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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-A40M 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 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 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.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- Product Overview Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- –...
  • Page 7 Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote Control ------------------------- Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control ------------------------- Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) ------------------------- Output specifications for the different sound effect modes ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions...
  • 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: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. Top Panel Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off.
  • Page 10: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) POWER DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) POWER USB (5V 0.5A) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device. USB (5V 0.5A) Connect a USB device here to play music files stored on the USB device through the Soundbar. POWER Connect the Soundbar's AC power cable.
  • Page 11: Connecting The Soundbar

    03 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 cord to the Soundbar. See the illustrations below.
  • Page 12: Connecting The Soundbar To The Subwoofer

    Soundbar unit is connected properly. Connect again. See the instructions for Connection failed manual connection on page 7. Red and See the contact information for the Blinking Malfunction blue Samsung Service Center in this manual. ENG - 6...
  • Page 13: Manually Connecting The Subwoofer If Automatic Connection Fails

    • 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. SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec ID SET 3.
  • Page 14 NOTES • Do not connect the power cord of this product or your TV to a wall outlet until all connections between components are complete. • Before moving or installing this product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. •...
  • Page 15: Connecting An Swa-9100S (Sold Separately) To Your Soundbar

    Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9100S, sold separately) to your Soundbar. 1. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to 2 Surround Speakers. – When connecting the speaker cable, connect the core wire to the speaker.
  • Page 16 • 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. SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec ID SET CAUTION •...
  • Page 17: Connecting To Your Tv

    04 CONNECTING TO YOUR 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 18: 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 listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar A4-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 3.
  • Page 19 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 20: Connecting An External Device

    05 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. Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar Optical Cable DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) OPTICAL OUT Top of the Soundbar...
  • Page 21: Connecting A Usb Storage Device

    06 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) POWER USB (5V 0.5A) USB (5V 0.5A) 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the bottom of the product. 2.
  • Page 22 File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bitrate *.mp3 MPEG 1 Layer2 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps~320kbps MPEG 1 Layer3 32kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps~320kbps MPEG 2 Layer3 16kHz ~ 24kHz 8kbps~160kbps MPEG 2.5 Layer3 8kHz ~ 12kHz 8kbps~160kbps *.wma WMA7/8/9/STD 8kHz ~ 48kHz 32kbps~320kbps...
  • Page 23: 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 A4-Series” from the list that appears. • When the Soundbar is connected to the Bluetooth device, [Bluetooth Device Name] → “BT”...
  • 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 A4-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT”...
  • 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: 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 Source Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound. PAIR PAIR Mute...
  • Page 27 Press the PAIR button. “BT PAIRING” appears in the Soundbar’s display. You can connect the Soundbar to a new Bluetooth device in this mode by selecting the PAIR Soundbar from the Bluetooth device's search list. Bluetooth PAIR SOUND MODE Press the p button to pause a music file temporarily. When you press the button again, the music file plays.
  • Page 28 SOUND MODE PAIR WOOFER WOOFER (BASS) LEVEL SOUND MODE 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 (Volume) Push the button up or down to adjust the volume.
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control

    2. Push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds. Each time you push the WOOFER button up and hold it for 5 seconds, the mode switches in the following order: “OFF-TV REMOTE” (Default mode), “SAMSUNG-TV REMOTE”, “ALL-TV REMOTE”. Remote Control Button...
  • Page 30: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    2.1 ch 4.1 ch SURROUND SOUND MODE SOUND 5.1 ch 2.1 ch 4.1 ch • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. WOOFER ENG - 24...
  • Page 31: Installing The Wall Mount

    09 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide (AH81-11685A) Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. (M4 x L10) • Do not install in a place with high Holder-Screw Screw temperature or humidity. (AH81-11684A) (AH81-11683A) • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight.
  • Page 32 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 33: Ng The Soundbar On Atv Stand

    10 NG THE 7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the SOUNDBAR ON A Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. TV STAND Place the Soundbar on a TV stand. 8. Slide the Soundbar down as shown below so that the Bracket-Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder-Screws.
  • Page 34: Software Update

    3. Save the downloaded software to a USB your Soundbar. For more information about how stick and select “Extract Here” to unzip the to download update files, go to the Samsung folder. Electronics website at 4. Turn off the Soundbar and connect the USB https://www.samsung.com/us/support/...
  • Page 35: If Update Is Not Displayed

    If UPDATE is not displayed 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then reconnect the USB storage device that contains the update files to the Soundbar’s USB port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. NOTES •...
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the table 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: License

    ; If a part of your body is in contact with the registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth Bluetooth transceiver or the product is SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung installed on metal furniture, sound may Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other drop out.
  • Page 38: Open Source License Notice

    ENERGY STAR qualified model only (The other repair. models) – As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung has determined that this product or product models meets the ENERGY STAR guideline for energy efficiency. ENG - 32...
  • Page 39: Specifications And Guide

    Dimensions (W x H x D) (181.5 x 343.0 x 272.0 mm) AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 130W NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 33...
  • 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 Ridgefi eld Park, NJ 07660 © 2021 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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