IMPORTANT NOTE:
There is not a power on/off button on the front of the soundbar (there is a "Main
Power" switch on the soundbar's rear panel). You DO NOT need to turn off the soundbar (or subwoofer)
when finished watching TV. When finished, turn off your TV (or Satellite or Cable box if the soundbar is
connected to that). The soundbar (and the subwoofer) will automatically go into a Standby or "sleep"
mode if they do not receive an audio signal from your TV, Satellite or Cable Box for approximately 10
minutes. Standby "On" mode is indicated by a solid red left status light on the soundbar front and on
the subwoofer rear panel. When your TV, Satellite or Cable box is turned back on and a signal is again
received the soundbar (and subwoofer) will automatically come out of Standby mode and turn on.
OPERATING THE KLIPSCH HD THEATER SB 3
Once your soundbar is connected and operating, you will want to complete a few basic steps to get
the most enjoyment out of your system. First, you will want to turn off the speakers on your TV and let
your soundbar be your new sound source. Some TV's will automatically turn off their speakers when
you connect the soundbar, while others you must manually turn their speakers off. Refer to your TV's
owner's manual for instructions to turn off the TV speakers. If you cannot turn your TV speakers off, the
soundbar will still give you an excellent enhancement to the sound coming from your TV, and you can
easily adjust your TV sound to blend with the soundbar's sound. To make this adjustment, first program
your TV remote to operate the soundbar, then manually turn your TV volume down all the way down from
the controls on the TV itself. Next, press the VOLUME UP (+) control on the front of the soundbar until
you have a comfortable TV listening volume level coming from the soundbar. Finally, to make sure the
Klipsch HD Theater SB 3 subwoofer has a balanced sound with the soundbar, set the subwoofer volume
on the subwoofer rear to approximately the halfway point, and then adjust up or down.
3D SURROUND
The Klipsch HD Theater SB 3 features a 3D Surround Mode which adds spaciousness to the sound,
simulating the effect of having multiple speakers surrounding you such as in a movie theater. This
feature requires no distinct speaker placement, special room requirements or specific program material
to work properly. To turn on, simply push the "3D" button on the remote and the soundbar will show a
white light indicating the feature is on. To turn off, push the 3D button again and the white light will
turn off, along with the feature. This effect will work at multiple listening positions in your room. The
four control buttons can be programmed into other remote controls using the built-in Learning Remote
feature, but the 3D Surround mode On/Off button cannot be learned by any other remote and must be
controlled with the included remote.
STANDBY
MUTE
3D SURROUND
TROUBLESHOOTING
No sound from soundbar
• Is it plugged into a "live" outlet and "Main Power" rear switch on?
• Are all connections from TV/Cable or Satellite box pushed in tightly?
• Is TV/Cable or satellite box turned on and the volume turned up?
• Is the soundbar volume turned up?
• Is the soundbar "STANDBY" off? (LED green or orange solid)
• Is the soundbar on the correct source input?
No sound from subwoofer
• Is it plugged into a "live" outlet and "Main Power" rear switch turned on?
• Is the rear subwoofer volume control turned up?
• Has the subwoofer "paired" with the soundbar?
Soundbar does not power on
• Is the power supply plugged into a "live" outlet?
• Is the soundbar "Main Power" rear switch on?
Subwoofer will not wirelessly "pair" with the soundbar
(subwoofer status light is solid red)
• Move subwoofer closer to soundbar
• If other wireless devices nearby (i.e. baby monitors. cordless phones, Wi-Fi, etc.) have multiple
channel selection, switch their channel
• Turn both the soundbar and subwoofer off, then turn on again to initiate a new pairing sequence.
• If the above procedure fails to pair the subwoofer with the soundbar you can manually pair the
two:
Manual pairing of the soundbar to the subwoofer:
Manual pairing of the soundbar to the subwoofer
• Make sure both the sound bar and subwoofer are turned on.
• Press one of the buttons on the front panel of the SOUND BAR so its LED is either green or orange
(not RED, this means it is in standby).
• On the back of the soundbar on the bottom panel of the bar, next to the LEFT/RIGHT analog audio
input there is a small "pinhole" for this resetting procedure. Use a paper clip or similial device
and insert it into the hole to depress the internal button; press and hold this for at least 5 (five)
seconds.
VOLUME UP
• Immediately go to the subwoofer and insert the paper clip into the small hole on the amp panel in
the upper-right hand corner (it is labeled "FACTORY USE ONLY"); press and hold the button for at
VOLUME DOWN
least 5 (five) seconds. The LED on the subwoofer should go to a solid blue if it successfully paired.
SOURCE
TV/Cable Box/Satellite Box Remote Will Not Program
• Carefully follow all programming instructions
• Program your original TV remote to the soundbar, then try using your universal remote without
programming it
• You may need to repeat the programming of a function in some cases
• There may be some cases where the soundbar will not be able to learn all remote control codes
For Questions, contact Klipsch Customer Service:
In the United States: 800-KLIPSCH (1-800-554-7724)
CARE AND CLEANING
Occasional dusting or wiping of the cabinets with a soft cloth is all that is required. Never
use water, abrasive or solvent type cleaners or detergents. Never spray polishes or cleaners
on the drive units (woofer, midrange or tweeter) or on any controls or connection points. A
vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment may be used to clean the grille fabric.
· Make sure both the sound bar and subwoofer are turned on (mains power switches on both).
· Press one of the buttons on the front panel of the SOUND BAR so its LED is either green or
orange (not RED, this means it is in standby).
· On the back of the soundbar on the bottom panel of the bar, next to the LEFT/RIGHT analog
audio input there is a small "pinhole" for this resetting procedure. Use a paper clip or
similial device and insert it into the hole to depress the internal button; press and hold this
for at least 5 (five) seconds.
· Immediately go to the subwoofer and insert the paper clip into the small hole on the amp
panel in the upper-right hand corner (it is labeled "FACTORY USE ONLY"); press and hold the
button for at least 5 (five) seconds. The LED on the subwoofer should go to a solid blue if it
successfully paired.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are
registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.