Page 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION; SAFETY WARNINGS; WARNING; CAUTION
ENG - 2 SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY WARNINGS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.Refer to the table below for an explanation of symbols which may be on your Samsung product. CAUTIO...
Page 3 - WIRING THE MAIN POWER; IMPORTANT NOTICE; IMPORTANT; PRECAUTIONS
ENG - 3 WIRING THE MAIN POWER SUPPLY PLUG (UK ONLY) IMPORTANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must b...
Page 4 - CONTENTS
ENG - 4 CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components 6 02 Product Overview 7 Top Panel of the Soundbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 B...
Page 6 - 1 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS
ENG - 6 01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS SOUNDBAR Soundbar Main Unit Soundbar Remote Control / Batteries Subwoofer POWER x 2 x 4 A TYPE : 450mm Surround Speaker (Left / Right) Power Cord (Subwoofer, Surround Speaker, Soundbar) Wall Mount Guide x 2 x 2 (M4 x L10) x 2 Holder-Screw Screw Bracket-Wall Mount x...
Page 7 - 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW; Top Panel of the Soundbar
ENG - 7 02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Top Panel of the Soundbar 2 1 3 4 1 (Multi Function) Button • In standby mode, press the (Multi Function) button to turn on the Soundbar. • Press the (Multi Function) button to change the input source. 2 (Volume) Button Adjusts the volume. 3 (Mic On/Off) Button Press the ...
Page 8 - 3 USING THE SOUNDBAR REMOTE CONTROL; How to Use the Remote Control
ENG - 8 03 USING THE SOUNDBAR REMOTE CONTROL Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AAA batteries X 2) Slide the back cover in the direction of the arrow until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) oriented so that their polarity is correct. Slide the battery cover ba...
Page 11 - Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control
ENG - 11 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 Spe...
Page 12 - 4 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR; Connecting the power and units; NOTE
ENG - 12 04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting the power and units Use the Power cord to connect the Subwoofer, Surround Speakers, and Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: • For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the label attache...
Page 13 - Recommended Speaker Layout; Surround speaker mode
ENG - 13 Recommended Speaker Layout 150° 150° 135° 135° 0° Subwoofer Soundbar Surround Speaker L Surround Speaker R CAUTION • Wireless receiving antennas are built into the wireless subwoofer and surround speakers. Keep the units away from water and moisture. • For optimal listening performance, mak...
Page 14 - Manually connecting the Subwoofer or Surround Speakers; ID SET
ENG - 14 Manually connecting the Subwoofer or Surround Speakers Before performing the manual connection procedure below: • Check whether the power cables for the Soundbar and subwoofer or Surround Speakers are connected properly. • Make sure that the Soundbar is turned off. 1. Turn off the Soundbar ...
Page 16 - Auto EQ; If you are using the function for the first time
ENG - 16 Auto EQ The Auto EQ technology of Samsung provides more natural and softer bass by calibrating low frequency detected via the mic on the subwoofer. Low frequency usually occurs due to the size of the room and the location of the subwoofer.• Ensure the subwoofer is placed at least 8 cm away ...
Page 17 - 5 CONNECTING TO A TV; Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel); TV ARC
ENG - 17 05 CONNECTING TO A TV Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) CAUTION • When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is received first. • To connect the HDMI cable between the TV and Soundbar, be sure to connect the terminals marked ARC. ...
Page 18 - Connecting using an Optical Cable
ENG - 18 Connecting using an Optical Cable Pre-connection Checklist • When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is received first. • When you use an optical cable and the terminals have covers, be sure to remove the covers. OPTICAL OUT DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Optic...
Page 19 - Connecting via Bluetooth; BT PAIRING; The initial connection; Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Samsung TV
ENG - 19 Connecting via Bluetooth When a Samsung TV is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling.• Only one Samsung TV can be connected at a time.• Samsung TV that supports Bluetooth can be connected. Check the specifications of your TV. PAIR 5 Sec OR Top of ...
Page 21 - Using the Q-Symphony Function
ENG - 21 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...
Page 22 - Using the Spacefit sound; Method 1. Connecting via Soundbar; Method 2. Connecting via TV
ENG - 22 Using the Spacefit sound Provides optimized sound quality by analyzing the listening spaces. Method 1. Connecting via Soundbar To enable this function, turn on the Spacefit sound mode with the remote control of the Soundbar. ( ( Sound Control ) → “Spacefit sound Off” → ( Up ) → “ Spacefit s...
Page 23 - 6 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE
ENG - 23 06 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Method 1. Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Capable of Dolby Atmos / DTS:X decoding and playback) Pre-connection Checklist • If the Audio Output options include Secondary Audio, make sure Secondary Audio is set to Off.• Make sure that the content supports Dolb...
Page 24 - Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable
ENG - 24 Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) OPTICAL OUT BD / DVD player / Set- top box / Game console Top of the Soundbar D.IN Optical Cable (not supplied) Bottom of the Soundbar 1. Use an optical cable (not supplied) to connect the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on t...
Page 25 - 7 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE; Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth; What is the difference between BT READY and BT PAIRING?
ENG - 25 07 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling.• When you connect a paired Bluetooth device with the Soundbar off, the Soundbar automatically turns on. PAIR 5 Sec OR ...
Page 26 - Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar; Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device
ENG - 26 • A Bluetooth device may experience noise or malfunction under in the following conditions: ‒ When the body is in contact with the signal transceiver on the Bluetooth device or Soundbar ‒ In corners or when there is an obstacle in proximity, such as a wall or partition, where electrical cha...
Page 28 - Using the Tap Sound; Setting the Tap Sound function
ENG - 28 Using the Tap Sound Tap the Soundbar with your mobile device to play the sound of content on the mobile device through the Soundbar. • This function may not be supported, depending on the mobile device.• This function is only compatible with Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or later....
Page 29 - 8 CONNECTING VIA APPLE AIRPLAY 2
ENG - 29 08 CONNECTING VIA APPLE AIRPLAY 2 • This feature may not be available in some countries.• This Samsung Soundbar supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later. With AirPlay 2, you can stream music, podcasts, and other audio from your Apple devices to the Samsung Soundbar.• Make sure the ...
Page 30 - Installation Precautions; Wallmount Components
ENG - 30 09 INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT 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. ...
Page 31 - Notes for Wall Mounting the Surround Speakers; 0 INSTALLING THE; Component
ENG - 31 7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. 8. Slide the Soundbar down as shown below so that the Bracket-Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder-Screws . • Insert the Holder-Screws into the wide (bottom)...
Page 32 - 1 SOFTWARE UPDATE; Auto Update; Security updates information
ENG - 32 As illustrated in the image, align the centre of the Soundbar with the centre of the TV, carefully place the Soundbar onto the TV stand. At this time, place the microphones at the front of the stand not to interfere with voice recognition. Right end of Soundbar TV NOTE • Make sure the Sound...
Page 33 - Initialisation; INIT; 2 TROUBLESHOOTING
ENG - 33 Initialisation Top of the Soundbar INIT With the Soundbar on, press the (Volume) buttons on the body at the same time for at least 5 seconds. “ INIT ” appears on the display and then the Soundbar is initialised. CAUTION • All the settings of the Soundbar are initialised. Be sure to perform ...
Page 35 - 4 OPEN SOURCE LICENCE
ENG - 35 13 LICENCE Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright © 2012-2021 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. For DTS patents, s...
Page 36 - 6 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE
ENG - 36 16 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-Q990B Weight 7.7 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 1232.0 x 69.5 x 138.0 mm Operating Temperature Range +5°C to +35°C Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % AMPLIFIERRated Output power (18 W x 4) + (10 W x 2) + (18 W x 2) + (10 W x 1) + (18 W x...