Page 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION; SAFETY WARNINGS; WARNING; 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. This symbol indicates that high voltage is present i...
Page 3 - 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 - ABOUT THIS MANUAL; USER MANUAL; CONTENTS; Checking the Components; Connecting the Soundbar
ENG - iv ABOUT THIS MANUAL The user manual has two parts: this simple paper USER MANUAL and a detailed FULL MANUAL you can download. USER MANUAL See this manual for safety instructions, product installation, components, connections, and product specifications. FULL MANUAL You can access the FULL MAN...
Page 6 - 1 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS
ENG - 2 01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS VOL WOOFER SOUNDBAR SOUND MODE PAIR POWER x 2 Soundbar Main Unit Remote Control / Batteries Subwoofer Surround Speaker (Left / Right) 1 2 3 x 2 x 2 Power Cord (Subwoofer) Power Cord (Surround Speaker) Power Cord (Main Unit) Bracket-Wall Mount x 2 x 2 (M4 x L10) Wal...
Page 7 - 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW; Bottom Panel of the Soundbar
ENG - 3 02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Display Top Panel Position the product so that the "Samsung Harman Kardon" logo is located on the top. Volume Power Bottom Panel of the Soundbar POWER SERVICE NETWORK ID SET (WOOFER/REAR) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI IN 1...
Page 8 - 3 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR
ENG - 4 03 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components ( 1 , 2 , 3 ) to connect the Subwoofer, Surround Speaker, 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 Left and Right Sur...
Page 9 - Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer and Surround Speakers; Recommended Speaker Layout
ENG - 5 Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer and Surround Speakers When the Subwoofer is connected, you can enjoy rich bass sound. Recommended Speaker Layout 150° 150° 135° 135° 0° Subwoofer Soundbar Surround Speaker L Surround Speaker R CAUTION • Wireless receiving antennas are built into the w...
Page 10 - Before performing the manual connection procedure below:; Up; ID SET
ENG - 6 Manually connecting the Subwoofer or Surround Speakers if automatic connection fails 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 o...
Page 12 - 4 CONNECTING TO A TV; Method 1. Connecting with a Cable; Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable; TV ARC
ENG - 8 04 CONNECTING TO A 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 available on 2017 and later Samsung Smart TVs that support B...
Page 13 - Connecting using an Optical Cable; Auto Power Link; Left
ENG - 9 • If “ TV ARC ” does not appear in the display window of the Soundbar main unit, confirm that the HDMI cable (not supplied) is connected to the correct port. • Use the volume buttons on the TV’s remote control to change the volume on the Soundbar. Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of ...
Page 14 - Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly; Connecting a TV via Bluetooth; The initial connection
ENG - 10 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. SOUN D MOD E PAIR OR Top of the Soundbar The initial connection 1. Press the PAIR button o...
Page 16 - Pre-connection Checklist; Samsung Smart TV was released after 2013; Step 1 : Connecting the Soundbar to Wi-Fi; WIFI; SmartThings
ENG - 12 Connecting via Wi-Fi Pre-connection Checklist 1. Confirm that your Samsung Smart TV was released after 2013 . This function is compatible only with Samsung Smart TVs released after 2013. 2. Make sure your Wireless router (Wi-Fi) is ready and working. 3. Make sure that the TV is connected to...
Page 17 - Step 2 : Configuring Settings on the TV; NOTES
ENG - 13 Step 2 : Configuring Settings on the TV • If the TV disconnects from your wireless network after you change the input source to the Soundbar, use the TV menu to connect the TV to the network again. For TVs released in 2018 Home ( ) Settings ( ) Sound Sound Output [AV] Samsung Soundb...
Page 18 - 5 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE; Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Dolby Atmos® supported); What is Dolby Atmos®?; HDMI 1; HDMI IN 1
ENG - 14 05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired or wireless network to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Dolby Atmos® supported) • What is Dolby Atmos®? Atmos technology enhances existing 7.1 channel surround so...
Page 19 - Connecting using an HDMI Cable
ENG - 15 NOTE • When Dolby Atmos® is activated, “ DOLBY ATMOS ” appears in the front display. Configuring Dolby Atmos® on your BD player or other device. • Open the audio output options on the settings menu of your BD player or other device and make sure that “No Encoding” is selected for Bitstream....
Page 21 - 6 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE; Connecting via Bluetooth; If the device fails to connect
ENG - 17 06 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 Top of the Soundbar Bluetooth device The ini...
Page 23 - 7 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL; How to Use the Remote Control
ENG - 19 07 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 26 - BYE
ENG - 22 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 t...
Page 27 - Installation Precautions; Wall Mount Guide
ENG - 23 08 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 29 - Installing the Surround; Notes for Wall Mounting the Surround
ENG - 25 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 30 - UPDATE
ENG - 26 09 SOFTWARE UPDATE When the Soundbar is connected to the Internet, software updates automatically occur even when the Soundbar is turned off. • To use the Auto Update function, the Soundbar must be connected to the Internet. The Wi-Fi connection to the Soundbar will be terminated if the Sou...
Page 31 - 0 TROUBLESHOOTING; The unit will not turn on.
ENG - 27 10 TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance, check the following. The unit will not turn on. Is the power cord plugged into the outlet? ; Connect the power plug to the outlet. A function does not work when the button is pressed. Is there static electricity in the air? ; Disconnect the powe...
Page 32 - 2 OPEN SOURCE
ENG - 28 ; Connected via Wi-Fi 1. Check if the TV is a compatible model. • Only Samsung Smart TVs released after 2013 are supported. 2. Check if the TV is connected to Wi-Fi. • If the TV is not connected to Wi-Fi, use the network menu on the TV to establish a connection. (See the TV user manual.) 3....
Page 34 - 4 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE; Specifications
ENG - 30 14 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-N950 Weight 8.8 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 1226.0 x 83.0 x 136.0 mm Operating Temperature Range +5°C to +35°C Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 18W x 10 + 10W x 3, 4ohm Supported play formats LPCM 2ch, D...
Page 36 - UNITED KINGDOM
ENG - 32 [Correct disposal of batteries in this product] (Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. Whe...
