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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-B53M Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register...
  • Page 2 Refer to the table below for an explanation of • Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or symbols which may be on your Samsung product. splashing. Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
  • Page 3 This equipment generates, uses and approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not location, go to our website:www.samsung.com/ installed and used in accordance with the recycling Or call, 1‐800‐SAMSUNG instructions, may cause harmful interference to WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm radio communications.
  • Page 4 PRECAUTIONS 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce 1. Ensure that the AC power supply in your heat. house complies with the power 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the requirements listed on the identification polarized or grounding-type plug.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar ------------------------- Using a wired connection to the TV Method 1. Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Method 2. Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable...
  • Page 6 Connecting an External Device Method 1. Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Method 2. Connecting using an HDMI Cable ------------------------- Connecting a USB Storage Device Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions ------------------------- Wallmount Components ------------------------- Software Update...
  • Page 7: Checking The Components

    • 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.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar 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: –...
  • Page 9: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    Bottom Panel of the Soundbar HDMI IN HDMI IN HDMI IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI IN (OPTICAL) DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) (OPTICAL) (OPTICAL) HDMI IN HDMI IN HDMI TO TV HDMI IN (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V...
  • Page 10: Using The Remote Control

    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.
  • Page 11 WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the each speaker. TONE CH LEVEL • Press the button to select VIRTUAL CENTER LEVEL and then adjust the volume SOUND CONTROL MODE between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons. CH LEVEL •...
  • Page 12 Press the indicated areas to select Up/Down/Left/Right. Up/Down/ PAIR Left/Right Press Up/Down/Left/Right on the button to select or set functions. SOUND MODE • Repeat To use the Repeat function in “USB” mode, press the Up button. • Music Skip WOOFER Press the Right button to select the next music file.
  • Page 13 SOUND MODE WOOFER SOUND WOOFER MODE TONE CH LEVEL CONTROL (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. WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound.
  • Page 14: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    2.0 ch 2.1 ch 2.1 ch STANDARD 5.1 ch 2.1 ch 2.1 ch WOOFER • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. ENG - 14...
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control

    • Set the TV speaker to External Speaker to use this function. • Manufacturers supporting this function: Samsung, VIZIO, LG, Sony, Sharp, PHILIPS, PANASONIC, TOSHIBA, Hisense, RCA 1. Turn Off the Soundbar. 2. Push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds.
  • Page 16: Connecting The Soundbar

    04 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.
  • Page 17: Connecting The Soundbar To The Subwoofer

    Soundbar unit is connected properly. Connect again. See the Connection failed instructions for manual connection on page 18. Red and blue See the contact information Blinking Malfunction for the Samsung Service Center in this manual. ENG - 17...
  • Page 18 • The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. ID SET SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec 3. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete). The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and...
  • Page 19: Connecting The Samsung Wireless Rear Kit To Your Soundbar

    Wireless Receiver Module (sold separately) is clear of any obstructions. Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9100S or SWA-9200S sold separately) to your Soundbar.
  • Page 20: Using A Wired Connection To The Tv

    05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV Hear TV sound from your Soundbar through wired or wireless connections. • When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV’s remote control. – This feature is supported by 2017 and later Samsung Smart TVs that support Bluetooth when you connect the Soundbar to the TV using an optical cable.
  • Page 21: Method 2. Connecting A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Method 2. Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable 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.
  • Page 22 NOTES • HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single connector. • If the TV provides an ARC port, connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN (ARC) port. • We recommend you use a coreless HDMI cable if possible. If you use a cored HDMI cable, use one whose diameter is less than 0.55 inches (14 mm).
  • Page 23: Using A Wireless Connection To The Tv

    06 USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV Connecting a TV via Bluetooth When a TV is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. • Only one TV can be connected at a time. The initial connection 1.
  • Page 24 Disconnecting the Soundbar from the 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 TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the TV model.) •...
  • Page 25: Connecting An External Device

    07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired connection or Bluetooth connection to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Method 1. Connecting using an Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Bottom of the Soundbar Game console Optical Cable...
  • Page 26: Method 2. Connecting Using An Hdmi Cable

    Method 2. Connecting using an HDMI Cable Top of the Soundbar HDMI External Device HDMI IN HDMI Cable HDMI OUT (not supplied) HDMI TO TV (ARC) Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI IN HDMI Cable (ARC) (not supplied) 1. Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI IN port on the bottom of the Soundbar to the HDMI OUT port on your digital device.
  • Page 27: Connecting A Usb Storage Device

    08 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) 1.
  • Page 28: Connecting A Mobile Device

    (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 B5-Series” from the list that appears. • When the Soundbar is connected to the Bluetooth device, [Bluetooth Device Name] → “BT”...
  • Page 29 • You cannot connect the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device that supports only the HF (Hands Free) function. • Once you have paired the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device, selecting “[AV] Samsung Soundbar B5-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT”...
  • Page 30 Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar You can disconnect a Bluetooth device from the Soundbar. For instructions, see the Bluetooth device’s user manual. • The Soundbar will be disconnected. • When the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the Soundbar will display “BT DISCONNECTED”...
  • Page 31 Soundbar at the same time. NOTES • Only 1 Samsung TV, or 2 Bluetooth devices can be connected to the Soundbar at one time. • The Soundbar will be disconnected from Bluetooth devices when it receives a connection request from a Samsung TV.
  • Page 32: Installing The Wall Mount

    10 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. (M4 x L10) • Do not install in a place with high temperature or humidity. Holder-Screw Screw • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight.
  • Page 33 2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Center Line 5. Push a screw (not supplied) through each with the center of your TV (if you are Holder-Screw, and then screw each screw mounting the Soundbar below your TV), and firmly into a support screw hole. then fix the Wall Mount Guide to the wall using tape.
  • Page 34: Software Update

    (bottom) part of the Bracket-Wall your Soundbar. For more information about how Mounts, and then slide the Bracket-Wall to download update files, go to the Samsung Mounts down so that the Bracket-Wall Electronics website at Mounts rest securely on the https://www.samsung.com/us/support/...
  • Page 35: Update Procedure

    USB thumb drive. This may cause if audio files supported by the Soundbar are the firmware update to fail. stored in the USB storage device. 2. Go to https://www.samsung.com/us/ • Do not disconnect the power or remove the support/downloads/ on your computer ...
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the instructions below if this product does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the product, disconnect the power cord, and contact Samsung Electronics at 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864). Soundbar does not turn on.
  • Page 37 Change the TV’s audio output to Bluetooth moves too far away from the PCM or Dolby Digital. Soundbar, it may cause the sound to drop (For a Samsung TV: Home ( ) → Menu → out. Move the device closer to the Settings ( ) →...
  • Page 38: License

    The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are ENERGY STAR qualified model only (The other registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, models) Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung – As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung has Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other determined that this product or product...
  • Page 39: Open Source License Notice

    14 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE To send inquiries and requests for questions regarding open sources, contact Samsung Open Source (http://opensource.samsung.com) 15 IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SERVICE • Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
  • Page 40: Specifications And Guide

    Dimensions (W x H x D) (184.0 x 346.0 x 295.0 mm) AMPLIFIER 200W Rated Output power NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 40...
  • Page 41 LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited...
  • Page 42 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Country Samsung Service Center  Web Site Address Samsung Electronics America, Inc. IN THE US 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/us/support 85 Challenger Road Ridgefi eld Park, NJ 07660 © 2022 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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