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User Manual

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AH81-16940A-00

NSPBI01537A-00

HW-Q900C

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.

(http://www.samsung.com/support)

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

Country

Samsung Service Center



Web Site

Address

IN THE US

1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)

www.samsung.com/us/support

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park,

NJ 07660

© 2023 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

SAFETY INFORMATION

•

The following also applies to the

Subwoofer (PS-WC90B).

SAFETY WARNINGS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Refer to the table below for an explanation of symbols

which may be on your Samsung product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT

OPEN.

This symbol indicates that high voltage is

present inside. It is dangerous to make any

kind of contact with any internal part of this

product.

This symbol indicates that this product has

included important literature concerning

operation and maintenance.

Class II product : This symbol indicates that a

safety connection to electrical earth (ground)

is not required.

If this symbol is not present on a product

with a power cord, the product MUST have

a reliable connection to protective earth

(ground).

AC voltage : Rated voltage marked with this

symbol is AC voltage.

DC voltage : Rated voltage marked with this

symbol is DC voltage.

Caution. Consult Instructions for use : This

symbol instructs the user to consult the user

manual for further safety related information.

WARNING

•

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose

this appliance to rain or moisture.

•

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely

attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the

installation instructions.

•

This product contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

CAUTION

•

Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing.

Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on

the apparatus.

•

To turn this apparatus off completely, you must pull the

power plug out of the wall socket. Consequently, the

power plug must be easily and readily accessible at all

times.

FCC NOTE (for U.S.A):

FCC Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Responsible Party - U.S. Contact Information:

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

85 Challenger Road.

Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)

FCC Compliance Statement :

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Caution :

•

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the

user’s authority to operate this equipment.

•

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded

cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to

other equipment.

To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric

appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded

cables and connectors for connections.

Class B FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur

in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception, which

can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,

the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by

one of the following measures:

•

Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.

•

Increasing the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

•

Connecting the equipment to an outlet that is on a

different circuit than the radio or TV.

•

Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement :

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure

limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This

equipment should be installed and operated so there is

at least 8 inches (20 cm) between the radiator and your

body. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located

or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or

transmitter.

CALIFORNIA USA ONLY (Applicable for networking models

only.)

This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary

CR(Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product

sold or distributed ONLY in California USA “Perchlorate

Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.

ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved

recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our

website:www.samsung.com/recycling Or call, 1‐800‐

SAMSUNG

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

- www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Important Safety Instructions

Read these operating instructions carefully before using

the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below.

Keep these operating instructions handy for future

reference.

1.

Read these instructions.

2.

Keep these Instructions.

3.

Heed all warnings.

4.

Follow all instructions.

5.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.

Clean only with dry cloth.

7.

Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.

Do not hinder in any way the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug.

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the

other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third

grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are

provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit

into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement

of the obsolete outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.

When a cart is used, use caution when

moving the cart/apparatus combination

to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or

plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects

have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been

exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,

or has been dropped.

PRECAUTIONS

1.

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies

with the power requirements listed on the identification

sticker located on the bottom of your product. Install

your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture),

with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4

inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered.

Do not place the unit on amplifiers or other equipment

which may become hot. This unit is designed for

continuous use.

To fully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC plug from

the wall outlet. Unplug the unit if you intend to leave it

unused for a long period of time.

2.

During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from

the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could

damage the unit.

3.

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat

sources. This could lead to overheating and cause the

unit to malfunction.

4.

Protect the product from moisture (i.e. vases), and

excess heat (e.g. a fireplace) or equipment creating

strong magnetic or electric fields. Unplug the power

cable from the AC wall socket if the unit malfunctions.

Your product is not intended for industrial use. It

is for personal use only. Condensation may occur if

your product has been stored in cold temperatures.

If transporting the unit during the winter, wait

approximately 2 hours until the unit has reached room

temperature before using.

5.

The battery used with this product contains chemicals

that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose

of the battery in the general household trash. Do not

expose the battery to excess heat, direct sunlight, or

fire. Do not short circuit, disassemble, or overheat the

battery.

CAUTION : Danger of explosion if the battery is replaced

incorrectly. Replace only with the same or equivalent

type.

01 CHECKING THE

COMPONENTS

Soundbar Main Unit / Soundbar Remote Control /

Batteries / Subwoofer / Power Cord X 2 (Subwoofer,

Soundbar) / HDMI Cable / Wall Mount Guide / Holder-

Screw X 2 / Screw (M4 x L10) X 2 / Bracket-Wall Mount X 2

/ Rubber-Foot X 4

NOTE

•

For more information about the power supply and

power consumption, refer to the label attached to the

product. (Label: Rear 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

Volume

1

2

Display

1

(Multi Function) Button

In standby mode, press the

(Multi Function)

button to turn on the Soundbar.

Press the

(Multi Function)

button to change the

input source.

2

(Mic On/Off) Button

Press the button to turn the microphone on or off.

When the microphone is off, the LED indicator will

glow red.

Bottom Panel of the Soundbar

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

SERVICE

HDMI TO TV

(eARC/ARC)

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

5

4

3

2

1

1

DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)

Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external

device.

2

SERVICE

Connect a USB storage device to upgrade the

product’s software.

3

HDMI 1 / HDMI 2

Inputs digital video and audio signals

simultaneously using an HDMI cable.

Connect to the HDMI output of an external device.

4

HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC)

Connect to the HDMI jack on a TV.

5

POWER

Connect the Soundbar’s AC power cable.

03 CONNECTING THE

SOUNDBAR

Connecting the power and units

Bottom of the

Soundbar Main Unit

Blue Blinks

Rear of

Subwoofer

•

The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and glows a solid

blue when a connection is established between the

Soundbar and the Subwoofer.

04 USING A WIRED

CONNECTION

1

HDMI Cable

2

Optical Cable (not supplied)

HDMI IN

(ARC)

HDMI OUT

HDMI TO TV

(eARC/ARC)

HDMI 2

HDMI 1

1

1

Connecting using an HDMI Cable

(External Device (HDMI 1 or HDMI 2) / TV ARC/eARC)

OPTICAL OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

2

Connecting using an Optical Cable (D.IN)

NOTE

•

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

“

D.IN

” mode. The screen displays “

D.IN

” and “

TV ARC/

eARC

” in sequence, and TV sound is played.

•

The recommended cable is a

Premium High Speed

HDMI Cable with Ethernet

certified 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 “

TV+Soundbar

” menu

appears on the TV.

(Settings (

) → All Settings (

) → Sound → Sound

Output)

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