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FULL MANUAL HW-S40T / S41T Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register...
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• This product contains chemicals known to the Refer to the table below for an explanation of State of California to cause cancer and birth symbols which may be on your Samsung product. defects or other reproductive harm. CAUTION CAUTION •...
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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.
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7. Do not block any ventilation openings. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s personnel. Servicing is required when the instructions. apparatus has been damaged in any way, 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as such as power-supply cord or plug is radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects...
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Fabric cleaning 4. Protect the product from moisture (i.e. vases), and excess heat (e.g. a fireplace) or Remove any dirt or stain on the product surface equipment creating strong magnetic or immediately. electric fields. Unplug the power cable from Removing and cleaning can be less effective for the AC wall socket if the unit malfunctions.
CONTENTS Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- Product Overview Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote Control ------------------------- Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control -------------------------...
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Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Using Tap Sound ------------------------- Installing on a wall Installing the Soundbar in front of TV Software Update Initialization ------------------------- Troubleshooting License Open Source License Notice Important Notes About Service Specifications and Guide Specifications ------------------------- ENG - 7...
• 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.
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is Top Panel located on the top. 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.
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE DIGITAL AUDIO IN DC 24V (OPTICAL) SERVICE DIGITAL AUDIO IN DC 24V (OPTICAL) SERVICE DC 24V...
03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Power Turns the Soundbar on and off. Cyan Blinks X1 Red Blinks X3 Indicator PAIR • Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off automatically in the following situations: –...
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SOUND MODE By pressing the button, you can select the desired audio mode. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor LED blinks in white. White Blinks X1 Indicator “Standard” “Smart” “Music” • Standard Outputs the original sound. • Smart Analyzes the content in real time and automatically provides the optimal sound field based on the characteristics of the content.
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(Sound Control) By pressing the button, you can select the desired audio mode. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons. Each time the mode changes, the Multicolor LED blinks in white. White Blinks X1 Indicator “Treble” “Bass”...
Each time you push the WOOFER button up and hold it for 5 seconds, the mode switches in the following order: “Samsung-TV Remote” (Default mode), “Off-TV Remote”, “All-TV Remote”. The LED indicator status changes each time the mode is changed, as shown below.
04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components to connect the Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: • For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE label attached to the product.
05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV Connecting using an Optical Cable When the audio in a broadcast is encoded in Dolby Digital and the “Digital Output Audio Format” on your TV is set to PCM, we recommend that you change the setting to Dolby Digital. When the setting on the TV is changed, you will experience better sound quality.
3. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar S4T-Series” 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.
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If the device fails to connect • If you have an existing Soundbar (e.g., [AV] Samsung Soundbar S4T-Series) on the list of speakers on the Samsung TV, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 3. Disconnecting the Soundbar from the Samsung TV...
07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE BD / DVD player / Set-top Optical Cable box / Game console DC 24V Top of the Soundbar OPTICAL OUT - AUDIO - White On ->...
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 S4T-Series) on the list of speakers on the Mobile device, delete it.
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Notes on Bluetooth connection • Locate a new device within 3.28 ft (1 m) to connect via Bluetooth communication. • If asked for a PIN code when connecting a Bluetooth device, enter <0000>. • The Soundbar automatically turns off after 20 minutes in the Ready state. •...
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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. • If the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the multicolor LED indicator on the Soundbar blinks "Red”...
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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.
Tap the Soundbar with your mobile device to play audio from the mobile device through the Soundbar. • This function may not be supported, depending on the mobile device. • This function is only compatible on Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or later. SmartThings App...
Wall Mount Bracket and the speaker on the wall. Align the center of the Soundbar to the center of • Samsung Electronics is not liable for any the TV as illustrated in the image. damage to the product due to the product Place the Soundbar at least 1.2 inches (3cm) away...
1. Connect a USB thumb drive to your computer. Important: Make sure there are no music files on the USB thumb drive. This may cause the firmware update to fail. 2. Go to the Samsung website at https://www.samsung.com/us/support/ downloads/ on your computer select Enter ...
If LED sequence flashing is not Initialization displayed 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then 5 Sec reconnect the USB storage device that contains the update files to the Soundbar’s SERVICE port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. With the Soundbar on, press the (Volume) buttons on the body at the same time for at least...
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). In case the power is not turned on ;...
TV is disabled. First turn off the TV. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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.
Press and hold the SOUND MODE button for Bluetooth more than 5 seconds to turn off Bluetooth Power Port deactivation method function. NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 31...
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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...