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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-N850 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: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION • TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). INSERT. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. • This apparatus shall always be connected to a REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE AC outlet with a protective grounding PERSONNEL.
  • Page 3 However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the 2. During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains to lightning could damage the unit.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    See this manual for safety instructions, product installation, components, connections, and product specifications. 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.
  • Page 5 Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly ------------------------- – Connecting a TV via Bluetooth ------------------------- – Connecting via Wi-Fi ------------------------- Connecting an External Device Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Dolby Atmos® supported) ------------------------- Connecting using an HDMI Cable ------------------------- Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth...

  • Page 6: Checking The Components

    5. • For Soundbar wall mounting components, see page 32. • 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.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the "Samsung Harman Kardon" logo Panel is located on the top. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. Source) Button Selects the source input mode.

  • Page 8: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) (OPTICAL) (OPTICAL) SERVICE SERVICE SERVICE Bottom Panel of the Soundbar POWER POWER POWER ID SET ID SET ID SET HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 1 (WOOFER/REAR) (WOOFER/REAR) (WOOFER/REAR) NETWORK NETWORK...

  • Page 9: Connecting The Soundbar

    03 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components (1, 2) 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 cord to the Soundbar. See the illustrations below.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Soundbar To The Subwoofer

    Connect again. (Refer to the instructions on Connection failed manual connection on page 7.) Red and See the contact information for the Blinking Malfunction blue Samsung Service Centre in this manual. ENG - 6...

  • Page 11: Manually Connecting The Subwoofer If Automatic Connection Fails

    • The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. 5 Sec “Samsung Harman Kardon” logo is on the top ID SET 3. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete). The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and...

  • Page 12: Connecting The Swa-9000S To A Soundbar (Sold Separately)

    Wireless Receiver Module (Sold separately) location is clear of any obstructions. Connecting the SWA-9000S to a Soundbar (Sold Separately) Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9000S) to your Soundbar (Sold separately). 1. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to 2 Surround Speakers.
  • Page 13 • The ID SET message appears on the display of the Soundbar for a moment, and then it disappears. • The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. 5 Sec “Samsung Harman Kardon” logo is on the top ID SET CAUTION •...

  • Page 14: Connecting To A Tv

    • When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV’s remote control. – This feature is available on 2017 and later Samsung Smart TVs that support Bluetooth when the Soundbar is connected to the TV using an optical cable.

  • Page 15: Connecting Using An Optical Cable

    • If “TV ARC” does not appear in the display window of the Soundbar main unit, confirm that the HDMI cable (not supplied) is connected to the correct port. • Use the volume buttons on the TV’s remote control to change the volume on the Soundbar. NOTES •...

  • Page 16: Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly

    4. You can now hear TV sound from the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Nxxx”) appears in the list, delete • Then repeat steps 1 through 3. ENG - 12...
  • Page 17 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 18: Connecting Via Wi-Fi

    Connecting via Wi-Fi Pre-connection Checklist 1. Confirm that your Samsung Smart TV was released after 2013. This function is compatible only with Samsung Smart TVs released after 2013. 2. Make sure your Wireless router (Wi-Fi) is ready and working. 3. Make sure that the TV is connected to the Wireless router (your Wi-Fi network).
  • Page 19 Soundbar, use the TV menu to connect the TV to the network again. For TVs released in 2018 Home ( )  Settings ( )  Sound  Sound Output  [AV] Samsung Soundbar Nxxx (Wi-Fi) For TVs released in 2017 Home ( )  Settings ( ) ...

  • Page 20: Connecting An External Device

    05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired or wireless network to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an HDMI Cable (Dolby Atmos® supported) • What is Dolby Atmos®? Atmos technology enhances existing 7.1 channel surround sound systems by adding an overhead speaker.

  • Page 21: Connecting Using An Hdmi Cable

    • Open the audio output options on the settings menu of your BD player or other device and make sure that “No Encoding” is selected for Bitstream. For example, on a Samsung BD Player, go to Home Menu → Sound → Digital Output and then select Bitstream (unprocessed).

  • Page 22: Connecting Using An Optical Cable

    Connecting using an Optical Cable Top of the Soundbar BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console D.IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL OUT Optical Cable (OPTICAL) (not supplied) Bottom of the Soundbar 1. Connect DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT jack of the Source Device using a digital optical cable (not supplied).

  • Page 23: Connecting A Mobile Device

    3. Play music files located on the device connected via Bluetooth through the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Nxxx”) appears in the list, delete • Then repeat steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 24 • 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 Nxxx” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT” mode.
  • Page 25 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 26: Connecting Via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network)

    Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network) • Connect a single Soundbar to Wi-Fi to access a variety of music streaming services and Internet radio. Connect multiple Soundbars to Wi-Fi to use grouped playback or the stereo sound mode. • To connect a Soundbar to a mobile device via a wireless network (Wi-Fi), the SmartThings app is required.
  • Page 27 • To connect an additional SWA-9000S wireless rear speaker kit (not supplied), disconnect the Samsung wireless speakers from the Soundbar to disable the surround sound system. (If you connect the surround speakers without disconnecting the SWA-9000S speakers, sound is played via both the Samsung wireless speaker and the Surround speaker.)

  • Page 28: Connecting An Amazon Product

    07 CONNECTING AN AMAZON PRODUCT • This feature may not be available in some countries. • This service is provided by Amazon and can be terminated at any time. Samsung does not assume responsibility for service availability. Connect and use with an Amazon product (Amazon Echo) Use an Amazon Echo product to control your Soundbar and enjoy music services provided by Amazon Echo.
  • Page 29 2. In the Alexa app, search “Samsung Wireless Audio” in Skills, and then select “ENABLE”. • Skip this step if you have Skills set up already. Amazon Alexa app Select Skills Search Enable 3. In the Alexa app, tap “Smart Home → Devices → Discover” to complete the connection.

  • Page 30: Use Voice Commands To Control The Soundbar

    Use voice commands to control the Soundbar • The Amazon Echo service you can use with your Soundbar is limited to music. Other services provided by Amazon Echo, such as news and weather, can only be accessed through your Amazon Echo product. Trigger + Command + Speaker name Use the Speaker name you changed in the SmartThings app.

  • Page 31: Using The Remote Control

    08 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Turns the Soundbar on and off. Power Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. PAIR • BT PAIRING mode Source To turn on “BT PAIRING” mode, press and hold the (Source) button for more than 5 seconds.
  • Page 32 Anynet+ and Auto Power Link are turned on and turned off by the Right and Left buttons respectively. – Anynet+ : If the Soundbar is connected to a Samsung TV through an HDMI cable, you can control your Soundbar with a Samsung TV remote control.
  • Page 33 You can select from TREBLE, BASS, SYNC, CENTER LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, or FRONT TOP LEVEL. • To control the volume of the treble or bass sound, select TREBLE or BASS in Sound Sound Control Settings, and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons. •...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control

    For more information, see the TV’s user manual. The default mode for this function is control by a Samsung TV remote. If your TV is not – Each time you push the WOOFER button a Samsung TV, follow the directions below to up and hold it for 5 seconds, the mode change the settings of this function.

  • Page 35: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    • If the input source is Dolby Atmos®, 7.1.2 channel is outputted. The sound effect is not available. • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit and the Surround Speakers can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit or the Subwoofer, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from.

  • Page 36: Installing The Wall Mount

    09 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Installation Precautions Wall Mount Guide • Install on a vertical wall only. • Do not install in a place with high temperature or humidity. (M4 x L10) • Verify that the wall is strong enough to Holder-Screw Screw support the product’s weight.
  • Page 37 2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Centre Line 5. Push a screw (not supplied) through each with the centre 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 38: Software Update

    10 SOFTWARE 7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the UPDATE Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. When the Soundbar is connected to the Internet, software updates automatically occur even when the Soundbar is turned off. •...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    11 TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking assistance, check the following. The red LED on the subwoofer blinks and The unit will not turn on. the subwoofer is not producing sound. Is the power cord plugged into the outlet? This issue can occur if the subwoofer is not ;...

  • Page 40: Licence

    12 LICENCE ; Connected via Wi-Fi 1. Check if the TV is a compatible model. • Only Samsung Smart TVs released after 2013 are supported. 2. Check if the TV is connected to Wi-Fi. • If the TV is not connected to Wi-Fi, use...

  • Page 41: Open Source Licence Notice

    13 OPEN SOURCE LICENCE NOTICE For further information on Open Sources used in this product, please visit the website: http://opensource.samsung.com 14 IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SERVICE • Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.

  • Page 42: Specifications And Guide

    Dimensions (W x H x D) 203.5 x 400.0 x 415.5 mm AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 162W NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 38...
  • Page 43 Port deactivation method Soundbar for 30 seconds to turn Bluetooth On / Off. • Hereby, Samsung Electronics, declares that this equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.samsung.com go to Support >...
  • Page 44 Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product specific regulatory obligations e.g. REACH, WEEE, Batteries, visit: http://www.samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/samsungelectronics/corporatecitizenship/data_corner.html...
  • Page 45 EIRE UNITED KINGDOM EIRE his Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the origi- s Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the origi- beyond the control of Samsung. beyond the control of Samsung.
  • Page 46 © 2018 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care Centre. Country Contact Centre  Web Site Country Contact Centre ...

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