Vizio M213ad-K8 Soundbar Speaker User Manual

Vizio M213ad-K8 Soundbar Speaker

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this Unit near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install following the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades, with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the ends where the plug is located, near convenience receptacles, or where they exit from the Unit.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the stand, tripod, or bracket specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the Unit. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/Unit combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this Unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the Unit has been damaged in any way, such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the Unit, the Unit has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
To reduce the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before connecting other components to your Unit.
Unplug the power cord before cleaning your Unit. A damp cloth is sufficient for cleaning. Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner on your Unit. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to ensure compatibility.
When moving your Unit from an area of low temperature to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. Wait before turning on your Unit to avoid causing fire, electric shock, or component damage.
Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the Unit are provided for ventilation. To ensure the reliable operation of your Unit and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place your Unit in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.
Never push any object into the slots and openings on your Unit. Do not place any objects on the top of your Unit. Doing so could short-circuit parts, causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on your Unit.
Do not block the subwoofer ports. Allow for 1-2 inches of space around all sides for ventilation.
WARNING: Exposure to loud sounds can damage your hearing, causing hearing loss and tinnitus (ringing or buzzing in the ears). With continued exposure to loud noises, ears may become accustomed to the sound level, which may result in permanent damage to hearing without any noticeable discomfort.
When connected to a power outlet, power is always flowing into your Unit. To totally disconnect power, unplug the power cord.
Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.
The wall socket should be located near your Unit and be easily accessible.
Keep your Unit away from moisture. Do not expose your Unit to rain or moisture. If water penetrates into your Unit, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer. Continuous use in this case may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not use your Unit if any abnormality occurs. If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the power cord and contact your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair your Unit yourself.
Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances. If your Unit is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal components may function abnormally. Unplug the power cord immediately and contact your dealer for repair. Continued use of your Unit may cause fire or electric shock.
Do not install your Unit in an area with heavy dust or high humidity. Operating your Unit in environments with heavy dust or high humidity may cause fire or electric shock.
Ensure that the power cord and any other cables are unplugged before moving your Unit.
When unplugging your Unit, hold the power plug, not the cord. Pulling on the power cord may damage the wires inside the cord and cause a fire or an electric shock. When your Unit will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the power cord.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not touch the connector with wet hands.
Insert the remote control batteries in accordance with the instructions. Incorrect polarity may cause the battery to leak, which can damage the remote control or injure the operator.
Read and follow all warnings printed on the Unit.
WARNING: This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near the equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain, or moisture.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion or fire if batteries are mistreated. Replace only with the same or specified type.
Do not leave the batteries exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. Do not disassemble the batteries or dispose of them in the fire.
If the main wall plug or the appliance coupler is disconnected, the disconnected device will remain readily operable upon reconnection to an appropriate power source.
No open flames, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the Unit.
The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items,such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
The equipment shall be used at a maximum of 35 degrees C ambient temperature.

Package Contents

Controls & Connections

Supports .WAV and MP3 file format playback only.

Only use this port to connect a Voice Assistant device.

Front of Sound Bar

Right Side

First-time Setup

Choose the best possible connection cable type and connect it to your TV. (Not all cables are included.)

Not all TVs have the audio outputs shown. To connect the sound bar directly to your other devices (Blu-ray player, game system, etc.), see your device’s user manual.

Be sure the TV port is an audio output, not an audio input.

Some TVs do not pass through digital audio:

When using the digital input, if there is no audio, try: setting the TV output to PCM, or connecting directly to your Blu-ray or other source.

Connect the power cable to the sound bar AC IN as shown. Plug the power cable into an electrical outlet.
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.
After turning on both your TV and sound bar, it will automatically begin searching for an active input. The LED indicator on the front of the sound bar will begin cycling through different colors through the inputs until an audio source is detected.

Tip: Pressing the INPUT button will stop the auto-detect function.

You can press the INPUT button to switch between audio sources. For example, if you connected your TV to HDMI, set the sound bar to HDMI.

Occurs only during the first-time setup.

Auto auto-detect function only occurs once when the sound bar is first powered on. To enable this feature again, you must do a Factory Reset or press and hold the INPUT button for 4 seconds.

Using the Remote

Input

Change the input source. (Long press for Auto Input Search). (Long 10-second press to enable/disable AUX VA)

Virtual: X

Turn Virtual: X on or off.

Bluetooth

Press to go to Bluetooth Mode. (Long press for Pairing Mode). (Long 10-second press to enable/disable BT VA)

Return to the previous track. (Change audio settings)

Up/Down

Change audio settings.

EQ Settings

Change equalizer settings.

Bass

Use the Previous/Next buttons to increase/decrease the bass level.

Mute

Mute/unmute. (Long press to turn LED power indicator and voice notifications on/off)

Power

Turn on or off.

TruVolume

Turns TruVolume on or off.

OK

Select an option, play or pause. (Long press for Info)

Skip to the next track. (Change audio settings)

Volume +/-

Increase and decrease volume

Night Mode

Turns Night Mode on or off

Treble

Use the Previous/Next buttons to increase/decrease the treble level.

Press the INPUT, then the Previous button to select the previous input. Press the INPUT, then Next to select Bluetooth input.

Proper Placement

For the best surround sound experience, position the sound bar as shown. The sound bar should be close to ear level (approx. 2-3 ft. off the floor).

(If your TV permits it, you can also slide the sound bar underneath the TV.)

Bluetooth Pairing

To pair the sound bar with a Bluetooth device:

Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the sound bar or remote for five (5) seconds.
Search for the sound bar (VIZIO M213ad) using your Bluetooth device. For more information, refer to the user documentation that came with the device.
Now you can play audio from your Bluetooth device. Volume can be controlled on both your source device and the sound bar.

In Bluetooth pairing mode, the LED indicators on the display panel on the front of the sound bar will light up from left to right continuously. Once the device is paired, the LED indicators will stop flashing.

Using Bluetooth Mode

Your sound bar supports music streaming from devices 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, your device should remain paired. (within range)
If the source is changed back to Bluetooth, any paired Bluetooth device will reconnect automatically.
If the input is changed, the Bluetooth device will disconnect (will stay connected if Auto VA BT is on).

Maximizing Signal

A Bluetooth signal has a range of up to 30 feet. Keep in mind that Bluetooth is a compressed audio format, so streamed music may lose some integrity when compared to a wired connection.

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

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

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

Reduce the volume levels on your device and on the sound bar before pressing Play. High volume levels can damage your hearing.

Connecting to a Voice Assistant

Your sound bar can connect to a Voice Assistant (VA) device through an AUX VA or Bluetooth connection. Once connected, your sound bar will now act as the VA speaker.

Features and Benefits:

Voice Assistant Dedicated Input: VA can be active on the sound bar even if the sound bar is set to a different input with audio playing.
Auto Muting: If playing audio from the sound bar, the VA will play over the original source audio for 10 seconds. If continued after the 10 seconds, the VA audio will mute the original source audio. Once the VA audio is stopped, the original source audio will resume.

Make sure your sound bar is turned ON and the Eco Power setting is turned OFF.

Setup Tips:

If the VA audio is too low, adjust the volume from the VA device.
If the start of the response from the VA is cut off, enable “Start of Request” from your VA app settings.
To disable the VA function, press and hold the INPUT button on the remote for 10 seconds to turn on or off.

Using the AUX VA Port to Connect

(If there is no AUX port on the VA device, use a Bluetooth connection instead.)

Use a 3.5mm audio cable to connect the AUX VA port on the sound bar to an AUX port on your voice assistant device.
Press and hold the INPUT button on the remote for 10 seconds to enable/disable AUX VA mode.

Using Bluetooth to Connect

Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the sound bar or remote for three (3) seconds. Search for the sound bar (VIZIO M213ad) using your VA device app. For more information, refer to the user documentation that came with the device.
After successful pairing, press and hold the Bluetooth button on the remote for 10 seconds to enable/disable Bluetooth VA mode.

Product Registration and Support

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Updates and Enhancements

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Help & Troubleshooting

There is no power. There is no sound.	• Press the POWER button on the remote control or on the side of your sound bar. • Ensure the power cord is securely connected. • Plug a different device into the electrical outlet to verify that the outlet is working correctly.
	• Increase the volume. Press VOLUME UP on the remote control or on the side 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 side 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. • On digital inputs, there will be a voice announcement 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.
I hear buzzing or humming.	• Ensure all cables and wires are securely connected. • Connect a different source device (TV, Blu-ray player, etc) to see if the buzzing persists. If it does not, the problem may be with the original device. • Connect your device to a different input on the sound bar.
The remote isn’t working.	• Replace the remote batteries with new ones. • Point the remote directly at the center of the sound bar when pressing a button. • If using a Bluetooth connection, some of the buttons on the remote may not be supported by the streaming application (e.g., Pandora doesn’t support the BACK button).

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Vizio M213ad-K8 Soundbar Speaker User Manual