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CINEMA SB200 powered soundbar speaker
Thank You For Choosing This JBL® Product
The JBL Cinema SB200 powered soundbar speaker is a complete, integrated sound system that will
dramatically improve the sound of programs you watch on your television. It can mount on a wall or
sit on a shelf and includes all of the cables you need to connect it to your TV and your cable/satellite
tuner or disc player.
We’re confident that this JBL system will provide every note of enjoyment that you expect – and that
when you think about purchasing additional audio equipment for your home, car or office, you will
once again choose JBL products.
This quick-start guide contains all the information you need to set up, connect and adjust your new
speaker system. For more indepth information, go to our Web site: www.jbl.com.

JBL SB200 Specifications

General

Type	Soundbar
Bluetooth	Yes
HDMI	No
Wall Mountable	Yes
Frequency Response	20kHz
Inputs	Optical

Summary

Included Items

Soundbar Rear-Panel Controls and Connections

EQ Switch Function

Adjusts soundbar bass for wall or table mounting. Select 'Wall' or 'Table' position.

Optical Input Connector Details

Connects TV, player, or tuner via optical digital output for audio.

Aux Input Connector Details

Connects TV, player, or tuner via stereo 3.5mm to RCA audio cable.

Power Switch Operation

Activates the soundbar. Set to 'On' for normal use; 'Off' for extended periods.

Power Cord Connector Usage

Connects the power cord. Do not plug into AC outlet until all other connections are verified.

Soundbar Top-Panel and Remote Controls Overview

Power Button Functionality

Turns soundbar on/off or puts it into standby mode. Indicator light changes color.

Mute Button on Remote Control

Mutes and unmutes the soundbar. Volume indicators illuminate when muted.

Surround Mode Button Control

Activates/deactivates HARMAN Display Surround. Indicator color shows status.

Volume Up/Down Button Adjustment

Increase or decrease system volume. Buttons illuminate white briefly after use.

Source Selector Button Function

Switches between Aux (white indicator) and Optical (amber indicator) inputs.

Bluetooth Button for Wireless Audio

Plays audio from paired Bluetooth device or initiates pairing mode.

Bass Boost Button on Remote

Enhances low-frequency performance. Press again to revert to normal.

Soundbar Placement Guide

Placing Soundbar on a Table

Position soundbar centered in front of TV stand on a flat surface.

Wall-Mounting the Soundbar

Mount soundbar below TV using bracket. Ensure clear TV view and secure mounting.

Connecting Your Soundbar System

Source Connection Options

Connect via analog (Aux) or digital (Optical) audio outputs from sources.

Power Connection Instructions

Connect power cord to soundbar and an active AC outlet. Avoid accessory outlets.

Operating Your JBL Soundbar

Turning the Soundbar On and Off

Use the Power switch and Power button to turn the soundbar on or put it into standby.

Wireless Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Stream audio from a Bluetooth device. Pair using device's menu and soundbar button.

Switching Between Audio Sources

Switch between Aux, Optical, and Bluetooth inputs using the Source button.

Adjusting System Volume Levels

Use Volume +/- buttons to raise or lower volume. Hold for continuous adjustment.

Muting and Unmuting the System

Mute/unmute using Volume buttons simultaneously or the dedicated Mute button.

Changing Surround Sound Modes

Switch between normal stereo (white) and HARMAN Display Surround (amber).

Enhancing Bass Performance

Press Bass Boost button for enhanced low-frequency performance. Press again to revert.

Learning TV Remote Commands for Control

Program TV Remote for Volume and Mute

Program soundbar to respond to TV remote's volume up, down, and mute commands.

Programming Volume Up Command

Press and hold soundbar's Volume + button while pressing TV remote's Volume Up.

Programming Volume Down Command

Press and hold soundbar's Volume - button while pressing TV remote's Volume Down.

Programming Mute Command

Press and hold soundbar's Volume +/- buttons while pressing TV remote's Mute.

Soundbar Technical Specifications

CINEMA SB200 Speaker Specifications

Details on transducers, amplifier power, frequency response, power, dimensions, and weight.