LINK BAR OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Verify Line Voltage Before Use The JBL LINK BAR (soundbar) has been designed for use with 100-240 volt, 50/60 Hz AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which your product is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
English TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 INTRODUCTION WHAT’S IN THE BOX 2 4 4 3 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 4 3.1 TOP PANEL & FRONT PANEL 4 3.2 BACK PANEL 5 3.3 REMOTE CONTROL 5 8 USING YOUR LINK BAR 9 8.1 ANDROID TV 9 8.2 THE GOOGLE ASSISTANT 9 8.3 GOOGLE PLAY STORE 9 8.4 PLAY VIDEO OR MUSIC WITH CHROMECAST 9 8.5 PLAY MUSIC WITH BLUETOOTH 10 8.6 SOUND SETTINGS 10 8.
1 INTRODUCTION HDMI cable Thank you for purchasing the JBL LINK BAR. The JBL LINK BAR is a voice-activated soundbar with Android TV and Google Assistant built-in. We encourage you to take a few minutes to read this manual, which describes the product and includes step-by-step instructions to help you set up and get started. Read and understand all the safety instructions before using your product. This product may have an important software update available.
English 2. 3.3 Remote Control • Select the source input mode: HOME/ HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / Optical / Aux / Bluetooth. 1 13 2 12 3. Far field microphone 4. LED indicator 3 White (Slow breathing) Listening White (Fast breathing) Responding Amber (Constant) Microphone muted 5 5. PrivacySwitch™ • 11 4 Switch to mute or unmute the microphones. 6. - / + (Volume) • Press to decrease or increase the volume. • Press and hold to decrease or increase the volume continuously.
4. Screw the wall mount brackets on the pen mark. 11. OK • Press to confirm your selection. • Toggle Optical / Aux as an input source. 12. 5. Screw the threaded mounting post into the back of the LINK BAR. 13. Microphone 4 INSTALLATION 4.1 Place the LINK BAR on the table Place the LINK BAR on its rubber feet on a stable and level surface. 6. Hook the LINK BAR to the brackets attached to the wall. TV 1 ≤8 mm/ 0.31" 4mm/ 0.16" ≥35 mm/1.
English 5 CONNECTING YOUR LINK BAR NOTES: −− If you want to enjoy sound only from the LINK BAR, make sure to set your TV audio settings to support the external speaker and disable the built-in TV speakers. −− Before you make or change any connections, make sure that all devices are disconnected from the power outlet. Optical or Analog audio cables (sold separately) Connect the OPTICAL or AUX connector on the LINK BAR to the OPTICAL OUT or AUDIO OUT jack of the source device.
Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) oriented so that their polarity is correct. Slide the battery cover back into position. 6. Connect your remote control during initial device setup. During setup, the device will prompt you to connect your remote. Press and hold the HOME + BACK buttons on your remote for three seconds to put your remote into pairing mode.
English 7 TALKING TO GOOGLE ASSISTANT Your LINK BAR comes with the Google Assistant built-in. You can ask the LINK BAR to play your favorite video or music, get the answer, manage everyday tasks, and easily control smart devices around your home by using your voice. 8 USING YOUR LINK BAR 8.1 Android TV 7.1 Activate the hotword Always say the hotword “Hey Google” or “OK Google” first then your request. →→ LINK BAR will respond accordingly.
8.5 Play music with Bluetooth You have three ways to connect your phone to playback Bluetooth audio. 1. Tap the Bluetooth button on the LINK BAR device. 2. Tap the Bluetooth button on the LINK BAR remote control. 3. From the home screen, go to Settings > Connected Devices > Connect phone for Bluetooth audio. This will launch the Bluetooth audio player connection screen. From there, your LINK BAR will now be discoverable as a Bluetooth audio device. 8.
English 11 SPECIFICATIONS 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Audio/ video • Maximum Power: 100 W Never try to repair the product yourself. If you have any problems using this product, check the following points before you request service. • Frequency Response: 75 Hz - 20 KHz • HDMI Video Input: 3 (support 4K UHD, HDMI 2.0) • HDMI Video Output (With Audio Return Channel): 1 (Support 4K UHD, HDMI 2.0 • HDCP Version: 2.2 and 1.4 Bluetooth • Bluetooth Version: 4.
13 COMPLIANCE FCC/IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC/IC RSS 102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. Note: −− LINK BAR is intended to be used for streaming music. A consumer can stream Bluetooth audio to the speaker. A consumer can connect their speaker to the local Wi-Fi Network and stream music with Google Chromecast.
English HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated 8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA www.jbl.com © 2019 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. JBL is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice. www.jbl.
