Samsung HW-S61T Installation instructions

HW-S60T / S61T

FULL MANUAL

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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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN.

This symbol indicates that high voltage

is present inside. It is dangerous to

make any kind of contact with any

internal part of this product.

This symbol indicates that this product

has included important literature

concerning operation and maintenance.

Class II product : This symbol indicates

that it does not require a safety

connection to electrical earth (ground).

If this symbol is not present on a

product with a power cord, the product

MUST have a reliable connection to

protective earth (ground).

AC voltage : This symbol indicates that

the rated voltage marked with the

symbol is AC voltage.

DC voltage : This symbol indicates that

the rated voltage marked with the

symbol is DC voltage.

Caution, Consult instructions for use :

This symbol instructs the user to

consult the user manual for further

safety related information.

WARNING

•To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do

not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

•To prevent injury, this apparatus must be

securely attached to the oor/wall in

accordance with the installation instructions.

CAUTION

•Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or

splashing. Do not put objects lled with

liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

•To turn this apparatus off completely, you

must pull the power plug out of the wall

socket. Consequently, the power plug must

be easily and readily accessible at all times.

CAUTION (for Canada)

This device contains licence-exempt

transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with

Innovation, Science and Economic Development

Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is

subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference.

(2) This device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation of the device.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-

located or operation in conjunction with any other

antenna or transmitter.

This device may automatically discontinue

transmission if there is no information to

transmit, or an operational failure. Note that this

is not intended to prohibit the transmission of

control or signaling information or the use of

repetitive codes where required by the

technology.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES-003.

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Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with IC RSS-102

radiation exposure limits set forth for an

uncontrolled environment. This equipment should

be installed and operated with minimum distance

20 cm between the radiator & your body.

Important Safety Instructions

Read these operating instructions carefully

before using the unit. Follow all the safety

instructions listed below. Keep these operating

instructions handy for future reference.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these Instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including ampliers) 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. If the provided plug

does not t into your outlet, consult an

electrician for replacement of the obsolete

outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked

on or pinched particularly at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specied

by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table

specied by the manufacturer,

or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus combination to

avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning

storms or when unused for long periods of

time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualied service

personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way,

such as power-supply cord or plug is

damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus

has been exposed to rain or moisture, does

not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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PRECAUTIONS

1. Ensure that the AC power supply in your

house complies with the power

requirements listed on the identication

sticker located on the bottom of your

product. Install your product horizontally, on

a suitable base (furniture), with enough

space around it for ventilation (3~4 inches).

Make sure the ventilation slots are not

covered. Do not place the unit on ampliers

or other equipment which may become hot.

This unit is designed for continuous use.

To fully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC

plug from the wall outlet. Unplug the unit if

you intend to leave it unused for a long

period of time.

2. During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC

plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due

to lightning could damage the unit.

3. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or

other heat sources. This could lead to

overheating and cause the unit to

malfunction.

4. Protect the product from moisture (i.e.

vases), and excess heat (e.g. a replace) or

equipment creating strong magnetic or

electric elds. Unplug the power cable from

the AC wall socket if the unit malfunctions.

Your product is not intended for industrial

use. It is for personal use only. Condensation

may occur if your product has been stored in

cold temperatures. If transporting the unit

during the winter, wait approximately

2 hours until the unit has reached room

temperature before using.

5. The battery used with this product contains

chemicals that are harmful to the

environment. Do not dispose of the battery

in the general household trash. Do not

expose the battery to excess heat, direct

sunlight, or re. Do not short circuit,

disassemble, or overheat the battery.

Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced

incorrectly. Replace only with the same or

equivalent type.

Fabric cleaning

Remove any dirt or stain on the product surface

immediately.

Removing and cleaning can be less effective for

some substances or if left for a prolonged time.

CAUTION

•Use a vacuum cleaner or an adhesive lint

roller to remove dust, handprints, and the

likes.

– Some cleaning brushes may damage the

product, depending on the materials they

contain.

– Towels and cleaning clothes may leave

lint or dirt on the product.

•Do not use a nail or other tools to scratch the

dirt off. It may damage the fabric.

•To remove oil or liquid stains, use a clean

white cloth moist with water. If the stain

persists, wipe it with a mixture of water and

neutral detergent (such as dishwashing

soaps) and a cloth.

– A non-neutral detergent or cleaner may

cause discoloration or fabric damage.

– After cleaning, use a dry cloth or

hairdryer to dry the area.

– Do not use excessive force to avoid

discoloration or fabric damage.

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CONTENTS

01 Checking the Components 7

Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- 7

02 Product Overview 8

Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 8

Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 10

03 Using the Remote Control 11

How to Use the Remote Control ------------------------- 11

Output specications for the different sound effect modes ------------------------- 14

Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control ------------------------- 15

04 Connecting the Soundbar 16

Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- 16

Connecting an SWA-8500S (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar ------------------------- 17

Connecting an SWA-W500 (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar ------------------------- 19

05 Using a wired connection to the TV 21

Method 1. Connecting with HDMI ------------------------- 21

Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- 23

06 Using a wireless connection to the TV 24

Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- 24

Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi ------------------------- 26

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07 Connecting an External Device 27

Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- 27

08 Connecting a Mobile Device 28

Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- 28

Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network) ------------------------- 31

Conguring Amazon Alexa ------------------------- 32

Using the Tap Sound ------------------------- 35

09 Installing the Wall Mount 36

Installation Precautions ------------------------- 36

Wallmount Components ------------------------- 36

10 Installing the Soundbar in front of TV 38

11 Software Update 39

Auto Update ------------------------- 39

USB Update ------------------------- 39

Initialization ------------------------- 40

12 Troubleshooting 41

13 License 43

14 Open Source License Notice 43

15 Important Notes About Service 43

16 SpecicationsandGuide 44

Specications ------------------------- 44

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01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS

VOL WOOFER

SOUNDBAR

SOUND

MODE

PAIR

Soundbar Main Unit Soundbar Remote Control

Batteries

HDMI Cable

AC/DC Adapter

(Soundbar)

Power Cord

(Soundbar)

Wall Mount Guide

x 2 x 2

(M4 x L10)

x 2

Holder-Screw Bracket-Wall Mount Screw

•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.

•For more information about the wallmount see page 36.

•Design, specications, and App screen are subject to change without prior notice.

•The appearance of the accessories may differ slightly from the illustrations above.

Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2)

Slide the back cover in the direction of the arrow

until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AA batteries

(1.5V) oriented so that their polarity is correct. Slide

the back cover back into position.

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02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Top Panel of the Soundbar

Top Panel

Position the product so that

the SAMSUNG logo is

located on the top.

󱂔 󱂖󱂕

󱂓

󱂓LED

indicator

The LED Indicator ashes, 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.

White LED

Multicolor LED

White LED

•The Multicolor LED changes to White, Cyan, Green, Red, and Blue depending on the

mode or status.

󱂔

Multi

Function

Button

•In standby mode, press the (Multi Function)button to turn on the Soundbar.

•Press the (Multi Function) button to change the mode. Each time you change the

mode, the LED lights in white and then turns off.

LED

Indicator

White On -> Off White On -> Off White On -> Off

“Digital Audio In” or

“TV ARC”“Wi-Fi” “Bluetooth”

•Press the (Multi Function)button for 3 seconds to call Alexa. Say with the button

pressed to enable voice recognition.

󱂕Volume

Button Press the (Volume) button to adjust the volume.

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󱂖

Mic

On/Off

Button

Press the (Mic On/Off) button to turn on or off the microphone.

LED Indicator

Red On

“Mic Off”“Mic On”

•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 speaker to External Speaker.

•You can turn on and off audio feedback by using SmartThings app. To learn about using the

SmartThings app, refer to “Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network)”.

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Bottom Panel of the Soundbar

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITALAUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI OUT

(TV-ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITALAUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI OUT

(TV-ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITALAUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI OUT

(TV-ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITALAUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI

(ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

SERVICE DC 19V

HDMI OUT

(TV-ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

ID SET NETWORK

󱂓 󱂔 󱂕 󱂖 󱂗 󱂘

󱂓

ID SET

Press to connect the Soundbar to Surround speakers and a subwoofer wirelessly.

(The surround speaker, subwoofer are sold separately.)

󱂔NETWORK

Press to connect to a wireless network (Wi-Fi) via the SmartThings app.

󱂕SERVICE

Connect a USB storage device to upgrade the product's software.

󱂖DC 19V (Power Supply In)

Connect the AC/DC power adapter. (See page 16)

󱂗DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)

Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device. (See page 27)

󱂘HDMI (ARC)

Connect to the HDMI jack on a TV. (See page 21)

•When disconnecting the power cable of the AC/DC power adaptor from a wall outlet, pull the plug.

Do not pull the cable.

•Do not connect this unit or other components to an AC outlet until all connections between

components are complete.

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