0.
treble level.The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with
decreasing levels.
Two center LEDs indicate Press the BASS button then press the Next/Previous button to increase/decrease the bass
Bass level 0.
level.The LED indicators will move to the right with increasing levels and to the left with
decreasing levels.
Dolby Digital is only available on either the Coaxial In or Digital Optical Audio In inputs.
When a Dolby Digital signal is detected, the Dolby Digital logo will light up for 5 seconds
before fading away.
Dolby Digital Logo.
Dolby Digital
BLUETOOTH PAIRING
To pair the Sound Bar with a Bluetooth device:
1. Press and hold the Bluetooth button
on the Sound Bar or the Bluetooth button
on the remote for five (5) seconds.
When the Sound Bar is in Bluetooth Pairing Mode, the LED Indicators on the Display Panel on the front of the Sound Bar
will light sequentially from left to right and back again.
Once the device is paired, the LED Indicators will stop flashing.
2. You can now search for the Sound Bar (VIZIO S3820w) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, see the
documentation that came with your device.
3. Play audio from your Bluetooth device.Volume can be controlled on your source device and
the Sound Bar.
Back of Sound Bar
USING BLUETOOTH MODE
Your Sound Bar supports music streaming from smartphones, tablets, and computers with Bluetooth capability.
Device compatibility will vary, see your device’s documentation for more information. Once you have paired your
source device to the Sound Bar, as long as you stay within range of the Sound Bar, your device should remain
paired, even if you change the input on the Sound Bar.
Your Sound Bar is not equipped with a microphone, so it cannot operate as a hands-free
device for a smartphone.
Maximizing Signal
A Bluetooth signal has a range of up to 30 feet. Keep in mind that Bluetooth is a compressed audio format, so
streamed music may lose some integrity when compared to a wired connection.
Try the following if your sound quality is less than optimal:
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If you hear any break-up or disconnect while streaming music from your device, move the source device
closer to the Sound Bar.
Be sure that there are no solid obstructions in the line-of-sight between the Sound Bar and the source
device.
Other wireless devices can affect Bluetooth range, including wireless security cameras, wireless video
baby monitors, cordless phones, and microwave ovens. Turning off or moving these devices may improve
Bluetooth range.
Reduce the volume levels on your device and on the Sound Bar before pressing Play. High volume
levels can damage your hearing.
ADVANCED SETUP
Connect up to four (4) different devices
to the Sound Bar (devices shown are
examples you can use any device).
Back of Sound Bar
To listen to a device, change the input
source on the Sound Bar.
Optical, Coaxial, and 3.5mm cables
transmit audio only. If connecting a
video device, you will need a separate
video connection from the device to
your TV.
RCA AUDIO
CABLE
DIGITAL COAXIAL
CABLE
DIGITAL OPTICAL
CABLE
3.5mm AUDIO
CABLE
Game Console
Network Media Player
Tablet/MP3 Player/Laptop
CONNECTING A SUBWOOFER
Back of Sound Bar
RCA Subwoofer Cable*
Optional Subwoofer*
For best results setting up an optional subwoofer,VIZIO suggests
the following procedure:
1. Press the BASS button on the remote control to enter bass
adjustment mode.
2. Use the Previous/Next buttons to adjust the bass level to
the center position.
3. Power Off the Sound Bar and Subwoofer. Connect an
RCA cable from the Sound Bar to the Subwoofer.
4. Power On the Sound Bar and Subwoofer.
5. Manually adjust the SUB gain (Volume) and phase to
your preference. See your subwoofer’s user manual for
more information.
6. Use the BASS button on the remote control to adjust the
subwoofer’s output.
*RCA subwoofer cable and subwoofer not included.
WALL MOUNTING THE SOUND BAR
1
Wall-Mount
Screw Holes
Back of Sound Bar
InsertandtightentwoWall-MountScrewswithaPhillips-head
screwdriver into the Wall-Mount Screw Holes.
2
Place the included wall mounting template against the wall
under your TV. Mark the four bracket holes using a pencil.
3
Be sure your screws are attached
to wood studs or drywall anchors
(for drywall) or concrete anchors
(for brick/concrete walls). Wall
mounting hardware is not included.
22.5 in
(571.5 mm)
Wall Mount Screw
Screw Size: M4 x 10
If you are unfamiliar with power tools or the layout of
electrical wiring in the walls of your home, consult a
professional installer.
BUTTON CONFIGURATION
There are 3 Functions that are triggered by 3 different button combinations on the Sound Bar.
Function
LED Behavior
Description
Reset the Sound Bar to the factory default settings.To perform a Factory Reset, Press and Hold
the Bluetooth( ) and Volume Down (—) buttons for 5 seconds.
Note: This will erase all settings and preferences that you have set.
All 12 LEDs will
flash 3 times:
Factory
Reset
Enable VIZIO TV Remote:
Enable/disable the use of a VIZIO TV remote control to power on and adjust the volume
VIZIO TV
Remote
Control
Disable VIZIO TV Remote: of the sound bar. To enable/disable this function, Press and Hold the Power (
) and
Volume Up ( + )buttons for 5 seconds.
Enable Energy Star:
Disable Energy Star:
When the Energy Star setting is enabled, the sound bar will automatically power down after
a period of inactivity.When disabled, the sound bar will remain powered on until you turn
it off.To enable/disable this function, Press and Hold the Power
buttons for 5 seconds.
(
) and Volume Down (—)
Energy Star
Note: Energy Star setting is enabled by default.
Back of Sound Bar
Power
Input
Bluetooth Input
+
-
Volume
HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING
• Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the top of your Sound Bar.
• Ensure the power cord is securely connected.
There is no power.
• Plug a different device into the electrical outlet to verify that the outlet is working correctly.
• Increase the volume.Press Volume Up on the remote control or on the top of your Sound Bar.
• Press MUTE on the remote to ensure the Sound Bar is not muted.
• Press INPUT on the remote or on the top of your Sound Bar to select a different input source.
• When using either of the Digital Inputs,if there is no audio: (A) Try setting the TV output to PCM or (B) Connect directly to
your Blu-ray/other source,some TVs do not pass through digital audio.
There is no sound.
• On digital inputs,the input LEDs will flash rapidly if an unsupported format is present.Set the source to output PCM.
•Your TV may be set to variable audio output.Confirm that the audio output setting is set to FIXED or STANDARD,not
VARIABLE.Consult your TV’s user manual for more detailed information.
• If using Bluetooth,ensure that the volume on your source device is turned up and that the device is not muted.
• Ensure all cables and wires are securely connected.
I hear buzzing or
humming.
• Connect a different source device (TV, Blu-ray player, etc) to see if the buzzing persists. If it does not, the problem may
be with the original device.
• Connect your device to a different input on the Sound Bar.
• Replace the remote batteries with new ones.
The remote
• Point the remote directly at the center of the Sound Bar when pressing a button.
isn’t working.
• If using a Bluetooth connection, some of the buttons on the remote may not be supported by the streaming
application. (e.g., Pandora doesn’t support the Back button.)
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