Samsung HW-Q600A Installation instructions

HW-Q600A
FULL MANUAL
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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.
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
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not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
This apparatus shall always be connected to a
AC outlet with a protective grounding
connection.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains,
the plug must be pulled out from the mains
socket, therefore the mains plug shall be
readily operable.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or
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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.

ENG - iii
PRECAUTIONS
1. Ensure that the AC power supply in your
house complies with the power
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sticker located on the bottom of your
product. Install your product horizontally, on
a suitable base (furniture), with enough
space around it for ventilation (7~10 cm).
Make sure the ventilation slots are not
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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.
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equipment creating strong magnetic or
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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
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disassemble, or overheat the battery.
CAUTION : Danger of explosion if the battery
is replaced incorrectly. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
The user manual has two parts: simple paper
USER MANUAL and a detailed FULL MANUAL you
can download.
USER MANUAL
See this manual for safety instructions,
product installation, components,
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FULL MANUAL
You can access the FULL MANUAL on
Samsung’s on-line customer support centre by
scanning the QR code. To see the manual on
your PC or mobile device, download the
manual in document format from Samsung’s
website. (http://www.samsung.com/support)
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without prior notice.

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 Connecting the Soundbar 5
Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- 5
Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- 6
– Automatic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar ------------------------- 6
– Manually connecting the Subwoofer if automatic connection fails ------------------------- 7
Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar ------------------------- 9
04 Connecting to your TV 11
Method 1. Connecting with a Cable ------------------------- 11
– Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable ------------------------- 11
– Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- 13
Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly ------------------------- 15
– Connecting a TV via Bluetooth ------------------------- 15
05 Connecting an External Device 17
Connecting using an HDMI Cable
(Capable of Dolby Atmos decoding and playback) ------------------------- 17
Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- 18
06 Connecting a USB Storage Device 19

ENG - v
07 Connecting a Mobile Device 20
Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- 20
Using the Tap Sound ------------------------- 24
08 Using the Remote Control 25
How to Use the Remote Control ------------------------- 25
Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control ------------------------- 28
Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) ------------------------- 29
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09 Installing the Wall Mount 30
Installation Precautions ------------------------- 30
Wallmount Components ------------------------- 30
10 Placing the Soundbar on a TV stand 32
11 Software Update 33
Update Procedure ------------------------- 33
If UPDATE is not displayed ------------------------- 34
Reset ------------------------- 34
12 Troubleshooting 35
13 Licence 37
14 Open Source Licence Notice 38
15 Important Notes About Service 38
16 SpecicationsandGuide 39
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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)
AC/DC Adapter
(Soundbar)
HDMI Cable
x 2 x 2
(M4 x L10)
x 2
Wall Mount Guide 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 Centre or
Samsung Customer Care.
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
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 automatically in the following situations:
– In D.IN / HDMI / BT / USB Mode : If there is no audio signal for 20 minutes.
󱂕
(Volume) Button
Adjusts the volume.
When adjusted, the volume level appears on the Soundbar’s front display.
󱂖
(Source) Button
Selects the source input mode.
Input mode Display
Optical Digital input D.IN
ARC (HDMI OUT) input D.IN TV ARC (Auto conversion)
HDMI input HDMI
BLUETOOTH mode BT
USB mode USB
To turn on “BT PAIRING” mode, change the source to “BT” mode, and then press and hold the
(Source) button for more than 5 seconds.
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 want to enjoy sound only from the Soundbar, you must turn off the TV’s speakers in the Audio
Setup menu of your TV. Refer to the owner’s manual supplied with your TV.

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Bottom Panel of the Soundbar
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(ARC)
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(ARC)
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(ARC)
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(ARC)
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(ARC)
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(ARC)
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
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󱂖
󱂗
󱂓
󱂔
󱂓USB (5V 0.5A)
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󱂔DC 24V (Power Supply In)
Connect the AC/DC power adapter.
󱂕
HDMI
Inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable.
Connect to the HDMI output of an external device.
󱂖HDMI TO TV (ARC)
Connect to the HDMI (ARC) port on a TV.
󱂗DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device.
When disconnecting the power cable of the AC/DC power adapter 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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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 output cable to the power adapter, and then to the Soundbar.
3. Connect the power cord to a wall socket.
See the illustrations below.
For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the
label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit)
POWER
Rear of Subwoofer
Power Cord
Connecting
Electrical Power
USB (5V 0.5A)
DC 24V
DC 24V
Bottom of the
Soundbar Main Unit
AC/DC Adapter
Power Cord
Connecting
Electrical Power
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that it is hanging with the AC cord input facing upwards, water or other foreign substances could
enter the Adapter and cause the Adapter to malfunction.

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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 connected to the Soundbar.
When auto pairing is complete, the blue indicator at the rear of the subwoofer turn on.
LED Indicator Lights on the Rear of Subwoofer
LED Status Description Resolution
Blue
On Successfully connected
(normal operation) -
Blinking Recovering the connection
Check if the power cable attached to the
main Soundbar unit is connected properly
or wait about 5 minutes. If blinking persists,
try manually connecting the subwoofer.
See page 7.
Red On
Standby (with the Soundbar
main unit turned off)
Check if the power cable attached to the
main Soundbar unit is connected properly.
Connection failed Connect again. See the instructions for
manual connection on page 7.
Red and
blue Blinking Malfunction See the contact information for the Samsung Service Centre in this manual.