Philips B97/37 user manual

Soundbar 7.1.2

Fidelio B97

TAPR802

User manual

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Contents

1 Important 2

Safety 2
Care for your product 3
Care of the environment 3
Compliance 3
Help and support 3

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Your product 4

What’s in the box 4
Main unit 4
Remote control 5
Detachable wireless surround

speakers 6
Wireless subwoofer 6
Connectors 7

3 Connect and set up 8

Placement 8
Connect to TV 9
Connect TV or digital devices

through HDMI 9
Connect audio from TV or

other devices 10
Connect to power 10
Pair up with the subwoofer 10
Pair up with detachable

wireless surround speakers 11
Charge the detachable

wireless surround speakers 11
Connect to Wi-Fi

(Wireless Operation) 12

Chromecast(audio) / AirPlay2

/ Alexa 3PDA 17

Listen to Spotify 17

5 Settings 18

Adjust speaker level 18
Set display brightness 18
Auto standby 18
Apply factory settings 18

6 Update software 19

Update software via Wi-Fi 19
Update via USB 19

7 Wall mount your product 20

Wall mount the main unit 20

8 Product specications 21

9 Troubleshooting 22

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Use your product 14

Insert batteries before using

the remote control 14
Adjust the volume 14
Choose your sound 14
Dolby Atmos
Play audio through Bluetooth 16
MP3 player 17
Play-Fi multi-room 17

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1 Important

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

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.

• Batteries (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.

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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.

• 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.).

• 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.

Risk of swallowing batteries!

• The product/remote control may contain
an AAA battery, which can be swallowed.
Keep the battery out of reach of children at
all times! If swallowed, the battery can cause
serious injury or death. Severe internal burns
can occur within two hours of ingestion.

• If you suspect that a battery has been
swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.

• When you change the batteries, always
keep all new and used batteries out of
reach of children. Ensure that the battery
compartment is completely secure after you
replace the battery.

• If the battery compartment cannot be
completely secured, discontinue use of the
product. Keep out of reach of children and
contact the manufacturer.

This is CLASS II apparatus with double
insulation, and no protective earth provided.

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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.

Use only the power supplies listed in the user
manual.

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

Compliance

This product complies with the radio
interference requirements of the European
Community.
Hereby, TP Vision Europe B.V. declares that
this product is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions
of Directive 2014/53/EU. You can nd the
Declaration of Conformity on www.p4c.philips.
com.

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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Your product

Main unit

Congratulations on your purchase, and

of product software upgrade), register your
product at www.philips.com/support .

This section includes an overview of the main
unit.

What’s in the box

Check and identify the items in the package:

• Soundbar x1

• Detachable wireless surround speaker x2

• Wireless subwoofer x1

• Remote control x1

• AAA battery x2

• Power cord* x2

• Power adapter x1

• Wall mount kit (wall bracket x4, screw x10,
dowel x6)

• Quick start guide

• Warranty card

• Safety sheet

• Mounting guide

*Power cord quantity and plug type vary by
regions.

⑥ Power and Wi-Fi LED indicator

LED
indicator
Color

White

Amber

Amber

Amber On Power on Connected All sources are ready.

Display
Panel

On Power on Connecting HDM1, HDMI2, E-ARC(ARC), OPTICAL

Power state Wi-Fi network Sources available to use

Eco standby Disconnected All sources are shut down.

Semi­standby

Connected Play-Fi, Chromecast(Audio), AirPlay2,

① +/- (Volume)

Increase or decrease volume.

② (Play/Pause)

Play, pause or resume in Bluetooth
playback.

③ (Source)

• Press to select an input source for this
product.

④ (Standby-On)

•
standby)

•
standby)

⑤ Display panel

Alexa 3PDA & Spotify Connect
(These sources are running in
background.)

& BT

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Remote control

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This section includes an overview of the
remote control.

a (Standby-On)

• Short press: Switch On / O (Semi­standby)

• Long press(5 sec): Switch O (Eco
standby)

b (Source)

Select an input source for this product.

• HDMI 1: Switch your source to the
HDMI IN 1 connection.

• HDMI 2: Switch your source to the
HDMI IN 2 connection.

• E-ARC: Switch your source to HDMI
E-ARC or ARC connection.

• OPTICAL: Switch your audio source to
the optical connection.

• AUDIO IN:
AUDIO IN connection (3.5mm jack).

• BT: Switch to Bluetooth mode.

Switch your audio source to

Note

Play-Fi multi-room, Chromecast(Audio),
AirPlay2, Alexa 3PDA & Spotify Connect are
running in background when Wi-Fi is connected.
They are selected and controlled by respective
casting device/APP.

c Navigation buttons

• Up: Increase volume or select the
previous item in the menu.

• Down: Decrease volume or select the
next item in the menu.

• Left: Skip to the previous track in
playback mode or select level down in
the menu mode.

• Right: Skip to the next track in
playback mode or select level up in
the menu mode.

• Center: Play, pause or resume in
playback mode. Conrm a selection.

d (Menu)

Enter the general settings menu.

SUB Subwoofer gain control
CTR Center speakers relative

volume level

SIDE L Left side ring speaker

relative volume level

SIDE R Right side ring speaker

relative volume level

DIM Display brightness level
DISP Display auto o
BT PAIR Start BT pairing (BT source

only)

UPGRADE Firmware upgrade via USB

e (Equalizer)

Select surround sound modes (Movie/

Music/Voice/Sport/Custom).

MOVIE Preset EQ for movie
MUSIC Preset EQ for music
VOICE Prest EQ for news or talk show
SPORT Preset EQ for sport programme
CUSTOM User custom EQ (controlled

in Philips Sound app)

f

Select a height eect level for Dolby

Atmos.

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g (Sound)

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Select sound settings (Surround/DRC/

IMAX/Dialogue/Bass/Treble/Sync).

SUR Surround sound options
DRC Dynamic Range control
IMAX IMAX mode options
DLG
CTRL

Adjust dialogue level (for
DTS-X only)

BASS Adjust bass level for preset

EQ

TREBLE Adjust treble level for preset EQ
SYNC Adjust audio and video sync

delay (HDMI only)

h

Exit settings.

i

Mute or restore volume.

Detachable wireless
surround speakers

• Lights up red when the wireless
speaker is being charged (only for the
wireless speakers docked into the
main unit).

b USB-C charging port

Connect to external USB-C power adapter

(not provided) for longer detachable use..

c Power button

• Press to turn on the wireless speaker if
it automatically goes to standby.

• Press and hold to switch the wireless
speaker to standby.

Wireless subwoofer

This product comes with a wireless subwoofer.

This product comes with two detachable
wireless surround on demand speakers (left
and right).

a Speaker LED

• Blinks white if the wireless speaker is not
wirelessly connected to the main unit.

• Lights up white when the wireless
speaker is wirelessly connected to
the main unit, or when the battery
capacity is full or more than 20%
remaining.

• Blinks red when the battery capacity is
less than 20% remaining.

• Blinks red for 5 seconds and then
lights o when the battery capacity is
less than 10% remaining.

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a CONNECT (Connect)

Press and hold for 5 seconds to enter the

pairing mode between the main unit and
the subwoofer.

b Subwoofer indicator

• When the power is turned on, the
indicator lights up.

• During wireless pairing between the
subwoofer and the main unit, the
indicator blinks white quickly.

• When the pairing succeeds, the
indicator lights up white.

• When the pairing fails, the indicator
blinks white slowly.

• When the wireless connection is
disconnected for 1 minute, the
indicator turns o.

c AC MAINS~

Connect to the power supply.

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Connectors

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This section includes an overview of the
connectors available on the main unit.

a DC IN

Connect to the power supply.

b AUDIO IN

Connect to an audio output (3.5mm

jack) on a device.

c OPTICAL IN

Connect to an optical audio output on

the TV or a digital device.

d USB (For service)

Connect to a USB ash drive to upgrade

software of this product.

e HDMI OUT (eARC/ARC)

Connect to the HDMI (eARC/ARC) input

on the TV.

f HDMI IN 1 / HDMI IN 2

Connect to the HDMI output on a digital

device.

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