How to Factory Reset a VIZIO SB4531D5 Soundbar

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Factory Resetting a VIZIO SB4531D5 Soundbar

Factory resetting your VIZIO SB4531D5 soundbar can help resolve various issues such as connectivity problems, audio malfunctions, and more. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide on how to do it:
  1. Power On the Soundbar:
    • Ensure the soundbar is connected to a power source and turned on.
    • You should see the power indicator light up.
  2. Locate the Reset Buttons:
    • Find the Bluetooth button (usually marked with a Bluetooth symbol) and the Volume Down button (marked with a minus sign “-”) on the soundbar. These buttons are typically located on the top or side of the soundbar.
  3. Press and Hold Buttons:
    • Simultaneously press and hold both the Bluetooth and Volume Down buttons.
    • Continue holding the buttons for approximately 5 seconds.
    • During this time, you might see the LED indicators on the soundbar blink or change patterns, indicating the reset process is in progress.
  4. Release the Buttons:
    • Release the buttons once the soundbar powers off.
    • The soundbar will automatically power back on, which indicates that the reset process is complete.
  5. Reconfigure Settings:
    • After the reset, you will need to re-pair any Bluetooth devices and reconfigure your soundbar settings to your preferences.
    • Use the VIZIO SmartCast app or the remote control to adjust settings as needed.

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1. Introduction

This guide will take you through the steps to factory reset your VIZIO SB4531-D5 soundbar.

Vizio sound bar.

2. Factory Reset

Performing a factory reset on your VIZIO soundbar completely erases any custom settings and/or preferences to their original factory settings.

  1. Press and hold the Bluetooth and Volume Down buttons simultaneously for five seconds.
Vizio soundbar controls highlighting the Bluetooth and volume down buttons.
  1. All 12 LEDs will flash three times. 
View of the Vizio soundbar's LED lights lit.
  1. The factory reset is complete.