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rd SoundConnectTVSoundConnectletsyoutistentoaudiofromyourTVonyourSoundbarviaaBtuetoothconnectionandletsyoucontrotthesound,NDMIHDMttransmitsvideoandaudiosignalssimultaneously,andprovidesadearerpicture,TheunitisatsoequippedwiththeARCfunctionwhichletsyoulistentosoundfromyourTVthroughtheSoundbarviaanHDMtcable,ThisfunctionisonlyavaitaUeifyouconnecttheunittoanARCcompliantTkLSURROUNDSOUNDTheSURROUNDSOUNDfeatureaddsdepthandspaciousnesstoyourlisteningexperience,WirelessSubwooferSamsung'swirelessmoduledoesawaywithcablesrunningbetweenthemainunitandthesubwoofer_tnstead_thesubwooferconnectstoacompactwirelessmodulethatcommunicateswiththemainunit,SpecialSoundEffectsYoucanselectdifferentSoundEffects-STANDARD(OriginalSound)/MUSIC/ VOICE/ SPORTS/ CINEMA /NIGHT MODE - depending on the type of content you want to enjoy,

Multi-function Remote Control

You can use the supplied remote control to control various operations with the simple pressof a button,

USB Host Support

You can connect and play music files from external USBstorage devices such as MP3 players, USBflashmemo,5,, etc, using the Soundbar's USBHOSTfunction,

Btuetooth Function

You can connect a BhJetooth device to the Soundbar and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, allwithout wires!

Using Samsung Audio Remote App

Tocontrol the product with your Sma_ Device via the Samsung Audio Remote app, download the SamsungAudio Remote App by accessing the app through Google Playstore,

r'_ DOLBY_DiGiTAL

Manufactured under license from Dotby Laboratories, Dotby and the doubte-D symbol are trademarks ofDolby Laboratories,

2.0 Channel

For DTSpatents, see http:iipatents,dts,com, Manufactured under ticensefrom DTSLicensing Limited, DTS,the Symbol, & DTSand the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS 2,0 Channel isa trademark ofDTS,tnc, @DTS, tnc, A1tRights Rese_,ed,

l--I_m|The terms HDMt and HDMt HigMDefinition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMt Logo are trademarks orregistered trademarks of HDMt Licensing LLCin the United States and other countries,

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SAFELY INFORI?AT ON

SAFETY INFORMATIONSAFETY WARNINGSTO REDUCE THE RtSK OF ELECTRtCSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTS ARE INSIDE. REFERSER\.,'tCtNGTO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.

RISKOFELECTRICSHOCKDO

NOTOPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER SERVICEABLERARTSINSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.

The lighting flash and arrowhead within thetriangle indicates that there is dangerousvoltage Inside the product.

The explanation point within the triangleindicates that there are important instructionsaccompanying the product.

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of fire or eiectric shock, do not expose this appiiance to rain or moisture• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be secureiy attached to the flooffwail in accordance with the instaiiation instructions• This product contains chemicais known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity

CAUTION

• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing Do not put objects fiiled with liquids, such asvaseson the apparatus• To turn this apparatus off compietely, you must puil the power piug out of the wall socket, Consequentiy, the power piug

must be easiiyand read@ accessible at ail times

This product satisfies FCCregulations when shieided cablesand connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment,To prevent electromagnetic inter[erence with eiectric appiiances, such as radios and teievisions, use shieided cabies andconnectors for connections

FCCNOTE (for U,S,A):

This equipment has been tested and found to compiy with the iimits for a Ciass B digitai device, pursuant to Pad: 15 of the FCCRuies These iimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfui intederence in a residentiai instailation,

This equipment generates, usesand can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not instailed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmfui inted:erence to radio communications Noweve_, there is no guarantee that intederence wiilnot occur in a pad:icuiar installation

If this equipment does cause harmfui inter[erence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the intederence byone or more of the foilowing measures:

• Reorient or reiocate the receiving antenna,• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver• Connect the equipment to an outiet that is on a different circuit than the radio or?v'•Consuit the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for heip

Caution : FCCregulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user'sauthority to operate it,

Important Safety Instructions

Readthese operating instructions carefuily before using the unit, Foilowoperating instructions handy for future reference

1) Readthese instructions. 10)2) Keepthese Instructions3) Heedall warnings.4) Followall instructions. 11)5) Do not usethis apparatusnear water6) Cleanonly with drycloth. 12)7) Do not block any ventilation openings Installin accordance

with the manufacturer'sinstructions.8) Do not install nearany heat sourcessuchasradiators, heat

registers,stoves,or other apparatus(including amplifiers)

that produce heat. 13)9) Do notdefeat the safetypurposeof the polarizedor

grounding.typeplug. A polarizedplug hastwo bladeswithone wider than the other.A grounding typeplug hastwo 14)bladesand a third grounding prong.Thewide bladeor thethird prongare providedfor your safety.If the provided plugdoesnot fit into youroutlet, consult anelectricianforreplacementof the obsoleteoutlet.

ail the safety instructions iisted beiow Keep these

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinchedparticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the apparatus.Only use attachment!accessories specifiedby the manufacturerUse only with the cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table specified by themanufacturer or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution whenmoving the cart!apparatus combination toavoid injury from tip overUnplug this apparatus during lightning storms or whenunused for long periods of time

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing isrequired when the apparatus has been damaged in anyway, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquidhas been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, doesnot operate normally, or has been dropped

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SAFEFY _,_O k,_,_, 0 _

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the power requirements listed on theidentification sticker located on the back of your product_ Install your product horizontally, on a suitable base(furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4 inches)_Make sure the ventilation slots are notcovered_Do not place the unit on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot_ This unit is designedfor continuous use_To fully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC plug from the wall outJet_Unplug the unit ifyou intend to leave it unused for a long period of time_

During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug fromthe wall outtet_ Voltage peaks due to lightning coulddamage the unit_

Protect the product from moisture (ke_vases),andexcess heat (eg_ a fireplace) or equipment creatingstrong magnetic or electric fields_Disconnect thepower cable from the AC supply if the unitmalfunctions_ Your product is not intended forindustrial use_It is for personal use only_Condensation may occur if your product has beenstored in cold temperatu_s_ If transporting the unitduring the winter, wait approximately 2 hours untilthe unit has reached room temperature before using_

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or otherheat sources_This could lead to overheating andcause the unit to malfunction_

The batteries used with this product containchemicals that are harmful to the environment _Donot dispose of batteries in the general householdtrash_ A warning that batteries(battery pack orbatteries installed)shall not be exposed to excessiveheat such assunshine, fire or the like_Do not shortcircuit, disassemble, or overheat the batteries_Danger of explosion if batter}, is incorrectly replaced_Replaceonly with the same or equivalent type_

product and keep it away from children_ If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed insideany part of the body, seek immediate medical attention_

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CONTENTS

2 Licenses

3 SAFETY INFORMATION

3 Safety Warnings

4 Precautions

6 GETTING STARTED

6 Before reading the User's Manual

6 What's hduded

7 lop/Front Panel

8 Rear Panel

9 REMOTE CONTROL

9 Remote Control Buttons and Functions

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hstalling the Wall Mount

Detaching the Wall Mount

hstalling the bracket without referringto the Wall mount Bnstallation Guide

Connecting the Wireless Subwoofer

Connecting an External Device using anHDMB cable

Connecting an External Device usingAudio (analog) cable or Optical (digital)cable

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i7 Input mode

i7 ARC (HDMI OUT)

i8 Bluetooth

20 Using Samsung Audio Remote App

2i TV SoundConnect

22 USB

23 Software Update

24 TROUBLffSNOOTIN6

25 APPENDIX

25 Specifications

i Figuresand illustrations in this User Manual are{provided for reference orfly and may differ fromactual productappearance_

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GETTING STARTEDBEFORE READING THE USER'S MANUALNote the following terms before reading the user manual

icons used in this manual

Safety instructions and Troubleshooting

1) Besure to familiarize yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this pioduct_ (Seepage 3)

2) If a problem occurs, check Troubleshooting_ (See page 24)

Copyright

@2015 Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd_All rights reserved; no part of this user'smanual may be reproduced or copied without the prior writtenpermission of Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd_

WHAT'S iNCLUDEDCheck for the supplied accessories shown below.

(Wall Mount R: lEA)

Remote Control / Lithium Battery User Manual/Quick Guide Bracket-Wall Mount(3V : CR2032) (AH68-02805A) / (AH68-02689G) (L: AH61-03833A/

(AH59-02692E / 4301-001042) R : AH61-03834A)@

(Holder-screw1: 2EA)

(Holder-screw2:2EA)Wall Mount Guide Holder-screw Power Cord:2EA

AH63-03710A (AH61-03342A/600I -00I 96I ) (3903-000598:2EA)

(Wall Mount L: lEA)

DCAdapter Optical cable USBCable(BN44-00799A) (AH39-00925B) (AH39-01270A)

o The appearance of the accessoriesmay differ slightly from the illustrations above,

Use the dedicated USBcable to connect external USBdevices to the unit,

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DESCRIPTIONS

E ONS

TOP/FRONT PANEL

(Power) Button

Turnsthe poweron andoff,

y VOL-/+

Controts the votume tevel,

The numeric vatue of the vohJme tevelappears in the front panel display,

Displaysthe current mode,

tf there is no input from the product orremote controt for 25 seconds, thedisplay wit1 dimmer automatically,

(SOURCE) Button

Selects the DiN, AUX, HDMt, BT,TV,USBinput,

White the unit is powered on,pressing the ( _ ) button for morethan 3 secondssets the button toact as MUTE button_ To cancelMUTE button setup, press the ( _ )button for more than 3 secondsagain,

, When you turn on this unit, there wit1be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound,

, tf you want to enjoy the sound only from the Soundbar, you must turn off the TV's speakers in theAudio Setup memJof your TV, Refer to the owner's mamJat supplied with your T'_(

HDMI IN I

inputsdigitalvideoand audio

signalssimultaneouslyusinganHDMI cable,Usewhen

connecting a supportedexternal device,

AUX IN

Connect to the Anatog outputof an externat device,

(usBPort)Connect USBdevices such asMP3 ptayers here to play flieson the devices,

DC 24V (Power Supply In)Connect the DCpower adaptor

to the power supply jack, andthen connect the AC power

adaptor ph_gto a wall outlet

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OPTICALIN

Connect to the digital (optical)output of an external device,

HDM[ OUT (TV)

Outputs digitat video and audiosignalssimultaneouslyusingan

HDMt cable,

@ When disconnecting the power cable of the AC power adaptor from the watt outlet, pull the plug,Do not pull the cable,

o Do not connect this unit or other components to an AC outlet untit att connections betweencomponents are complete,

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REMOTE CONTROLREMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS AND FUNCTIONS

SOURCE

Pressto select a source connected to the Soundbar_

MUTE

You can turn the volume down to 0 with the push of a button_Pressagain to restore the sound to the previous volume level_

REPEAT

Pressto set the REPEATfunction during music playback from a USBdevice_

OFF-REPEAT: Cancels Repeat Playback_

TRACK-REPEAT: Repeatedly play a track_

ALUREPEAT: Repeatedly play all track£

RANDOM-REPEAT: Playstracks in random order_(A track that hasalready been played may be played again_)

Skip Forward

If there is more than one file on the device you are playing, and youpress the _1 button, the next file isselecte&

SOUNDCONTROL(*Use the I_l buttons to adjust level}Pressto select TREBLE,BASS,or AUDIO SYNC,Then, usethe I_*1buttons to adjust the Treble, Bassvolume from -6 to +6_tf the Soundbar is connected to a digital TV and the video appears outof sync with the audio, press the SOUNDCONTROLbutton to sync theaudio with the video_ Usethe I_ _1 buttons to set the audio delaybetween 0 ms and 300 m£ tn USBmode, TV mode, and BT mode, theAudio Syncfunction may not work_Pressand hold the SOUNDCONTROLbutton for about 5 seconds toadjust the sound for each frequency ban& 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz,12KHz,2_SKHz, 5KHz and 10KHz are selectable and each can beadjusted to a setting between -6 and +6_AUTO POWER

Auto Power Link: Synchronizes the Soundbar to a connected Opticalsource via the Optical jack so it turns on automatically when you turnon your TV_(Auto Power Link : Default OFF,ON-Anynet+ / OFF@OWERLINKorOFF-Anynet+ / ON@OWERLINK). The Anynet+ function lets youcontrol the Soundbar with the remote from an Anynet+ compatibleSamsung TV. The Soundbar must be connected to the TV via an HDMIcable.

* Anynet+:Press the AUTO POWERbutton to turn the Anynet+function on or of£

WOOFER (*Use the I_l button to adjust volume )You can control the woofer volume.

Pressthe I_ _1 button to increase or decrease the subwoofer volume.You can select SW (-12, -6,-5,-4,-3,-2,q ,0,+1 ,+2,+3,+4,+5,+6).

o Soundbar isa Samsung proprietary name_

o Operate the TV using the TV's remote controk

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POWER

Turns the Soundbar on and off,

VOLUME

Adjusts the volume level of the unit_

Play/Pause "--7Pressthe _ lirabutton to pause playing the file temporarily_

Pressthe _lm button again to play the selected fik

Skip BackIf there is more than one file on the device you are playing, and you

press the I_ button, the previous file isselected_

SOUND EFFECT

You can select different sound modes - STANDARD,MUSmC,VOmCE,SPORTS,CmNEMA,and NmGHTMODE - depending on the type of

sources you want to enjoy_

Pressthe SOUND EFFECTbutton on the remote controkSelectthe STANDARDmode if you want to enjoy the original sound_

* Night ModeThis will regulate and stabilize the volume level against a drasticvolume change caused by a channel change or scene transition_

Bluetooth POWER

Pressthe Bluetooth POWERbutton on the remote to turn theBluetooth POWERon function on and offi

Seepages 19 and 21 for details_

SOUND

Pressthe SOUND button on the remote to add depth andspaciousnessto the sound_

Pressthe SOUND on the remote controk

Eachtime the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows :ON-SURROUNDSOUND _ OFF-SURROUNDSOUND

_, Installing the Battery in the Remote Control

asShown in the figure above, Coveron and align the '@! marks side asfar as itwi!! go tofixby side asshown in the figure above, it in place,

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CONNECTIONS

_NSTAttiNG 'T_qEWALL MOUNT

You can usethe watt mount bracket to mount this unit on a watt,

Installation Precautions

tnstatt on a ve_icat watt onty,

o For the installation, avoid a tocation with high temperature orhumidRy, or a watt that cannot sustain the weight of the set,

, Check the strength of the watL tf the watt is not strongenough to support the unit, reinforce the watt or instatt theunit on a different watt that can support the unit's weight,

, Purchase and use the fixing screws or anchors appropriate forthe kind of wan you have (plaster board, iron board, wood,etc,), tf possible, fix the suppo¢ screws into watt studs,

, Purchase wan mounting screws according to the type andthickness of the watt you wit1mount the Soundbar on,

- Diameter : M5

- Length; 1 3/8 in (35 mm) or tonger recommended,

o Connect cables from the unit to extemat devices before youinstatt it on the watt,

, Make sure the unit is turned off and unplugged before youinstatt it, Othe_vise, it may cause an electric shock,

!. Ptacethe installation guide against the watt sudace,

_The installation guide must be tevel,

olnstatt at least 2 inches (5 cm) below the TV, if the TV is

mounted on the watt,

2. Mark the tocadon where the screws wit1go through on thewatt using a pen, and then remove the installation guide,

3. Fastenthe watt mounts and screws to the marked locations,

_The 1eftand right mounts are different shapes,

4. Secure the two hotder screws to the screw holes on the backof the Soundbar's main body, one on the teft and one on theright,

5. Insert the USBcable into the back of the Soundbar beforeinstalling it on the watt,

6. Set the hotder screws on the back of the Soundbar into the grooves of the watt mount.For safe installation, make sure to push the hotder screws att the way to the bottom of the grooves,

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DE'TA6_'qIH6 'THE WALL MOUNT

!. PuI the Soundbar upwards asshown in the figure to separateit from the watt mount,

Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid striking or dropping the unit.Secure the unit firmly to the watt so that it does not fat1off. tf the unit fattsoff, it may cause aninjury or damage the product.When the unit is installed on a watt, please make sure that chitdren do not pult any of theconnecting cables, as it may cause it to fat1.

® _r the optima1 pedormance of a wal mount installation, instal the speaker systemat 1east2 inches(5 cm) below the %/, if the TV ismounted on the wailFor your safety, if you do not mount the unit on the watt, instal it on a secure, fiat su,ffacewhere itis untikely to fat1.

IfHS_'_ALLIH6 'T_qE BRACKET W!'T_qOUT' REFERR NG "TO 'T_qEWALL-MOUIIT I_S]ALLAY_OH GUIDE

!. Ptacethe "Watt Mount L"on the desired watt su,ffacewhite paralleled to the floor as shown above, and fixa screw through the hote on its right end.

2. Ptacethe "Watt Mount R"on the desired watt su,ffacewhite paralleled to the floor as shown above, and fixa screw through the hote on its 1eft end.

_lf Wall Mount LiR are to be mounted beneath the TV,check their fixing hote positions in steps t and 2, sothat they are atigned appropriately to the center of the TV's bottom.

S. Fixscrews through the rest of hotes.12

CONNECT ONS

CONNECTING THE W_RELESS SUBWOOFER

The Subwoofer's linking lD is preset at the factory and the main unit and subwoofer should link (connectwirelessly) automatically when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on_ if the Link indicator ( _ ) does notlight when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on, please set the lD by following the procedure below_

ID SET O

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1. Plug the power cords of the main unit and subwoofer into an AC wall oudet_

2. Pressthe mDSETbutton on the back of the subwoofer with a small, pointed object for 5 second£

_The STANDBYindicator is turned off and the LiNK indicator (Blue LED) blinks quickly_

3. While the main unit ispowered off (in STANDBYmode), pressand hold the MUTE ( _ ) on the remotecontrol for 5 second£

4. The mDSETmessage appears on the Soundbar's display_

5. Tofinalize the link, turn the main unit's power on while the subwoofeCs Blue LEDblink£

_The main unit and the subwoofer should now be linked (connected)_

_The Link indicator (Blue LED)on the subwoofer should be on_

_lf the Link indicator isnot solid blue, the linking process hasfailed_ Turn off the main unit and start again

from Step 2_

_You can enjoy better sound from the wireless subwoofer by selecting a Sound Effect_(See page 1O)

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o Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the powercord,tf the main unit ispowered off, the wireless subwoofer wit1be in standby mode and the STANDBYLED on the upper side wit1come on after the Link indicator (Blue LED) blinks for 30 seconds,tf you use a device that uses the same frequency (2,4GHz) as the Soundbar near the Soundbar,intererence may cause some sound interruption,The transmission distance of the wireless signat between the main unit and subwoofer isabout 33ft,, but may va,5,depending on your operating environment tf a steel-concrete or metallic watt isbetween the main unit and the wireless subwoofer, the system may not operate at att, because thewireless signat cannot penetrate metat,tf the main unit doesn't make a wireless connection, fottow steps t -5 to re-set the connectionbetween the main unit and wireless subwoofer,

o The wireless receiving antenna is buitt into the wireless subwoofer, Keepthe unit away from waterand moisture,For optima1 listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless subwoofer tocationis dear of any obstructions,

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C _ " !ONNECT_NG AN EXTERNAL DEVICE USING AN H©MI CABLE

HDM] is the standard digitat intedace for connecting to TVs, projectors, DVD players, Btu-ray players, set topboxes, and more,

HDMI prevents any degradation to the signal due to conversion to analog and maintains the video andaudio quality of the original digital source

HDMI IN HDMI OUT (TV)

HDMI Cable

(not supplied)

Digital Devices

HDMI Cable(not supplied)

HDMI IN

Connect an HDM] cable (not supplied) from theHDMI IN jack on the back of the product to theHDM] OUT jack on your digitat device,

and,

HDM_ OUT (TV)

Connect an HDM] cable (not supplied) from theHDMI OUT (TV) jack on the back of the product tothe HDM] tN jack on your Tk(

HDMI OUT (ARC)

The ARC function allows digitat audio to output viathe HDMI OUT (ARC) port,tt can be enabled only when the Soundbar isconnected to a TV that suppo_s the ARC function

o Anynet+ must be turned on,

This function isnot available if the HDM]cable does not support ARC,

HDM] is an interlace that enables thedigitat transmission of video and audiodata with just a single connector,

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CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE USING AUDIO (ANALOG}P_° (D_GFAL} CABLECABLE OR O_ T,CAL

This unit comes equipped with one opticat in digital jack and one audio analog in jack, giving you two ways toconnect it to a TkL

AUX IN

t'_AUDIO

Audio Cable

(Not supplied)

OPTICAL IN

r O PTICAL "--_

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Game console

AUX IN

Connect AUX IN (Audio) on the main unit to theAUDIO OUT jack of the TV or Source Device,Change the function to AUX,

OPTICAL IN

Connect OPTBCALBN(Audio) on the main unit to theOPTICALOUT jack of the TV or Source Device,Change the function to DJN

o Do not connect the power cord of thisproduct or your TV to the watt outtet untitatt connections between components arecomplete,

o Before moving or installing this product,be sure to turn off the power anddisconnect the power cord,

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FUNCTIONS

iNPUT MODE

Pressthe (_) button on the main unit's top panel or the _ (SOURCE)button on the remote control toselect the mode you wan£

Optical Digital input DiN

AUX input AUX

HDMI input HDMm

BLUETOOTHmode BT

TV SoundConnect TV

USB mode USB

The unit turns off automatically in the followingsituation£

DJNiHDMYBTiTViUSB Mode

-If there is no audio signal for 25 minute£

AUX Mode

-If the AUX cable isdisconnected for 25 minutes

In Auto Power Down ON mode,if there is no

KEY input for 8 hours when the AUX cable isconnected_

-To turn the Auto Power Down functionON or

OFF,pressand hold the _ql button for 5

second£ OFF/ON-AUTO POWERDOWN

appears on the display_

ARC(HDM OUT)ARC (Audio Return Channel) transfers digital audio signal to the HDMI OUT (ARC) porL

HDMmCable

(Not supplied)

1. Connect the TV supporting ARC to the Soundbar with an HDMI cable_

2. Turn on the TV,and turn on the SoundbaPs Anynet+_

3. Pressthe (_) button on the main unit's top panel or the _ (SOURCE)button on the remote controlto select the DiN mode_

o If the HDMI cable does not support ARC feature, ARC may not work properly_To turn off the ARC function, turn Anynet+ of£

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YOucan connect a Btuetooth device to the Soundbar and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, allwithout wires!

To connect the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device

Check if the Btuetooth device supports the Btuetooth compliant stereo headset function.

o Connect

!. Pressthe (_) button on the main unit's top

panel or the ,,,_ (SOURCE)button on theremote control to select the tT mode.

oYOu wilt see IT READYon the front display

of the 5oundbar.

2. Selectthe Btuetooth menu on the Btuetoothdevice you want to connect. (Refer to theBtuetooth device's user manual.)

S. Selectthe Stereo headset menu on the Btuetoothdevice.

_YOu wit1seea tist of scanned devices.

4. Select "[Samsung] SoundbarJ-Sedes" from thelist.

_When the Soundbar isconnected to the

Btuetooth device, it wilt display [Btuetooth

device name] _ tT on the front display.

• The device name can onty be displayed in

English.An underline" _" wilt be displayed if the

name isnot in English.elf the Btuetooth device has failed to pair with

the Soundbar, delete the previous "[Samsung]

Soundbar J-Series" found by the Btuetoothdevice and have it search for the Soundbar

again.

5. Playmusic on the connected device.oYbu can listen to the music playing on the

connected Btuetooth device over the Soundbar.

tn BTmode, the PbyiPauseiNextiPrev functions

are not available. However, these functions are

available in Btuetooth devices supposingAVRCR

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ttuetooth device

tf asked for PIN code when connecting aBluetooth device, enter (0000>.Only one Btuetooth device can be pairedat a time.The I£uetooth connection wil be terminatedwhen you turn the Soundbarof LThe Soundbar may not perform Btuetoothsearch or connection correctly under thefollowing circumstances:- tf there isa strong electrical field around

the Soundbar.If severalSluetooth devicesaresimultaneouslypaired with the Soundbar.

- tf the Btuetooth device is turned off,not in place, or malfunctions.

- Note that such devices as microwaveovens, wireless LAN adaptors,fluorescent lights, and gas stoves usethe same frequency range as theBhJetooth device, which can causeelectric interference.

The Soundbar suppoCs SBCdata(44.1 kHHz,48kHIz).

o Connect only to a Btuetooth device thatsuppo_s the A2DP (AV) function.You cannot connect the Soundbar to aBhJetooth device that suppo_s onty the HF(Hands Free) function.Once paired the device,on DJNiAUXiI,IDMtiUSfl mode, select "[Samsung]Soundbar J-Series" from the list willautomatically change to tT mode.

Bluetooth POWER on (Bluetooth POWER)When the Btuetooth Power On function ison and the Soundbar is turned off, if a previously paired Btuetoothdevice tries to pair with the Soundba_ the Soundbar turns on automatically,

!. Pressthe Btuetooth POWERon the remote while the Soundbar is turned on,

2. ON-Btuetooth POWERappears on the Soundbar's display,

Available only if the Soundbar is tisted among the Btuetooth device'spaired devices, (The Btuetoothdevice and the Soundbar must have been previously paired at least once_)Soundbar wit1appear in the BhJetooth device's searched devices tist onty when the Soundbar isdisplaying [BT READY],tn the TV SoundConnect mode, the Soundbar cannot be paired to another BhJetooth device,

To disconnect the Bluetooth device from the Soundbar

You can disconnect the BhJetooth device from the Soundbar, For instructions, seethe BhJetooth device's usermanual,

The Soundbar wit1be disconnected_

When the Soundbar is disconnected from the BhJetooth device, the Soundbar wit1displayST DBSCONNECTEDon the front display,

To disconnect the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device

Pressthe _ (SOURCE)button on the remote control or the (_) button on the product's top panel toswitch from BTto another mode or turn off the Soundbar,

The connected BhJetooth device wilt wait a certain amount of time for a response from the Soundbarbefore terminating the connection, (Disconnection time may differ, depending on the BhJetooth device)

tn Btuetooth connection mode, the Btuetooth connection wilt be lost if the distance between theSoundbar and the BhJetooth device exceeds t 6,25 ft, (Sm),The Soundbar automatically turns off after 25 mimJtes in the Readystate,

More About BluetoothBhJetooth is a technology that enables BhJetootMcompliant devices to interconnect easily with each otherusing a short wireless connection,

A Btuetooth device may cause noise or malfunction, depending on usage, when:- A part of your body is in contact with the receiving/transmitting system of the BhJetooth device or the

Soundbar.

- tt is subject to electrical variation from obstructions caused by a watt, corner, or office partition.- tt isexposed to electrical interference from same frequency-band devices inchJding medical equipment,

microwave ovens, and wireless LANs,Pair the Soundbar with the Btuetooth device while they are close together,The further the distance between the Soundbar and BhJetooth device, the worse the quality is,tf the distance exceeds the BhJetooth operational range, the connection is lost,

o tn poor reception areas, the Btuetooth connection may not work properly,The Btuetooth connection only works when it is close to the unit, The connection wilt be automatically cutoff if the Btuetooth device isout of range, Even within range, the sound quality may be degraded byobstacles such as walls or doors,

Thiswireless device may cause electric interference during its operation,

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USING SAMSUNG AUDIO REMOTE APP

hstaH Samsung Audio Remote App

To control the product with your Smart Device via the Samsung Audio Remote app, download the SamsungAudio Remote App by accessing the app through Google Play store_

Accessing the Samsung Audio Remote App

After you install the Samsung Audio Remote app, foliow the instructions in the app_

® The APP function onty supports Android mobite phone devices running Android OS3,0 or tater,

2O

TV SOUNDCONNECT

You can enjoy TV sound through your Soundbar when it is connected to a Samsung TV that suppo_s the TVSoundConnect function,

Connecting a TV to the Soundbar

Connect

!. Turn on the TV and Soundbar,

oTum on the menu of the TV,_Move to Speaker Settings on "Sound" tab,

Set the "Add New Device" menu to "On",

2. Pressthe (_utton on the main unit's toppanel or the_;-_ (SOURCE)button on theremote controt to select the TV mode.

3. On the TV, a messageasking whether to enablethe TV SoundConnect function, "[Samsung]Soundbar" is displayed on the TV screen,

4. Select <Yes:>to finish connecting the TV andSoundbar by TV remote controt,

Switching the Soundbar's mode from -Rito another mode automatically terminatesTV SoundConnect,

To connect the Soundbar to another TV,the existing connection must beterminated.

o Terminate the connection to the existingTV, and then press the I_11button on theremote control for 5 seconds to connectto another Tk4

The TV SoundConnect(SoundSham)functionissupportedby some SamsungTVs releasedfrom2012 on,CheckwhetheryourTV supportstheTVSoundConnect(SoundSham)functionbeforeyou begin_(R)rfurtherinformation,refer to the TV's user manuaL)

tf your SamsungTV was released before2014, check the SoundSharesetting menu_

If the distance between the TV andSoundbar exceeds 1625 fL (Sm), theconnection may not be stable or the audiomay stutten If this occurs, relocate the TVor Soundbar so that they are withinoperational range, and then re-establishthe TV SoundConnect connection_

o TV SoundConnect Operational Ranges:

- Recommended pairing range: within20 inches (within 50cm)

- Recommended operational range:within t6.25 ft, (Sm)

The Play/Pause,Next, Prey buttons arenot operable in TV SoundConnect mode,

Using the Bluetooth POWER On

The Btuetooth POWEROn function isavailable afteryou have successfullyconnected the Soundbar to aBtuetooth compatible TV using TV SoundConnect,When the Btuetooth POWEROn function is ON,turning the connected TV on or off wit1turn theSoundbar's power on and off aswee

!. Connect the TV to your Soundbar using the TVSoundConnect function,

2. Pressthe Btuetooth POWERbutton on theSoundbar remote, "ONiOFF-BLUETOOTHPOWER"appears on the Soundbar's display,

ON-BLUETOOTHPOWER : The Soundbar turns

on and off when you turn the TV on or of L

oOFF-BLUETOOTHPOWER :The Soundbar onty

turns off when you turn the TV off,

o Thisfunctionissupportedbysome

Samsung TVs releasedfrom2013on,

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You can play music rites tocated on USBstorage devices through the Soundban

USBport Display

!. Connect the USBdevice to the USBport on theback of the product,

2. Pressthe (_) button on the main unit's toppanel or the _ (SOURCE)button on theremote controt to select the USBmode,

3. USBappears on the display screen,

_The Soundbar connection to the USBdevice is

complete,

_The Soundbar automatically turns off (Auto

Power Off) if no USBdevice has been

connected for more than 25 minutes,

Before you connect a USB device

Beaware of the following:

tf the fite name of a rite or folder on a USBdeviceexceeds t0 characters, it is not displayed on theSoundbar's dispby,

This product may not be compatible with certaintypes of USBstorage media,

The Soundbar supports the FAT16and FAT32fitesystems,

- The NTFSrite system is not supported,

Connect USBdevices directty to the USBport ofthe product, Othe_dse, you may encounter aUSBcompatibility problem,

o Do not connect multiple storage devices to theproduct via a multi-card reader, tt may notoperate property,

o Digitat camera PTPprotocols are not supported,

Do not remove the USBdevice white it is

transferring file£

DRM-protected music rites (MP3, WMA) fromcommercial web sites cannot be played,

o Extemat HDDsare not supported,

Mobite phone devicesare not supported,

Fite Format Type Compatibility list:

Codec Sampling Rat_ Bitrat_

MPEG 1Layer2

MPEG 1Layer3

MPEG2 Layer3

MPEG25

Layer3

Wave rbrrnat

MSAudiol

Wave rbrrnat

MSAudio2

AAC

AAC-LC

HE_AAC

OGG 110

FLAC110,

FLAC121

80kbps~320kbps

16KHz ~

48KHz

56kbps~128kbps

16KHz ~ 48kbps~320kbps

96KHz 128kbps~192kbps

24KHz ~48kbps~64kbps

96KHz

16KHz ~ up to3000kbps

48KHz 50kbps~500kbps

16KHz ~up to3000kbps

96KHz

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SOFTWARE UPDATE

Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar'ssystem firmware in the future,

tf an update isoffered, you can update the firmwareby connecting a USBdevice with the firmwareupdate stored on it to the USBport on yourSoundbar,

Note that if there are multiple update files, you musttoad them onto the USBdevice singly and usethemto update the firmware one rite at a time,

Pteasevisit samsung,com or contact the Samsungcat1center to receive more information aboutdownloading updates rites,

The product hasthe DUAL BOOTfunction, if the firmware faits to update,you can update the firmware again,

o Insert a USBdevice containing thefirmware update into the USBport on themain unit,

o Updating firmware may not work properlyif audio files supported by the Soundbarare stored in the USBstorage device,

o Do not disconnect the power or removethe USBdevice while updates are beingapplied, The main unit will turn offautomatically after completing thefirmware update,

After reset, all settings are reset to theirfactory default settings, We recommendyou write down your settings so that youcan easily reset them after the update,Note that updating firmware resetssubwoofer connection too_ tf connectionto the subwoofer isnot establishedautomatically after resetting,refer to page 13.tf the firmware fails to update, werecommend formatting the USBdevice inFAT16and trying again,

Once the software update is completed,turn off the product and then pressandhold the ( _11) button on the remotecontrol for more than 5 seconds, "BNiT"appears on the display and the unit ispowered off, The upgrade iscomplete,

Do not format the USBdevice in the NTFSformat, The Soundbar does not supportthe NTFSfile system,

o Depending on the manufacturer, someUSBdevices may not be supported,

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TROUBLESHOOTINGRefer to the table below when this product does not function property_tf the problem you are experiencing isnot tisted below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the product, disconnect the power cord, andcontact Samsung Electronics at 1o800oSAMSUNG (1-800°726°7864),

f The unit Will n0t turn onl® ts the power cord plugged into the outlet? T_÷ connect the power plug to the outtet,±

_ Are the batteries drained?® ts the distance between the remote controt andmain unit too far? -->Replace with new batteries,

÷ Move closer to the unit,

o Doesyour TV suppo_ TV SoundConnect?

o ts your TV firmware the tatest version?

o Doesan error occur when connecting?

® Resetthe TV MODE and connect again,

-->TVSoundConnect is supposed by someSamsung TVs released from 20t 2 on, Check yourTV to see if it suppo_s TV SoundConnect,

-_ Update your TV with the tatest firmware,

-->Contact the Samsung cat1centefi

÷ Pressand hotd the _ n button for 5 seconds toreset the TV SoundConnect connection_

f e "Yoursubwoofer may not be connected to themain body of the product --> ,5,to connect your subwoofer again,(See Page 13)

TTry to adjust the vibration of your subwoofer _ -->Pressthe WOOFER button on your remote

I controt to adjust its vatue (between SW-I 2 andSW+6),

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APPENDIX

AHslSENDX

_!odel name HWd450 1

USB

Weight

Dimensions

(WxHxD}

Main Unit

Subwoofer

Main Unit

Subwoofer

5Vi0,SA

3_56 lbs

10,12 tbs

37,7 x 2_34 x 2_62inches

7,05 x 1421 x 11_79 inches

Operating Temperature Range

Operating Humidity Range

Rated Output t Main UnitPower SubwooferAMPUNER

S/N Ratio (Analog hput)

Separation (1kHz}

+41 °F to +95°F

I0%to75%

80WiCH, 3 OHM, THD = 10%, lkHz

140W, 3 OHM, THD = 10%, 70Hz

65 dB

65 dB

SiN ratio, disto¢ion, separation, and usable sensitivity are based on measurements using AES (AudioEngineering Society) guidelines,

Nominal specification

Samsung Electronics Co,, Ltd rese_,esthe right to change the specifications without notice,

Weight and dimensions are approximate,

Disposeunwanted electronics through an approved reeyder,

To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www,samsung,comireeyelingdireet or

cat1,(877) 278 - 0799

Open Soume LicenseNotice

- For fuCher information on Open Sources used in this product, please visit the website:http:iiopensource,samsung,com

- Tosend inquiries and requests regarding open sources, contact Samsung via Emait(oss,request@samsung,com),

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One (1} Year Parts and Labor*(*90 Days Partsand Labor for Commercial Use)

This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and isvalidonly on products purchased and used in theUnited State£ Toreceivewarranty service,the purchasermust contact SAMSUNGfor problem determination andserviceprocedure£ Warranty servicecan only be performed by a SAMSUNGauthorized servicecenter_Theoriginaldated bill of salemust be presented upon requestas proof of purchaseto SAMSUNGor SAMSUNG_sauthorizedservicecenter_Transportation of the product to and from the servicecenter is the responsibility of the purchaser_

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