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8000 Series
TAB8205
User manual
Register your product and get support at
www.philips.com/support
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Contents
1 Important 3
Safety 3
Care for your product 4
Care of the environment 4
Compliance 4
Help and support 5
Caution FCC and IC statement for
Users (USA and Canada only) 5
2 Your Soundbar 6
What’s in the Box 6
Main unit 6
Connectors 7
Remote control 7
Prepare the Remote Control 8
Placement 9
Wall mount 9
3 Connect 11
Connect to HDMI Socket 11
Connect to Optical Socket 11
Connect to AUX Socket 12
Connect to Power 12
Connect to Wi-Fi (Wireless
Operation) 12
4 Use your Soundbar 15
Turn ON and OFF 15
Auto Standby 15
Select Modes 15
Adjust the Volume 15
Virtual Surround mode 15
Factory Reset 15
Setup Menu 16
Bluetooth Operation 17
AUX / OPTICAL / HDMI Operation 17
USB Operation 18
Listen to spotify 18
Upgrade Firmware 18
5 Product specications 20
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Troubleshooting 21
Trademarks 23
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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.
• 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 identication 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 dierent.
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 conned
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.
Risk of swallowing batteries!
• The product/remote control may
contain a coin/button type 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.
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• 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 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.
This is CLASS II apparatus with double
insulation, and no protective earth provided.
AC voltage
Use only the power supplies listed in the
user manual.
Care for your product
Use only microber 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.
Removing the disposable batteries
To remove the disposable batteries, see
battery installation section.
For 5G WiFi Device
The device for operation in the band 51505350 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce
the potential for harmful interference to cochannel mobile satellite systems.
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.
This symbol on a product means that the
product is covered by European Directive
2012/19/EU.
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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 answer 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.
Caution FCC and IC statement for Users (USA and Canada only)
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 dierent from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio / TV technician for help.
IC-Canada: CAN IECES-3(B)/NMB3(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.
FCC&IC Warning:
• This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
• Changes or modications to this unit
not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
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2 Your
Main unit
Soundbar
Congratulations on your purchase, and
welcome to Philips! To fully benet from
the support that Philips oers, register your
Soundbar at www.philips.com/support.
What’s in the Box
Check and identify the items in the package:
• Soundbar x 1
• Regional power cord x 2
• Remote Control x 1
• Screws x 6
• Gum Cover x 2
• Wall bracket x 2
• Quick Start Guide / Warranty Card /
Safety Sheet/Wall Mount Template x 1
Soundbar
This section includes an overview of the
main unit.
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a - (Volume) button
Decrease the volume.
b + (Volume) button
Increase the volume.
c (Play/Pause) button
Start, pause or resume play.
d (Source)/Bluetooth pairing button
• Select an input source for the
Soundbar.
• Press and hold to activate the
pairing function in Bluetooth mode
or disconnect the existing paired
Bluetooth device.
e (Standby-On) button
Regional power cord (Power cord
quantity and plug type vary by regions.)
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Remote control
Screws /
Gum Cover
Warranty Card
Safety Sheet
Wall Mount Template
Wall bracket Quick start guide
• Images, illustrations and drawings
shown on this User Manual are for
reference only, actual product may vary
in appearance.
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Power
State
On • Follow source state
Semi
Standby
Eco
Standby
Action Function
Press the
button
once
Press and
hold
button 5
seconds
• Wi-Fi is still on.
• It still supports Play-Fi
and Airplay2.
• Wi-Fi is o.
• The product enters
the lower power
consumption mode.
• Restarting the system
will take a relatively
longer time.
f Remote Control Sensor
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g Display panel
h Power LED
i 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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a USB
• Audio input from a USB storage
device.
• Upgrade software of this product.
b AUX
Audio input from, for example, an MP3
player (3.5mm jack).
c OPTICAL
Connect to an optical audio output on
the TV or a digital device.
d HDMI OUT (ARC)
Connect to the HDMI input on the TV.
e (Wi-Fi Setup) button
Trigger Wi-Fi setup for Play-Fi.
Press and hold to active the Wps or AP
mode and recongure the network.
f AC socket
~
Connect to the power supply.
g Wall bracket slot
Remote control
This section includes an overview of the
remote control.
a (Standby-On)
Power
State
On • Follow source state
Semi
Standby
Eco
Standby
b (Source)
• Select an input source for the
• Press and hold to activate the
c (Surround)
Turn the Virtual Surround On/OFF.
d (Mute)
Mute or restore volume.
e (Play/Pause)
Start, pause or resume play in USB/BT/
PLAY-Fi mode.
f , , , (Cursors)
• / (Previous/Next)
• /
g (MENU)
Enter setup menu.
h (Back)
Return to previous menu. Exit menu.
Action Function
Press the
button
once
Press and
hold
button 5
seconds
• Wi-Fi is still on.
• It still supports Play-Fi
and Airplay2.
• Wi-Fi is o.
• The product enters
the lower power
consumption mode.
• Restarting the system
will take a relatively
longer time.
Soundbar.
pairing function in Bluetooth mode
or disconnect the existing paired
Bluetooth device.
Skip to the previous or next track in
USB/BT/PLAY-Fi mode.
Navigate Down/Up in menu
structure.
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i +/- (Soundbar’s Volume)
Increase / decrease the soundbar’s
volume.
j +/- (Subwoofer’s Volume)
Increase / decrease the built-in
subwoofer’s volume.
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the unit, it may operate incorrectly.
Conversely, the other products may
operate incorrectly.
First-time use:
The unit has a preinstalled lithium CR2025
battery. Remove
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the protective tab to
activate the remote
control battery.
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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 eective 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
Replace the Remote Control
Battery
The remote control requires a CR2025, 3V
Lithium battery.
1 Use tools (such as coin batteries/coins)
to catch the groove of the battery box
cover and turn counter-clockwise to
(unlock).
2 Remove the old battery, which is
located in the lid, place the new CR2025
battery and pay attention to the correct
polarity (+/-).
3 Use the tools to catch the groove of the
battery compartment cover and turn
clockwise to (lock), secure it into the
remote control.
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Precautions Concerning Batteries
• When the Remote Control is not to
be used for a long time (more than a
month), remove the battery from the
Remote Control to prevent it from
leaking.
• If the batteries leak, wipe away the
leakage inside the battery compartment
and replace the batteries with new ones.
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• Do not use any batteries other than
those specied.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries.
• Never throw then in re or water.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other
metallic objects. Doing so could cause
batteries to short circuit, leak or explode.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is
conrmed to be a rechargeable type.
Placement
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 aects 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"
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>25mm/0.98"
Suggested wall mounting height
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.
1 Drill 2 parallel holes (Ø 3-8mm each
according to wall type) on the wall. The
distance between the holes should be
797 mm / 31.38".
» Secure the dowels and screws in the
holes.
2 Remove the screws (x4) from the main
unit.
» Attach the wall brackets (x2) to the
main unit with the screws removed
from the main unit.
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3 Hang the Soundbar on the fastening
screws.
3.5-4mm/0.14"-0.16"
>25mm/0.98"
~50mm/2.0"
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797 mm / 31.38"
3
2
4mm/
0.16"
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3 Connect
This section helps you connect your
Soundbar to a TV and other devices, and
then set it up.
For information about the basic connections
of your Soundbar and accessories, see the
quick start guide.
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 dierently. For
details, see the TV user manual.
2 Using a High Speed HDMI cable,
connect the HDMI OUT (ARC)-TO TV
connector on your Soundbar to the
HDMI ARC connector on the TV.
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Note
• For identication 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.
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.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
Your Soundbar supports HDMI with Audio
Return Channel (ARC). If your TV is HDMI
ARC compliant, you can hear the TV audio
through your Soundbar by using a single
HDMI cable.
HDMI OUT (ARC)
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 dier depending on the TV. For details
about ARC function, please refer to your TV
owner’s manual.
• Only HDMI 1.4 compatible cables can support
the ARC function.
Connect to Optical Socket
OPTICAL
OPTICAL OUT
Using an optical cable, connect the OPTICAL
connector on your Soundbar to the OPTICAL
OUT connector on the TV or other device.
• The digital optical connector might be
labeled SPDIF or SPDIF OUT.
HDMI ARC
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Connect to AUX Socket
• Use a 3.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable
(included) to connect the TV’s
headphone socket to the AUX socket on
the unit.
AUX
Headphone
(3.5mm)
AUDIO OUT
• Use a RCA to 3.5mm audio cable (not
included) to connect the TV’s audio
output sockets to the AUX socket on the
unit.
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-Fi to control the
soundbar to listen to audio les.
1 Connect your phone or tablet to the
same Wi-Fi network that you want to
connect your soundbar.
2 Download and install the Philips Sound
app powered by DTS Play-Fi on a
phone or tablet.
AUX
L
R
AUDIO OUT
Connect to Power
• Before connecting the AC power cord,
ensure you have completed all other
connections.
• Risk of product damage! Ensure that
the power supply voltage corresponds
to the voltage printed on the back or the
underside of the unit.
• Connect the mains cable to the AC~
Socket of the unit and then into a mains
socket.
* Power cord quantity and plug type vary
by regions.
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• Make sure your router is turned on and
working properly.
3 Press and hold (Wi-Fi) button
located at the back cabinet for 8 sec to
trigger the Wi-Fi connection.
» Until the speaker make a second
tone and then release the button.
4 Wait until the Wi-Fi light indicator on
front cabinet goes from a fast blink to a
slow pulse. When it begins slow pulsing
indicating that the speaker is entering
the Wi-Fi setup mode.
5 Launch the Philips Sound App powered
by DTS Play-Fi. Follow the instructions
in the App to connect this product to
your Wi-Fi network.
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Note
For iOS version only
Wi-Fi network used by iPhone should be
switched temporarily to Play-Fi device AP
and restart Philips Sound APP to complete
the product’s Wi-Fi setup. See the steps
below:
• Go to Settings.
• Select the Play-Fi
device in the Wi-Fi
set up.
• Select Wi-Fi setting.
• Return to Philips
Sound App to
continue the set up.
6 After successful Wi-Fi connection,
the Wi-Fi light indicatar on the front
cabinet 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.
» When using the APP to play music,
the display panel will show PLAY-FI.
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 ret
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.
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)]
2 Launch the Philips Sound App powered
by DTS Play-Fi. Follow the instructions
in the App to connect this product to
your Wi-Fi network.
» After successful Wi-Fi connection,
the Wi-Fi light indicatar on the front
cabinet 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.
» When using the APP to play music,
the display panel will show PLAY-FI.
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.
4 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.
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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 soundbar for
8 seconds until the second tone can be heard
and the Wi-Fi light is changed to 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) Wi-Fi
button on the soundbar for 8 seconds to reset
the Wi-Fi connection.
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 4
seconds. You will hear a tone and the
Wi-Fi light will begin in double blink.
2 Press the WPS button
on your router. The
button is normally
marked with this WPS
logo.
WPS
3 Follow the instruction in Philips Sound
App powered by DTS Play-Fi to start the
pairing.
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.
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4 Use your
Select Modes
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 white.
Power
State
On • Follow source state
Semi
Standby
Eco
Standby
Auto Standby
Action Function
Press the
button
once
Press and
hold
button 5
seconds
• Wi-Fi is still on.
• It still supports Play-Fi
and Airplay 2.
• Wi-Fi is o.
• The product enters
the lower power
consumption mode.
• Restarting the system
will take a relatively
longer time.
Press the button repeatedly on the unit
or on the remote control to select the HDMI
ARC, OPTICAL, AUX, USB, BT mode.
» The selected mode will show on the
display.
» Play-Fi is not an optional source. Play-Fi
needs to be directly controlled by APP.
Adjust the Volume
Adjust the Soundbar’s Volume
Press +/- (Volume) to increase or
decrease a volume level.
• To mute sound, press Mute.
• To restore the sound, press Mute again or
press Vol+/Vol- (Volume).
Adjust the Subwoofer’s Volume
Press +/- (subwoofer) to increase or
decrease the built-in subwoofer’s volume
level.
Virtual Surround mode
Experience an immersive audio experience
with Virtual Surround modes.
Press button on the remote control to
turn Virtual Surround mode on or o.
• SUR ON: turn on virtual surround.
• SUR OFF: turn o virtual surround.
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The unit automatically turns to Standby
mode after about 15 minutes if the TV or the
external unit is disconnected, switched o.
• 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.
Factory Reset
Reset device to default setting
• The set is ON, press and hold VOL and VOL + on the unit until the display
shows "RESET" to reset the whole
system set ting include Wi module
setup setting.
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Setup Menu
The unit allows you to congure 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.
Display
Description
Select Equalizer (EQ)
Eect
Adjust the Bass Level
Adjust the Treble Level
Set the Audio Delay
Set display brightness
Auto turn o display
Activate Bluetooth
pairing
• MOVIE: Create a surround listening
experience. Ideal for watching movies.
• MUSIC: Create two-channel or
multichannel stereo sound. Ideal for
listening to music.
• VOICE: Create sound eect which
makes human voice more clear and
outstanding for listening.
• SPORT: Create an atmosphere as if
watching a sports game in a stadium.
• CUSTOM: Customize the sound based
on your preferences. Need to be set via
the Fine Tune App.
» By default, the EQ is set to MOVIE.
BASS/TREBLE
Adjust the Bass/Treble Level.
» BAS -5 ~ BAS +5
» TRE -5 ~ TRE +5
» By default, the Bass/Treble is set to
0.
3 Change the initial values for each of
the settings with the cursors / (Left/
Right).
4 Press (Enter) to conrm your
selection.
• To return to the previous screen / exit
the settings, press (Back).
• If no button is pressed within 5 seconds,
the system will automatically exit the
menu.
EQ
Select predened sound modes to suit your
video and music: MOVIE, MUSIC, VOICE,
SPORT, CUSTOM.
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AV 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.
• Set the audio delay, provided only for
the current playback mode. (As provided
in the HDMI ARC audio delay mode, the
delay mode is valid only for the HDMI
ARC).
» AV00 ~ AV200
» By default, the audio delay is set to
00.
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DIM
» DIM 03, DIM 02, DIM 01.
» By default, the dimmer is set to DIM
03.
DISPLAY
Set to turn o the display automatically
(except the Wi-Fi LED indicator) after 3
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.
BT PAIRING
Trigger the Bluetooth pairing in BT mode.
Bluetooth Operation
3 On the Bluetooth device, switch on
Bluetooth, search for and select "Play-Fi
Device (xxxxxx)" to start connection (see
the user manual of the Bluetooth device
on how to enable Bluetooth).
» When the Bluetooth connection
succeeds, 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 prole, on the remote control
you can press / to skip to a track,
or press to pause/resume play.
5 To exit Bluetooth, select other source.
• When you switch back to Bluetooth
mode, soundbar will attempt to
reconnect to the last connected
device.
English
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 le stored on the device through your
Soundbar speakers.
What you need
• A Bluetooth device which supports.
Bluetooth prole A2DP, AVRCP and with
Bluetooth version as 4.2 + EDR.
• The maximum operational range
between the Soundbar and a Bluetooth
device is approximately 4 meters (13
feet).
1 Press the button repeatedly on the
unit or on the remote control to switch
the Soundbar to Bluetooth mode.
» NO BT is displayed on the display
panel.
2 Press and hold the button on the unit
or on the remote control for 5 secs to
activate Bluetooth pairing.
» BT PAIRING is displayed on the
display panel.
Note
• 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.
• If you want to connect your Soundbar with
another Bluetooth device, press and hold
on the remote control to disconnect the
currently connected Bluetooth device.
AUX / OPTICAL / HDMI Operation
Ensure that the unit is connected to the TV or
audio device.
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1 Press the button repeatedly on the
unit or on the remote control to select
the AUX, OPTICAL, HDMI ARC mode.
2 Press the button repeatedly on the
unit or on the remote control to select
the USB mode.
2 Operate your audio device directly for
playback features.
3 Press the VOL +/- buttons to adjust the
volume to your desired level.
Tip
• While in OPTICAL/HDMI ARC mode, if there’s
no sound output from the unit and the status
Indicator ashes, you may need to activate
PCM or Dolby Digital Signal output on your
source device (e.g. TV, DVD or Blu-ray player).
• 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 ARC
optical input.
• When the DOLBY DIGITAL audio format is
entered, the Soundbar display shows DOLBY
AUDIO.
USB Operation
Enjoy audio on a USB storage device, such as
a MP3 Player and USB ash memory.
1 Insert the USB device.
3 During playback:
Button Action
/
• The unit can support USB devices with up to
32 GB of memory.
• This unit can play MP3.
• Support a USB port: 5 V 500 mA.
Listen to spotify
Use your phone, tablet or computer as a
remote control for Spotify.
Go to spotify, com/connect to learn how.
Upgrade Firmware
To get the best features and support, update
your product with the latest rmware version.
Option 1:
Update rmware via Philips Sound App
(Setting > PS Fine Tune)
Start, pause or resume play.
Skip to the previous or next track.
Tips
The rmware for MCU and DSP can be
upgraded to the latest version via Philips
Sound App powered DTS Play-Fi. Please
go to settings menu and select PS Fine
Tune option to check it out. If the upgrade is
released, the upgraded icon can be pressed
to proceed automatically. Once this product
is connected to Wi-Fi, it can receive overthe-air rmware update. Always upgrade with
the latest rmware version to improve the
performance of this product.
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Option 2:
Update rmware via USB
1 Check if there is the latest rmware
version on www.philips.com/support.
Search for your model and click on
"Software and drivers".
2 Download the rmware into a USB ash
drive.
3 Follow the instruction for the rmware
upgrade.
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5 Product
specifications
Remote control
• Distance/Angle: 6m/30°
• Battery Type: CR2025
Note
• Specications and design are subject to
change without notice.
Bluetooth / Wireless
• Bluetooth Proles: A2DP, AVRCP
• Bluetooth Version: 4.2 + EDR
• Frequency Band/Output Power:
2402-2480 MHz/≤ 5 dBm
Network supported
• WiFi IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wireless
Frequency Band (Wi-Fi) / Radio
Frequency Power Transmitted
2.4G Wi-Fi: 2412MHz~2484 MHz /
≤17dBm
5G Wi-Fi: 5150MHz~5825 MHz / ≤16dBm
Main unit
• Power Supply: 100-240V~, 50/60Hz
• Output Power : 120W
• Power consumption: AC 100240V~50/60HZ, 84W
• Standby power consumption: <0.5W
• USB: 5V 500mA
• Frequency Response: 80Hz - 20KHz
• Audio Input Sensitivity (AUX): 500mV
• Speakers impedance: 8Ωx 6
• Dimension (W x H x D):
857x 67x 115mm
• Weight: 3.43kg
• Operating Temperature: 0°C - 45°C
• Built-in speakers: 2 x (60 x 130mm)
8ohm + 4 x 2inch, 8ohm
Supported Audio formats
• HDMI ARC
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital plus, LPCM
2ch
• OPTICAL
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital plus, LPCM
2ch
• BLUETOOTH
SBC
• USB
MP3, WAV, FLAC
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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
• 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 HDMl 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’).
• Increase the volume. Press Volume
Up on the remote control or on the
Soundbar.
• When using either of the Digital input, if
there is no audio:
- Try setting the TV output to PCM or
- Connect directly to your Blu-ray/
other source, some TVs do not pass
through digital audio.
• Your TV may be set to variable audio
output. Conrm 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.
• 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 AV SYNC from Menu to
synchronize the audio with the video.
Bluetooth
A device cannot connect with the soundbar.
• The device does not support the
compatible proles 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.
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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.
• 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.
Play-Fi
Cannot discover the Play-Fi supported
devices from the app.
• Make sure the device is connected to
the Wi-Fi.
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.
Cannot play Play-Fi 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-Fi. Restart the
app.
• When the speaker was set as Stereo
Pairs or SurroundSound, the speaker
need to be disconnected in the App
before use separately.
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Trademarks
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured unde license from DTS, Ins.
(for companies headquartered in the U.S./
Japan/Taiwan) or under license from DTS
Licensing Limited (for all other companies).
DTS, Play-Fi, and the DTS Play-Fi logo are
registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS,
Inc. in the United States and other countries.
©2020 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Denition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D
symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Corporation. Manufactured
under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Condential unpublished works. Copyright
© 2012-2020 Dolby Laboratories. All rights
reserved.
English
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a registered
trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Google, Google Play and Chromecast builtin are trademark of Google LLC. Google
Assistant is not available in certain languages
and countries.
To control this AirPlay 2 -endabled speaker,
iOS 11.4 or later is required. Use of the Works
with Apple badge means that an accessory
has been designed to work specically with
the technology identied in the badge and
has been certied 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 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.
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Specications 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 aliates, and MMD Hong Kong
Holding Limited is the warrantor in relation to this product.
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