Samsung HW-S800B User Manual
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QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
IN THE US
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
I
www.samsung.com/us/support
Samsung Electronics America,
Inc.
85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park,
NJ 07660
©
2022 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All
rights
reserved.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following also applies to the Wireless Subwoofer
(PS-WB85D / PS-WB86D).
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.
[g]
This symbol indicates that high voltage is
present inside. It is dangerous to make any
kind of contact with any internal part of this
product.
This symbol indicates that this product has
included
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 Instructions for use: This
symbol instructs the user to consult the user
manual forfurther safety related information.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture.
To
prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
attached to the floor/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 filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
To turn this apparatus off 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.

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  • Page 9 FULL MANUAL HW-S800B / HW-S801B 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 10 Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find plug out of the wall socket. Consequently, the power plug must be the nearest recycling location, go to our website:www.samsung.com/ easily and readily accessible at all times. recycling Or call, 1‐800‐SAMSUNG FCC NOTE (for U.S.A):...
  • Page 11 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for the Samsung service center. long periods of time. • Do not arbitrarily disassemble the remote control. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is •...
  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Checking the Components Product Overview Top Panel of the Soundbar..................... .7 Rear Panel of the Soundbar .
  • Page 13 Software Update Auto Update....................... . . 30 USB Update .
  • Page 14: 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. • For more information about the wallmount or rubber-foot, see pages 28~29.
  • Page 15: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Top Panel of the Soundbar LED indicator The LED Indicator flashes, glows, or changes color depending on the Soundbar’s current mode or status. The color of the LED indicator and the number of lights indicate the active mode as described below. White LED White LED Multicolor LED...
  • Page 16: Rear Panel Of The Soundbar

    Rear Panel of the Soundbar SERVICE SERVICE DC 19V DC 19V HDMI HDMI (ARC) (ARC) SERVICE HDMI DC 19V (ARC) SERVICE Connect a USB storage device to upgrade the product’s software. HDMI (ARC) Connect to the HDMI (ARC) port on a TV. (See page 17) SERVICE DC 19V DC 19V...
  • Page 17: Using The Soundbar Remote Control

    03 USING THE SOUNDBAR REMOTE CONTROL About the Remote control • Use the Remote less than 6 m from the product. The usable distance may vary with the wireless environmental conditions. • When the remote control does not work due to low battery, charge it by using the USB-C type port. •...
  • Page 18 Press the button to display information about the current function. (See page 7) When connected to Dolby Atmos®, the LED indicator blinks cyan 3 times. Info By pressing the button, you can select the desired audio mode. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor LED blinks in white.
  • Page 19: Active Voice Amplifier (Ava)

    By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound. The defired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons. This function is enabled in Sound mode excluding in Standard mode. TONE CONTROL • 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.
  • Page 20: Output Specifications For The Different Sound Effect Modes

    3.1.2 ch 5.1.4 ch • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchases 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.
  • Page 21: 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 22: Connecting The Soundbar

    04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting the power and units Use the Power cord to connect the Subwoofer and Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: • For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) 1.
  • Page 23: Manually Connecting The Subwoofer

    Manually connecting the Subwoofer Before performing the manual connection procedure below: • Check whether the power cables for the Soundbar and subwoofer is connected properly. • Make sure that the Soundbar is turned off. 1. Turn off the Soundbar main. 2.
  • Page 24: Led Indicator Lights On The Rear Of Subwoofer

    Connecting an SWA-9500S (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9500S, sold separately) to your Soundbar. For detailed information on connections, see the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit manual.
  • Page 25: Connecting To A Tv

    05 CONNECTING TO A TV Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) CAUTION • When using an HDMI to Micro HDMI cable, take caution not to break the cable terminal. • When the HDMI cable is connected, the HDMI signal is received first. •...
  • Page 26: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    3. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar S***B” from the list on TV’s screen. An available Soundbar is indicated with “Need Pairing” or “Paired” on the TV’s Bluetooth device list. To connect the Samsung TV to the Soundbar, select the message, and then establish a connection.
  • Page 27: Connecting Via Wi-Fi

    1. For more information about Wi-Fi connection to the Soundbar, see page 25, “Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network)”. 2. Change the input source of the TV by using the Audio menu to Soundbar. • Samsung TVs released in 2017 or later Sound → Sound Output → [AV] Samsung Soundbar S***B (Wi-Fi) ENG - 19...
  • Page 28: Connecting To A Tv That Supports Dolby Atmos

    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 29: Using The Q-Symphony Function

    Using the Q-Symphony Function For Q-Symphony, the Soundbar syncs with a Samsung TV to output sound through two devices for optimum surround effect. When the Soundbar is connected, the menu, “TV+Soundbar” appears under the Sound Output menu of the TV. Select the corresponding menu.
  • Page 30: Using The Spacefit Sound

    ( Up ) → “SpaceFit Sound On”) • This is available in all Sound modes. Method 2. Connecting via TV To enable this function, turn on the Adaptive Sound+ mode on your Samsung TV menu. (Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( ) →...
  • Page 31: Connecting A Mobile Device

    3. Play music files from the device connected via Bluetooth through the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If you have an existing Soundbar (e.g., “[AV] Samsung Soundbar S***B”) in the list of speakers on the Mobile device, delete it. • Repeat steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 32 • A Bluetooth device may experience noise or malfunction under in the following conditions: ‒ When the body is in contact with the signal transceiver on the Bluetooth device or Soundbar ‒ In corners or when there is an obstacle in proximity, such as a wall or partition, where electrical changes may occur. ‒...
  • Page 33: Method 2. Connecting Via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network)

    Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network) To connect a Soundbar to a mobile device via a wireless network (Wi-Fi), the SmartThings app is required. The initial connection 1. Install and launch the SmartThings app from your mobile device (smartphone or tablet). 2.
  • Page 34: Using The Tap Sound

    Tap the Soundbar with your mobile device to play the sound of content on the mobile device through the Soundbar. • This function may not be supported, depending on the mobile device. • This function is only compatible with Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or later. SmartThings App...
  • Page 35: Connecting Via Apple Airplay

    • This Samsung Soundbar supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later. With AirPlay 2, you can stream music, podcasts, and other audio from your Apple devices to the Samsung Soundbar. • Make sure the Soundbar is powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple device.
  • Page 36: Installing The Wall Mount

    08 INSTALLING THE WALL 2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Center Line with the center of your TV (if you are mounting the Soundbar below your TV), and then fix MOUNT the Wall Mount Guide to the wall using tape. •...
  • Page 37: Installing The Soundbar In Front Of Tv

    09 INSTALLING THE 6. Install the 2 Bracket-Wall Mounts in the correct orientation on the rear of the Soundbar using 2 Holder-screws. SOUNDBAR IN FRONT OF • When assembling, make sure the hanger part of the Bracket- Wall Mounts are located behind the rear of the Soundbar. Rear of Soundbar Right end of Soundbar Microphones...
  • Page 38: Software Update

    USB drive that contains the update firmware to the indicator Cyan Blinks X3 SERVICE port of the Soundbar. 1. Go to (www.samsung.com) → search for the model name from the customer support menu option. • For more information about update, refer to Upgrade Guide. Red Blinks → Off 2.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    • Your device is unable to play the input signal. Change the TV’s • For sound output of the TV, select Soundbar. (Samsung TV: audio output to PCM or Dolby Digital. (For a Samsung TV: Home ( ) →...
  • Page 40: License

    12 LICENSE Sound drops out when connected via Bluetooth. • Some devices can cause radio interference if they are located too close to the Soundbar. e. g. microwaves, wireless routers, etc. • If your device that is connected via Bluetooth moves too far away from the soundbar, it may cause the sound to drop out.
  • Page 41: Open Source License Notice

    • The product can wake with a button press on the chassis from sleep mode. ENERGY STAR qualified model only (The other models) • As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung has determined that this product or product models meets the ENERGY STAR guideline for energy efficiency.
  • Page 42: Specifications And Guide

    Rated Output power 200 W NOTE • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. Precaution : The Soundbar will restart automatically if you turn on/turn off Wi-Fi. Press and hold the CH LEVEL button on the remote control of the Soundbar for more To deactivate Wi-Fi connection: than 30 seconds to turn on or off the Wi-Fi connection.
  • Page 43 SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG’s authorized service center. Transportation of the product to and from the service center is the responsibility of the purchaser. SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above.
  • Page 44 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 © 2022 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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