The boAt Aavante Bar 3200D ushers in a new era of home entertainment with its commanding 350W RMS boAt Signature Sound enriched by Dolby Audio decoding and built-in 3D Surround Sound. What sets it apart is the inclusion of wireless rear speakers — automatically pairing with the soundbar on power-on for an effortless 2.1+ surround soundstage. Add Coaxial (digital) input alongside HDMI ARC, Optical, BT, AUX, and USB, and the 3200D becomes the most connectivity-rich mid-range soundbar in boAt’s lineup. A 64GB USB drive compatibility, LED mode indicators, and multi-device remote control round out an exceptionally complete package.
Step-by-Step Setup & Configuration Guide
1. Wireless Rear Speaker Auto-Pairing
Power on both the soundbar and rear speakers. They pair automatically within 10 seconds — no manual steps needed. If they don’t pair: Long-press Play/Pause on the remote for 3 seconds (soundbar enters PAIR mode, display shows ‘PAIR’). Then long-press the PAIR button on each rear speaker’s back for 3 seconds. Both devices connect within 10 seconds.
2. TV via HDMI (ARC)
Connect HDMI from TV’s HDMI ARC port to soundbar. On TV: Settings → Sound → Digital Audio Output → PCM or Fixed. Enable HDMI-CEC. Press remote → select ARC (LED shows ‘ARC’).
3. TV via Optical
Remove caps from optical cable. Insert into TV Optical Out and soundbar OPT IN. Set TV audio to Optical/SPDIF. Select OPT on remote.
4. Coaxial Digital Input
Connect digital coaxial cable from TV/source Coaxial Out to soundbar COAXIAL IN. Select COA mode (press INPUT until LED shows ‘COA’).
5. Bluetooth Pairing
Press INPUT → BT mode (LED flashes). Search for ‘Aavante Bar 3200D’ on your device. Tap to pair. LED steady = connected.
6. USB Playback (Up to 64GB)
Insert FAT32 USB flash drive (MP3/WAV). Soundbar auto-switches to USB mode. Remote controls play/pause/skip. USB memory function resumes from last played position.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Details
Model
boAt Aavante Bar 3200D
Audio Output
350W RMS (2.1 Channel + Dolby Audio)
Impedance
4Ω×10 + 4Ω
Frequency Response
45Hz – 20KHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
≥ 70dB
Bluetooth Version
v5.0 — All Bluetooth Devices Compatible
USB Support
Up to 64GB (MP3, WAV formats)
Connectivity
Bluetooth v5.0, HDMI (ARC), Optical (TOSLINK), Coaxial (Digital), 3.5mm AUX, USB
EQ Modes
Music, Movie, News
Surround Technology
Dolby Audio + 3D Surround Sound
Rear Speakers
Wireless Rear Speakers (auto-pair on power-on)
LED Indicators
Red (Standby), BT, USB, AUX, OPT, ARC, COA
Wall Mountable
Yes
Remote Control
Yes — Fully Functional IR Remote Included
Complete FAQ & Troubleshooting Manual
Click each question to expand the full answer. All questions sourced from official boAt support documentation.
Installation & Rear Speaker FAQs
▸ How do I install and pair the rear speakers?
Power on the system — rear speakers auto-pair within 10 seconds. If not: Long-press Play/Pause on remote (3 sec) until display shows PAIR. Then long-press the PAIR button on each rear speaker (3 sec). They connect within 10 seconds automatically.
▸ If I accidentally press the PAIR button on the rear speaker, will I lose the connection?
The speakers will disconnect temporarily but automatically reconnect within 1 minute without any manual action needed.
▸ How do I connect via Bluetooth?
Press INPUT to select BT mode. Search for ‘Aavante Bar 3200D’ on your device and connect. LED stops flashing when paired.
▸ Does it connect to Amazon Firestick directly?
No. Connect Firestick to TV’s HDMI, then connect soundbar to TV via HDMI ARC or Optical.
Sound Issue Troubleshooting
▸ No sound output — how to troubleshoot step by step?
AUX: Ensure 3.5mm jack is fully inserted and source is playing audio.
HDMI ARC: Use ARC-labeled HDMI port. Set TV audio output to PCM/Fixed — not Variable. Enable HDMI-CEC.
Optical: Remove protective caps from cable ends. Set TV to Optical SPDIF.
Coaxial: Confirm coaxial cable is in COAXIAL IN port. Set TV to coaxial audio output.
Bluetooth: Confirm solid blue LED (not flashing). Device should be playing audio with volume up.
USB: Use FAT32 formatted drive with MP3/WAV files only.
▸ Sound is distorted or quality is poor?
Remove EQ settings on the source device — let soundbar handle EQ.
Bring source closer, remove obstacles.
Distortion only at high volumes is normal — reduce master volume, increase bass separately.
Test with another device or media player.
Try a different power socket.
▸ What do the LED display indicators mean?
Red = Standby | BT = Bluetooth | USB = USB Drive | AUX = AUX Cable | OPT = Optical | ARC = HDMI ARC | COA = Coaxial
Remote Control Issues
▸ Remote control not working?
Replace batteries (check polarity +/-).
Point remote directly at IR sensor (within 5m).
Playback controls won’t work in AUX mode — switch to BT or USB.
Select correct source before pressing play/pause.
Check for physical damage.
General & Technology FAQs
▸ Does it support Dolby Audio?
Yes — the Aavante Bar 3200D supports Dolby Audio digital decoding. Connect via HDMI ARC and play Dolby content from streaming apps for the full effect.
▸ Does it have an FM radio?
No FM radio built-in.
▸ Does it support Alexa?
No.
▸ Is it wall mountable?
Yes, wall-mounting brackets are included.
▸ Can the subwoofer be used independently?
No. It only works with this soundbar system.
▸ Does it work on devices other than a TV?
Yes — any device with Bluetooth, AUX, or USB compatibility.
▸ How does Auto Standby work?
After 30 minutes of no audio input, it enters standby. Any button press or incoming audio signal wakes it up.
▸ USB file support — what formats and sizes?
Up to 64GB USB drives with MP3 and WAV files. USB memory function saves your last played position.