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JBL - Cinema SB170 2.1 Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Black

Model:: JBLSB170BLKAM; |
SKU:: 6554403

User rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars with 709 reviews.

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QuestionWill my Samsung U8000F 65" 2025 TV connect with the JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 Soundbar and Subwoofer?
Asked 3 months ago by Bjon.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, the Samsung U8000F 65" 2025 TV will connect with the JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 Soundbar and Subwoofer without any issues. The best connection method is HDMI ARC/eARC, which allows for audio transmission and control with your TV remote. Alternatively, you can use digital optical audio for high-quality sound or Bluetooth for wireless audio streaming, though it may have some lag. Overall, HDMI ARC will provide the best experience.
  Answered 3 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionCan the soundbar be placed above the tv? Or must it be placed below the tv
Asked 3 months ago by Thisguyagain.
- Answer It comes with brackets that allows it to wall mounted
  Answered 3 months ago by GetInk
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QuestionDoes this come with an HDMI cable
Asked 3 months ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes we ran out from HDM1 and the tv off HDM2
  Answered 3 months ago by GetInk
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QuestionWill this soundbar work on LG B4 series TV?
Asked 3 months ago by OralB.
- Answer It should, I own the lg oled b2 tv and was able to connect my gaming Xbox series x through arc or Bluetooth, same for watching tv.
  Answered 2 months ago by jesse
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QuestionWill this connect with Sony Bravia 2023 model?
Asked 3 months ago by Kiran.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, our JBL Cinema SB170 will connect with a Sony Bravia 2023 model TV. It offers several compatible connection options: 1. HDMI ARC: This is the recommended method. Connect the soundbar's HDMI ARC port to your TV's HDMI ARC/eARC port for optimal audio and control with your TV remote. 2. Optical (Digital Audio In): A reliable alternative if HDMI ARC is not used. 3. Bluetooth: While suitable for music, HDMI ARC or Optical is preferred for TV audio quality. Ensure you use an HDMI cable for the ARC connection and adjust your TV's audio output settings to direct sound to the "Audio System. Should you need further assistance. Please contact us.
  Answered 3 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionWould it Intergrade with my Samsung tv and automatically pair and allow me to use only my tv remote ?
Asked 3 months ago by Anonymous.
- Answer I’m assuming it would as I have a Vizio TV and am able to only use the TV remote
  Answered 2 months ago by KevinP
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QuestionIs this compatible with Hisence TV 50R6+ ??
Asked 3 months ago by David.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, our JBL Cinema SB170 is compatible with your Hisense 50R6+ TV. via HDMI ARC (Recommended for best performance and convenience): Your Hisense 50R6+ TV is equipped with an HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) port. Our JBL Cinema SB170 has an HDMI ARC connection. Using this method is highly recommended because it allows you to: • Send audio from your TV to the soundbar with a single HDMI cable. • Control the soundbar's volume and power using your Hisense TV remote, which is very convenient. To use this, simply connect an HDMI cable from the port labeled "HDMI ARC" on your TV to the "HDMI ARC" port on the soundbar.
  Answered 3 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionCan I add an additional subwoofer?If so what subwoofer could I add
Asked 4 months ago by Anonymous.
- Answer No, I don't you can.
  Answered 3 months ago by MisterEric
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QuestionWhat is wattage of the subwoofer by itself
Asked 4 months ago by Nick.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. The wireless subwoofer for the JBL Cinema SB170 offers a maximum output power of 116 watts.
  Answered 4 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionIs a PIN required to connect to this? Or can anyone within range find the device and connect?
Asked 4 months ago by Zella.
- Answer Thanks for your question. Our JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 doesn't require a PIN. If you need more help, please contact our customer support.
  Answered 4 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionCan I use JBL quick connect with this speaker and another jbl bluetooth speaker with quick connect in another room? Thank you
Asked 4 months ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Our JBL Cinema SB170 can't be connected to other soundbars and portable speakers.
  Answered 4 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionWhat is the pass-through video resolution of this soundbar? There's an hdmi in and an hdmi out; can a 4k source be passed through this to the TV and maintain 4k video?
Asked 5 months ago by bobster.
- Answer Yes, our JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 supports HDMI pass-through with 4K resolution at up to 60Hz, including support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision. This means you can connect a 4K source (like a Blu-ray player or streaming box) to the soundbar’s HDMI input, and it will pass the 4K video signal cleanly to your TV through the HDMI output without downscaling or loss of quality. If you need more help, please contact our customer support.
  Answered 4 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionDo I need to purchase a separate amp for this?
Asked 5 months ago by A.
- Answer No , it's loud enough and got great bass
  Answered 4 months ago by Bogger
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QuestionWill this sound bar connect to an Emerson 55 inch tv ??
Asked 6 months ago by Bob.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, our JBL Cinema SB170 will connect to your Emerson 55-inch TV. Our JBL Cinema SB170 SoundBar supports common audio connections, including: 1. HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel): This is the recommended connection for the best experience, as it allows your TV remote to control the SoundBar's basic functions (like power and volume) and sends high-quality audio. 2. Optical (Digital Audio In): A very common and reliable alternative if your TV doesn't have an HDMI ARC port, or if you prefer a separate audio connection.
  Answered 6 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionHow do we get rid of interference or a static like sound? It doesn’t happen all the time, but often enough.
Asked 7 months ago by Ernie.
- Answer No sucede en mi caso
  Answered 7 months ago by RicardoV
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QuestionCan this be mounted to a bracket above the tv?
Asked 8 months ago by Jeff.
- Answer I have done hundreds of friends/customers I highly recommend installing 2" below the bottom of your TV. Told them all and 50+ percent have spackle above the Tab on the wall with the unit on the TV stand right under the TV. Believe me have friends hold above the TV and you will see what I mean. And Sub woofers, particularly on a hard wood floor not more the 2" from the wall and 2 to 3 feet away from the right side of the sound bar. They are designed for this placement. Call a reputable vendor and I'm sure they will agree. It's in most installation instructions. Hope that covers it. Feel free to get back with more questions. No Problem....,.. GrandNationalMike
  Answered 7 months ago by GrandNationalMike
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QuestionWhat does it mean opened box? Was it used or damaged?
Asked 8 months ago by Bruce.
- Answer Neither.... The box was opened and looked into possibly to compare components with another sound bar, never been hooked up or anything though
  Answered 7 months ago by KyleG
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QuestionDoes it connect to a microphone? Wireless or wired
Asked 8 months ago by Karine.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. Our JBL Cinema SB170 2.1 doesn't have a microphone input. You will not be able to connect a microphone to our soundbar.
  Answered 8 months ago by JBL Support
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QuestionDoes this work woth google tv?
Asked 11 months ago by JC.
- Answer No idea can't work mine
  Answered 10 months ago by BrittanyY
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QuestionI am looking for the size of the driver inside the subwoofer unit, not the dimensions of the subwoofer cabinet. Is it an 8 in driver or a 10-in driver?
Asked 11 months ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Definitely not a 10" sounds like a 6.5"
  Answered 7 months ago by KyleG
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