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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-B43C 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: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar ------------------------- Using a wired connection to the TV Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Using a wireless connection to the TV...
  • Page 6 Connecting an External Device Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Connecting a USB Storage Device Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions ------------------------- Wallmount Components ------------------------- Placing the Soundbar on a TV stand Software Update Update Procedure -------------------------...
  • Page 7: 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 8: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Top Panel Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. • Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off automatically in the following situations: –...
  • Page 9: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    • When you turn on this unit, there will be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound. • If you want to enjoy sound only from the Soundbar, you must turn off the TV’s speakers in the Audio Setup menu of your TV.
  • Page 10: Using The Remote Control

    03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AAA batteries X 2) Slide the back cover in the direction of the arrow until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) oriented so that their polarity is correct.
  • Page 11 WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the each speaker. TONE SOUND CH LEVEL • Press the button to select VIRTUAL CENTER LEVEL and then adjust the volume CONTROL MODE between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons. CH LEVEL •...
  • Page 12 Press the indicated areas to select Up/Down/Left/Right. Up/Down/ PAIR Left/Right Press Up/Down/Left/Right on the button to select or set functions. SOUND MODE • Repeat To use the Repeat function in “USB” mode, press the Up button. • Music Skip WOOFER Press the Right button to select the next music file.
  • Page 13 SOUND MODE WOOFER SOUND WOOFER MODE TONE CH LEVEL CONTROL (BASS) LEVEL 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 By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound.
  • Page 14: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    2.0 ch 2.1 ch 2.1 ch STANDARD 5.1 ch 2.1 ch 2.1 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 - 14...
  • Page 15: 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 16: Connecting The Soundbar

    04 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 17: Connecting The Soundbar To The Subwoofer

    Soundbar unit is turned off) connected properly. Connect again. See the Connection failed instructions for manual connection on page 18. Red and blue See the contact information for Blinking Malfunction the Samsung Service Center in this manual. ENG - 17...
  • Page 18 • 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 19: Connecting The Samsung Wireless Rear Kit To Your Soundbar

    Wireless Receiver Module (sold separately) is clear of any obstructions. Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9100S, SWA-9200S sold separately) to your Soundbar.
  • Page 20: Using A Wired Connection To The Tv

    05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE 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 21: Using A Wireless Connection To The Tv

    Soundbar for more than 5 seconds to display “BT PAIRING”. 2. Select Bluetooth mode on the TV. (For more information, see the TV’s manual.) 3. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar B4-Series” or “[ AV ]Soundbar B4-Series” from the list on TV’s screen.
  • Page 22 If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar B4-Series” or “[ AV ] Soundbar B4-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 3. NOTE • After you have connected the Soundbar to your TV the first time, use the “BT READY” mode to reconnect.
  • Page 23: Connecting An External Device

    07 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 BD / DVD player /...
  • Page 24: Connecting A Usb Storage Device

    08 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 25 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 26: Connecting A Mobile Device

    3. Play music files from the device connected via Bluetooth through the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar B4-Series” or “[ AV ] Soundbar B4-Series”) appears in the list, delete it.
  • Page 27 • 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 B4-Series” or “[ AV ]Soundbar B4-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT”...
  • Page 28 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 29: Installing The Wall Mount

    10 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 30 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 31: Placing The Soundbar On Atv Stand

    11 PLACING 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 32: 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 33: 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 34: 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 35: License

    Bluetooth SIG, drop out. Check the installation Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung environment and conditions for use. Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other Soundbar does not turn on automatically with trademarks and trade names are those of their the TV.
  • Page 36: 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 - 36...
  • Page 37: Specifications And Guide

    Dimensions (W x H x D) (181.5 x 343.0 x 272.0 mm) AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 190W NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 37...
  • Page 38 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 39 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 © 2022 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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