Samsung HW-Q950T FULL MANUAL

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HW-Q950T

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SAFETY INFORMATION

• The following also applies to the Wireless Subwoofer (PS-WR95BB) and Surround Speakers (PS-SQ90BB-1, PS-SQ90BB-2).

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 E LECTRIC S HOCK.

DO NOT OP EN.

This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this produc t.

This symbol indicates that this product comes with important literature concerning operation and maintenance.

Class II product : This symbol indicates that a safety connection to electrical earth (ground) is not required. 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 : Rated voltage marked with this symbol is AC voltage.

DC voltage : Rated voltage marked with this symbol is DC voltage.

Caution. Consult Ins tructions 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.

• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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 of f 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.

FCC NOTE (for U.S.A):

FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Responsible Party - U.S. Cont act Information:

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road.

Ridgeeld Park, NJ 07660 Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)

FCC Compliance Statement :

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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FCC Caution :

• Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

• This product satises FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

Class B FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Par t 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.

• Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connecting the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit than the radio or TV.

• Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement :

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated so there is at least 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and your body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

CALIFORNIA USA ONLY (Applicable for networking models only.)

This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR(Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA “Perchloate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate.”

Dispose unwanted electronics through an

approved recycler. To nd the nearest recycling

location, go to our website:www.samsung.com/ recycling Or call, 1‐800‐SAMSUNG

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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.

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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.

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.

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Fabric cleaning

Remove any dirt or stain on the product sur face 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 8

02 Product Overview 9

Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- 9

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

03 Using the Soundbar Remote Control 11

Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- 11

How to Use the Remote Control

Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function)

Output specications for the different sound effect modes

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

04 Connecting the Soundbar 16

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Connecting the power and units

–

Recommended Speaker Layout ------------------------- 17

– Manually connecting the Subwoofer or Surround Speakers – LED Indicator Lights on the Rear of Subwoofer and

Surround Speakers

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05 Using a wired connection to the TV 21

Method 1. Connecting with HDMI

– Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)

Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable

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06 Using a wireless connection to the TV 24

Connecting via Bluetooth

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07 Connecting an External Device 26

Method 1. Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Capable of Dolby Atmos decoding and playback)

Method 2. Connecting using an Optical Cable

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08 Connecting a Mobile Device 28

Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth

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

Conguring Amazon Alexa

Using the Tap Sound

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09 Installing the Wall Mount 35

Installation Precautions

Wallmount Components

Installing the Surround Speakers on a Wall

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10 Installing the Soundbar above a TV Stand 38

Component

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11 Software Update 39

Auto Update

USB Update

Initialization

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12 Troubleshooting 40

13 License 42

14 Open Source License Notice 43

15 Important Notes About Service 43

16 SpecicationsandGuide 44

Specications

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01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS

POWER

PAIR

SOUND MODE

VOL WOOFER

SOUNDBAR

Soundbar Main Unit Soundbar Remote Control

x 2

Surround Speaker

(Lef t / Right)

(AH59-02767A)

Power Cord (Subwoofer, Surround

Speaker, Soun dbar) (3903- 001117)

/ Bat teries

x 4

x 2

Subwoofer

HDMI Cable

(BN39-01997A)

x 2

(M4 x L10)

Wall Mount G uide (AH63- 04369C) Holder -Screw (AH61- 04110A) Screw (6001- 001202)

x 2

x 4

Bracket-Wall Mount (AH61-04119A) Rubber-Foot (BN67-00398L)

• 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 or rubber-foot, see pages 35~38.

• 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.

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02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Top Panel of the Soundbar

Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top.

(Multi Function) But ton

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

• Press the (Multi Function) button to change the input source.

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

enable voice recognition.

Display

Displays the produc t’s status and current mode.

󱂔

D.IN  HDMI  Wi-Fi  BT

(Mic On/Off ) Button

󱂕

Press the button to turn the microphone on or off.

󱂖

• 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.

(Vol ume) But ton

Adjusts the volume.

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󱂔

󱂖

󱂕

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Bottom Panel of the Soundbar

ID SET

HDMI IN 1

HDMI IN 2

NETWORK

SERVICE

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

ID SET (WOOFER/REAR)

ID SET

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

HDMI TO TV

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

ID SET

HDMI IN 1

HDMI IN 2

POWER

NETWORK

SERVICE

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

ID SET (WOOFER/REAR)

ID SET

NETWORK

SERVICE

ID SET (WOOFER/REAR)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

POWER

ID SET

󱂔

󱂓

POWER

󱂓

Connect the Soundbar's AC power cable.

ID SET (WOOFER/REAR)

󱂔

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

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.

DIGITAL AUD IO IN (OPTIC AL)

󱂗

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

󱂕

POWER

(WOOFER/REAR)

NETWORK

HDMI 1 /HDMI 2

Inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable.

󱂘

Connect to the HDMI output of an external device. (See page 26)

SERVICE

ID SET

SERVICE

ID SET (WOOFER/REAR)

NETWORK

HDMI IN 1

HDMI IN 2

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DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)

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󱂘

󱂙

HDMI TO T V (eARC/ARC)

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

• When disconnecting the power cord 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 USING THE SOUNDBAR REMOTE

PAIR

CONTROL

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.

How to Use the Remote Control

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󱂔

󱂕

󱂖

PAIR

SOUND

MODE

VOL WOOFER

SOUNDBAR

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󱂘

󱂙

󱂚

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󱂜

󱂓

󱂔

󱂕

Power

Source

Mute

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.

Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar.

Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound.

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PAIR

SOUND

MODE

SOUND MODE

You can selec t the desired sound mode by choosing STANDARD, SURROUND, GAME PRO, or ADAPTIVE SOUND.

• STANDARD

Outputs the original sound.

• SURROUND SOUND

Provides a wider sound eld than standard.

• GAME PRO

Provides stereoscopic sound to immerse you in the action while gaming.

• ADAPTIVE SOUND

Analyzes the content in real time and automatically provides the optimal sound eld

based on the charac teristics of the content.

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󱂘

󱂙

PAIR

Bluetooth

PAIR

Play / Pau se

Up/Down/

Left/Right

Switch the Soundbar to Bluetooth pairing mode. Press the button and wait for the “BT PAIRING” screen to connect to a new Bluetooth device.

You can also play or pause music by pressing the but ton.

Press the indicated areas to select Up/Down/Left/Right.

Press Up/Down/Left/Right on the button to select or set functions.

• Music Skip Press the Right button to select the next music le. Press the Left button to select

the previous music le.

• ID SET Use this option when the Subwoofer or Surround Speakers are not connected or need reconnection. While powered off, press and hold the Up button for 5 seconds to perform ID SET. (See page 18.)

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PAIR

SOUNDBAR

SOUND

MODE

PAIR

SOUND

MODE

VOL

WOOFER

SOUNDBAR

SOUND

MODE

VOL

WOOFER

SOUNDBAR

󱂛

Sound Control

When pressed, the setting items such as TREBLE, BASS, SYNC, CENTER LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, FRONT TOP LEVEL, REAR LEVEL, REAR TOP L EVEL, and VIRTUAL ON/OFF are

displayed in sequence. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons.

– To control the volume of the treble or bass sound, select TREBLE or BASS in Sound

Settings, and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons.

– Press and hold the (Sound Control) button for about 5 seconds to adjust the

sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and

10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons.

(Make sure the Sound mode is set to “STANDARD”.)

– To control the volume of the each speaker select CENTE R LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, or

FRONT TOP LEVEL in Sound Settings, and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by

using the Up/Down buttons.

– If the video on the T V and audio from the Soundbar are not synchronized, selec t

SYNC in Sound Control, and then set the audio delay between 0~300 milliseconds by

using the Up/Down buttons. – SYNC is only supported for some functions. – If Surround Speakers are connected, select RE AR LEVEL or REAR T OP LEVEL and

then use the Up/Down buttons to adjust the volume within a -6 to +6 range. – The VIRTUAL Speaker function can be turned ON/OFF by using the Up/Down

buttons.

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WOOFER

(BASS) LEVEL

VOLUME

SOUND

MODE

WOOFER

VOL

SOUND

MODE

WOOFER

VOL

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.

SOUND

MODE

WOOFER

VOL

SOUND

MODE

WOOFER

VOL

Push the button up or down to adjust the volume.

• Mute

Press the VOL button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound.

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Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function)

Hidden Button

Remote Control Button Function

WOOFER (Up) TV remote control On/Off (Standby) page 15

Up ID SET page 18

(Sound Control)

7 Band EQ page 13

Reference page

Outputspecicationsforthedifferentsoundeffectmodes

Effect Input

STANDARD

SURROUND

GAME PRO

ADAPTIVE SOUND

With Subwoofer & Surround Speaker

2.0 ch 2.1 ch

5.1 ch 5.1 ch / 7.1 ch (DTS)

7.1 ch 7.1 ch

7.1.4 ch 9.1.4 ch

2.0 ch 9.1.4 ch

5.1 ch 9.1.4 ch

7.1 ch 9.1.4 ch

7.1.4 ch 9.1.4 ch

2.0 ch 9.1.4 ch

5.1 ch 9.1.4 ch

7.1 ch 9.1.4 ch

7.1.4 ch 9.1.4 ch

2.0 ch 9.1.4 ch

5.1 ch 9.1.4 ch

7.1 ch 9.1.4 ch

7.1.4 ch 9.1.4 ch

Output

• For input sources Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, the effect modes that can be selected using the

SOUND MODE button will not be available. (See above for the effect modes.)

• If the input source is Dolby Atmos®, 9.1.4 channels are outputted.

• The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit or the Subwoofer, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from.

• The Surround Speakers will not produce sounds for 2 channel output while STANDARD mode is in use. To enable sound for the Surround Speakers, change the effect mode to SURROUND.

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