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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01

Firmware Version AMBEO | OS 1.0.253

Sonova Consumer Hearing recommends to always install the latest firmware version to ensure the best

performance of your product.

We have implemented the following:

• Solved bug in which the calibration parameters incl. connected Subwoofer has not correctly been

loaded. For optimal acoustical properties, please once recalibrate your system if you have a

Subwoofer connected to your Soundbar.

• Improved behavior in which left surround tweeter has not correctly been amplified

• Corrected function for controls via Control4

• Updated Google Chromecast library

• Minor additional bugfixes

Frequently asked questions about AMBEO | OS firmware

update

What is required to have this firmware installed?

Your AMBEO Soundbar needs to be connected to a network to be controllable via Smart Control app.

Automatic firmware update (Soundbar connected to the Internet):

To update the firmware automatically (normally during early morning time), the Soundbar must be connected

to the Internet via WiFi or Ethernet.

▷ Download the Sennheiser Smart Control app to your smartphone and follow the instructions to connect your

Soundbar to the WiFi. The Soundbar automatically installs the latest firmware update during the setup

procedure.

If your AMBEO Soundbar is connected to the Sennheiser Smart Control app and an update is

available, you will be offered the update via the app. The current firmware release status is

displayed under Device Settings in the app.

To use the Smart Control app for updates:

To update the firmware using the Smart Control app, the Soundbar must be connected to the Internet via WiFi

or Ethernet.

Download the app from the App Store or Google Play and install it on your smartphone.

Sonova Consumer Hearing GmbH

Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany

Summary of content (7 pages)

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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 Firmware Version AMBEO | OS 1.0.253 Sonova Consumer Hearing recommends to always install the latest firmware version to ensure the best performance of your product. We have implemented the following: • • • • • Solved bug in which the calibration parameters incl. connected Subwoofer has not correctly been loaded. For optimal acoustical properties, please once recalibrate your system if you have a Subwoofer connected to your Soundbar.
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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 Alternatively, you can use your smartphone to scan the following QR code or to call up the following Internet site: www.sennheiser-hearing.com/smartcontrol. To display firmware updates: ▷ Start the Smart Control app on your smartphone. ▷ The app informs you about available firmware updates and guides you through the installation process, which you can start manually at any time. I open the Smart Control app, but the app doesn't find the AMBEO Soundbar.
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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 What if I don't have a network to connect the Soundbar to? • If you don't have a network to connect the Soundbar to, you need to manually install the new firmware to be able to use the new app, as the app now uses WiFi instead of Bluetooth to ensure greater reliability. • If your Soundbar is updated but not connected to a home network and if you want to use the App, you can connect your smartphone or computer to the Soundbar's WiFI hotspot.
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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 The Soundbar restarts several times during the update. The process can take up to 8 minutes. If you don't have a network to connect the Soundbar, you first need to update the Soundbar manually, as described above. Afterwards, you can connect to the Soundbar's WiFi hotspot to use the Smart Control App (by typing the product's IP address or http://ambeo into your browser).
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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 When I open Google Home, I can see the Soundbar, but it fails to connect Please go to the Bluetooth settings of your smartphone and click "Forget This Device" (refers to your Soundbars Bluetooth name). Retry searching for your Soundbar again. How can I access my Soundbar from other smart devices? You can control your Soundbar from any smart device in your home network by typing the product's IP address or http://ambeo into your browser. History Version 1.0.
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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 Version 1.0.150 • • • • • Bugfix for Apple TV playback issue, which sometimes resulted in missing center channels. Solved HDR10+ compatibility bug for certain TV models eARC/ARC CEC improvements for certain TV models Updated Google Chromecast firmware version 1.52 Minor additional bug fixes Version 1.0.
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Release Notes AMBEO Soundbar | Max SB01 Version 1.0.16 • • • • • • • • Solved lip-synchronization problems in HDMI ARC input for some TV models Solved bug with multi-channel PCM content via Apple TV 4K Improved (reduced) processing time for PCM audio signals for all inputs Google Chromecast built-in safety update (version 1.40) Google Chromecast built-in additional bug fixes HDMI eARC and HDMI CEC bug fixes Improved connection to the Smart Control app Minor additional bug fixes Version 1.0.