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Samsung HW-S61D User Manual

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HW-S60D / HW-S61D
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Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
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  • Page 1 HW-S60D / HW-S61D Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit and Subwoofer to your Soundbar ------------------------- Connecting to a TV Connecting the TV that supports HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
  • Page 3 Connecting an External Device Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Connecting a Mobile Device Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Method 2. Connecting via Wi-Fi (Wireless Network) ------------------------- Using Group Play ------------------------- Connecting via Apple AirPlay ------------------------- Using the Tap Sound ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions...

  • Page 4: 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 5: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Top Panel 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.
  • Page 6 Press the (Mic On/Off) button to turn the microphone on or off. When the microphone is off, the LED Indicator will light red. Red On On/Off LED Indicator Button “ “ Mic Off” Mic On” • When you plug in the AC cord, the power button will begin working in 4 to 6 seconds. •...

  • Page 7: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DC 19V DIGITAL AUDIO IN DC 19V DIGITAL (OPTICAL) AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) SERVICE HDMI SERVICE (eARC) HDMI (eARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DC 19V HDMI (eARC) SERVICE DC 19V (Power Supply In) Connect the AC/DC power adapter. (See page 15) SERVICE Connect a USB storage device to upgrade the product's software.

  • Page 8: 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 9 (Mute) Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound. Blinks X Repeatly Indicator Volume Push the button up or down to adjust the volume. White moves to right X1 White moves to left X1 Indicator Volume Up Volume Down...
  • Page 10 Bluetooth PAIR Switch the Soundbar to Bluetooth pairing mode. When you press the button, the LED display changes as shown below. • Until pairing is complete, the Multicolor LED changes as Red → Green → Blue in turn. → → Cyan Blinks X3 Green Blue Blinks...

  • Page 11: Setting The (Sound Control)

    WOOFER (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. TONE CONTROL By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons.

  • Page 12: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    – The function turns off when the power turns off or the Surround Speakers connection is lost. – The menu is activated only when the Surround Speakers are connected. – This mode is automatically turned off and becomes unavailable when the Q-Symphony function turns on.

  • Page 13: Output Specifications For The Different Sound Effect Modes

    5.1 ch 7.1 ch • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit, and Subwoofer can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit or the Subwoofer, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. • When the input source is Dolby Atmos® the Subwoofer-only setup provides 5.1 channel audio, while the Subwoofer &...

  • Page 14: 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 15: Connecting The Soundbar

    Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit and Subwoofer to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9200S, sold separately) and Wireless Subwoofer (SWA-W510, sold separately) to your Soundbar. For detailed information on connections, see the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit and Wireless Subwoofer manual.

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Tv

    • To connect with eARC, the eARC function in the TV menu should be set to On. Refer to the TV user manual for details on setting. (e.g. Samsung TV : Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( ) →...
  • Page 17 NOTES • When you connect the TV that supports the HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) to the Soundbar with an HDMI cable, you can transmit the digital video and audio data without connecting a separate optical cable. • We recommend you use a coreless HDMI cable if possible. If you use a cored HDMI cable, use one whose diameter is less than 0.55 inches (14 mm).

  • Page 18: Connecting Using An Optical Cable

    Connecting using an Optical Cable Pre-connection Checklist • When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is received first. • When you use an optical cable and the terminals have covers, be sure to remove the covers. Optical Cable (not supplied) DIGITAL AUDIO IN...

  • Page 19: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    3. Select “S-Series Soundbar” 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 20 (Source) button on the remote control to select the mode other than “Bluetooth”. • Disconnecting takes time because the Samsung TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the Samsung TV model.) Notes on Bluetooth connection •...

  • Page 21: Connecting Via Wi-Fi

    Connecting via Wi-Fi Pre-connection Checklist • Wi-Fi connection is available only on Samsung TV. • Check whether the wireless router (Wi-Fi) is turned on and the TV is connected to the router. • The TV and Soundbar must be connected to the same wireless network (Wi-Fi).

  • Page 22: Connecting To A Tv That Supports Dolby Atmos

    Connecting to a TV that supports Dolby Atmos® Pre-connection Checklist • Dolby Atmos® is supported in “TV ARC” or “eARC” or "Wi-Fi" mode. • Make sure that the content supports Dolby Atmos®. Connect to the HDMI IN (ARC) or (eARC) port of your TV. Connect to the HDMI (eARC) port of DIGITAL the Soundbar main unit.
  • Page 23 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 24: Using The Q-Symphony Function

    Using the Q-Symphony Function • When the Soundbar connects to a Samsung TV that supports the Q-Symphony function, you can play the sound simultaneously through the Soundbar and the TV. If you use the Q-Symphony function, the surround sound played on the TV allows you to enjoy a richer, more three-dimensional surround sound effect.

  • Page 25: Using The Spacefit Sound

    (Sound Control) → "SpaceFit Sound Off" → ▲ ( 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 26: Connecting An External Device

    06 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connecting using an Optical Cable Bottom of the Soundbar Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top (not supplied) box / Game console DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI Top of the Soundbar (eARC) OPTICAL OUT - AUDIO - White On ->...

  • Page 27: Connecting A Mobile Device

    07 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE Method 1. Connecting via Bluetooth When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cable. • When you connect a paired Bluetooth device with the Soundbar off, the Soundbar automatically turns on.
  • Page 28 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 18 minutes in the Ready state. •...
  • Page 29 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”...

  • Page 30: 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 31: Using Group Play

    • To enable this, connect at least two audio devices to the same Wi-Fi network at 5 GHz. • This is available on Samsung Sound devices that support Wi-Fi released year 2024 or later. • This feature does not support TV sound.

  • Page 32: Connecting Via Apple Airplay

    SmartThings app by agreeing with the app’s terms and conditions. • Make sure the Soundbar is powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple® device. With AirPlay, you can stream music, podcasts, and other audio from your Apple devices to the Samsung Soundbar. • Select from an AirPlay-supported app or Control Center on your iPhone®, iPad®, or Mac®.

  • Page 33: Using The Tap Sound

    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 with Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or later. SmartThings App...

  • Page 34: Installing The Wall Mount

    08 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT A TYPE : 450mm Installation Precautions Wall Mount Guide (AH81-15186A) • Install on a vertical wall only. • Do not install in a place with high (M4 x L10) temperature or humidity. • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to Holder-Screw Screw support the product’s weight.
  • Page 35 2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Center Line 5. Push the 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 36: Installing The Soundbar In Front Of Tv

    09 INSTALLING THE 7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the SOUNDBAR IN Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. FRONT OF TV 8. Slide the Soundbar down as shown below so that the Bracket-Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder-Screws.

  • Page 37: Software Update

    10 SOFTWARE 1. Go to (www.samsung.com) → search for the model name from the customer support UPDATE menu option. • For more information about update, refer to Upgrade Guide. 2. Download the upgrade file (USB type). 3. Unzip the file to create a folder with the file Auto Update name.

  • Page 38: Reset

    Reset Security updates information Security updates are provided to strengthen the security of your device and protect your personal information. For more information on security 5 Sec updates, visit https://security.samsungtv.com. • The website supports only some languages. With the Soundbar on, press the (Volume) buttons on the body at the same time for at least 5 seconds.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    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). Soundbar does not turn on.
  • Page 40 Change the TV’s audio output to Soundbar. e. g. microwaves, wireless PCM or Dolby Digital. routers, etc. (For a Samsung TV: Home ( ) → Menu → ; If your device that is connected via Settings ( ) → All Settings ( ) →...

  • Page 41: License

    The Soundbar does not appear in AirPlay. ; To enable AirPlay in your Soundbar, you must first register the device with the Samsung SmartThings app by agreeing For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. with the app’s terms and conditions. (See Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. or page 32.)
  • Page 42 Apple, AirPlay, iPad, iPhone, and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. Being Roon Tested means that Samsung and Roon have collaborated to ensure you have the best experience using Roon software and Samsung equipment together, so you can just enjoy the music.

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