Page 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION; SAFETY WARNINGS; WARNING; CAUTION; Wiring the Main Power Supply; IMPORTANT NOTICE
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 - IMPORTANT; PRECAUTIONS
ENG - 3 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 plug...
Page 4 - CONTENTS
ENG - 4 CONTENTS 01 Checking the Components 6 02 Product Overview 7 Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 7 Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 8 03 Using the Remote Control 9 Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AAA batteries X 2) -----...
Page 5 - Specifications and Guide
ENG - 5 07 Connecting an External Device 23 Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- 23 08 Connecting a USB Storage Device 24 09 Connecting a Mobile Device 26 Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- 26 Using Tap Sound ------------------------- 31 10 Installing the Wall ...
Page 6 - 1 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS
ENG - 6 01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS SOUND MODE WOOFER TONE CONTROL CH LEVEL Soundbar Main Unit Soundbar Remote Control / Batteries AC/DC Adapter (Soundbar) Power Cord (Soundbar) x 2 (M4 x L10) x 2 x 2 Wall Mount Guide Holder-Screw Screw Bracket-Wall Mount • For more information about the power supply...
Page 7 - 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW; Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar
ENG - 7 02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Top Panel LED indicator The LED Indicator flashes, glows, or changes colour depending on the Soundbar's current mode or status. The colour of the LED indicator and the number of lights indicate the active mode as described below. W ...
Page 8 - Settings; External Speaker; Bottom Panel of the Soundbar
ENG - 8 • When you plug in the AC cord, the power button will begin working in 4 to 6 seconds. • When you turn on this unit, there will be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound. • If you hear sounds from both the TV and Soundbar, go to the Settings menu for the TV audio and change the TV sp...
Page 9 - 3 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL; How to Use the Remote Control
ENG - 9 03 USING THE 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 back cover back into posi...
Page 15 - Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control; TV remote control On/Off; WOOFER
ENG - 15 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 16 - 4 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR; Connecting Electrical Power; NOTES; Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit and Subwoofer to your
ENG - 16 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 label attached to the product. (Label: Botto...
Page 17 - 5 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV; Method 1. Connecting with HDMI; High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet; Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel); HDMI IN
ENG - 17 05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV Method 1. Connecting with HDMI 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. Otherwise, the TV...
Page 18 - Digital Audio In
ENG - 18 • When the TV sound is not output, press the top panel of the Soundbar or the (Source) button on the remote control to select the “ Digital Audio In ” mode. • When the sound is not output, check the HDMI Cable (not supplied) connection again. • Use the volume buttons on the TV’s remote cont...
Page 19 - Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable; Pre-connection Checklist; Digital
ENG - 19 Method 2. 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. LED Indicator White On -> Off “...
Page 20 - Using the Q-Symphony Function; Sound Output
ENG - 20 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. LED Ind...
Page 21 - 6 USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV; Connecting via Bluetooth; The initial connection; PAIR; Needs pairing
ENG - 21 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 specif...
Page 22 - If the device fails to connect; Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Samsung TV; Bluetooth; TV Auto connect On/Off; Left; Notes on Bluetooth connection
ENG - 22 If the device fails to connect • If you have an existing Soundbar (e.g., [AV] Soundbar S5B-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 remo...
Page 23 - 7 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE; Connecting using an Optical Cable
ENG - 23 07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connecting using an Optical Cable LED Indicator White On -> Off “ Digital Audio In ” - AUDIO - R L OPTICAL OUT DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) Bottom of the Soundbar Optical Cable (not supplied) Top of the Soundbar BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Ga...
Page 24 - 8 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE; USB
ENG - 24 08 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB (5V 0.5A) DC 19V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 19V LED Indicator White On -> Off “ USB ” Micro USB toUSB ada...
Page 25 - File Format Type Compatibility list
ENG - 25 File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bit Rate *.mp3 MPEG1 Layer2 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps ~ 320kbps MPEG1 Layer3 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps ~ 320kbps MPEG2 Layer3 16kHz ~ 24kHz 8kbps ~ 160kbps MPEG2.5 Layer3 8kHz ~ 12kHz 8kbps ~ 160kbps *.wma WMA7/8/9 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps...
Page 26 - 9 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE
ENG - 26 09 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. The initial connection •...
Page 28 - Bluetooth Power On/Off; SOUND MODE; Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar; Red; Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device
ENG - 28 Bluetooth Power On/Off If a previously paired Bluetooth device tries to pair with the Soundbar when the Bluetooth Power On function is on and the Soundbar is turned off, the Soundbar turns on automatically. 1. Press and hold the SOUND MODE button for more than 5 seconds on the remote while ...
Page 29 - Bluetooth Multi Pairing; How to pair multiple devices to the Soundbar
ENG - 29 Bluetooth Multi connection The Soundbar can be connected to 2 Bluetooth devices at the same time. Bluetooth device A Bluetooth device B TV Auto connect On/Off 1. Press and hold the PAIR button for more than 5 seconds on the remote while the Soundbar is turned off. 2. Multicolour LED indicat...
Page 30 - Bluetooth Pairing
ENG - 30 NOTES • Connect the Soundbar to up to two Bluetooth devices. • Play music from one of the connected Bluetooth devices while two devices are connected. • If music is played from the Bluetooth device “B” while playing from the device “A”, the music is started playing on the device “B” and aut...
Page 31 - Using Tap Sound; Enable the Tap Sound function
ENG - 31 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. Mobile device Sma...
Page 32 - Installation Precautions; Wallmount Components; Wall Mount Guide; Wall Mount Guide
ENG - 32 10 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 34 - 1 INSTALLING THE
ENG - 34 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 35 - UPDATE; Important
ENG - 35 12 SOFTWARE UPDATE Important : After upgrading, keep the original Settings. USB (5V 0.5A) DC 19V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 19V Micro USB toUSB adapter Cable(not supplied) 1. Connect a USB memory stick to the USB port on your...
Page 36 - If LED sequence flashing is not; Reset
ENG - 36 • This product has a DUAL BOOT function. If the firmware fails to update, you can update the firmware again. If LED sequence flashing 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....
Page 37 - 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
ENG - 37 13 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. ; Power cycle the external device...
Page 39 - ENERGY STAR qualified model only; 5 OPEN SOURCE
ENG - 39 [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 40 - 7 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE
ENG - 40 17 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Specifications Model Name HW-S50B / HW-S56B USB 5V/0.5A Weight 2.4 kg Dimensions (W x H x D) 670.0 x 62.3 x 105.0 mm Operating Temperature Range +5°C to +35°C Operating Humidity Range 10 % ~ 75 % AMPLIFIER Rated Output power (30W x 2) + (30W x 2) + 20W Supported ...
