How to Pair Bluetooth Devices to a VIZIO SB2821D6

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Pairing Bluetooth Devices to a VIZIO SB2821D6

The VIZIO SB2821D6 soundbar allows you to connect Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, tablets, or computers for wireless audio streaming. Pairing your Bluetooth device with the soundbar is quick and simple. Here’s how to do it.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Turn on the Soundbar:
   • Press the ‘Power’ button on the soundbar or remote control to turn it on.
2. Activate Bluetooth Pairing Mode:
   • Press and hold the ‘Bluetooth’ button on the soundbar or remote control until the LED indicator starts flashing blue, indicating the soundbar is in pairing mode.
3. Enable Bluetooth on Your Device:
   • Go to the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone, tablet, or computer and ensure Bluetooth is turned on.
4. Search for Available Device:
   • In your device’s Bluetooth settings, look for ‘VIZIO SB2821D6’ in the list of available devices and select it to pair.
5. Confirm the Pairing:
   • If prompted, confirm the pairing on both the soundbar and your device. The LED indicator will turn solid blue once the pairing is successful.
6. Test the Connection:
   • Play audio on your device to test if the sound is coming through the VIZIO soundbar.

Pairing Bluetooth devices to your VIZIO SB2821D6 soundbar is a simple process that allows you to enjoy wireless audio streaming. Follow these steps to connect your device and start listening to your favorite music or audio content wirelessly.

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1. Introduction

The VIZIO SB2821-D6 Soundbar is capable of pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices, which allows you to stream music from them. Bluetooth is the most common type of wireless technology used to connect devices over short distances. This guide will show you how to establish that Bluetooth connection.

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2. Pair Bluetooth

Your sound bar can stream music from smart phones, tablets, or other Bluetooth capable devices. Be sure to keep your device within 30 feet of your sound bar, otherwise, you may lose the connection.

1. Press and hold the Bluetooth button on the sound bar or your remote until the LED indicators light up sequentially from top to bottom and back again. This LED pattern indicates that the soundbar is in pairing mode.
   

1. Now, search for the sound bar with your Bluetooth device.

3. Connect Bluetooth

Some Bluetooth accessories are configured with a PIN or a passkey that is often listed in its manual. Check your Bluetooth accessory manual for the correct PIN or passkey.

Depending on what device (Smartphone or Tablet) and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be similar to all Android devices and generations.

Use one of the following connection methods:

• Method 1 - The Drop Down Menu
• Method 2 - Settings

Drop down menu

1. Swipe down from the top of the device screen if it's a phone or up from the bottom of the device screen if it's a tablet to access the menu.
2. Locate the Bluetooth icon.
   

1. Press and hold the Bluetooth icon.
2. Set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
   This process will vary depending on what kind of device you have. Refer to your device's documentation for specifics on how to accomplish this.
3. Ensure Bluetooth is On and then select your device from the list below.
   

1. If you are prompted for a passkey, put it in. If there is no passkey, then your Bluetooth accessory should be paired now.

Android menu settings

1. Locate and tap the Apps Menu.
   

1. Locate and tap the Settings icon.
   

1. Select the Bluetooth. You may need to select Connections first.
2. Set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
   This process will vary depending on what kind of device you have. Refer to your device's documentation for specifics on how to accomplish this.
3. Ensure Bluetooth is On and then select your device from the list below.
   

1. If you are prompted for a passkey, put it in. If there is no passkey, then your Bluetooth accessory should be paired now.

4. Connect Bluetooth

Depending on what device (iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch) and which generation you have, the menu theme and options might look slightly different on your screen. However, the steps should be the same across all iOS devices and generations.

From any iOS Device

1. Open Settings.
   

1. Tap Bluetooth.
   

1. Set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
   This process will vary depending on what kind of device you have. Refer to your device's documentation for specifics on how to accomplish this.
2. Ensure Bluetooth is On then select your device from the list below.
   

1. Some Bluetooth accessories are configured with a PIN or a passkey that is often listed in its information manual. Check your Bluetooth accessory documentation for the correct PIN or passkey.

5. Pair Bluetooth Device

Some Bluetooth devices are configured with a PIN or a passkey that is often listed in its information manual. Check your Bluetooth device documentation for the correct PIN or passkey.

1. Set the Bluetooth accessory in pairing/discovery mode.
   This process will vary depending on what kind of device you have. Refer to your device's documentation for specifics on how to accomplish this.
2. Click the Action Center icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
   

1. Tap on the All Settings tile after that.
   

1. Then go to Devices.
   

1. Select Bluetooth from the left-hand column and ensure the Bluetooth switch is in the On position to the right. Your Windows 10 device will become discoverable and start searching for devices.
   

1. Once you see the device you want to pair the system with, select it then tap on Pair.
   

1. If asked to compare the passcode showing up on both devices, do so.
   

1. After the pairing was successful the device will show the Paired status under its name.
   

6. Check Audio Devices

To set your default playback device:

1. Right click on your speaker icon in the Notification Area and then click on Playback devices.
   

1. Click on your device you wish to set as the default audio device and click Set Default.
   

1. Click OK to save the changes.
   

To set your default recording device:

1. Right click on your speaker icon in the Notification Area and then click on Recording devices.
   

1. Click on your device you wish to set as the default audio device and click Set Default.
   

1. Click OK to save the changes.
   

7. Pair Bluetooth Device

1. Set your device to pairing mode. The way you do this may be differ from device to device.
   In many cases, you can place your device in pairing mode by having the device off, then pressing and holding the power button to start it up. Usually, after a few moments, it will indicate it is in paring mode (flashing its indicator light, for example), and you can release the power button.
2. On the menu bar, click the Apple menu (1), then System Preferences (2).
   

1. Select Bluetooth.
   

1. Ensure that it says Bluetooth: On. Turn it on with the button if it isn't.
   

1. Your computer will search for any Bluetooth devices in range.
2. Once your device is located, click Pair.
   

1. Once the pairing process is complete, your Mac will automatically connect to the device whenever it is in range.

8. Check Audio Devices

To set your default audio playback device:

1. Click on the speaker icon and click on the device you wish to be your default playback device.
   

To set your default audio recording device:

1. Click on the speaker icon and click on Sound Preferences.
   

1. Click on the Input tab and then select the device you wish to be your default recording device.