AMBEO Soundbar
SB01
Instruction manual
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG
Am Labor 1 30900 Wedemark Germany
www.sennheiser.com
Version: 05/19 A01
Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions
1.Read these safety instructions.
2.Keep these safety instructions. Always include these safety instructions when passing the product on to others.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use the product near water.
6.Only clean the product when it is not connected to the power supply system. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7.Ensure circulating ventilation. The product generates heat which is dissipated through the housing. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other products that produce heat and do not expose to direct sunlight.
9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype 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 are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.Protect the power supply cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits from the product.
11.Use only attachments/accessories/spare parts supplied or recommended by Sennheiser.
12.Use only with shelves, racks, or tables that can safely support the weight of the product (see instruction manual).
13.Unplug the product during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the product has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product, when the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire and electric shock, do not expose the product to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the product.
16.To completely disconnect this product from the AC mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
17.The plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily accessible.
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Important safety instructions
Hazard warnings on the bottom of the product
The product generates heat which is dissipated through the housing! Do not touch when in use or directly after use!
The following label is attached to the bottom of the product.
The symbols on this label have the following meaning:
Read and follow the safety and operating instructions contained in this instruction manual.
Presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never open the product. There is a risk of 
electric shock when touching live parts. 
There are no user serviceable parts inside 
the product. Refer repairs to an authorized
Sennheiser service partner.
Safety instructions for lithium batteries (remote control)
WARNING
If abused or misused, the batteries may leak. In extreme cases, they may even present a risk of
•explosion,
•fire development,
•heat generation,
•smoke or gas development.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
Keep away from children.
Observe correct polarity.
Immediately remove the batteries from obviously defective product.
Dispose of batteries at special collection points or return them to your specialist dealer.
Do not mutilate or dismantle.
Do not expose to moisture.
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Important safety instructions
Remove the batteries if the product will not be used for extended periods of time.
Pack/store batteries so that the terminals cannot contact each other – danger of shorting out/fire hazard.
Only use batteries specified by Sennheiser.
Store the products in a cool and dry place at room temperature (approx. 20 °C/68 °F).
Do not continue to use defective batteries.
Do not heat above 70 °C/158 °F, e.g. do not expose to sunlight or throw into a fire.
Preventing damage to health and accidents
Protect your hearing from high volume levels. Permanent hearing damage may occur when listening at high volume levels for long periods of time.
The product generates stronger permanent magnetic fields that could cause interference with cardiac pacemakers, implanted defibrillators (ICDs) and other implants. Always maintain a distance of at least 3.94"/10 cm between the product component containing the magnet and the cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or other implant.
Keep the product, accessories and packaging parts out of reach of children and pets to prevent accidents. Swallowing and choking hazard.
Do not use the product in an environment that requires your special attention (e.g. when performing skilled jobs).
Preventing damage to the product and malfunctions
If the product was moved from a cold environment to a warm one, allow the product to stand for at least 2 hours before putting it into operation.
Intended use/Liability
This product has been designed for playing TV sound and music via cable connections, Bluetooth, WiFi or Ethernet. This product is intended for private domestic use only. It is not intended for commercial use.
It is considered improper use when this product is used for any application not named in the instruction manual. Sennheiser is not liable for damages to USB devices that are not consistent with the USB specifications. Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from improper use or misuse of this product and its attachments/accessories.
Before putting the product into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations.
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Important safety instructions
Notes on data collection and processing and on firmware updates
This product stores individual settings such as volume, sound and UI settings (e.g. LED brightness), selected input and designations, Bluetooth addresses of paired devices, WiFi settings and usage data (e.g. power-on cycles and operating times). This data is required for the operation of the product and is not transferred to Sennheiser or companies commissioned by Sennheiser and is not processed.
You can update the firmware of the product for free via an Internet connection. If the product is connected to the Internet, the following data is automatically transferred to and processed by Sennheiser servers in order to provide and transfer suitable firmware updates: MAC address, IP address. The data will only be used as specified and will not be stored permanently. If you do not want this data to be transferred and processed, do not connect to the Internet.
Notes on the packaging
We recommend using the original packaging to ensure safe storage and transport of the Soundbar. Damage during transport is often caused by the use of unsuitable packaging. The original packaging of the Soundbar provides optimal protection and minimizes the risk of damage during transport.
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Package contents
Package contents
SB01 AMBEO Soundbar
Power cable, country-specific
High Speed HDMI® Cable, length approx. 1 m
SB01-RC remote control (incl. 1x CR2032 battery)
SB01-MS microphone for room calibration
with microphone holder, cable length approx. 5 m
Quick guide
Safety guide
Online you can find:
•this detailed instruction manual and additional information (www.sennheiser.com/download)
•the Sennheiser Smart Control app for configuring the AMBEO Soundbar and for additional functions (www.sennheiser.com/smartcontrol)
Optional accessories
SB01-WM wall mount for the AMBEO Soundbar, bracket for wall mounting (article no.: 508612)
You can find a list of accessories on the AMBEO Soundbar product page at www.sennheiser.com or contact your local Sennheiser partner: www.sennheiser.com > “Service & Support”.
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Product overview
Product overview
SB01 AMBEO Soundbar
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Control panel
MUTE button
Volume - button (volume down)
Volume +button (volume up)
AMBEO button
for activating the AMBEO Soundbar
(pressing for 4 seconds activates the room calibration)
Multi-function button •
for controlling the media playback
Bluetooth pairing
(by simultaneously pressing the multi-function button and the input source button for 2 seconds)
SOURCE button (input source selection)
NFC antenna
On/off button
Vibration absorbing feet
Input for room calibration microphone
OLED display with matt, scratch-resistant surface
Status LED
AMBEO display
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Product overview
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Cooling vents
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POWER |
USB |
ETHERNET |
HDMI TV (eARC) OUT |
HDMI 1 IN |
HDMI 2 IN |
HDMI 3 IN |
OPT IN SW PRE OUT |
AUX IN |
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Connections
IEC mains socket
POWER 100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz, 250 W
USB input (for updates only) type B, USB 5 V , 1 A
Ethernet input RJ45, ETHERNET
HDMI output
HDMI TV (eARC) OUT 5 V , 1 A
HDMI input HDMI 1 IN
HDMI input HDMI 2 IN
HDMI input HDMI 3 IN
S/PDIF input, optical, OPT IN
Output for connecting a subwoofer with power amplifier RCA socket SW PRE OUT
RCA input sockets for an analog audio source AUX IN
Mounting thread (under the rubber foot) for the SB01-WM wall mount (optional accessory)
Type plate
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Product overview
Cable tie for bundling and strain-relieving the connected cables
RESET button
SETUP button
for WiFi setup (WiFi Protected Setup; WPS)
SB01-RC remote control
Infrared transmitting diode
On/off button
AMBEO button
for activating the AMBEO Soundbar
(pressing for 4 seconds activates the room calibration)
Multi-function button
Volume buttons
Sound profile button
Night mode button
Battery compartment (for 1x CR2032 battery)
Input source button
Mute button
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Product overview
SB01-MS microphone for room calibration
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Microphone head
Omni-directional pick-up pattern
Microphone holder
Cable with 2.5 mm jack plug
Overview of the displays
Status LED
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lights up 1x |
Status change e.g. volume adjustment, |
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white |
sound profile selection |
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pulses |
Booting, connecting via Chromecast |
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red |
Connected via Bluetooth |
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yellow |
Connecting via Bluetooth |
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pulses |
Update is being loaded and installed |
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yellow |
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flashes |
WiFi lost (check router settings, restart |
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router if necessary) |
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red |
Reset is terminated |
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WPS found |
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yellow |
Reset in progress |
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WPS search |
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red |
lights up |
Soundbar in standby mode |
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AMBEO display
AMBEO display |
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lights up white |
AMBEO mode is on |
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off |
AMBEO mode is off |
pulses white |
Room calibration in progress |
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The brightness of the AMBEO display and the OLED display can be adjusted via the Smart Control app.
Error messages on the display
Message on the |
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The Soundbar mutes |
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OVER HEAT |
Overheating of the |
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AMBEO mode) cannot |
Virtualizer” in the |
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Smart Control app |
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Getting started
Getting started
1. Setting up the Soundbar
The correct placement and setup of the AMBEO Soundbar is important for an optimum sound experience. You can place the AMBEO Soundbar on a piece of furniture (> 15) or mount it directly to a wall using the wall mount (optional accessory) (> 18).
2. Connecting a TV and/or audio devices
Connect your TV to the Soundbar. You can also connect other audio/ video devices (> 19) or play wireless audio via Bluetooth or WiFi
(> 36).
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3. Connecting the AMBEO Soundbar to the power supply system
Connect the AMBEO Soundbar to the power supply system - the AMBEO Soundbar comes to life and guides you through the initial switch-on process (> 27).
4. Starting the room calibration
For an optimum spatial sound experience, the AMBEO Soundbar must perform a room calibration. Connect the microphone for the room calibration and start the calibration. The calibration takes only a few minutes and leads to the best possible 3D spatial sound (> 28).
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5. Installing the Google Home app on your smartphone
With the Google Home app, you can make the AMBEO Soundbar's WiFi settings. With Internet connectivity/WiFi, you can get up-to- date firmware updates for the AMBEO soundbar and use Chromcast buit-in functionality. Follow the setup process in the Google Home app for the AMBEO Soundbar.
6. Installing the Smart Control app on your smartphone
The Sennheiser Smart Control app allows you to use all functions and settings of the AMBEO Soundbar and to e.g. adjust the sound to your liking using the equalizer (> 38).
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Installing the AMBEO Soundbar
Installing the AMBEO Soundbar
Placing the Soundbar on the device feet
CAUTION
Material damage due to overheating
Inadequate ventilation may cause the Soundbar to overheat.
Do not place any objects on the Soundbar, keep the minimum clearances and ensure circulating ventilation.
CAUTION
Risk of staining of furniture surfaces!
Varnish or furniture polish may degrade the feet of the product, which could stain your furniture.
Do not place the product on delicate surfaces; if necessary, use a non-slip pad under the product.
With the help of a second person, take the Soundbar out of the packaging.
Remove the protective foil.
Remove the protective foil from the OLED display.
With the help of a second person, place the Soundbar on a sturdy, level, horizontal piece of furniture that can safely carry the weight of the Soundbar (approx. 18.5 kg).
Observe the following:
–The distance X of the Soundbar to the side walls should ideally be the same so that the Soundbar is centered in the room. The optimum distance between the Soundbar and the walls is between 1 and 5 meters.
–There must be no objects that block the sound or have a strong sound-absorbing effect (e.g. furniture such as shelves or armchairs, room dividers, curtains, flower pots) between the Soundbar and the side walls and the ceiling of the room.
–The distance X of the Soundbar to the ceiling should be between 1 to 5 meters, but should not exceed 5 meters. The ceiling should be flat and horizontal (no pitched roof or domed roof).
–The Soundbar should be positioned below the TV.
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Installing the AMBEO Soundbar
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•The distance of the Soundbar to the TV should be at least 10 cm.
•The seat (optimal point “sweet spot”) should be positioned centrally in front of the Soundbar and have a distance of at least 2 meters to the Soundbar.
18.5 kg |
>10 cm |
≥2 m |
Ensure circulating ventilation. The product generates heat which is dissipated through the housing. Do not touch when in use or directly after use!
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Optimum positioning
Schematic structure of the sound waves from the Soundbar, which are reflected by walls and objects and thus reach the optimal point (“sweet spot”). Thus, a virtual surround sound can be created with a Soundbar.
30°
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≥2 m
20°
Object Meaning
Reflecting surface
TV
Soundbar
Furniture/curtain
Optimal point “sweet spot”
Sound waves of the loudspeakers
Sound waves from the top-firing loudspeakers to the ceiling
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