
Enjoy exceptional audio with this 45-inch Vizio 5.1 sound bar, which offers plug-and-play operation. It comes with Vizio SmartCast preinstalled, which lets you cast from most popular applications and use your smartphone to control your television. Pair your Vizio 5.1 sound bar with other SmartCast products for a true multi-room experience.
A: The satellite speakers connect to the subwoofer via wires, and the subwoofer connects wirelessly to the sound bar. Each satellite speaker has a single wire that plugs into the back of the speaker, this wire is at least 20 feet long.
A: The soundbar is not capable of 4K Passthrough. So, no 4K@60, no HDR. It is capable of HDCP 2.2, though, with a maximum resolution Passthrough of 1080P at 120hz.
Q: Can the soundbar be used without the rear speakers...only the soundbar and the woofer?
A: Thank you for a great question! Definitely! The satellite speakers each connect with a cord to the subwoofer for use. If you do not wish to connect them, use the included display remote control or via the SmartCast app, disable the rear surrounds. The SB4551-D5 will automatically mix the rear content into the sound bar. The sound bar will also provide a simulated surround sound experience utilizing the built-in DTS StudioSound technologies! You can connect them later and enable the surround setting when desired to receive the full experience. Thanks again and have a great day! -Collin
A: The wires from the subwoofer to the satellite speakers are 26 feet in length. Thanks -Randal
A: I originally purchased and installed the 38" 5.1. It had a very clean sound but lacked the low end. When I returned it and set up the VIZIO - SmartCast™ 5.1-Channel Soundbar System with 26.5" Wireless Subwoofer - Black the difference was immediate and pronounced. The price difference is totally worth it to me and my audio preferences. I am very satisfied by it[s overall performance.
A: You cannot buy the sub separately. I tried to do that when my sub refused to pair with the soundbar, but the Vizio rep I spoke to said I was out of luck.
A: On your remote, press the menu button and then the up or down buttons on the keypad to navigate to the item that says "Link" on your screen. Then click the left or right arrow to make it say "yes", then press the play button. The subwoofer should then be linked and will turn on and off as you turn the soundbar on and off.
Q: Are the rear speakers wireless?
A: The sound bar to subwoofer connection is wireless but, the satellite speakers will need to connect to the subwoofer via speaker cables which are provided.