Samsung HW-Q70T User manual

USER MANUAL
HW-Q70T
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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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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.
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
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.

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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 (7~10 cm).
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.
COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2019/1782
Ecodesign requirements for external power
supplies :
www.samsung.com/global/ecodesign_
component

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CONTENTS
01 Checking the Components 5
02 Product Overview 6
03 Using the Remote Control 7
04 Connecting the Soundbar 8
05 Using a wired connection to the TV 11
06 Using a wireless connection to the TV 14
07 Connecting an External Device 16
08 Connecting a Mobile Device 17
09 Installing the Wall Mount 18
10 Installing the Soundbar above a TV Stand 20
11 Software Update 21
12 Troubleshooting 22
13 Licence 23
14 Open Source Licence Notice 24
15 Important Notes About Service 24
16 SpecicationsandGuide 25

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01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS
VOL WOOFER
SOUNDBAR
SOUND
MODE
PAIR
Soundbar Main Unit Soundbar Remote Control /
Batteries
Subwoofer
x 2
Power Cord
(Subwoofer, Soundbar)
AC/DC Adapter
(Soundbar)
HDMI Cable
x 2
(M4 x L10)
x 2
Wall Mount Guide Holder-Screw Screw
x 2 x 4
Bracket-Wall Mount Rubber-Foot
•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.
•For more information about the wallmount or rubber-foot, see page 18 ~ 20.
•Design, specications, and App screen are subject to change without prior notice.
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
Volume Source
Display
Position the product
so that the
SAMSUNG logo is
located on the top.
Power
Bottom Panel of the Soundbar
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE
DC 19V
HDMI
NETWORK ID SET
HDMI TO TV
(eARC/ARC)
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE
DC 19V
NETWORK ID SET
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(eARC/ARC)
󱂓
󱂔
󱂕
󱂖 󱂗
󱂘
󱂙
󱂓
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
Connect to the digital (optical) output of an
external device.
󱂔
SERVICE
Connect a USB storage device to upgrade the
product's software.
󱂕
DC 19V
Connect the AC/DC power adapter.
(Power Supply In)
󱂖
NETWORK
Press to connect to a wireless network (Wi-Fi)
via the SmartThings app.
󱂗
ID SET
Press to connect the Soundbar to surround
speakers and a subwoofer wirelessly.
(The surround speaker is sold separately.)
󱂘
HDMI
Inputs digital video and audio signals
simultaneously using an HDMI cable.
Connect to the HDMI output of an external
device.
󱂙HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)
Connect to the HDMI jack on a TV.

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03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
How to Use the Remote Control
VOL WOOFER
SOUNDBAR
SOUND
MODE
PAIR
󱂓
󱂔
󱂕
󱂖
󱂗
󱂙
󱂘
󱂚
󱂜
󱂛
󱂓Power
Turns the Soundbar on and off.
•Auto Power Down Function
The unit turns off automatically in the following situations:
– In D.IN / HDMI / Wi-Fi / BT mode if there is no audio
signal for 18 minutes.
󱂔(Source)
Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar.
󱂕(Mute)
Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound.
Press it again to unmute the sound.
󱂖SOUND MODE
You can select the desired sound mode by choosing
STANDARD, SURROUND, GAME PRO, or ADAPTIVE SOUND.
󱂗Bluetooth PAIR
Switch the Soundbar to Bluetooth pairing mode. Press the
button and wait for the “BT PAIRING” screen to connect to a
new Bluetooth device.
󱂘p(Play / Pause)
You can also play or pause music by pressing the button.
󱂙Up/Down/Left/Right
Press Up/Down/Left/Right on the button to select or set functions.
󱂚(Sound Control)
When pressed, the setting items such as TREBLE, BASS, SYNC, CENTER LEVEL, FRONT TOP LEVEL, and
VIRTUAL ON/OFF are displayed in sequence. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down
buttons.
󱂛WOOFER (BASS) LEVEL
Push the button up or down to adjust the level of the woofer (bass) to -12 or between -6 to +6. To set the
woofer (bass) volume level to 0 (Default), press the button.
󱂜VOLUME
Push the button up or down to adjust the volume.

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04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR
Connecting Electrical Power and Subwoofer
Use the power components (1, 2, 3) to connect the Subwoofer and 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: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit)
1 2 3
Power Cord (Subwoofer) AC/DC Adapter (Soundbar) Power Cord (Soundbar)
NOTES
•Connect the Subwoofer power before connecting to the Soundbar.
The Subwoofer will be automatically connected when turning on the Soundbar.
•If you unplug and reconnect the power cord when the product is turned on, the Soundbar turns
on automatically.
•Make sure to rest the AC/DC Adapter at on a table or the oor. If you place the AC/DC Adapter
so 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.
POWER
Rear of Subwoofer
1
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE
DC 19V
NETWORK ID SET
DIGIT
(OPTICAL)
DC 19V
Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit
2+ 3
Blue is On
The connection is
complete.

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Manually connecting the Subwoofer
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 off.
1. Turn off the Soundbar main.
2. Press and hold ID SET on the rear of the subwoofer for at least 5 seconds.
5 Sec
Rear of Subwoofer Rear of Subwoofer
Blinking blue
fast
3. Press the Up button on the remote control for 5 seconds or press the ID SET button located at the
bottom of the Soundbar.
ID SET
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
SERVICE
DC 19V
NETWORK ID SET
NETWORK ID SET
SOUND
MODE
PAIR
5 Sec
OR
Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit
4. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete).
Blue is On
The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and
glows a solid blue when a connection is
established between the Soundbar and the
Wireless Subwoofer.

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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 9.
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 9.
Red and blue
Blinking Malfunction
See the contact information for
the Samsung Service Centre in
this manual.

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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 rst.
•To connect the HDMI cable between the TV and Soundbar, be sure to connect the terminals
marked ARC. Otherwise, the TV sound may not be output.
•Be sure to use the cable with the premium HDMI certication logo. In addition, make sure that
the cable is a certied Type A, high-speed HDMI Ethernet cable. (HIGH SPEED HDMI CABLE
WITH ETHERNET)
Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
HDMI IN
(ARC)
HDMI TO TV
(eARC/ARC)
Connect to the HDMI IN
(ARC) port of your TV.
HDMI Cable
Bottom of the Soundbar
Connect to the HDMI TO TV
(eARC/ARC) port of the Soundbar
main unit.
Top of the Soundbar
TV ARC
1. With the Soundbar and TV turned off, connect the HDMI cable as shown in the gure.
2. Turn on the Soundbar and TV.
3. “TV ARC” appears in the display window of the Soundbar main unit and the Soundbar plays TV
sound.
•If TV sound is inaudible, press the (Source) button on the remote control or on the top of
the Soundbar to switch to “D.IN” mode. The screen displays “D.IN” and “TV ARC” in sequence,
and TV sound is played.

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•When connecting a Samsung TV that supports the eARC function, “eARC” appears on the
display and the sound is heard.
•If “TV ARC” does not appear in the display window of the Soundbar main unit, conrm that the
HDMI cable is connected to the correct port.
•Use the volume buttons on the TV’s remote control to change the volume on the Soundbar.
NOTES
•When you connect the TV that supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) to the Soundbar
with an HDMI cable, you can transmit the digital video and audio data without connecting a
separate optical cable.
•We recommend you use a coreless HDMI cable if possible. If you use a cored HDMI cable, use one
whose diameter is less than 14 mm.
•This function is not available if the HDMI cable does not support ARC.
•When the audio in a broadcast is encoded in Dolby Digital and the “Digital Output Audio Format” on
your TV is set to PCM, we recommend that you change the setting to Dolby Digital. When the
setting on the TV is changed, you will experience better sound quality. (The TV menu may use
different words for Dolby Digital and PCM depending on the TV manufacturer.)
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 rst.
•When you use an optical cable and the terminals have covers, be sure to remove the covers.
Bottom of the Soundbar
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
OPTICAL OUT
D.IN
Optical Cable
(not supplied)
Top of the Soundbar

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1. With the TV and Soundbar turned off, connect the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) port on the
Soundbar and the OPTICAL output port on the TV with the optical cable (not supplied), as shown in
the gure.
2. Turn on the Soundbar and TV.
3. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or remote control, and then select the “D.IN” mode.
4. The TV sound is output from the Soundbar.
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.
D.IN
TV menu
OR
Optical Cable (not supplied)
HDMI Cable
•TV menu example: TV series name + [AV] Soundbar series name (HDMI)
NOTES
•It can operate according to the Codec supported by TV.
•This function is supported only when the HDMI cable or Optical Cable (not supplied) is connected.
•This function is available in Samsung TVs released in 2020 and some Soundbar models.

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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
cabling.
•Only one Samsung TV can be connected at a time.
•Samsung TV that supports Bluetooth can be connected. Check the specications of your TV.
OR
Top of the Soundbar
BT PAIRING
PAIR
5 Sec
The initial connection
1. Press the PAIR button on the Soundbar remote control to enter the “BT PAIRING” mode.
(OR) a. Press the (Source) button on the top panel and then select “BT”.
“BT” changes to “BT PAIRING” in a few seconds automatically or changes to “BT READY” if
there is a connect record.
b. When “BT READY” appears, press and hold the (Source) button on the top panel of the
Soundbar for more than 5 seconds to display “BT PAIRING”.
2. Select Bluetooth mode on the Samsung TV.
(e.g. Home ( ) Settings () Sound Sound Output Bluetooth Speaker List 
[AV] Samsung Soundbar Q70T (Bluetooth))
3. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Q70T” from the list on TV’s screen.
An available Soundbar is indicated with “Need Pairing” or “Paired” on the TV’s Bluetooth device
list. To connect the Samsung TV to the Soundbar, select the message, and then establish a
connection.
•When the Samsung TV is connected, [TV Name] → “BT” appears on the Soundbar’s front display.
4. You can now hear Samsung TV sound from the Soundbar.
•After you have connected the Soundbar to your Samsung TV the rst time, use the “BT READY”
mode to reconnect.

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If the device fails to connect
•If you have an existing Soundbar (e.g., [AV] Samsung Soundbar Q70T) 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 remote control and switch to any mode but “BT”.
•Disconnecting takes time because the Samsung TV must receive a response from the Soundbar.
(The time required may differ, depending on the Samsung TV model.)
What is the difference between BT READY and BT PAIRING?
•BT READY : In this mode, you can reconnect any Samsung TV or mobile device that was
connected before.
•BT PAIRING : In this mode, you can connect a new device to the Soundbar. (Press the PAIR
button on the Soundbar remote control or press and hold the (Source) button on the top of
the Soundbar for more than 5 seconds while the Soundbar is in “BT” mode.)
Notes on Bluetooth connection
•Locate a new device within 1 m to connect via Bluetooth communication.
•If asked for a PIN code when connecting a Bluetooth device, enter <0000>.
•The Soundbar automatically turns off after 18 minutes in the Ready state.
•The Soundbar may not perform Bluetooth search or connection correctly under the following
circumstances:
– If there is a strong electrical eld around the Soundbar.
– If several Bluetooth devices are simultaneously paired with the Soundbar.
– If the Bluetooth device is turned off, not in place, or malfunctions.
•Electronic devices may cause radio interference. Devices that generate electromagnetic waves
must be kept away from the Soundbar main unit - e.g., microwaves, wireless LAN devices, etc.

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07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE
Method 1. Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Capable of Dolby
Atmos decoding and playback)
HDMI IN
(ARC)
HDMI
HDMI TO TV
(eARC/ARC)
HDMI OUT
Top of the Soundbar
Bottom of the Soundbar
External Device
HDMI
HDMI Cable
󱂓
HDMI Cable
󱂔
󱂕
•󱂓󱂔 Connect the HDMI cable → Turn on the Soundbar, External Device, and TV →
󱂕(Source) → Select the “HDMI” mode
Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable
OPTICAL OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
Bottom of the Soundbar
󱂔
Optical Cable
(not supplied)
Top of the Soundbar
BD / DVD player / Set-top
box / Game console
󱂓
D.IN
•󱂓 Connect the optical cable → Turn on the Soundbar and External Device → 󱂔(Source) →
Select the “D.IN” mode
NOTE
•For more information about the external device connection, refer to the Soundbar’s User Guide on
the Samsum website (www.samsung.com/support).

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08 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE
Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth
When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of
cabling.
•When you connect a paired Bluetooth device with the Soundbar off, the Soundbar automatically
turns on.
Mobile device
OR
Top of the Soundbar
BT PAIRING
PAIR
5 Sec
The initial connection
•When connecting to a new Bluetooth device, make sure the device is within 1 m distance.
1. Press the PAIR button on the Soundbar remote control to enter the “BT PAIRING” mode.
(OR) a. Press the (Source) button on the top panel and then select “BT”.
“BT” changes to “BT PAIRING” in a few seconds automatically or changes to “BT READY” if
there is a connect record.
b. When “BT READY” appears, press and hold the (Source) button on the top panel of the
Soundbar for more than 5 seconds to display “BT PAIRING”.
2. On your device, select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Q70T” from the list that appears.
•When the Soundbar is connected to the Mobile device, [Mobile Device Name] → “BT” appears in
the front display.
3. Play music les from the device connected via Bluetooth through the Soundbar.
•After you have connected the Soundbar to your mobile device the rst time, use the “BT
READY” mode to reconnect.
For more information about Bluetooth connections, refer to “Connecting via Bluetooth” on
page 14.

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Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi
(Wireless Network)
To connect a Soundbar to a mobile device via a
wireless network (Wi-Fi), the SmartThings app is
required.
SmartThings App
1. Connect your mobile device (smartphone,
tablet, etc.) to the Wi-Fi network the TV is
connected to.
2. Install and launch the SmartThings app on
your mobile device (smartphone, tablet, etc.).
3. Follow the instructions in the app screen on
the mobile device to connect the Soundbar
to your Wi-Fi network.
NOTE
•To learn about using the SmartThings app
and connecting to other devices (from
Amazon, Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-
9000S - Sold separately), etc), refer to the
FULL MANUAL for your Soundbar on the
Samsung web site
(www.samsung.com/support).
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.
•Purchase and use the xing screws or
anchors appropriate for the kind of wall you
have (plaster board, iron board, wood, etc.). If
possible, x the support screws into wall
studs.
•Purchase wall mounting screws according to
the type and thickness of the wall you want to
mount the Soundbar on.
– Diameter: M5
– Length: 35 mm or longer recommended.
•Connect cables from the unit to external
devices before you install the Soundbar on
the wall.
•Make sure the unit is turned off and
unplugged before you install it. Otherwise, it
may cause an electric shock.

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Wallmount Components
A
A
B
x 2
B
C
(M4 x L10)
x 2
C
D
x 2
1.
5 cm or more
A
Centre Line
2.
A
B
(not supplied)
3.
C
D
B
C
•When assembling, make sure the
hanger part of the
C
Dare located
behind the rear of the Soundbar.
Rear of Soundbar
Right end of Soundbar
C
D
4.
A
B
•
C
Dis inserted down to be installed
on
A
B.
A
B
C
D

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10 INSTALLING THE
SOUNDBAR
ABOVE A TV
STAND
Component
x 4
Rubber-Foot
To install, attach the Rubber-Feet to the bottom
of the Soundbar before placing it in position
above the TV stand. Make sure you attach the
Rubber-Feet so that they are beyond the outside
edges of the TV stand. Refer to the gure below.
Rubber-Foot
Place the Soundbar on a TV stand.
As illustrated in the image, align the centre of the
Soundbar with the centre of the TV, carefully
place the Soundbar onto the TV stand.
NOTES
•Make sure the Soundbar is placed on a at
and solid surface.
•Insufcient gap from the TV may cause
acoustic problem.