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SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING •• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). •• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. securely attached to the floor/wall in REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE accordance with the installation instructions. PERSONNEL.
FCC Caution : FCC Radiation Exposure Statement : •• Any changes or modifications not expressly This equipment complies with FCC radiation approved by the party responsible for exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled compliance could void the user’s authority to environment. This equipment should be installed operate this equipment. and operated so there is at least 8 inches (20 cm) •• This product satisfies FCC regulations when between the radiator and your body.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.
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CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components Inserting battery (AAA) into the Remote Control 02 03 04 05 06 07 8 -------------------------- Product Overview 8 9 Front / Right Side Panel of the Soundbar -------------------------- 9 Bottom Panel of the Soundbar -------------------------- 10 The Remote Control 11 Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) -------------------------- 12 Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control -------------------------- 14 Connecti
08 System Initialize 27 09 Installing the Wall Mount (Optional) 28 10 Installation Precautions -------------------------- 28 Wall mount Components -------------------------- 28 Software Update 31 Update Procedure -------------------------- 31 When update fails -------------------------- 32 11 Troubleshooting 33 12 License 34 13 Open Source License Notice 34 14 Important Notes About Service 34 15 Specifications and Guide 35 Specifications -------------------------- 35 ENG -
01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS Soundbar Main Unit Power Cord (AH81-11700A) Remote Control (AH81-11699A) / Battery (AAA x 1) •• User Manual / Warranty Card / Regulatory Guide (Not available in some locations). •• For more information about the power supply and power consumption, refer 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.
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front / Right Side Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so NFC that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. Volume Power Right Side of the Soundbar 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.
NFC Logo Source You can activate your Bluetooth connection by placing your phone in the NFC detection area of the Soundbar. Selects the source input mode. (D.IN / Bluetooth / AUX / USB) •• To turn on “Bluetooth pairing” mode, change the source to “Bluetooth” mode and then press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds. Bottom Panel of the Soundbar AUX IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN POWER (OPTICAL) POWER POWER AUX IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) USB (5V 0.
03 THE REMOTE CONTROL •• The images, buttons, and functions of the remote control may differ depending on the model. Press this button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound. Turns the Soundbar on and off. Push this button up or down to adjust the bass volume within a -6 to +6 range. Press to select the desired sound effect by choosing SURROUND or STANDARD. Push this button up or down to adjust the volume. Press to enter the "AUX" mode.
Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Hidden Button Remote Control Button How to Use the Remote Control Function Auto Power Down On/Off (AUX mode) –– D.IN / Bluetooth / USB / AUX Mode : If there is no audio signal for 18 minutes. –– If there is no KEY input for 8 hours when the Audio (AUX) Cable is connected. (Auto Power Down function can be turned off only in that case.) –– To turn off Auto Power Down function, while in “AUX” mode, press and hold the button for 5 seconds.
Press the button for 5 seconds in the power on station to trigger the Bluetooth Power On/Off function. LED indicator Bluetooth Power On/Off Blinking B W Bluetooth Power On Auto Power Link On/Off Blinking G B W R Bluetooth Power Off For detailed information about Auto Power Link On/Off function, please see “Auto Power Link” on page 17.
Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control If you have a Samsung TV, you can adjust the Soundbar’s volume using the IR remote control that came with your Samsung TV. First use the TV menu to set the TV audio on your Samsung TV to external speakers, then use your Samsung remote to control the Soundbar’s volume. For more information, see the TV’s user manual. The default mode for this function is control by a Samsung TV. 1.
04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power •• For information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. (Label : Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) Electrical Outlet POWER AUX IN POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.
05 CONNECTING TO A TV Hear TV sound from your Soundbar through wired or wireless connections. •• When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, you can control the Soundbar 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.
Step 2. Change the Soundbar’s mode to D.IN W (OR) Right Side of the Soundbar Auto Power Link This Function automatically turns on the Soundbar when the TV is turned on if the Soundbar is connected to the TV by an Optical Cable (not supplied). Press and hold the button on the remote control for more than 5 seconds to toggle this function. •• Auto Power Link is set to ON by default. •• Depending on the connected device, Auto Power Link may not function. •• This function is only available in the “D.
Connecting a TV or Bluetooth Device via Bluetooth Step 1. Change the Soundbar mode to “Bluetooth Pairing” Fast-Blinking B Step 2. Select the Soundbar in your TV’s or Bluetooth device’s Menu Bluetooth menu Select (OR) “[AV] Samsung Soundbar T400 T-Series” Bluetooth device NOTE –– You cannot connect more than one TV or Bluetooth device at a time. Step 3. Check the Soundbar’s status The blue LED should not be blinking once the Bluetooth connection is complete.
Disconnecting the Soundbar from the TV Press the button on the right side panel or on the remote control and switch to any mode but “Bluetooth”. •• 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 and hold button for 5 seconds in “Bluetooth Ready” mode. TV Connect is turned OFF.
Step 2. Check the Soundbar’s status The blue LED should not be blinking once the Bluetooth connection is complete. B NOTES –– If asked for a PIN code when connecting a Bluetooth device, enter <0000>. –– The Soundbar automatically turns off after 18 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.
Bluetooth Power On/Off If a previously paired Bluetooth device tries to pair with the Soundbar when the Bluetooth Power function is on and the Soundbar is turned off, the Soundbar turns on automatically. Press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds in the power on station to trigger/shut off Bluetooth Power On function. For more information about Bluetooth Power On/Off, see page 13. •• Bluetooth Power function is set to On by default.
06 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via an optical cable or analog cable to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an Optical Cable Step 1. Connect using an Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console AUX IN OPTICAL OUT DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Optical Cable (not supplied) Bottom of the Soundbar Step 2. Change the Soundbar’s mode to D.
Connecting using an Analog Audio (AUX) Cable Step 1. Connect using an Analog Audio (AUX) Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console R - AUDIO - L AUX IN Audio (AUX) Cable (not supplied) Bottom of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Step 2.
07 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE Step 1. Connect a USB Drive Bottom of the Soundbar USB (5V 0.5A) NOTE –– The Soundbar automatically turns off (Auto Power Off) if you do not connect a USB device to the Soundbar within 18 minutes. Step 2.
Setting Repeat Play Options Repeat play When the Soundbar is in “USB” mode, each time you press the button the “USB” mode changes how it plays tracks in the following order: “Repeat - Off” > “Repeat - 1 song” > “Repeat - All songs”. See the table below for details.
File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bitrate *.mp3 MPEG 1 Layer2 16kHz ~ 48kHz 80kbps~320kbps MPEG 1 Layer3 16kHz ~ 48kHz 80kbps~320kbps MPEG 2 Layer3 16kHz ~ 48kHz 80kbps~320kbps MPEG 2.5 Layer3 16kHz ~ 48kHz 80kbps~320kbps Wave_Format_MSAudio1 16kHz ~ 48kHz 56kbps~128kbps Wave_Format_MSAudio2 16kHz ~ 48kHz 56kbps~128kbps AAC 16kHz ~ 96kHz 48kbps~320kbps AAC-LC 16kHz ~ 96kHz 128kbps~192kbps 5.1ch 320kbps HE-AAC 24kHz ~ 96kHz 48kbps~64kbps 5.
08 SYSTEM INITIALIZE Blinking X 2 5 Sec W W W W R Right Side of the Soundbar With the Soundbar on, press the (Volume) buttons on the body at the same time for at least 5 seconds. CAUTION –– All the settings of the Soundbar are initialized. Be sure to perform this only when initialization is required. AUX IN POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.
09 INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT (OPTIONAL) Installation Precautions •• Install on a vertical wall only. •• Do not install in a place with high temperature or humidity. •• Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight. If not, reinforce the wall or choose another installation point. •• Purchase and use the fixing screws or anchors appropriate for the kind of wall you have (plaster board, iron board, wood, etc.). If possible, fix the support screws into wall studs.
1. NOTES –– If your TV is installed on the wall, install the Soundbar 2 inches (5 cm) or more below --- 14.6” (370 mm) --- your TV. –– Use a pencil to mark the holes’ positions. CENTER LINE 2. 2’’ (50 mm) A B C 0.25’’ (6 mm) IMPORTANT NOTE –– The installation method shown here is for CONCRETE walls. Installation methods will vary depending on the wall type. For installation on dry wall, we strongly recommend you drill screw support holes into the underlying wood studs. 3. A B C D ENG - 29 0.
4. POWER AUX IN POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) 5. AUX IN POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) NOTE –– Supports for wall installation are built into the back of the Soundbar. CAUTION –– Press the Soundbar down with sufficient force to fix it to the wall. If the Soundbar is not firmly fixed to the wall, it could be accidently detached, resulting in personal injury. –– Do not bump into or strike the Soundbar (especially from the bottom).
10 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. 1. Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port system firmware in the future. on your computer. Bottom of the Soundbar Important: Make sure there are no music files on the USB thumb drive. This may cause the firmware update to fail. USB (5V 0.5A) 2.
When update fails 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.
11 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the table 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 unit will not turn on. Is the power cord firmly plugged into the wall outlet? ;; Unplug and reconnect the power cord to the wall outlet to make sure the connection is secure.
12 LICENSE 13 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE To send inquiries and requests regarding open sources, contact Samsung via Email Manufactured under license from Dolby (oss.request@samsung.com). Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby 14 IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SERVICE Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
15 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-T400 USB 5V/0.5A Weight 4.4 lbs (2.0 kg) 25.2 x 2.6 x 4.2 inches Dimensions (W x H x D) (641.0 x 65.0 x 107.0 mm) Operating Temperature Range +41°F to +95°F (+5°C to +35°C) Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % Supported play formats LPCM 2ch, Dolby Audio™ (DTS 2.0 sound is played in DTS format.) (supporting Dolby® Digital), DTS NOTES –– Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice.
LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of: One (1) Year Parts and Labor* (*90 Days Parts and Labor for Commercial Use) This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States.
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