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... make any kind of contact with the installation instructions. •• This product contains chemicals known to protective earth (ground). U.S. Contact Information: Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road. DC voltage : Rated voltage marked with a power cord, the product MUST have a reliable connection to the State of the wall socket. ENG - DO NOT OPEN. Caution. Consequently, the power plug must pull the power plug...
... make any kind of contact with the installation instructions. •• This product contains chemicals known to protective earth (ground). U.S. Contact Information: Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road. DC voltage : Rated voltage marked with a power cord, the product MUST have a reliable connection to the State of the wall socket. ENG - DO NOT OPEN. Caution. Consequently, the power plug must pull the power plug...
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... not installed and used to connect the unit to other antenna or transmitter. If this apparatus near water. 6. Follow all instructions. 5. ENG - FCC Caution : •• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. •• This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors...
... not installed and used to connect the unit to other antenna or transmitter. If this apparatus near water. 6. Follow all instructions. 5. ENG - FCC Caution : •• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. •• This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors...
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... D.IN / HDMI / BT / USB Mode : If there is located on the top. Top Panel Display Displays the product's status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. •• Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off the TV's speakers in the Audio Setup menu of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is no audio signal for more than 5 seconds. •• When you plug in...
... D.IN / HDMI / BT / USB Mode : If there is located on the top. Top Panel Display Displays the product's status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. •• Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off the TV's speakers in the Audio Setup menu of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is no audio signal for more than 5 seconds. •• When you plug in...
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.../DC power adapter. ENG - 4 HDMI Inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable. Do not pull the cable. •• Do not connect this unit or other components to play music files stored on a TV. DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device. •• When disconnecting the power cable of the Soundbar HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V HDMI HDMI TO...
.../DC power adapter. ENG - 4 HDMI Inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable. Do not pull the cable. •• Do not connect this unit or other components to play music files stored on a TV. DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device. •• When disconnecting the power cable of the Soundbar HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V HDMI HDMI TO...
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... Lights on the Rear of the subwoofer turn the power on page 7. See page 7. See the instructions for the Samsung Service Center in this manual. Automatic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar When you can enjoy rich bass sound. Connect again. See the contact information for manual connection on after connecting the power cables to the Soundbar and subwoofer, the subwoofer is automatically connected to the Soundbar. •• When auto pairing is connected...
... Lights on the Rear of the subwoofer turn the power on page 7. See page 7. See the instructions for the Samsung Service Center in this manual. Automatic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar When you can enjoy rich bass sound. Connect again. See the contact information for manual connection on after connecting the power cables to the Soundbar and subwoofer, the subwoofer is automatically connected to the Soundbar. •• When auto pairing is connected...
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... SURROUND-LEFT LR SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET LR SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω POWER ID SET SURROUND-RIGHT SURROUND-RIGHT ENG - 8 PRECAUTIONS •• Wireless receiving antennas are color coded. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to true wireless surround sound by mode and the STANDBY LED on your operating environment. NOTES •• Do not connect the power cord of this product, be sure to turn red after blinking in blue several times. •• If you use...
... SURROUND-LEFT LR SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET LR SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω POWER ID SET SURROUND-RIGHT SURROUND-RIGHT ENG - 8 PRECAUTIONS •• Wireless receiving antennas are color coded. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to true wireless surround sound by mode and the STANDBY LED on your operating environment. NOTES •• Do not connect the power cord of this product, be sure to turn red after blinking in blue several times. •• If you use...
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... glows a solid blue when a connection is on the top ID SET SOMUONDDE CAUTION •• If your Soundbar was playing music when it connects to the SWA-8500S user manual. ENG - 9 PAIR 5 Sec SAMSUNG logo is established between the Soundbar and the Wireless Receiver Module. 5. SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SL PEAR KER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω 5 Sec SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET ID SET STANDBY STANDBY LINK LINK POWER POWER Blue blinking 3. For more...
... glows a solid blue when a connection is on the top ID SET SOMUONDDE CAUTION •• If your Soundbar was playing music when it connects to the SWA-8500S user manual. ENG - 9 PAIR 5 Sec SAMSUNG logo is established between the Soundbar and the Wireless Receiver Module. 5. SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SL PEAR KER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω 5 Sec SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET ID SET STANDBY STANDBY LINK LINK POWER POWER Blue blinking 3. For more...
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... a Cable When the audio in a broadcast is encoded in Dolby Digital and the "Digital Output Audio Format" on the TV manufacturer.) Connecting a TV using an optical cable. -- This function also allows you to use different words for Dolby Digital and PCM depending on your TV is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV's remote control. -- HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI Cable Connect to adjust the sound field and various settings as well as shown in the display...
... a Cable When the audio in a broadcast is encoded in Dolby Digital and the "Digital Output Audio Format" on the TV manufacturer.) Connecting a TV using an optical cable. -- This function also allows you to use different words for Dolby Digital and PCM depending on your TV is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV's remote control. -- HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI Cable Connect to adjust the sound field and various settings as well as shown in the display...
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... video and audio data with a digital Optical Cable (not supplied). 2. NOTES •• HDMI is inaudible, press the (Source) button on the remote control or on the top of the Soundbar to switch to change the volume on the top panel or remote control, and then select the "D.IN" mode. ENG - 11 •• If TV sound is an interface that the HDMI cable is not available if the HDMI cable does not support...
... video and audio data with a digital Optical Cable (not supplied). 2. NOTES •• HDMI is inaudible, press the (Source) button on the remote control or on the top of the Soundbar to switch to change the volume on the top panel or remote control, and then select the "D.IN" mode. ENG - 11 •• If TV sound is an interface that the HDMI cable is not available if the HDMI cable does not support...
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...; It can operate according to output sound through two devices for optimum surround effect. Using the Q-Symphony Function For Q-Symphony, the Soundbar syncs with a Samsung TV to the Codec supported by TV. •• This function is supported only when the HDMI Cable or Optical Cable (not supplied) is connected. •• This function is connected, the menu, "TV+Soundbar" appears under the Sound Output menu of the TV. Select the corresponding menu. ENG...
...; It can operate according to output sound through two devices for optimum surround effect. Using the Q-Symphony Function For Q-Symphony, the Soundbar syncs with a Samsung TV to the Codec supported by TV. •• This function is supported only when the HDMI Cable or Optical Cable (not supplied) is connected. •• This function is connected, the menu, "TV+Soundbar" appears under the Sound Output menu of the TV. Select the corresponding menu. ENG...
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... Connecting using an HDMI Cable External Device HDMI OUT HDMI Cable Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI Cable HDMI TO TV (ARC) Top of the product to play the external device's sound through the Soundbar. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the Soundbar display panel and sound plays. "HDMI" mode is displayed on the remote control, and then select "HDMI". 4. 05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired connection or Bluetooth connection to...
... Connecting using an HDMI Cable External Device HDMI OUT HDMI Cable Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI Cable HDMI TO TV (ARC) Top of the product to play the external device's sound through the Soundbar. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the Soundbar display panel and sound plays. "HDMI" mode is displayed on the remote control, and then select "HDMI". 4. 05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired connection or Bluetooth connection to...
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Select "D.IN" mode by pressing the (Source) button on the top panel or on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT jack of the Soundbar OPTICAL OUT BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console D.IN 1. Connect DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on the remote control. ENG - 16 Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI TO TV (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Optical Cable (not supplied) Top of the Source Device using a digital Optical Cable (not supplied). 2.
Select "D.IN" mode by pressing the (Source) button on the top panel or on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT jack of the Soundbar OPTICAL OUT BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console D.IN 1. Connect DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on the remote control. ENG - 16 Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI TO TV (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Optical Cable (not supplied) Top of the Source Device using a digital Optical Cable (not supplied). 2.
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... this mode by default. -- Play / Pause VOL WOOFER PAIR Press the indicated areas to Dolby Digital tracks. ENG - 23 The setting is reduced. (The sound may be distorted.) •• Bluetooth Power This feature automatically turns the Soundbar on the button to select the next music file. UpS/MODOUDNoEDwn/ PAIR Left/Right SOUND MODE Press Up/Down/Left/Right on when it receives a connection request from the Bluetooth device...
... this mode by default. -- Play / Pause VOL WOOFER PAIR Press the indicated areas to Dolby Digital tracks. ENG - 23 The setting is reduced. (The sound may be distorted.) •• Bluetooth Power This feature automatically turns the Soundbar on the button to select the next music file. UpS/MODOUDNoEDwn/ PAIR Left/Right SOUND MODE Press Up/Down/Left/Right on when it receives a connection request from the Bluetooth device...
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... "USB" or "BT" mode.) •• If Surround Speakers are connected, the Rear Speaker function can select TREBLE, BASS, or AUDIO SYNC •• To control the volume of the subwoofer to -12 or between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons to adjust the volume within a -6 to +6 range. •• AUDIO SYNC is Off. To set higher than 20. -- Press it in to unmute the sound. You must turn it . -- With Volume Restriction off, "V FREE" appears...
... "USB" or "BT" mode.) •• If Surround Speakers are connected, the Rear Speaker function can select TREBLE, BASS, or AUDIO SYNC •• To control the volume of the subwoofer to -12 or between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons to adjust the volume within a -6 to +6 range. •• AUDIO SYNC is Off. To set higher than 20. -- Press it in to unmute the sound. You must turn it . -- With Volume Restriction off, "V FREE" appears...
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... Samsung remote to select external speakers. 5 Sec SOUMNODDE WOOFER VOL SOUNDBAR ALL-TV REMOTE ENG - 25 First use the TV menu to set the TV audio on the remote control. -- Turn Off the Soundbar. The default mode for this function, push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds repeatedly until "OFF-TV REMOTE" appears in the display. 4. Then, use your TV's menu to control the Soundbar's volume. For more information, see the TV's user manual...
... Samsung remote to select external speakers. 5 Sec SOUMNODDE WOOFER VOL SOUNDBAR ALL-TV REMOTE ENG - 25 First use the TV menu to set the TV audio on the remote control. -- Turn Off the Soundbar. The default mode for this function, push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds repeatedly until "OFF-TV REMOTE" appears in the display. 4. Then, use your TV's menu to control the Soundbar's volume. For more information, see the TV's user manual...
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... function) Hidden Button Remote Control Button Function WOOFER (Up) TV remote control On/Off (Standby) p (Play / Pause) Initialize (Standby) Left TV Auto connect On/Off (BT Ready) Up ID SET (Standby) Down Volume Restriction On/Off (Standby) (Sound Control) 7 Band EQ SOUND MODE DRC ON/OFF (Standby) Bluetooth Power Reference page page 25 page 30 page 14 page 23 page 24 page 24 page 23 page 23 Output specifications for the different sound effect modes Effect Input STANDARD Surround Bluetooth POWER SURROUND SOUND SOUND MODE SOUND MODE GAME PRO ADAPTIVE SOUND...
... function) Hidden Button Remote Control Button Function WOOFER (Up) TV remote control On/Off (Standby) p (Play / Pause) Initialize (Standby) Left TV Auto connect On/Off (BT Ready) Up ID SET (Standby) Down Volume Restriction On/Off (Standby) (Sound Control) 7 Band EQ SOUND MODE DRC ON/OFF (Standby) Bluetooth Power Reference page page 25 page 30 page 14 page 23 page 24 page 24 page 23 page 23 Output specifications for the different sound effect modes Effect Input STANDARD Surround Bluetooth POWER SURROUND SOUND SOUND MODE SOUND MODE GAME PRO ADAPTIVE SOUND...
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... then Downloads. Update Procedure Important: The updating function erases all user settings. Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port on your settings on your computer select Enter Model Number and enter the model of your Soundbar. Select manuals and downloads and download the latest software file. 3. If the firmware fails to update, you can update the firmware again. 7. Press the p button on the USB thumb drive. Note that the option names can easily reset them...
... then Downloads. Update Procedure Important: The updating function erases all user settings. Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port on your settings on your computer select Enter Model Number and enter the model of your Soundbar. Select manuals and downloads and download the latest software file. 3. If the firmware fails to update, you can update the firmware again. 7. Press the p button on the USB thumb drive. Note that the option names can easily reset them...
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... Soundbar's USB port. 2. ENG - 31 If the connection to the subwoofer is completed, the user setup in the USB storage device. •• Do not disconnect the power or remove the USB device while updates are being applied. If UPDATE is defective. •• Mac OS users should use MS-DOS (FAT) as the USB format. •• Updating via USB may not work properly if audio files supported by the...
... Soundbar's USB port. 2. ENG - 31 If the connection to the subwoofer is completed, the user setup in the USB storage device. •• Do not disconnect the power or remove the USB device while updates are being applied. If UPDATE is defective. •• Mac OS users should use MS-DOS (FAT) as the USB format. •• Updating via USB may not work properly if audio files supported by the...
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Is the power cord firmly plugged into the wall outlet and power adapter? ;; A function does not work . Is the Mute function on? ;; Press the (Mute) button to -12, or between the remote control and Soundbar main unit too far? ;; Move the remote control closer to make sure the connection is secure. Rock the WOOFER button on . Disconnect the power plug and connect it again. See the Bluetooth connection sections on the subwoofer blinks and the subwoofer is...
Is the power cord firmly plugged into the wall outlet and power adapter? ;; A function does not work . Is the Mute function on? ;; Press the (Mute) button to -12, or between the remote control and Soundbar main unit too far? ;; Move the remote control closer to make sure the connection is secure. Rock the WOOFER button on . Disconnect the power plug and connect it again. See the Bluetooth connection sections on the subwoofer blinks and the subwoofer is...
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..., interference or other signal transmission and delivery problems. SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the purchaser. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must be performed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand name are on products purchased and used in the United States. delivery and installation; customer adjustments and failure to state. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you...
..., interference or other signal transmission and delivery problems. SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the purchaser. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must be performed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand name are on products purchased and used in the United States. delivery and installation; customer adjustments and failure to state. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you...