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...the Remote Control Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Output specifications for the different sound effect modes Adjusting the Soundbar volume with HDMI Method 2. CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components 8 Inserting Batteries before using an Optical Cable 06 Using a wireless connection ...to the TV 18 19 21 23 Method 1. Connecting with a TV remote control 04 Connecting the Soundbar 11 16 16 17 18 Connecting Electrical Power Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) Connecting an SWA-W500 (Sold Separately) 05 Using ...
...the Remote Control Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Output specifications for the different sound effect modes Adjusting the Soundbar volume with HDMI Method 2. CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components 8 Inserting Batteries before using an Optical Cable 06 Using a wireless connection ...to the TV 18 19 21 23 Method 1. Connecting with a TV remote control 04 Connecting the Soundbar 11 16 16 17 18 Connecting Electrical Power Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) Connecting an SWA-W500 (Sold Separately) 05 Using ...
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07 Connecting an External Device Connecting using an Optical Cable 08 Connecting a USB Storage Device 09 Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth Using Tap Sound 10 Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions Wallmount Components 11 Installing the Soundbar in front of TV 12 Software Update Reset 13 Troubleshooting 14 License 15 Open Source License Notice 16 Important Notes About Service 17 Specifications and Guide Specifications 29 29 30 32 32 37 38 38 38 40 41 42 43 44 45 45 46 46 ENG - 7
07 Connecting an External Device Connecting using an Optical Cable 08 Connecting a USB Storage Device 09 Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth Using Tap Sound 10 Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions Wallmount Components 11 Installing the Soundbar in front of TV 12 Software Update Reset 13 Troubleshooting 14 License 15 Open Source License Notice 16 Important Notes About Service 17 Specifications and Guide Specifications 29 29 30 32 32 37 38 38 38 40 41 42 43 44 45 45 46 46 ENG - 7
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... back cover back into position. ENG - 8 01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS Soundbar Main Unit PAIR SOUND MODE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR Soundbar Remote Control (AH81-09748A) / Batteries HDMI Cable (AH81-11166A) AC/DC Adapter (Soundbar) (AH81-13937A) Power Cord (Soundbar) (AH81-11185A) Wall Mount Guide x 2 Holder-Screw x 2 ... to the label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) •• To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care. •• For more information about the wallmount see ...
... back cover back into position. ENG - 8 01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS Soundbar Main Unit PAIR SOUND MODE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR Soundbar Remote Control (AH81-09748A) / Batteries HDMI Cable (AH81-11166A) AC/DC Adapter (Soundbar) (AH81-13937A) Power Cord (Soundbar) (AH81-11185A) Wall Mount Guide x 2 Holder-Screw x 2 ... to the label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) •• To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care. •• For more information about the wallmount see ...
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The color of the LED indicator and the number of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on and off . Source LED Indicator White On -> Off White On -> Off White On -> Off "Digital Audio In" or "TV ARC" "Bluetooth" "... Turns the power on the top. Each time you change the mode. Top Panel The LED Indicator flashes, glows, or changes color depending on the Soundbar's current mode or status.
The color of the LED indicator and the number of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on and off . Source LED Indicator White On -> Off White On -> Off White On -> Off "Digital Audio In" or "TV ARC" "Bluetooth" "... Turns the power on the top. Each time you change the mode. Top Panel The LED Indicator flashes, glows, or changes color depending on the Soundbar's current mode or status.
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...sound. •• If you turn on the USB deDvIGicITeALtAhUrDoIOuINgh tHhDeMSI oundbar. Bottom Panel of the AC/DC power adapter from both the TV and Soundbar, go to the Settings menu for the TV audio and change the TV speaker to External Speaker. Do not pull the cable. •• ...(optical) output of an external device. HDMI (ARC) Connect to the HDMI (ARC) port on a TV. •• When disconnecting the power cable of the Soundbar IDSET NETWORK ID SET NETWORK DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) HDMI (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V USB (5V 0.5A...
...sound. •• If you turn on the USB deDvIGicITeALtAhUrDoIOuINgh tHhDeMSI oundbar. Bottom Panel of the AC/DC power adapter from both the TV and Soundbar, go to the Settings menu for the TV audio and change the TV speaker to External Speaker. Do not pull the cable. •• ...(optical) output of an external device. HDMI (ARC) Connect to the HDMI (ARC) port on a TV. •• When disconnecting the power cable of the Soundbar IDSET NETWORK ID SET NETWORK DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) HDMI (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V USB (5V 0.5A...
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..." or "TV ARC" / "Bluetooth" / SOUND MODE "USB" mode if there is no audio signal for 20 minutes. (Source) Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. (Mute) Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to Use the Remote Control Power Turns the...
..." or "TV ARC" / "Bluetooth" / SOUND MODE "USB" mode if there is no audio signal for 20 minutes. (Source) Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. (Mute) Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to Use the Remote Control Power Turns the...
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... on when it receives a connection request from any content. -- Standard Outputs the original sound. •• Bluetooth Power On/Off This feature automatically turns the Soundbar on , loud sound is On by default. -- SOUND MODE By pressing the button, you apply dynamic range control to Dolby Digital tracks. Each time the... select the desired audio mode. Press and hold the SOUND MODE button for more natural and room filling sound for more than 5 seconds while the Soundbar is powered off to turn DRC (Dynamic Range Control) on the characteristics of the content. --
... on when it receives a connection request from any content. -- Standard Outputs the original sound. •• Bluetooth Power On/Off This feature automatically turns the Soundbar on , loud sound is On by default. -- SOUND MODE By pressing the button, you apply dynamic range control to Dolby Digital tracks. Each time the... select the desired audio mode. Press and hold the SOUND MODE button for more natural and room filling sound for more than 5 seconds while the Soundbar is powered off to turn DRC (Dynamic Range Control) on the characteristics of the content. --
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Bluetooth PAIR Switch the Soundbar to select the previous music file. ENG - 13 Press the Left button to Bluetooth pairing mode. When you press the button, the LED display changes ...
Bluetooth PAIR Switch the Soundbar to select the previous music file. ENG - 13 Press the Left button to Bluetooth pairing mode. When you press the button, the LED display changes ...
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... buttons. (Sound Control) By pressing the button, you can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to+6. If the video on the TV and audio from the Soundbar are selectable using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is only supported for about 5 seconds. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor...
... buttons. (Sound Control) By pressing the button, you can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to+6. If the video on the TV and audio from the Soundbar are selectable using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is only supported for about 5 seconds. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor...
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...or down to adjust the woofer level to -12 or between -6 to +6. WOOFER (BASS) LEVEL SOUMNODDE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUMNODDE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUMNODDE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR When subwoofer is disconnected, push the button up or down to adjust the bass level between -6 to +6. To set ...the woofer (bass) volume level to 0 (Default), press the button. (If Soundbar connected to wireless subwoofer (sold separately)). ...
...or down to adjust the woofer level to -12 or between -6 to +6. WOOFER (BASS) LEVEL SOUMNODDE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUMNODDE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUMNODDE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR When subwoofer is disconnected, push the button up or down to adjust the bass level between -6 to +6. To set ...the woofer (bass) volume level to 0 (Default), press the button. (If Soundbar connected to wireless subwoofer (sold separately)). ...
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To purchase a Kit or the Subwoofer, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Hidden Button Remote Control Button Function WOOFER (Up) TV remote control On/... Output specifications for the different sound effect modes Effect Input Adaptive Sound Music DTS Virtual:X Standard 2.0 ch 5.1 ch 2.0 ch 5.1 ch 2.0 ch 5.1 ch 2.0 ch 5.1 ch With Soundbar only 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 2.0 ch 3.0 ch Output With Subwoofer Only With Subwoofer & Wireless Rear Speaker Kit 3.1 ch 5.1 ch 3.1 ch 5.1 ch 3.1 ch...
To purchase a Kit or the Subwoofer, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Hidden Button Remote Control Button Function WOOFER (Up) TV remote control On/... Output specifications for the different sound effect modes Effect Input Adaptive Sound Music DTS Virtual:X Standard 2.0 ch 5.1 ch 2.0 ch 5.1 ch 2.0 ch 5.1 ch 2.0 ch 5.1 ch With Soundbar only 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 3.0 ch 2.0 ch 3.0 ch Output With Subwoofer Only With Subwoofer & Wireless Rear Speaker Kit 3.1 ch 5.1 ch 3.1 ch 5.1 ch 3.1 ch...
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... Sony, Sharp, PHILIPS, PANASONIC, TOSHIBA, Hisense, RCA TV remote control On/Off 1. Remote Control Button SOUMNODDE WOOFER 5 Sec VOL SOUNDBAR LED Indicator Red Blinks X1 "Off-TV Remote" (Default mode) Status Disable the TV remote control. The LED indicator status changes each ...: "Off-TV Remote" (Default mode), "Samsung-TV Remote", "All-TV Remote". SOUMNODDE WOOFER 5 Sec VOL SOUNDBAR Cyan Blinks X1 "Samsung-TV Remote" Enable a Samsung TV's IR remote control. Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control Adjust the Soundbar volume using the TV's remote control. •...
... Sony, Sharp, PHILIPS, PANASONIC, TOSHIBA, Hisense, RCA TV remote control On/Off 1. Remote Control Button SOUMNODDE WOOFER 5 Sec VOL SOUNDBAR LED Indicator Red Blinks X1 "Off-TV Remote" (Default mode) Status Disable the TV remote control. The LED indicator status changes each ...: "Off-TV Remote" (Default mode), "Samsung-TV Remote", "All-TV Remote". SOUMNODDE WOOFER 5 Sec VOL SOUNDBAR Cyan Blinks X1 "Samsung-TV Remote" Enable a Samsung TV's IR remote control. Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control Adjust the Soundbar volume using the TV's remote control. •...
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...(OPTICAL) (ARC) label attached to rest the AC/DC Adapter flat on automatically. •• Make sure to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit NOTES DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI OUT (OPTICAL) (TV-ARC) •• If you unplug and reconnect the power cord when the product is... ID SET NETWORK DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI (OPTICAL) (ARC) SERVICE DC 19V Power Cord USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V Bottom of the IDSET NETWORK Soundbar Main Unit) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V 1. Connect the AC/DC adapter (with the AC cord input faUcSinBg(5uVpw0.a5rAd)s, wDaCte2r4oVr other foreign substances...
...(OPTICAL) (ARC) label attached to rest the AC/DC Adapter flat on automatically. •• Make sure to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit NOTES DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI OUT (OPTICAL) (TV-ARC) •• If you unplug and reconnect the power cord when the product is... ID SET NETWORK DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI (OPTICAL) (ARC) SERVICE DC 19V Power Cord USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V Bottom of the IDSET NETWORK Soundbar Main Unit) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V 1. Connect the AC/DC adapter (with the AC cord input faUcSinBg(5uVpw0.a5rAd)s, wDaCte2r4oVr other foreign substances...
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... SET button on the Wireless Receiver Module blinks. For more about the LED, please refer to the speaker. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to your Soundbar. 1. SURROUND-LEFT SURROUND-LEFT LR SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET LR SURROUND-RIGHT SURROUND-RIGHT SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω... ENG - 19 The speaker cables are color coded. Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9100S, sold separately) to 2 Surround Speakers. --
... SET button on the Wireless Receiver Module blinks. For more about the LED, please refer to the speaker. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to your Soundbar. 1. SURROUND-LEFT SURROUND-LEFT LR SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET LR SURROUND-RIGHT SURROUND-RIGHT SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω... ENG - 19 The speaker cables are color coded. Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9100S, sold separately) to 2 Surround Speakers. --
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... Indicator Red → Green → Blue Blinks PAIR 5 Sec Pairing Cyan Blinks X3 SOMUONDDE Connection is complete CAUTION •• If your Soundbar was playing music when it connects to the SWA-9100S, you may hear some stuttering from Step 2 through 4. If the SWA-9100S is established... between the Soundbar and the Wireless Receiver Module. 5. 3. Check if the LINK LED is complete, the Multicolor LED changes as the connection finalizes. 4. ENG - ...
... Indicator Red → Green → Blue Blinks PAIR 5 Sec Pairing Cyan Blinks X3 SOMUONDDE Connection is complete CAUTION •• If your Soundbar was playing music when it connects to the SWA-9100S, you may hear some stuttering from Step 2 through 4. If the SWA-9100S is established... between the Soundbar and the Wireless Receiver Module. 5. 3. Check if the LINK LED is complete, the Multicolor LED changes as the connection finalizes. 4. ENG - ...
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... pressing the (Power) button on the Wireless Subwoofer blinks. VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR POWER ID SET IDPOSEWTER 5 Sec ID SET Blue blinking POWER ID SET POWER POWER ID SET ID SET Rear of the Wireless Subwoofer Front of ...
... pressing the (Power) button on the Wireless Subwoofer blinks. VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR POWER ID SET IDPOSEWTER 5 Sec ID SET Blue blinking POWER ID SET POWER POWER ID SET ID SET Rear of the Wireless Subwoofer Front of ...
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... 2 through 4. Glows blue. ENG - 22 If a steel-concrete or metallic wall is about 32.8 ft (10 m), but may not operate at all connections between the Soundbar and the Wireless Subwoofer. Wireless receiving antennas are complete. -- For optimal listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless subwoofer and Wireless Receiver...
... 2 through 4. Glows blue. ENG - 22 If a steel-concrete or metallic wall is about 32.8 ft (10 m), but may not operate at all connections between the Soundbar and the Wireless Subwoofer. Wireless receiving antennas are complete. -- For optimal listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless subwoofer and Wireless Receiver...
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... signal is received first. •• To connect the HDMI cable between the TV and Soundbar, be output. •• The recommended cable is output from the Soundbar. Connect to the HDMI (ARC) port of the Soundbar LED Indicator White On -> Off "TV ARC" 1. ENG - 23 Connecting with Ethernet. ... TV. 3. HDMI IN (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI Cable HDMI (ARC) SERVICE DC 19V Top of the Soundbar Bottom of the Soundbar main unit. With the Soundbar and TV turned off, connect the HDMI cable as shown in the figure. 2. Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio ...
... signal is received first. •• To connect the HDMI cable between the TV and Soundbar, be output. •• The recommended cable is output from the Soundbar. Connect to the HDMI (ARC) port of the Soundbar LED Indicator White On -> Off "TV ARC" 1. ENG - 23 Connecting with Ethernet. ... TV. 3. HDMI IN (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI Cable HDMI (ARC) SERVICE DC 19V Top of the Soundbar Bottom of the Soundbar main unit. With the Soundbar and TV turned off, connect the HDMI cable as shown in the figure. 2. Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio ...
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•• When the TV sound is not output, press the top panel of the Soundbar or the (Source) button on the remote control to select the "Digital Audio In" ... connection again. •• Use the volume buttons on the TV's remote control to change the setting to the Soundbar with an HDMI cable, you can transmit the digital video and audio data without connecting a separate optical cable. •...•• When you connect the TV that you change the volume on the Soundbar. If you will experience better sound quality. (The TV menu may use a coreless HDMI cable if possible.
•• When the TV sound is not output, press the top panel of the Soundbar or the (Source) button on the remote control to select the "Digital Audio In" ... connection again. •• Use the volume buttons on the TV's remote control to change the setting to the Soundbar with an HDMI cable, you can transmit the digital video and audio data without connecting a separate optical cable. •...•• When you connect the TV that you change the volume on the Soundbar. If you will experience better sound quality. (The TV menu may use a coreless HDMI cable if possible.
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... an Optical Cable Pre-connection Checklist •• When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is output from the Soundbar. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or remote control, and then select the "Digital Audio In" mode. 4. ENG - 25 The TV sound is...;• When you use an optical cable and the terminals have covers, be sure to remove the covers. Optical Cable (not supplied) Bottom of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE OPTICAL OUT Top of the SoundbaDrC 24V LED Indicator White On -> Off "Digital Audio In" 1.
... an Optical Cable Pre-connection Checklist •• When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is output from the Soundbar. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or remote control, and then select the "Digital Audio In" mode. 4. ENG - 25 The TV sound is...;• When you use an optical cable and the terminals have covers, be sure to remove the covers. Optical Cable (not supplied) Bottom of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE OPTICAL OUT Top of the SoundbaDrC 24V LED Indicator White On -> Off "Digital Audio In" 1.