Hisense HS218 Quick Start Guide

2.1CH Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer

Model: HS218

Identifying the Parts

Main Unit

What's in the Box

• Main Unit
• Remote Control / AAA Batteries x 2
• Wireless Subwoofer
• Optical Cable
• HDMI Cable
• Bracket(x2) / Wall Plug(x2) / screw(x2) / bracket screw(x2)
• AC Power Cord x2
• User Manual/Quick Start Guide/Wall Mount Guide

Main Unit Components

• 1 Remote Control Sensor: Receives signal from the remote control.
• 2 Display Window: Shows the current status.
• 3 Screws: For installing wall mounting screws into the back of the unit.
• 4 (ON/OFF) Button: Switches the unit between ON and Standby mode.
• 5 +/- (Vol+/Vol-) Buttons: Increase/decrease the volume level.
• 6 SOURCE Button: Selects the play function.
• 7 AC~ Socket: Connects to the power supply.
• 8 LINE IN Socket: Connects to an external audio device.
• 9 USB Socket: Inserts a USB device to play music.
• 10 HDMI ARC Socket: Connects to a TV via HDMI cable.
• 11 COAXIAL Socket: Connects to a coaxial audio output on the TV.
• 12 OPTICAL Socket: Connects to an optical audio output on the TV.

Remote Control Functions

• 1 (Power Button): Switches the unit between ON and STANDBY mode.
• 2 (MUTE): Mutes or resumes the sound.
• 3 SOURCE: Selects the play function.
• 4 (BT): Selects the Bluetooth mode.
• 5 VOL+/VOL-: Increase/decrease the volume level.
• 6 << / >>: Skips to the previous/next track in Bluetooth/USB mode.
• 7 ►II / PAIR: Plays/pauses/resumes playback in Bluetooth/USB mode. Press and hold to activate the pairing function in Bluetooth mode or disconnect the existing paired Bluetooth device.
• 8 EQ: Selects a preset sound effect.
• 9 SURR: Adjusts the surround sound ON/OFF.
• 10 DIMMER+/-: Adjusts display brightness.
• 11 BASS: Press to activate the bass setup.
• 12 TREBLE: Press to activate the treble setup.

Remote Control Battery Replacement

1. Press and slide the back cover to open the battery compartment.

2. Insert two AAA size batteries (included). Ensure the (+) and (-) ends of the batteries match the (+) and (-) ends indicated in the battery compartment.

3. Close the battery compartment cover.

Note: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (Carbon-Zinc) or rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, etc.) batteries.

Wireless Subwoofer Components

• 1 AC~ Socket: Connects to power supply.
• 2 PAIR Button: Activates the pairing function between the main unit and the subwoofer.
• 3 PAIR Indicator: Lights up solidly when pairing succeeds.

Connections

Before connecting the AC power cord, ensure all other connections are completed.

Connecting Devices

Diagram shows connections for: AUDIO OUT, Headphone, HDMI ARC, COAXIAL, OPTICAL. A visual representation of connecting a TV (via HDMI ARC) and other audio sources to the main unit.

Pairing the Subwoofer

The subwoofer and soundbar pair automatically when powered on. If no audio is heard from the wireless subwoofer, manually pair them:

1. Ensure both units are powered on.
2. Press the PAIR button on the subwoofer.
3. Press and hold the << / PAIR button on the remote control for 3 seconds.
4. The PAIR indicator on the subwoofer will light up solidly when pairing is successful.

Basic Operation

Standby/ON

The unit starts in Standby mode. Press the power button on the unit or remote to switch ON. Press again to return to STANDBY. Disconnect the mains plug to switch OFF completely.

Auto Wake

The unit automatically turns ON when a connected TV or external device (LINE IN, OPTICAL, COAXIAL, HDMI ARC) is switched on.

Automatic Power Off

The unit automatically enters Standby mode after approximately 15 minutes if the connected TV or external unit is disconnected or switched off.

Select Modes

Press the SOURCE button on the unit or remote to cycle through modes: LINE IN, OPTICAL, COAXIAL, HDMI ARC, USB, and BT (Bluetooth). The selected mode is displayed.

Adjust Bass/Treble Level

Press TREBLE, then use VOL+/- to adjust treble. Press BASS, then use VOL+/- to adjust bass. Settings are displayed and exit automatically after 5 seconds. Volume can then be adjusted.

Turn Surround Sound ON/OFF

Press the SURR button on the remote to toggle surround sound.

Adjust Volume

Use VOL+/- buttons on the unit or remote. Press MUTE on the remote to silence sound; press MUTE or VOL+/- again to resume.

Adjust Brightness

Press the DIMMER +/- buttons on the remote to select display brightness.

Select a Preset Sound Effect

Press the EQ button on the remote during playback to select desired presets: MOVIE, MUSIC, NEWS.

Wall Mounting

Diagram shows mounting dimensions: 900 mm distance between brackets. Screw hole sizes: 8 mm / 0.31" and 4 mm / 0.16". Minimum wall thickness for bracket screw: 35 mm / 1.4".

Visual shows steps 1-4: attaching brackets to the wall, mounting the soundbar, and securing it.