User Manual
04 CONNECTING WITH A
CABLE
Connecting using an HDMI Cable
Bottom of the
Soundbar
HDMI Cable
TV
HDMI IN
(eARC)
HDMI OUT
OPTICAL OUT
HDMI 입력
(eARC)
HDMI 출력
OPTICAL 출력
SERVICE
DC 19V
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
HDMI
(eARC)
White On -> Off
“TV ARC” or “eARC”
Connecting using an Optical Cable (D.IN)
SERVICE
DC 19V
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
HDMI
(eARC)
TV / BD / DVD player
/ Set-top box / Game
console
Bottom of the
Soundbar
Optical Cable
(not supplied)
HDMI IN
(eARC)
HDMI OUT
OPTICAL OUT
HDMI 입력
(eARC)
HDMI 출력
OPTICAL 출력
White On -> Off
“Digital Audio In”
NOTES
• When the TV sound is not output, press the (Multi
Function) button at the top of the Soundbar or the
(Source) button on the remote control to select the
“TV ARC” or “eARC” mode.
• The recommended cable is an HDMI cable certied by
HDMI.org.
• When you use an optical cable and the terminals have
covers, be sure to remove the covers.
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.
When the Soundbar is connected, “Q-symphony” menu
appears on the TV. (The message displayed may differ
with the TV model.)
Settings ( ) → All Settings ( )→ Sound → Sound
Output
05 USING A WIRELESS
CONNECTION
Connecting via Bluetooth
OR
OR
When in “Bluetooth” mode
5 Sec
SOUND
MODE
WOOFER
TONE
CONTROL
CH LEVEL
• Search for the Bluetooth device on your TV or mobile
device.
Red → Green →
Blue Blinks
Cyan Blinks X3
Pairing
Connection is complete
“Ready to connect via Bluetooth.”
NOTE
• If asked for a PIN code when connecting a Bluetooth
device, enter <0000>.
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.
1. Connect your mobile device (smartphone, tablet, etc.)
to the Wi-Fi network the TV is connected to.
2. Install and launch the SmartThings app on your mobile
device (smartphone, tablet, etc.).
3. Follow the instructions in the app screen on the mobile
device to connect the Soundbar to your Wi-Fi network.
06 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.
• Check whether the power cord of the Soundbar is
correctly inserted into the outlet.
Soundbar works erratically.
• After removing the power cord, insert it again.
• Power cycle the external device and try again.
• If there is no signal, the Soundbar automatically turns
off after a certain period of time. Turn on the power.
Remote control does not work.
• Point the remote directly at the Soundbar.
• Replace the batteries with new ones.
The red LED indicator light on the soundbar stays on.
• The microphone is turned off. Turn on the
microphone.
LED Indicator
Red On
“Mic Off”
“Mic On”
The Soundbar does not output any sound.
• The volume of the Soundbar is too low or muted.
Adjust the volume.
• When any external device (STB, Bluetooth device,
mobile device, etc.) is connected, adjust the volume of
the external device.
• For sound output of the TV, select Soundbar.
(Samsung TV: Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( ) →
All Settings ( )→ Sound → Sound Output → Select
Soundbar)
• Remove the cable from the Soundbar and then
reconnect it.
If the TV is not connected via HDMI (eARC).
• Check whether the HDMI cable is correctly connected
to the eARC terminal.
• Connection may not be possible due to the connected
external device (set-top box, game console, etc.).
Directly connect the Soundbar.
• HDMI-CEC may not be activated on the TV. Turn on
the CEC on the TV menu.
(Samsung TV: Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( )
→ All Settings ( ) → Connection → External Device
Manager → Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ON)
The Soundbar will not connect via Bluetooth.
• When connecting a new device, switch to Bluetooth
Pairing for connection. (Press the PAIR button
on the remote control or press the (Mic On/Off)
button on the body for at least 5 seconds.)
• Reconnect it after removing the Bluetooth speaker
list on the device to connect.
(Samsung TV: Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( )
→ All
Settings ( ) → Sound → Sound Output → Bluetooth
Speaker List)
The 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. Move the device closer to the
Soundbar.
• If a part of your body is in contact with the Bluetooth
transceiver or the product is installed on metal
furniture, the sound may drop out. Check the
installation environment and conditions for use.
Unable to connect to Wi-Fi.
• Make sure the wireless router is turned on and then
reconnect the wireless router after rebooting.
• The Soundbar will not connect if the wireless signal
is too weak. Try moving the router closer to the
Soundbar, or eliminating any obstacles that are
between the Soundbar and the router, if possible.
The Soundbar does not turn on automatically with the
TV.
• When you turn off the Soundbar while watching TV,
power synchronization with the TV is disabled. First
turn off the TV.
LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND/OR PROOF OF DELIVERY
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
warranty period of:
One (1) Year Parts and Labor*
(*90 Days Parts and Labor for Commercial Use)
This limited warranty begins on the date of delivery to the original consumer purchaser, and is valid only on products
purchased and used in the United States. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for
problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized
service center. The original dated bill of sale and/or proof of delivery must be presented upon request to 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 speci ed above.
All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer.
SAMSUNG’s obligations with respect to software products distributed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand
name are set forth in the applicable end user license agreement. Non-SAMSUNG hardware and software products,
if provided, are on an “AS IS” basis.
Non-SAMSUNG manufacturers, suppliers, publishers, and service providers may provide their own warranties.
This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal, and
except to the extent otherwise expressly provided for in this statement, noncommercial use of this product, and
shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to: damage which occurs in shipment; delivery and
installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or serial numbers;
cosmetic damage or exterior nish; accidents, abuse, neglect, re, water, lightning or other acts of nature; use of
products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs,
external wiring or connectors not supplied and authorized by SAMSUNG, or which damage this product or result in
service problems; incorrect electrical line voltage, uctuations and surges; customer adjustments and failure to
follow operating instructions, cleaning, maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and
prescribed in the instruction book; product removal or reinstallation; reception problems and distortion related to
noise, echo, interference or other signal transmission and delivery problems. SAMSUNG does not warrant
uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO
WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR
CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS
PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST
SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND
CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND
LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER’S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND
THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG
NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO
ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speci c legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty service, please contact SAMSUNG customer care center.
The bene ts of this Limited Warranty extend only to the original purchaser of Samsung products from an authorized
Samsung reseller. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY SAMSUNG PRODUCTS PURCHASED
FROM UNAUTHORIZED RESELLERS OR RETAILERS, EXCEPT IN STATES WHERE SUCH RESTRICTION MAY BE
PROHIBITED. For a list of Samsung authorized retailers, please go to:
http://www.samsung.com/us/peaceofmind/authorized_resellers.html.
07 IMPORTANT NOTES
ABOUT SERVICE
• Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are
provided for reference only and may differ from actual
product appearance.
• An administration fee may be charged if either:
a. An engineer is called out to your home at your request
and there is no defect in the product.
b. You bring the unit to a repair center and there is no
defect in the product.
• You will be advised of the amount of the administration
fee before any work is done or a home visit is made.
• If you have a problem with this product, we strongly
recommend you read the appropriate section of this
manual, visit the Support page for your product at www.
samsung.com, or call Samsung Product Support (1-800-
726-7864) to nd an answer before you contact a service
center for a repair.
08 SPECIFICATIONS AND
GUIDE
Specications
Model Name
HW-S60D / HW-S61D
Weight
6.0 lbs (2.7 kg)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
26.4 x 2.4 x 4.1 inches
(670.0 x 62.0 x 105.0 mm)
Operating Temperature
Range
+ 50 °F to +104 °F
(+10 °C to +40 °C)
Operating Humidity
Range
10 % to 80 %,
non-condensing
Storage Temperature Range
-4 °F to +113 °F
(-20 °C to +45 °C)
Storage Humidity Range
5 % to 95 %,
non-condensing
AMPLIFIER
Rated Output power
200W
Supported play formats
Dolby 5.1ch / Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby TRUE HD /
Dolby ATMOS / DTS 5.1ch / LPCM 8ch
NOTES
• Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to
change the specications without notice.
• Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Precaution : The Soundbar will restart automatically
if you turn on/turn off Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Wi-Fi
Port deactivation method
Press the CH LEVEL button on the remote control of the
Soundbar for 30 seconds to turn Wi-Fi On / Off.
Bluetooth
Port deactivation method
Press the TONE CONTROL button on the remote control of
the Soundbar for 30 seconds to turn Bluetooth On / Off.
[ENERGY STAR]
ENERGY STAR qualied model only
– Your Samsung product is ENERGY STAR
qualied in its factory default setting.
Change to certain features, settings
and functionality in this product can
change the power consumption, possibly beyond the
limits required for ENERGY STAR qualication.
– Environmental Protection Agency and Department
of Energy. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the
Government agencies, designed to promote energy
efcient products and practices.
Refer to www.energystar.gov for more information of the
ENERGY STAR Program.
ENERGY STAR qualied 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 efciency.