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- Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-A40R 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 PERSONNEL. Refer to the table below for an explanation of CAUTION symbols which may be on your Samsung product. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or CAUTION liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
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- Page 4 PRECAUTIONS 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other 1. Ensure that the AC power supply in your heat. house complies with the power 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
- Page 5 See this manual for safety instructions, product installation, FULL MANUAL You can access the FULL MANUAL on Samsung’s on-line customer support center by scanning the QR code on the left. To see the manual on your PC or mobile device, download the manual in document format from Samsung’s website.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Checking the Components Inserting battery (AAA) into the Remote Control ------------------------- Product Overview Front / Right Side Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- The Remote Control Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) ------------------------- Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control -------------------------... - Page 7 Connecting a USB Storage Device Setting Repeat Play Options ------------------------- System Reset Installing the Wall Mount (Optional) Installation Precautions ------------------------- Wall mount Components ------------------------- Software Update Update Procedure ------------------------- When update fails ------------------------- Troubleshooting License Open Source License Notice Important Notes About Service -------------------------...
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Page 8: 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 9: Inserting Battery (Aaa) Into The Remote Control
Inserting battery (AAA) into the Remote Control Match the polarity of the battery to the symbols on the battery compartment. ENG - 9... -
Page 10: Product Overview
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front / Right Side Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. Volume Power Right Side of the Soundbar mode or status. The color of the LED indicator and the number of lights indicate the active mode as described below. -
Page 11: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar
You can activate your Bluetooth connection by placing your phone in the NFC detection area Logo of the Soundbar. Selects the source input mode. (D.IN / Bluetooth / AUX / USB) To turn on “Bluetooth pairing” mode, change the source to “Bluetooth” mode and then Source press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds. -
Page 12: The Remote Control
03 THE REMOTE CONTROL The images, buttons, and functions of the remote control may differ depending on the model. Press this button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound. Turns the Soundbar on and off. Push this button up or down to Press to select the desired sound effect by choosing SURROUND or STANDARD. -
Page 13: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)
Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) Hidden Button How to Use the Remote Control Remote Control Function Button – D.IN / Bluetooth / USB / AUX Mode : If there is no audio signal for 18 minutes. –... - Page 14 Press the button for 5 seconds in the power on station to trigger the Bluetooth Power On/Off function. LED indicator Bluetooth Power On/Off Blinking Blinking Bluetooth Power On Bluetooth Power Off Auto Power Link For detailed information about Auto Power Link On/Off function, please On/Off see “Auto Power Link”...
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Page 15: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control
Samsung TV. First use the TV menu to set the TV audio on your Samsung TV to external speakers, then use your Samsung remote to control the Soundbar’s volume. For more information, see the TV’s user manual. -
Page 16: Connecting The Soundbar
04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power For information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. (Label : Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) Electrical Outlet AUX IN AUX IN POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN POWER... -
Page 17: Connecting An Swa-8500 To Your Soundbar
Connecting an SWA-8500 to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Surround Speaker SET (SWA-8500) to your Soundbar. 1. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to 2 Surround Speakers Use the speaker cables to connect the two surround sound speakers to the Wireless Receiver Module. - Page 18 2. Check the standby status after plugging into an electrical outlet The LINK LED indicator (blue LED) on the Wireless Receiver Module blinks. If the LED does not blink fast, press the ID SET until the LINK LED indicator blinks fast (in Blue). 5 Sec LINK STANDBY...
- Page 19 1. Press the ID SET button on the back of the Wireless Receiver Module with a pen tip for blinks (in Blue). STANDBY Connection failure (Red) 5 Sec SURROUND SPEAKERS OUT SPEAKER IMPEDANCE : 3Ω ID SET ID SET Others Errors Contact a Samsung Service Center. ENG - 19...
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Page 20: Connecting To A Tv
05 CONNECTING TO A TV Hear TV sound from your Soundbar through wired or wireless connections. When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, you can control the Soundbar using the TV’s remote control. – you connect the Soundbar to the TV using an optical cable. - Page 21 Step 2. Change the Soundbar’s mode to D.IN (OR) Right Side of the Soundbar Auto Power Link This Function automatically turns on the Soundbar when the TV is turned on if the Soundbar is connected to the TV by an Optical Cable. Press and hold the button on the remote control for more than 5 seconds to toggle this function.
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Page 22: Connecting A Tv Or Bluetooth Device Via Bluetooth
If the TV or device fails to connect If a previously connected Soundbar listing appears in the device list of your TV or Bluetooth device, delete it. (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar A400-Series”) Then repeat steps 1 through 3. ENG - 22... -
Page 23: Connecting A Soundbar To A Mobile Device Via Nfc Function
Disconnecting the Soundbar from the TV Press the button on the right side panel or on the remote control and switch to any mode but “Bluetooth”. Disconnecting takes time because the TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the TV model.) To cancel the automatic Bluetooth connection between the Soundbar and TV, press and hold button for 5 seconds in “Bluetooth Ready”... - 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 A400-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “Bluetooth”...
- Page 25 Bluetooth Power On/Off If a previously paired Bluetooth device tries to pair with the Soundbar when the Bluetooth Power function is on and the Soundbar is turned off, the Soundbar turns on automatically. Press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds in the power on station to trigger/shut off Bluetooth Power On function.
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Page 26: Connecting An External Device
06 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via an optical cable or analog cable to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an Optical Cable Step 1. Connect using an Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) -
Page 27: Connecting Using An Analog Audio (Aux) Cable
Connecting using an Analog Audio (AUX) Cable Step 1. Connect using an Analog Audio (AUX) Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console AUX IN AUX IN Audio (AUX) Cable Bottom of the Soundbar (not supplied) Step 2. Change the Soundbar’s mode to AUX (OR) Right Side of the Soundbar... -
Page 28: Connecting A Usb Storage Device
07 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE Step 1. Connect a USB Drive Bottom of the Soundbar USB (5V 0.5A) NOTE – The Soundbar automatically turns off (Auto Power Off) if you do not connect a USB device to the Soundbar within 18 minutes. Step 2. -
Page 29: Setting Repeat Play Options
Setting Repeat Play Options Repeat play When the Soundbar is in “USB” mode, each time you press the button the “USB” mode changes how it plays tracks in the following order: “Repeat - Off” > “Repeat - 1 song” > “Repeat - All songs”. See the table below for details. - Page 30 File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bitrate *.mp3 MPEG 1 Layer2 32kbps~320kbps MPEG 1 Layer3 32kbps~320kbps MPEG 2 Layer3 MPEG 2.5 Layer3 8kHz ~ 12kHz *.wma 32kbps~320kbps *.aac AAC-LC HE-AAC unsupport ogg: 2. block size 1 < 512, 3.
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Page 31: System Reset
08 SYSTEM RESET Blinking X 4 5 Sec Right Side of the Soundbar With the Soundbar on, press the (Volume) buttons on the body at the same time for at least 5 seconds. CAUTION – All the settings of the Soundbar are reset. Be sure to perform this only when reset is required. ENG - 31... -
Page 32: Installing The Wall Mount (Optional)
09 INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT (OPTIONAL) 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. - Page 33 NOTES – If your TV is installed on the wall, install the Soundbar 2 inches (5 cm) or more below your TV. – Use a pencil to mark the holes’ positions. CENTER LINE 2’’ (50 mm) IMPORTANT NOTE – The installation method shown here is for CONCRETE walls. Installation methods will vary depending on the wall type.
- Page 34 POWER AUX IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN POWER (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) NOTE CAUTION – Supports for wall installation are built – into the back of the Soundbar. accidently detached, resulting in personal injury. – Do not bump into or strike the Soundbar (especially from the bottom).
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Page 35: Software Update
We recommend you write down your settings so that you can easily reset them after the update. Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s 1. Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port on your computer. Bottom of the Soundbar Important: Make sure there are no music USB (5V 0.5A) -
Page 36: When Update Fails
When update fails 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then reconnect the USB storage device that USB port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. NOTES – stored in the USB storage device. –... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Bluetooth transceiver or the product is For sound output of the TV, select installed on metal furniture, sound Soundbar. (Samsung TV: Home ( breaking may occur. Check the installation Settings ( environment and conditions for use. -
Page 38: License
Bluetooth If you have a problem with this product, we SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung strongly recommend you read the Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other... - Page 39 15 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE Model Name 5V/0.5A Weight Dimensions (W x H x D) Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range Supported play formats LPCM 2ch, Dolby Audio™ (DTS 2.0 sound is played in DTS format.) (supporting Dolby® Digital), DTS Wireless Surround Speaker SET Name SWA-8500 Weight Wireless Receiver Module...
- Page 40 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 41 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 © 2021 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.