JBL BAR 300MK2 User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Line Voltage: The JBL BAR 300MK2 is designed for 100-240 volt AC, 50/60 Hz. Connecting to a voltage different from that for which the product is intended may pose a safety hazard and fire risk, as well as damage the unit. If you have doubts about the voltage requirements of the specific model or the line voltage in your area, contact your retailer or customer service before connecting the unit to a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension Cords: To avoid safety risks, use only the power cord supplied with the unit. We recommend not using extension cords with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under carpets or carpeting, and do not place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords must be immediately replaced by an authorized service center with cords that meet factory specifications.

Handle AC Power Cord Carefully: When disconnecting the AC power cord from the AC outlet, always grip the plug, never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use this speaker for a period of time, unplug the plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the Cabinet: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Opening the speaker can create risks of electric shock, and any modification to the product will void the warranty. If liquid accidentally falls inside the appliance, immediately unplug it from the AC power source and consult an authorized service center.

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the JBL BAR 300MK2, which is designed to add an extraordinary 3D sound experience to your home entertainment system. We invite you to spend a few minutes reading this manual, which describes the product and includes step-by-step instructions to help you set it up and start using it.

For optimal performance and assistance, it may be necessary in the future to update the product's software via the Internet. Refer to the software update section in this manual to ensure the product has the latest software.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. If you have any doubts about the soundbar, its installation, or operation, contact your retailer or customer service, or visit our website at: www.jbl.com.

JBL One App

With the JBL One app, you can:

For more information, see "5.3 Connecting to the Home Network" and "7.5 Playback via Home Network".

NOTES: *A subscription may be required, not provided by the JBL One app. The app screenshots contained in this user manual may vary due to software updates. Always follow the app's instructions.

2. PACKAGE CONTENTS

Carefully unpack the box and ensure the following parts are included. If any part is damaged or missing, do not use it and contact your retailer or customer service.

Soundbar

Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries)

Power cord* (*The number of power cords and plug type vary by region.)

HDMI cable (1.2m / 3.9 ft)

Wall-mounting kit

3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW

3.1 Soundbar

Front and Top Panel

1) Status Indicator:

2) +/- (Volume): Power On. Decrease or increase volume. Press both buttons together to mute or unmute the speaker. Press and hold both buttons for more than 10 seconds to activate Wi-Fi configuration mode.

3) Microphone: For sound calibration.

4) (Source): Power On. Select audio source: TV (default, for TV audio connection where HDMI/HDMI OUT connection has priority over OPTICAL connection), Bluetooth, or HDMI IN. Press and hold for more than 3 seconds to activate Bluetooth pairing mode.

5) Status Display: Shows status.

Rear Panel

Version for Americas (excluding Brazil) / All other versions:

3.2 Remote Control

(Diagrams of remote controls showing numbered buttons)

1) : Power On or standby.

2) +/-: Press to increase or decrease volume. Press and hold to continuously increase or decrease volume.

3) / (Mute): Mute / unmute.

4) Sound Effect Buttons: Activate or deactivate Virtual Dolby Atmos® audio effects (default: activated). / : Selects bass level: 1/2/3 (default)/4/5.

5) / CALIBR: Starts sound calibration.

6) (Moment): Press to directly access playlists or speaker settings that have been personalized in the JBL One app.

7) Source Selectors:

4. PLACEMENT

4.1 Placement on Furniture

Place the product on a flat, stable surface. Observe the recommended distances as shown in the illustration.

(Diagram showing distances)

Notes: The power cord must be correctly connected to the power supply. Do not place any object above the product.

4.2 Wall Mounting

1. Preparation:

  1. Apply the supplied wall-mounting template to a wall using adhesive tape.
  2. Use the tip of a ballpoint pen to mark the dowel positions. Remove the template.
  3. At the marked points, drill a 4 mm (0.16") hole.

2. Install the wall bracket mounting supports.

3. With the screws, attach the wall mounting brackets to the bottom of the soundbar.

4. Mount the soundbar.

NOTES: Ensure the wall can support the soundbar's weight. Install only on a vertical wall. Avoid environments with high temperature or humidity. Before wall mounting, ensure that the cables between the soundbar and external devices can be connected correctly. Before wall mounting, ensure the soundbar is unplugged from the mains. Otherwise, electric shocks may occur.

5. CONNECTIONS

5.1 Connecting to TV and Digital Devices

For audio playback via the soundbar, connect it to the TV using the supplied HDMI cable or an optical cable (sold separately). An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a single cable. An HDMI connection is the best option for connecting the soundbar.

NOTES: When both HDMI and optical cables are connected to the soundbar for TV audio input, the HDMI connection has priority. Full compatibility with all HDMI-CEC devices is not guaranteed. * The HDMI cable (for connecting digital devices) and the optical cable are sold separately.

5.1.1 TV (HDMI eARC)

(Recommended connection for the best Dolby Atmos experience)

NOTES: To play audio from the digital device connected to the TV, select the TV source (see "7.2 Playback from TV Source"). With Virtual Dolby Atmos, the soundbar's Dolby surround upmixer allows you to expand the traditional multi-channel audio of the Dolby Digital format, including 5.1 and 7.1 content, and offers an immersive 3D Atmos experience.

(Diagram of HDMI eARC connection)

1. Connect the soundbar via the HDMI IN (eARC) connector on the TV using the supplied HDMI cable.

2. Use an HDMI cable (V2.0 or later) to connect the TV to the digital device, such as a streaming device, set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray player, or console.

5.1.2 TV (HDMI ARC)

(Diagram of HDMI ARC connection)

1. Connect the soundbar via the HDMI IN (ARC) connector on the TV using the supplied HDMI cable.

2. Use an HDMI cable (V2.0 or later) to connect the soundbar to the digital device, such as a set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray player, or console.

NOTES: To play audio from the digital device connected to the soundbar, select the HDMI IN source (see "7.3 Playback from HDMI IN Source"). If your TV does not support HDMI eARC, be sure to connect the digital device via the HDMI / HDMI IN connector on the soundbar instead of the TV. Otherwise, Dolby Atmos information cannot pass through the HDMI (ARC) connectors to the soundbar.

5.1.3 OPTICAL

(Diagram of Optical connection)

1. Connect the soundbar to the TV using an optical cable.

2. Use an HDMI cable (V2.0 or later) to connect the TV to the digital device, such as a streaming device, set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray player, or console.

NOTE: To play audio via the optical cable, select the TV source (see "7.2 Playback from TV Source").

5.2 Connecting to Your Bluetooth Device

Via Bluetooth, connect the soundbar to your Bluetooth device, such as a smartphone, tablet, and laptop.

(Diagram showing Bluetooth pairing)

5.2.1 Connecting a Bluetooth Device:

  1. To select the Bluetooth source, press on the soundbar or remote. "BT PAIRING": Ready for Bluetooth pairing.
  2. On the Bluetooth device, enable Bluetooth and search for "JBL BAR 300MK2" within three minutes. "BT CONNECTED": Connection established. A confirmation tone is emitted.

5.2.2 Reconnecting the Last Paired Device: The Bluetooth device is stored as a paired device when the soundbar enters standby mode. The next time you switch to the Bluetooth source, the soundbar will automatically reconnect to the last paired device.

5.2.3 Connecting Another Bluetooth Device:

  1. On the soundbar or remote, press until "BT PAIRING" is displayed. The soundbar enters Bluetooth pairing mode.
  2. If the device was previously paired with the soundbar, first unpair "JBL BAR 300MK2" on the device.

NOTES: Bluetooth connection will be lost if the distance between the soundbar and the Bluetooth device exceeds 10 m / 33 ft. Electronic devices may cause radio interference. Devices that generate electromagnetic waves, such as microwave ovens and wireless LAN devices, should be kept away from the soundbar.

5.3 Connecting to the Home Network

With the JBL One app and supported streaming services (Google Cast, AirPlay, and Spotify Connect), the soundbar allows you to stream music from your smartphone or tablet.

(Diagram showing Wi-Fi setup via app)

1. On the soundbar, enter Wi-Fi configuration mode: Press any button to power on (see "7.1 Power On/Auto Standby/Auto Power On"). If the soundbar has not been connected to a network, "HELLO" and then "SETUP WIFI" will appear on the screen.

2. Connect your Android™ or iOS device to your home Wi-Fi network. Download the JBL One app.

3. Launch the JBL One app. Follow the app's instructions to complete Wi-Fi setup.

NOTES: A solid white indicator light means the soundbar is connected to the home network. You can stream music from the JBL One app or from streaming services enabled within the app (see "7.5 Playback via Home Network"). If the soundbar is not detected by the JBL One app, press and hold the and + buttons together for more than 10 seconds to re-enter Wi-Fi configuration mode. You can assign a name to the soundbar via the JBL One app on your Android or iOS device. On iOS devices, add the soundbar to the Apple Home app to manage it with other AirPlay-compatible speakers. On iOS devices, if the soundbar is added to your home Wi-Fi network, you can initiate AirPlay streaming from an AirPlay-compatible app (See "7.5.2 Playback via AirPlay"). Availability of online music streaming services varies by country. Some features may require subscriptions or services not available in all countries.

6. CONFIGURATION

6.1 Connect Power

Connect the soundbar to power using the supplied power cord.

The soundbar display will show "LOAD" and then "HELLO".

NOTES: Use only the supplied power cord. Before connecting the device to power, ensure you have completed all other connections (See "5.1 Connecting to TV and Digital Devices").

6.2 3D Surround Sound

6.2.1 Sound Calibration

Optimizes the 3D surround sound experience based on your specific listening environment.

1. On the remote control, press / CALIBR to start calibration. "CALIBRATION" will be displayed on the soundbar.

2. When "PRESS AGAIN TO CONFIRM" is displayed, press / CALIBR again.

The countdown starts from 5 and counts down to 1. A tone will be emitted for calibration. Acoustic calibration begins.

"CALIBRATING": Calibration in progress.

"DONE": Calibration completed successfully.

NOTES: During sound calibration, all remote control buttons are disabled, except . During sound calibration, ambient sound is recorded. Press and hold / CALIBR for 10 seconds, then press / to play back the recorded audio (US version only).

6.2.2 Dolby Atmos

With Virtual Dolby Atmos, you can reproduce height sound effects during movie playback using the TV / HDMI IN source.

(Diagram showing connection and remote button for Atmos ON/OFF)

1. Connect and start playback via the Blu-ray player or streaming device as described in "5.1 Connecting to TV and Digital Devices".

2. Press on the remote control to activate or deactivate height sound effects (default: activated).

NOTES: If you prefer not to have height sound effects during viewing or listening, disable Dolby Atmos sound effects. Dolby Atmos sound effects apply only to Dolby Atmos audio content.

6.2.3 Bass Adjustment

You can adjust the bass level according to your preferences.

On the remote control, press / BASS to switch from one bass level to another. "LVL1" - "LVL5" will be displayed (default: "LVL3").

7. PLAYBACK

7.1 Power On/Auto Standby/Auto Power On

7.1.1 Power On

To power on, press any button on the soundbar or remote control.

7.1.2 Auto Standby

If the soundbar remains inactive for more than 10 minutes, it will automatically enter standby mode. "STDBY" will be displayed. The next time you power on the soundbar, it will return to the last selected source.

7.1.3 Auto Power On

In standby mode, the soundbar will automatically turn on when:

7.2 Playback from TV Source

With the soundbar connected, you can listen to TV audio from the soundbar.

(Diagram showing TV connection via HDMI ARC/eARC or Optical)

1. Ensure that the TV is set to support external speakers and that the built-in speakers are deactivated. Refer to your TV's user manual for more information.

2. Ensure the soundbar has been correctly connected to the TV (See "5.1 Connecting to TV and Digital Devices").

3. To select the TV source, press on the soundbar or TV on the remote control. "TV": The TV source is selected. NOTE: By default, the TV source is selected at the factory. NOTE: If the soundbar is connected to the TV via an HDMI cable and an optical cable, the source corresponding to the HDMI cable will be selected for the TV connection.

7.2.1 TV Remote Control Configuration

To use the TV remote control for both the TV and the soundbar, verify that the TV supports HDMI-CEC. If the TV does not support HDMI-CEC, follow the procedure described in the "IR Remote Control Programming" section.

HDMI-CEC

If the TV supports HDMI-CEC, enable the functions as indicated in the TV's user manual. You can control the "volume +/-, mute/unmute, and power on/standby functions" on the soundbar through the TV remote control.

IR Remote Control Programming

Through IR learning, you can program the soundbar to accept IR commands from the TV remote control and use the TV remote control for simple commands.

  1. On the soundbar, press and hold E and + until "LEARNING" is displayed. The soundbar thus enters the TV remote control programming mode.
  2. Point the TV remote control towards the soundbar. Follow the on-screen instructions to operate the TV remote control keys:
    • When "POWER", "VOL+", "VOL-", or "MUTE" is displayed on the soundbar, press the desired key on the TV remote control.
    • "DONE": These commands are learned by the soundbar. The soundbar returns to the last selected source.
    • To exit the TV remote control programming mode, press and hold E and + on the soundbar until "EXIT LEARNING" is displayed. The learned functions will be cleared.

    NOTE: The soundbar automatically exits the TV remote control learning mode if no action is taken for 30 seconds. The learned functions will be cleared.

7.3 Playback from HDMI IN Source

With the soundbar connected as shown, a digital device can play video on the TV and audio from the soundbar.

(Diagram showing digital device to soundbar HDMI IN, soundbar HDMI OUT to TV)

1. Ensure the soundbar has been correctly connected to the TV and the digital device (See "5.1 Connecting to TV and Digital Devices").

2. Turn on the digital device. The TV and soundbar will wake from standby mode and automatically switch to the input source.

NOTE: Full compatibility with all HDMI-CEC devices is not guaranteed.

7.4 Playback from Bluetooth Source

Through Bluetooth, you can stream audio from the Bluetooth device to the soundbar.

(Diagram showing Bluetooth device within range)

1. To select the Bluetooth source, press on the soundbar or remote control.

2. Check that the soundbar has been correctly connected to the Bluetooth device (See "5.2 Connecting to Your Bluetooth Device").

3. Start audio playback on the Bluetooth device.

4. Adjust the volume on the soundbar, remote control, or Bluetooth device.

7.5 Playback via Home Network

NOTES: The soundbar can support audio streaming, but not video streaming. During Wi-Fi music streaming, music playback interrupts on the currently connected device when you start music playback on a second connected device.

Before starting, ensure: your Android or iOS device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the soundbar (See "5.3 Connecting to the Home Network").

7.5.1 Play with Google Cast

With Google Cast, you can stream audio from your Android or iOS device to the soundbar.

On your Android or iOS device:

  1. Open the JBL One app, and verify that Google Cast is enabled.
  2. In a Google Cast-supported application, play music, tap the cast icon, and select the connected soundbar.

7.5.2 Play via AirPlay

Through AirPlay, you can stream audio from your iOS device to the soundbar.

On your iOS device:

  1. Swipe down from the top-right corner to access Control Center.
  2. Tap to select multiple connected speakers, as needed.
  3. Start music streaming from an app.

7.5.3 Play via JBL One App

Through the JBL One app, you can stream audio from enabled music services to the soundbar.

On your Android or iOS device:

NOTES: *A subscription may be required, not provided by the JBL One app. Access your saved settings using the (Moment) button. On the JBL One app, personalize the (Moment) function.

7.6 Multi-room Playback

With multi-room playback, you can stream music from an Android or iOS device to multiple Google Cast / AirPlay compatible soundbars.

7.6.1 Google Cast

  1. Through the Google Home app, connect multiple Google Cast compatible soundbars to the same network, assign them to rooms, and create groups as needed.
  2. Launch a Google Cast-compatible application on your smartphone or tablet.
  3. Play music. Press the icon and select the grouped speakers.

NOTES: To create a multi-room speaker group in the Google Home app, ensure you have connected all soundbars to the same home network and logged in with the same Google account. For more details, consult the Google Home application. Depending on your local network bandwidth, you can stream music to a maximum of 6 Google Cast-enabled soundbars.

7.6.2 AirPlay

  1. On an iOS device, enter Control Center.
  2. Tap to select multiple connected speakers, as needed.
  3. Start music streaming from an app.

8. ADVANCED USAGE

8.1 Audio Settings (Audio Sync)

With the audio sync function, you can synchronize audio and video to ensure no perceptible delay compared to the video content.

1. On the remote control, press and hold TV for more than 3 seconds, then press . "SYNC" will be displayed.

2. Within five seconds, press + or on the remote control to adjust the audio delay and sync it with the video. The audio synchronization time will be displayed.

NOTE: You can also adjust the audio delay via the JBL One app.

8.2 Factory Reset

To restore factory settings, press and hold , +, and for more than 5 seconds. "RESET" will be displayed. Upon completion of the factory reset, the soundbar will restart automatically.

8.3 Software Update

Connect the Soundbar to your home network. Online updates will be performed automatically when software updates are available.

"WAIT": Software update in progress.

"DONE": Software update completed.

9. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

General Specifications

HDMI Specifications

Audio Specifications

USB Specifications (Audio playback is for USA version only)

Wireless Specifications

Dimensions

* RMS @THD 1%: 225 W

10. TROUBLESHOOTING

Never attempt to repair the product yourself. If you encounter problems using this product, check the following points before requesting assistance.

System

Sound

Bluetooth

Wi-Fi

Playback

Remote Control

11. TRADEMARKS

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.

Spotify: Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how. The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here: https://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses.

Roon READY: Being Roon Ready means that HARMAN uses Roon streaming technology, for an incredible user interface, simple setup, rock-solid daily reliability, and the highest levels of audio performance, without compromise.

Works with Samsung SmartThings

COMPATIBLE WITH Dolby Vision Dolby Atmos: Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright © 2012-2024 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.

Works with Google Home, Works with Google Cast: Google, Android, Google Home, Google Cast and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC. Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries. Availability and performance of certain features, services, and applications are device and network dependent and may not be available in all areas.

Works with Apple AirPlay: Use of the Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple, and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. To use AirPlay with JBL Bar 300MK2, the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or macOS is recommended.

12. OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE

This product contains open-source software licensed under the GPL. For convenience, the source code and related compilation instructions are also available at https://harman-webpages.s3.amazonaws.com/Harman_One_OS_C_package_license_list.htm.

Please contact us at this address:

Harman Deutschland GmbH
HATT: Open Source, Gregor Krapf-Gunther, Parkring 3
85748 Garching bei Munchen, Germany

Or at OpenSourceSupport@Harman.com if you have further questions about the open-source software present in the product.

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