Page 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION; SAFETY WARNINGS; WARNING; CAUTION; Wiring the Main Power Supply; IMPORTANT NOTICE
ENG - ii 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. CAUTI...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT; PRECAUTIONS
ENG - iii However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains socket as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord. Never attempt to insert bare wires directly into a mains socket. A pl...
Page 4 - CONTENTS; Checking the Components; Connecting to your TV; ABOUT THIS MANUAL; USER MANUAL
ENG - iv CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components 2 Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- 2 02 Product Overview 3 Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 3 Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 4 03 Conn...
Page 5 - Specifications and Guide
ENG - v Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly ------------------------- 12 – Connecting a TV via Bluetooth ------------------------- 12 05 Connecting an External Device 14 Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- 14 06 Connecting a USB Storage Device 15 07 Connecting a Mobile Device 17 ...
Page 6 - 1 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS
ENG - 2 01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUND MODE PAIR Soundbar Main Unit Subwoofer Remote Control / Batteries x 2 Power Cord (Subwoofer, Soundbar) Wall Mount Guide x 2 (M4 x L10) x 2 x 2 Holder-Screw Screw Bracket-Wall Mount • For more information about the power supply and power co...
Page 7 - 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW; Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar
ENG - 3 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 automati...
Page 8 - Bottom Panel of the Soundbar
ENG - 4 Bottom Panel of the Soundbar USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) POWER USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device. USB (5V 0.5A) Connect a USB device here to play music files stored on the USB d...
Page 9 - 3 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR; Connecting Electrical Power
ENG - 5 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 cord to the Soundbar. See the illustrations below. • For more...
Page 10 - Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer; Automatic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar; LED Indicator Lights on the Rear of Subwoofer; LED
ENG - 6 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 conn...
Page 11 - Before performing the manual connection procedure below:; Up; ID SET
ENG - 7 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...
Page 15 - 4 CONNECTING TO YOUR TV; Method 1. Connecting with a Cable; Connecting using an Optical Cable; Pre-connection Checklist
ENG - 11 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 suppo...
Page 16 - Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly; Connecting a TV via Bluetooth; The initial connection
ENG - 12 1. Connect the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) port on the Soundbar to the OPTICAL OUT port of the TV with a digital optical cable (not supplied). 2. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or remote control, and then select the “ D.IN ” mode. Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly Connecting a TV v...
Page 18 - 5 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE
ENG - 14 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 Optical Cable OPTICAL OUT USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Top of the Soundbar D.IN Optical Cab...
Page 19 - 6 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE; USB
ENG - 15 06 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) POWER USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB port 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the bottom of the product. 2. Pr...
Page 20 - File Format Type Compatibility list
ENG - 16 File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bit Rate *.mp3 MPEG 1 Layer2 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps~320kbps MPEG 1 Layer3 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps~320kbps MPEG 2 Layer3 16kHz ~ 24kHz 8kbps~160kbps MPEG 2.5 Layer3 8kHz ~ 12kHz 8kbps~160kbps *.wma WMA7/8/9/STD 8kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps~...
Page 21 - 7 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE; Connecting via Bluetooth; If the device fails to connect
ENG - 17 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. • You cannot connect more than one Bluetooth device at a time. SOUN D MOD E PAIR OR Bluetooth device The initial connection 1. P...
Page 22 - What is the difference between BT READY and BT PAIRING?
ENG - 18 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 PAIR button o...
Page 23 - Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar; BT DISCONNECTED; Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device; BT; More About Bluetooth
ENG - 19 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...
Page 24 - 8 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL; How to Use the Remote Control
ENG - 20 08 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUND MODE PAIR Power VOL WOOFER SOUND MODE PAIR Turns the Soundbar on and off. VOL WOOFER SOUND MODE PAIR Source Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. Mute VOL WOOFER SOUND MODE PAIR Press the (Mute...
Page 27 - Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control; External Speaker
ENG - 23 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 29 - Installation Precautions; Wallmount Components; Wall Mount Guide; Wall Mount Guide
ENG - 25 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 30 - Wall Mount Guide’s Centre Line; Screws
ENG - 26 2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Centre Line with the centre of your TV (if you are mounting the Soundbar below your TV), and 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. Centre Line ...
Page 31 - 0 PLACING THE; NOTE
ENG - 27 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 - UPDATE; Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s; Update Procedure
ENG - 28 11 SOFTWARE UPDATE Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s system firmware in the future. USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) POWER USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB port If an update is offered, you can update the firmware by connecting a USB device with the firmware u...
Page 33 - If UPDATE is not displayed; NOTES
ENG - 29 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...
Page 34 - 2 TROUBLESHOOTING
ENG - 30 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance, check the following. Soundbar does not turn on. ; Check whether the power cord of the Soundbar is correctly inserted into the outlet. Soundbar works erratically. ; After removing the power cord, insert it again. ; Remote the power cord from the ...
Page 35 - Sound drops out when connected via
ENG - 31 Soundbar does not connect via Bluetooth. ; When connecting a new device, switch to “ BT PAIRING ” for connection. (Press the PAIR button on the remote control or press the (Source) button on the body for at least 5 seconds.) ; If the Soundbar is connected to another device, disconnect tha...
Page 36 - ENERGY STAR qualified model only; 4 OPEN SOURCE
ENG - 32 [ENERGY STAR] ENERGY STAR qualified model only – Your Samsung product is ENERGY STAR qualified in its factory default setting. Change to certain features, settings and functionality in this product can change the power consumption, possibly beyond the limits required for ENERGY STAR qualifi...
Page 37 - 6 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE; SOUND MODE
ENG - 33 16 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-A450 USB 5V/0.5A Weight 1.5 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 860.0 x 54.0 x 74.0 mm Operating Temperature Range +5°C to +35°C Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % AMPLIFIERRated Output power 40W x 2, 6 ohm Supported play formats(DTS 2.0 soun...
