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Fabric cleaning 4. Protect the product from moisture (i.e. vases), and excess heat (e.g. a fireplace) or Remove any dirt or stain on the product surface equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields. Unplug the power cable from the AC wall socket if the unit malfunctions. immediately. Removing and cleaning can be less effective for some substances or if left for a prolonged time. Your product is not intended for industrial use. It is for personal use only.
CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) 02 03 04 Top Panel of the Soundbar -------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar -------------------------- 10 Using the Remote Control 9 11 How to Use the Remote Control -------------------------- 11 Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control -------------------------- 14 Connecting the Soundbar 15 -------------------------- 15 Using a wired connection to the TV
08 Connecting a Mobile Device 20 Connecting via Bluetooth -------------------------- 20 Using Tap Sound -------------------------- 24 09 Installing on a wall 25 10 Installing the Soundbar in front of TV 25 11 Software Update 26 Initialization -------------------------- 27 12 Troubleshooting 28 13 License 29 14 Open Source License Notice 30 15 Important Notes About Service 30 16 Specifications and Guide 31 Specifications -------------------------- 31 ENG - 7
01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS PAIR SOUND MODE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR Soundbar Main Unit AC/DC Adapter (Soundbar) (HW-S40T: AH81-09747A) (HW-S41T: AH81-13723A) Soundbar Remote Control (AH81-09748A) / Batteries Power Cord (Soundbar) (HW-S40T: AH81-09821A) (HW-S41T: AH81-13720A) Optical Cable (AH81-09754A) •• For more information about the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is Top Panel located on the top. 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 lights indicate the active mode as described below.
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V DC 24V DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V (Power Supply In) Connect the AC/DC power adapter.
03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Power Turns the Soundbar on and off. LED Cyan Blinks X1 Red Blinks X3 On Off Indicator PAIR •• Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off automatically in the following situations: –– In “Digital Audio In” / “Bluetooth” mode if there is no SOUND MODE VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR audio signal for 20 minutes. (Source) Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar.
SOUND MODE By pressing the button, you can select the desired audio mode. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor LED blinks in white. LED White Blinks X1 Indicator “Standard” “Smart” “Music” •• Standard Outputs the original sound. •• Smart Analyzes the content in real time and automatically provides the optimal sound field based on the characteristics of the content. •• Music Provides more natural and room filling sound for music content.
(Sound Control) By pressing the button, you can select the desired audio mode. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor LED blinks in white. LED White Blinks X1 Indicator “Treble” “Bass” “Sync” WOOFER (BASS) LEVEL Push the button up or down to adjust the woofer (bass) between -6 to +6. To set the woofer (bass) volume level to 0 (Default), press the button. VOLUME Push the button up or down to adjust the volume.
Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control Adjust the Soundbar volume using the TV’s remote control. •• This function can be used with IR remote controls only. Bluetooth remote controls (remote controls that require pairing) are not supported. •• Set the TV speaker to External Speaker to use this function. •• Manufacturers supporting this function: VIZIO, LG, Sony, Sharp, PHILIPS, PANASONIC, TOSHIBA, Hisense, RCA 1. Turn Off the Soundbar. 2. Push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds.
04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components to connect the Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: •• For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) 1. First connect the power cable to the AC/DC adapter. DC 24V Connect the AC/DC adapter (with the power cable) to the Soundbar. 2.
05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV Connecting using an Optical Cable When the audio in a broadcast is encoded in Dolby Digital and the “Digital Output Audio Format” on your TV is set to PCM, we recommend that you change the setting to Dolby Digital. When the setting on the TV is changed, you will experience better sound quality. (The TV menu may use different words for Dolby Digital and PCM depending on the TV manufacturer.
06 USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV Connecting via Bluetooth When a Samsung TV is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cables. •• Only one Samsung TV can be connected at a time. •• Samsung TV that supports Bluetooth can be connected. Check the specifications of your TV. The initial connection 1.
If the device fails to connect •• If you have an existing Soundbar (e.g., [AV] Samsung Soundbar S4T-Series) on the list of speakers on the Samsung TV, delete it. •• Then repeat steps 1 through 3. Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Samsung TV Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control to select the mode other than “Bluetooth”. •• Disconnecting takes time because the Samsung TV must receive a response from the Soundbar.
07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console Optical Cable DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V Top of the Soundbar OPTICAL OUT R - AUDIO - L LED White On -> Off Indicator “Digital Audio In” 1. With the external device and Soundbar turned off, connect the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) port on the Soundbar and the OPTICAL output port on the external device with the optical cable, as shown in the figure. 2.
08 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE Connecting via Bluetooth When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cables. •• When you connect a paired Bluetooth device with the Soundbar off, the Soundbar automatically turns on. mobile device The initial connection •• When connecting to a new Bluetooth device, make sure the device is within 3.28 ft (1 m) distance. 1.
Notes on Bluetooth connection •• Locate a new device within 3.28 ft (1 m) to connect via Bluetooth communication. •• If asked for a PIN code when connecting a Bluetooth device, enter <0000>. •• The Soundbar automatically turns off after 20 minutes in the Ready state. •• The Soundbar may not perform Bluetooth search or connection correctly under the following circumstances: –– If there is a strong electrical field around the Soundbar.
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. •• If the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the multicolor LED indicator on the Soundbar blinks "Red” three times. Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control to select the mode other than “Bluetooth”.
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 20) 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”.
Using Tap Sound Tap the Soundbar with your mobile device to play audio from the mobile device through the Soundbar. •• This function may not be supported, depending on the mobile device. •• This function is only compatible on Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or later. SmartThings App Top of the Soundbar Mobile device 1. Turn on the Tap Sound function on your mobile device. •• For details on how to turn on the function, refer to “Setting the Tap Sound function” below. 2.
09 INSTALLING ON A 10 INSTALLING THE WALL SOUNDBAR IN FRONT OF TV Samsung Electronics do not provide the wall mount. You can purchase a wall mount separately to install the speaker on a wall if you want. Considerations for purchasing •• Endurable load : Above 16.8lbs (7.6kg) •• Hole size : M4 - 10 threaded insert NOTES •• Since Wall-mount installation is optional, you must purchase the corresponding accessories 1.2 i nch es (3 cm) or separately.
11 SOFTWARE UPDATE 5. Turn on the Soundbar Within 3 minutes, the 5 LED cycle sequence flashing and updating begins. The 5 LEDS will all light up white, the 5 LEDs begin to flash in sequence again. When the update is complete, the Soundbar Important: The update function erases all user will automatically restart. settings. We recommend you write down your White moves from left to right and right to left settings so that you can easily reset them after the update.
If LED sequence flashing is not displayed Initialization 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then 5 Sec reconnect the USB storage device that contains the update files to the Soundbar’s SERVICE port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. With the Soundbar on, press the (Volume) buttons on the body at the same time for at least NOTES •• The firmware update may not work properly if audio files supported by the Soundbar are 5 seconds.
12 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the instructions below if this product does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the product, disconnect the power cord, and contact Samsung Electronics at 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864). ;; The cable connection to the Soundbar may In case the power is not turned on not be loose. Remove the cable and ;; Make sure the power cord of the Soundbar is correctly inserted into the outlet.
13 LICENSE In case Bluetooth sound breaking occurs ;; Sounds may be breaking due to interference by radio frequency or electronic devices nearby. Keep such devices away from the Soundbar to avoid radio interference. Example: microwave Manufactured under license from Dolby ovens. Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the ;; Because the device to connect is far away double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby from the Soundbar, sound breaking may occur. Move the device near the Soundbar. Laboratories.
14 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE To send inquiries and requests for questions regarding open sources, contact Samsung Open Source (http://opensource.samsung.com) 15 IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SERVICE •• Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance. •• An administration fee may be charged if either: a. An engineer is called out to your home at your request and there is no defect in the product. b.
16 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-S40T / S41T Weight 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg) 26.8 x 2.7 x 4.5 inches Dimensions (W x H x D) (680.0 x 68.0 x 115.0 mm) Operating Temperature Range +41°F to +95°F (+5°C to +35°C) Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % AMPLIFIER Rated Output power (25W x 2) + (25W x 2) Supported play formats LPCM 2ch, Dolby Audio™ (DTS 2.0 sound is played in DTS format.
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