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PRECAUTIONS 5. The battery used with this product contains chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose of the battery 1. Ensure that the AC power supply in your in the general household trash. Do not house complies with the power expose the battery to excess heat, direct requirements listed on the identification sunlight, or fire. Do not short circuit, sticker located on the bottom of your disassemble, or overheat the battery. product.
CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) 02 03 04 05 06 2 -------------------------- Product Overview 2 3 Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar -------------------------- 3 Bottom Panel of the Soundbar -------------------------- 4 Connecting the Soundbar 5 Connecting Electrical Power -------------------------- 5 Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer –– Automatic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar –– M
07 Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth 08 09 18 -------------------------- 18 Using the Remote Control 22 How to Use the Remote Control -------------------------- 22 Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control -------------------------- 25 Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) -------------------------- 26 Output specifications for the different sound effect modes -------------------------- 26 Installing the Wall Mount 27 Installation Prec
01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS PAIR SOUND MODE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR Soundbar Main Unit Subwoofer Remote Control / Batteries AC/DC Adapter (Soundbar) HDMI Cable x2 Power Cord (Subwoofer, Soundbar) x2 Wall Mount Guide Holder-Screw x2 Bracket-Wall Mount x2 Screw •• For more information about the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo 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 automatically in the following situations: –– In D.IN / HDMI / BT / USB Mode : If there is no audio signal for 20 minutes. -/+ (Volume) Button Adjusts the volume.
Bottom Panel of the Soundbar HDMI HDMI TO TV (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) Connect a USB device here to play music files stored on the USB device through the Soundbar. DC 24V (Power Supply In) Connect the AC/DC power adapter. HDMI Inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable. Connect to the HDMI output of an external device.
03 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components to connect the Subwoofer and Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: 1. Connect the power cord to the Subwoofer. 2. Connect the power output cable to the power adapter, and then to the Soundbar. 3. Connect the power cord to a wall socket. See the illustrations below. •• For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.
Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer When the subwoofer is connected, you can enjoy rich bass sound. Automatic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar When you turn the power on after connecting the power cables to the Soundbar and subwoofer, the subwoofer is automatically connected to the Soundbar. •• When auto pairing is complete, the blue indicators at the rear of the subwoofer turn on.
Manually connecting the Subwoofer if automatic connection fails Before performing the manual connection procedure below: •• Check whether the power cables for the Soundbar and subwoofer are connected properly. •• Make sure that the Soundbar is turned on. 1. Press and hold ID SET on the rear of the subwoofer for at least 5 seconds. •• The red indicator on the rear of the subwoofer turns off and the blue indicator blinks. 5 Sec Rear of Subwoofer 2.
NOTES •• Do not connect the power cord of this product or your TV to a wall outlet until all connections between components are complete. •• Before moving or installing this product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. •• If the main unit is powered off, the wireless subwoofer will go into stand-by mode and the STANDBY LED on the rear of the sub-woofer will turn red after blinking in blue several times. •• If you use a device that uses the same frequency (5.
2. Check the standby status of the Wireless Receiver Module after plugging it into an electrical outlet. •• The LINK LED indicator (blue LED) on the Wireless Receiver Module blinks. If the LED does not blink, press the ID SET button on the back of the Wireless Receiver Module with a pen tip for 5~6 seconds until the LINK LED indicator blinks (in Blue). For more about the LED, please refer to the SWA-8500S user manual.
04 CONNECTING TO YOUR TV Hear TV sound from your Soundbar through wired or wireless connections. •• When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV’s remote control. –– This feature is supported by 2017 and later Samsung Smart TVs that support Bluetooth when you connect the Soundbar to the TV using an optical cable. –– This function also allows you to use the TV menu to adjust the sound field and various settings as well as the volume and mute. Method 1.
•• If TV sound is inaudible, press the (Source) button on the remote control or on the top of the Soundbar to switch to “D.IN” mode. The screen displays “D.IN” and “TV ARC” in sequence, and TV sound is played. •• If “TV ARC” does not appear in the display window of the Soundbar main unit, confirm that the HDMI cable is connected to the correct port. •• Use the volume buttons on the TV’s remote control to change the volume on the Soundbar.
Using the Q-Symphony Function For Q-Symphony, the Soundbar syncs with a Samsung TV to output sound through two devices for optimum surround effect. When the Soundbar is connected, the menu, “TV+Soundbar” appears under the Sound Output menu of the TV. Select the corresponding menu. TV Menu D.IN HDMI Cable OR Optical Cable (not supplied) •• TV menu example: TV series name + [AV] Soundbar series name (HDMI) NOTES •• It can operate according to the Codec supported by TV.
Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly Connecting a TV via Bluetooth When a TV is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. •• Only one TV can be connected at a time. PAIR OR ND SOUODE M The initial connection 1. Press the PAIR button on the remote control to enter the “BT PAIRING” mode. (OR) a. Press the (Source) button on the top panel and then select “BT”.
Disconnecting the Soundbar from the TV Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control and switch to any mode but “BT”. •• Disconnecting takes time because the TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the TV model.) •• To cancel the automatic Bluetooth connection between the Soundbar and TV, press the Left button on the remote control for 5 seconds with the Soundbar in “BT READY” status.
05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired connection or Bluetooth connection to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an HDMI Cable Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI OUT External Device HDMI HDMI Cable HDMI IN (ARC) HDMI Cable HDMI TO TV (ARC) Top of the Soundbar HDMI 1. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI jack on the back of the product to the HDMI OUT jack on your digital device. 2.
Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar BD / DVD player / HDMI TO TV (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Optical Cable Set-top box / (not supplied) Game console OPTICAL OUT Top of the Soundbar D.IN 1. Connect DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT jack 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 remote control.
06 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) USB 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the bottom of the product. 2. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control, and then select “USB”. 3. “USB” appears in the display screen. 4. Play music files from the USB storage device through the Soundbar.
07 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE Connecting via Bluetooth When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. •• The connection is limited to one TV or two Bluetooth devices at the same time. PAIR OR Bluetooth device ND SOUODE M The initial connection 1. Press the PAIR button on the remote control to enter the “BT PAIRING” mode. (OR) a. Press the (Source) button on the top panel and then select “BT”.
What is the difference between BT READY and BT PAIRING? •• BT READY : In this mode, you can search for previously connected TVs or connect a previously connected mobile device to the Soundbar. •• BT PAIRING : In this mode, you can connect a new device to the Soundbar. (Press the on the remote control or press and hold the PAIR button (Source) button on the top of the Soundbar for more than 5 seconds while the Soundbar is in “BT” mode.
Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar You can disconnect a Bluetooth device from the Soundbar. For instructions, see the Bluetooth device’s user manual. •• The Soundbar will be disconnected. •• When the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the Soundbar will display “BT DISCONNECTED” on the front display. Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control, and then change to any mode except “BT”.
Bluetooth Multi connection The Soundbar can be connected to 2 Bluetooth devices at the same time. Bluetooth device A Bluetooth device B 1. Connect the Soundbar to up to two Bluetooth devices. (See page 18) 2. Play music from one of the connected Bluetooth devices while two devices are connected. 3. To play music from the Bluetooth device “B” while playing from the device “A”, pause or stop playback on the device “A” and then start playing on the device “B”.
08 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Turns the Soundbar on and off. Power PAIR Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. Source Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again PAIR to unmute the sound. SOUND MODE PAIR Mute SOUND MODE You can select the desired sound effect by SOUND MODE SOUND MODE VOL WOOFER VOL SOUNDBAR –– STANDARD Outputs the original sound.
•• DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Lets you apply dynamic range control to Dolby Digital tracks. Press and hold the SOUND MODE button while the Soundbar is powered off to turn DRC (Dynamic Range Control) on or off. With the DRC turned on, loud sound is reduced. (The sound may be distorted.) •• Bluetooth Power This feature automatically turns the Soundbar on when it receives a connection request from a previously connected TV or Bluetooth device. The setting is On by default.
•• Volume Restriction function To protect your hearing, the Volume Restriction function restricts the volume to 20 if you turn on the Soundbar when the volume is set higher than 20. –– The default value for the Volume Restriction function is Off. You must turn it on to activate it. –– When turned on, the Volume Restriction function stays on even when the power is turned off. –– To turn Volume Restriction on or off, press and hold the Down button on the remote control for 5 seconds.
Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control 4. If you want to return the Soundbar to the If you have a Samsung TV, you can adjust the Soundbar’s volume using the IR remote control that came with your Samsung TV. button for 5 seconds repeatedly until default mode (control by a Samsung TV remote), push up and hold the WOOFER “SAMSUNG-TV REMOTE” appears in the display.
Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Hidden Button Reference page Remote Control Button Function WOOFER (Up) TV remote control On/Off (Standby) page 25 p (Play / Pause) Initialise (Standby) page 30 Left TV Auto connect On/Off (BT Ready) page 14 Up ID SET (Standby) page 23 Down Volume Restriction On/Off (Standby) page 24 7 Band EQ page 24 DRC ON/OFF (Standby) page 23 Bluetooth Power page 23 (Sound Control) SOUND MODE Output specifications for the different
09 INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT Wallmount Components Wall Mount Guide Installation Precautions x2 •• Install on a vertical wall only. •• Do not install in a place with high x2 Holder-Screw temperature or humidity. •• Verify whether the wall is strong enough to Screw x2 support the product’s weight. If not, reinforce the wall or choose another installation point.
2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Centre Line 5. Push a screw (not supplied) through each with the centre of your TV (if you are Holder-Screw, and then screw each screw mounting the Soundbar below your TV), and firmly into a support screw hole. then fix the Wall Mount Guide to the wall using tape. •• If you are not mounting below a TV, place the Centre Line in the centre of the installation area. 6.
7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. 10 PLACING THE SOUNDBAR ON A TV STAND Place the Soundbar on a TV stand. 8. Slide the Soundbar down as shown below so that the Bracket-Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder-Screws.
11 SOFTWARE UPDATE Update Procedure Important: The updating function erases all user settings. We recommend you write down your settings so that you can easily reset them after Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s the update. Note that updating the firmware system firmware in the future. resets the subwoofer connection too. 1. Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port USB port on your computer. Important: Make sure there are no music HDMI USB (5V 0.
If UPDATE is not displayed 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then reconnect the USB storage device that contains the update files to the Soundbar’s USB port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. NOTES •• The firmware update may not work properly if audio files supported by the Soundbar are stored in the USB storage device. •• Do not disconnect the power or remove the USB device while updates are being applied.
12 TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance, check the following. The unit will not turn on. The remote control does not work. Is the power cord firmly plugged into the wall Are the batteries drained? outlet and power adapter? ;; Replace with new batteries. ;; Unplug and reconnect the power cord to Is the distance between the remote control and the wall outlet and the power adapter to Soundbar main unit too far? make sure the connection is secure.
13 LICENCE 14 OPEN SOURCE LICENCE NOTICE To send inquiries and requests regarding open Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol together, Digital Surround, and the Digital Surround logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc.
16 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-Q60T USB 5V/0.5A Weight 3.4 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 980.0 x 58.0 x 105.0 mm Operating Temperature Range +5°C to +35°C Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % AMPLIFIER Rated Output power Supported play formats 30W x 6 + 10W x 2 LPCM 2ch, Dolby Audio™ (supporting Dolby® Digital), DTS, DTS Virtual:X Subwoofer Name PS-WR65BB Weight 6.2 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 205.0 x 353.0 x 303.
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