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FULL MANUAL HW-Q600A 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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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.
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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.
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See this manual for safety instructions, product installation, components, connections, and product specifications. FULL MANUAL You can access the FULL MANUAL on Samsung’s on-line customer support center by scanning the QR code on the left. To see the manual on your PC or mobile device, download the manual in document format from Samsung’s website.
CONTENTS Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- Product Overview Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- –...
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Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Using Tap Sound ------------------------- Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote Control ------------------------- Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control ------------------------- Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) ------------------------- Output specifications for the different sound effect modes -------------------------...
• 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 Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. Top Panel Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off.
HDMI Bottom Panel of the Soundbar USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV HDMI HDMI (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV HDMI TO TV DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DC 24V (ARC) (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DC 24V HDMI...
03 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 output cable to the power adapter, and then to the Soundbar. 3.
Soundbar unit is connected properly. Connect again. See the instructions for Connection failed manual connection on page 7. Red and See the contact information for the Blinking Malfunction blue Samsung Service Center in this manual. ENG - 6...
• The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. ID SET SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec 3. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete). The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and...
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NOTES • Do not connect the power cord of this product or your TV to a wall outlet until all connections between components are complete. • Before moving or installing this product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. •...
Connecting an SWA-9100S (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9100S, sold separately) to your Soundbar. 1. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to 2 Surround Speakers. – When connecting the speaker cable, connect the core wire to the speaker.
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• The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. ID SET SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec CAUTION • If your Soundbar was playing music when it connects to the SWA-9100S, you may hear some stuttering from the woofer as the connection finalizes.
04 CONNECTING TO YOUR 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.
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• If TV sound is inaudible, press the (Source) button on the remote control or on the top of the Soundbar to switch to “D.IN” mode. The screen displays “D.IN” and “TV ARC” in sequence, and TV sound is played. •...
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. Bottom of the Soundbar Optical Cable (not supplied)
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• It can operate according to the Codec supported by TV. • This function is supported only when the HDMI Cable or Optical Cable (not supplied) is connected. • This function is available in Samsung TVs released in or after 2020 and some Soundbar models. ENG - 14...
4. You can now hear TV sound from the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Q6A-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 3.
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Disconnecting the Soundbar from the TV Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control and switch to any mode but “BT”. • Disconnecting takes time because the TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the TV model.) •...
05 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 HDMI Cable (Capable of Dolby Atmos decoding and playback) Pre-connection Checklist •...
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).
06 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the bottom of the product. 2.
(Source) button on the top panel of the Soundbar for more than 5 seconds to display “BT PAIRING”. 2. On your device, select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Q6A-Series” from the list that appears. • When the Soundbar is connected to the Bluetooth device, [Bluetooth Device Name] → “BT”...
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• 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 Q6A- Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT” mode.
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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. • When the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the Soundbar will display “BT DISCONNECTED”...
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(A device that is not currently playing will be disconnected.) • Only one Samsung TV, or 2 Bluetooth devices can be connected at the same 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 with Samsung mobile devices with Android 8.1 or later. SmartThings App...
08 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Turns the Soundbar on and off. Power Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. PAIR Source Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound. PAIR PAIR Mute...
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• Bluetooth Power This feature automatically turns the Soundbar on when it receives a connection request from a previously connected TV or Bluetooth device. The setting is On by default. – Press and hold the SOUND MODE button for more than 5 seconds to turn off the Bluetooth Power function.
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When pressed, the settings TREBLE, BASS, AUDIO SYNC, CENTER LEVEL, TOP LEVEL, and VIRTUAL ON/OFF are displayed in sequence. The desired settings can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons. Sound Control • To control the volume of the treble or bass sound, press the (Sound Control) button to select TREBLE or BASS and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/ Down buttons.
2. Push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds. Each time you push the WOOFER button up and hold it for 5 seconds, the mode switches in the following order: “OFF-TV REMOTE” (Default mode), “SAMSUNG-TV REMOTE”, “ALL-TV REMOTE”. Remote Control Button...
5.1 ch WOOFER • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. • When the input source is Dolby Atmos®, the Subwoofer-only setup provides 3.1.2 channel audio, while the Subwoofer &...
09 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide (AH81-09822A) 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. (AH81-09824A) (AH81-09825A) • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight.
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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.
10 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.
Soundbar. For more information about how file. to download update files, go to the Samsung 3. Save the downloaded software to a USB stick and select “Extract Here” to unzip the Electronics website at folder.
If UPDATE is not displayed Reset 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then Top of the Soundbar 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. INIT NOTES •...
Remove the cable and ; HDMI-CEC may not be activated on the TV. connect again. Turn on the CEC on the TV menu. (Samsung ; Remove the power cord completely, TV: Home ( ) → Settings ( ) →...
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Change the TV’s audio output to if they are located too close to the PCM or Dolby Digital. Soundbar. e. g. microwaves, wireless (For a Samsung TV: Home ( ) → Settings routers, etc. ) → Sound → Expert Settings → Digital ;...
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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.
Dimensions (W x H x D) (205.0 x 353.0 x 303.2 mm) AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 160W NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 39...
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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...