How To Reset Vizio Soundbar

If you’re experiencing any type of audio issues with your Vizio sound bar, a reset may be able to help. There are two ways to do it: a soft reset and a hard factory reset. I would try the soft reset first because a hard reset reboots the entire device to its original factory settings, which erases all your custom settings. To soft reset your Vizio sound bar, unplug it from the wall > hold the Power button for 30 seconds > plug it back in. To hard reset your Vizio soundbar and return it to its original factory settings, press and hold the Bluetooth and Volume Down buttons for 5 seconds.

If you’re troubleshooting an audio problem with your soundbar, start with a soft reset. It fixes lots of small software glitches and bugs.
To perform a soft reset, unplug the sound bar, hold the “Power” button for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.
A hard reset will reset the sound bar to its original factory settings. This erases all custom settings that you’ve set up, so I recommend doing it as a last resort if a soft reset doesn’t work.
To perform a hard reset, turn the device on and press the “Bluetooth” and “Volume Down” buttons at the same time until the lights on the sound bar flash three times.

In this article, I’ll explain more about how to reset a Vizio soundbar step-by-step and discuss some common reasons why they may need to be reset.

How To Soft Reset A Vizio Soundbar

If you’re having any type of audio issue with your Vizio soundbar, try a soft reset. It helps fix lots of minor software-related problems like glitches and bugs. It only takes a minute to do, won’t damage the soundbar, and won’t erase your custom settings.

1. Turn Off & Unplug

Turn your soundbar off and unplug it from the outlet. If it’s already off, just unplug it.

A soft reset can fix minor software-related problems like glitches and bugs.
It doesn’t erase custom settings.
Can be done in a minute or so.
Soft resetting reboots the soundbars software.

2. Press Power

Press and hold the power button for 30 seconds while the soundbar is off and unplugged. Doing so helps drain out residual electricity stored inside the soundbar.

3. Plug In & Turn On

Plug the power cord back in and turn on the sound bar; it should now be reset. Turn on the TV and see if the reset resolved your audio issues.

If the sound bar still isn’t working, try performing a hard reset.

How To Hard Reset A Vizio Soundbar

A hard reset completely reboots your Vizio soundbar back to its original factory settings. For this reason, I would do it as a last resort after trying a soft reset. However, if you don’t have any custom settings, you can try it first without any risk.

A hard reset won’t damage the device and only takes about a minute to complete.

1. Turn The Soundbar On

Make sure your Vizio sound bar is turned on when you perform a hard reset. If it’s off, press the “Power” button to turn it on.

A hard reset will restore your Vizio soundbar to its original factory settings. Be aware that any custom settings or devices paired to the soundbar will be lost.

2. Press & Hold The “Bluetooth” & “Volume Down” Buttons

Press and hold the “Bluetooth” and “Volume Down” buttons at the same time for at least 5 seconds. Doing this will reset almost all Vizio soundbar models. Hold the buttons down until you see the lights on the soundbar flash 3 times, then let go. The flashing lights signify that the reset is complete.

Don’t let go of the buttons until you see the lights flash 3 times.
The flashing lights confirm that the reset is complete.

3. Test

Test your sound bar to see if the hard reset worked. Because a hard reset erases all your custom settings and paired devices, you’ll have to customize the soundbar and pair all your devices once the reset is complete.

Alternate Reset Method

Some Vizio sound bar models, including the VH215, are hard reset by pressing and holding “Power” + “Volume Up” on the remote control instead of using the buttons on the soundbar. If pressing and holding “Bluetooth” and “Volume Down” doesn’t reset your soundbar, try this method instead.

When Should You reset A Vizio Soundbar?

There are several common problems that can be fixed by resetting a Vizio soundbar.

No Sound: Check power and connections. Reset if the setup is correct, but there’s no sound.
WiFi Trouble: Reset WiFi-compatible models like M-Series or V-Series.
Power Issue: Try soft reset for unresponsive sound bar. If not, change the power source.
Buzzing Noise: Soft or hard reset may help. Persistent buzzing needs hardware attention.
Battery Icon Stuck: Soft reset clears erroneous battery symbol. If it persists, contact support.
App Glitches: Reset for sound inconsistency across apps.
Flashing White Lights: Software glitch; restart or soft reset required.

No Sound

If there’s no sound coming from the sound bar, a reset may help. If you don’t hear any sound coming from your sound bar, make sure it’s turned on and properly connected to your TV, stereo, or other device. Make sure all the wires are connected and undamaged. If it’s set up properly, resetting the sound bar could fix the problem.

Can’t Connect To WiFi

If your Vizio soundbar can’t connect to WiFi, a reset may help. If you have a Vizio WiFi-compatible soundbar like the M-Series or V-Series, resetting your soundbar will often fix the problem. Most connectivity issues are software-related, which can be fixed by a reset.

Soundbar Won’t Turn On

If your Vizio soundbar is properly connected and plugged in but won’t turn on and there are no lights lit up, a soft reset may be able to help. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to try a hard reset until you get the soundbar turned on. If a soft reset doesn’t help, try troubleshooting the power source and power button.

Plug your soundbar into a different outlet.
Check the power cord for damage.
If you’re using a power strip or extension cord, plug the soundbar directly into the outlet instead.
Check the fuse box or circuit breaker.
Check the power button to make sure it’s not stuck.
A multimeter can help you diagnose electrical issues with your soundbar.

If the soundbar is properly plugged in with no signs of damage and the outlet works, call Vizio for help. It’s possible the soundbar could be damaged internally.

The Soundbar Is Making A Buzzing Sound

If your Vizio soundbar is making a buzzing sound, a reset may be able to help. There are a variety of reasons why a soundbar could be making buzzing noises, including hardware damage. So, to rule out software problems, perform a reset.

If you reset the sound bar and still hear the buzzing sound, the problem is hardware-related. However, if the noise stops, it is a software issue.
Even if a reset doesn’t fix the buzzing sound, it still helps troubleshoot and identify the potential problem.

If a reset doesn’t help, contact Vizio for help because the soundbar likely has a hardware issue that they may be able to help with.

Battery Icon Won’t Turn Off

If the battery icon on your Vizio soundbar won’t turn off and stays lit even when the battery is fully charged, a reset can probably fix it. This is generally caused by a software issue and not a hardware problem.

However, if the icon stays lit even after a reset, there may actually be something wrong with the soundbar. In this case, call Vizio for help.

Glitches

If your sound bar sounds great with some apps but not as good with others, you could have a software issue. In this case, a reset can usually fix the problem by rebooting the system software. Try a soft reset first, then play a variety of apps to make sure the sound quality is consistent. If it’s not, try a hard reset.

If the sound quality is still inconsistent after a hard reset, try deleting and installing your apps again.

Flashing White

If your Vizio soundbar is flashing white, it typically signifies a software issue. Try a soft reset to fix the problem. If that doesn’t work, factory reboot the soundbar with a hard reset.

Do Vizio Soundbars Have A reset Button?

No, Vizio soundbars do not have a dedicated reset button. Instead, perform a soft reset by unplugging it from the wall > holding the Power button for 30 seconds > then plugging it back in.

If that doesn’t work, you can try a hard factory reset. However, be aware that a hard reset returns the soundbar to its original factory condition, which erases all your custom settings and device pairings.

To hard reset your Vizio soundbar, press and hold the Bluetooth and Volume Down buttons for 5 seconds.

What Does A Vizio Soundbar Factory Reset Do?

When you factory reset a Vizio soundbar, it returns the device to its original default settings. This completely reboots its software, which also erases all your custom settings and device pairings. When you use the device again, it will essentially work as brand new, so you’ll have to input your custom settings again and pair all your devices to the soundbar.

By resetting the soundbar’s software, you also erase all software problems, glitches, and bugs that could be causing problems for the device.

Summary: How To Reset Vizio Soundbar

If you’re troubleshooting an audio problem with your soundbar, start with a soft reset. It fixes lots of small software glitches and bugs.
To perform a soft reset, unplug the sound bar, hold the “Power” button for 30 seconds, then plug it back in.
A hard reset will reset the sound bar to its original factory settings. This erases all custom settings that you’ve set up, so I recommend doing it as a last resort if a soft reset doesn’t work.
To perform a hard reset, turn the device on and press the “Bluetooth” and “Volume Down” buttons at the same time until the lights on the sound bar flash three times.

In this article, I’ll explain more about how to reset a Vizio soundbar step-by-step and discuss some common reasons why they may need to be reset.

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