Philips Soundbar 6000 Series TAB6309/37

What's in the Box

Your Philips Soundbar package typically includes:

• Soundbar unit
• Wireless subwoofer
• Remote control (requires 2 AAA batteries)
• DC adapter (for soundbar)
• Power cord (for subwoofer)
• Wall mount kit (includes brackets, screws, and gum covers)
• Quick start guide and Warranty card/Safety sheet

Note: Included items and their appearance may vary by region.

Step 1: Positioning and Wall Mounting

Positioning

Place the soundbar in front of your TV or mount it on the wall. For optimal sound, position it centrally in front of the listening area.

Wall Mounting (Optional)

If wall mounting, follow these guidelines:

Diagram shows a soundbar positioned below a TV. Dimensions indicate a recommended distance of 50mm (2.0 inches) from the bottom of the TV to the top of the soundbar. For wall mounting, two parallel holes need to be drilled in the wall, spaced 664mm (26 inches) apart. The holes should be between 3-8mm in diameter, depending on the wall type. The wall mount kit includes brackets, screws, and gum covers for installation.

Ensure the soundbar is securely mounted to prevent accidents.

Step 2: Connecting the Soundbar

Connect the necessary cables to the rear of the soundbar:

• DC IN: Connect the DC adapter here.
• OPTICAL IN: Connect an optical cable from your TV or other audio source.
• USB: For firmware updates or service.
• HDMI OUT (eARC): Connect this to the HDMI ARC/eARC port on your TV using an HDMI cable.
• AUDIO IN: Connect an analog audio cable (e.g., 3.5mm or RCA) from your TV or other devices.

Diagram illustrates the rear panel of the soundbar with ports labeled DC IN, OPTICAL IN, USB, HDMI OUT (eARC), and AUDIO IN. It also shows the wireless subwoofer.

Step 3: Connecting to Your TV

You can connect your TV to the soundbar in several ways to hear audio:

HDMI eARC Connection

Connect the soundbar's HDMI OUT (eARC) port to your TV's HDMI ARC/eARC port using an HDMI cable. This is the recommended connection for high-quality audio and control.

Diagram shows a TV connected to the soundbar via an HDMI cable plugged into the HDMI eARC ports on both devices.

Optical Connection

Connect the soundbar's OPTICAL IN port to your TV's Optical Out port using an optical cable.

Diagram shows a TV connected to the soundbar via an optical cable plugged into the OPTICAL ports on both devices.

Step 4: AUX Connections

You can also connect audio sources using the AUX inputs:

• 3.5mm AUDIO IN: Connect a device with a headphone jack using a 3.5mm audio cable.
• AUDIO L/R: Connect a device with RCA audio outputs using an RCA to 3.5mm cable or RCA cables.

Diagrams show connections from a device (like a headphone or another audio source) to the soundbar's 3.5mm AUDIO IN and L/R AUDIO IN ports.

Step 5: Powering On

Connect the power adapter to the soundbar and plug it into a power outlet. The soundbar will enter standby mode.

To turn on the soundbar, press the Power button ⏻ on the remote control or on the soundbar itself.

Diagram shows the power adapter being plugged into the soundbar and a power outlet. It also shows the remote control with the power button highlighted.

Step 6: Selecting the Audio Source

Use the remote control to select the desired audio input:

• Press the INPUT/SOURCE button repeatedly or use the dedicated buttons (HDMI ARC, BT, OPT, USB, AUX) on the remote to cycle through the available sources.
• The selected source will be indicated on the soundbar's display.

Diagram shows the remote control with the INPUT/SOURCE button and specific source buttons. It also shows the soundbar's input indicators.

Step 7: Playing Other Devices

Connect external devices such as MP3 players, smartphones, or computers to the soundbar via USB or AUX inputs to play audio.

Diagrams illustrate connecting a device via USB and via a 3.5mm AUX cable to the soundbar.

Step 8: Bluetooth Connectivity

Pair your Bluetooth-enabled device (smartphone, tablet, etc.) with the soundbar:

1. Press the Bluetooth ? button on the remote control to enter pairing mode. The indicator light will flash.
2. On your device, search for Bluetooth devices and select "Philips TAB6309" or "LEA-Philips TAB6309".
3. Once paired, the indicator light will turn solid, and you can play audio wirelessly.

Diagram shows the Bluetooth ? button on the remote, a mobile device searching for and connecting to "Philips TAB6309" via Bluetooth.

Step 9: Volume and Sound Settings

Volume Control

Use the Vol+ and Vol- buttons on the remote control to adjust the volume level. The soundbar's display will show the current volume level.

Diagram shows the remote control with Vol+ and Vol- buttons. It also shows a visual representation of volume levels indicated by a series of dots, from <13% to <100%.

Equalizer (EQ) Settings

Press the EQ button on the remote to cycle through different sound modes:

• Movie
• Music
• Voice
• Stadium

Select the mode that best suits your content for an enhanced listening experience.

Diagram shows the EQ button on the remote and the selection of EQ modes (Movie, Music, Voice, Stadium) with corresponding indicator lights.

Additional Information and Support

For more detailed information on using your Philips Soundbar, troubleshooting, and software updates, please visit the official Philips support website:

www.philips.com/support

You can also find the full User Manual and other product documents on the support website.

Trademarks and Compatibility

This product features technologies and trademarks from various companies:

• HDMI: High-Definition Multimedia Interface.
• Dolby Atmos: A registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
• Bluetooth®: A registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• DTS: Includes DTS, Digital Surround, Virtual:X technologies.
• Roku TV Ready™: Indicates compatibility with Roku TVs. For setup, connect via HDMI ARC and follow on-screen instructions. Check the website or contact rokutvready@roku.com for the latest list of compatible countries.

All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.