How to prepare your soundbar or home theater system for lightning strikes and power outages

There are two types of lightning: direct lightning and induced lightning. Direct lightning is where lightning strikes objects or buildings directly, and induced lightning is where high voltage or high current flows through power lines due to nearby lightning strikes.

When lightning does strike, both high voltage and high current can occur, which may be transmitted to your soundbar or home theater system through outlets, potentially causing damage. In the event of a power outage, the sudden abnormal electricity that occurs when power is restored can negatively affect your soundbar or home theater system.

Note: When thunder starts, there is a risk of electric shock — do not touch any antenna cables or power plugs. Additionally, during a power outage, there is a risk of injury from falling in the dark. Be cautious when performing the steps below.

When thunderstorms are expected

Follow these steps:

1. Turn off your soundbar or home theater system and unplug the power cord (mains lead).
   Hint: We also recommended unplugging the power cords (main leads) of other devices.
2. Disconnect all external cables, such as HDMI cables, LAN cables, and antenna cables connected to a TV.
3. Once the thunderstorm has passed, reconnect the power cord (mains lead) and any other cables you disconnected.

When power outages are expected

• Perform steps 1 and 3 above.

When the soundbar or home theater system does not turn on after a thunderstorm or power outage

• Make sure the soundbar/home theater system and TV are securely plugged in and connected to the correct terminals with the correct cables.
• Unplug the power cord (mains lead) from the outlet to turn off the power, and then plug it back in after waiting for a few minutes.
• If your soundbar or home theater system still doesn't operate normally, a repair may be necessary.