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Samsung HW-B57C - User Manual

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Samsung HW-B57C Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeSoundbar
HDMI InNo
HDMI ARCYes
Optical InYes
BluetoothYes
Wall MountableYes
Channels2.1

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Warnings

Key warnings regarding electric shock, moisture, and secure installation.

Product Specific Cautions

Cautions about liquids, power plug accessibility, and chemicals.

FCC Compliance (USA)

FCC regulations, supplier's declaration, and compliance statements.

SAFETY INFORMATION (Continued)

FCC Cautions and Statements

Details on FCC cautions, Class B statement, and radiation exposure.

California Perchlorate Warning

Specific warning for California residents regarding perchlorate material.

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety guidelines to follow before operating the unit.

PRECAUTIONS

Installation and Ventilation Precautions

Guidelines for safe installation, ventilation, and avoiding heat sources.

Electrical Safety and Cord Care

Precautions for electrical plugs, cords, and accessories.

Environmental and Battery Safety

Protecting the unit from environmental factors and safe battery handling.

01 CHECKING THE COMPONENTS

Main System Components

Identification of the soundbar, subwoofer, remote, and essential cables.

Mounting and Accessory Parts

Details on wall mount components and hardware.

Wireless Surround Speaker Kit

Overview of the components for the SWA-9100 wireless surround speakers.

02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Soundbar Top and Front Panel

Description of controls, display, and buttons on the soundbar's top and front.

Input Source Selection

Explanation of input modes and how to select sources.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW (Continued)

Soundbar Bottom Panel Connections

Details of ports on the soundbar's bottom panel for connectivity.

03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

Basic Remote Functions

Operation of Power, Source, Mute, and Volume buttons.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued)

Speaker Level and Sound Control

Adjusting speaker levels, audio sync, and sound modes.

Bluetooth Pairing and Playback

Connecting Bluetooth devices and controlling media playback.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued)

Navigation and Sound Mode Selection

Using navigation buttons and selecting various sound modes.

Advanced Remote Features

Managing DRC, Bluetooth Power, and ID SET functions.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued)

Woofer and Tone Adjustment

Adjusting the bass level and tone controls (treble/bass).

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued)

Hidden Button Functions

Explanation of functions assigned to buttons with multiple uses.

Sound Effect Mode Specifications

Output specifications for different sound effect modes.

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued)

TV Remote Control for Volume

Using your TV's remote to control the soundbar's volume.

04 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR

Connecting Electrical Power

Steps to connect the soundbar and subwoofer to the power outlet.

CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR (Continued)

Subwoofer Auto-Connection

Automatic connection process between the soundbar and subwoofer.

Subwoofer LED Indicator Guide

Interpreting the LED status lights on the subwoofer.

CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR (Continued)

Manual Subwoofer Pairing

Procedure for manually pairing the subwoofer if automatic connection fails.

CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR (Continued)

Connecting Wireless Surround Speakers

Steps to connect the SWA-9100 surround speaker set.

CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR (Continued)

Wireless Receiver Module Setup

Setting up the wireless receiver module and its standby status.

Using Soundbar Remote for ID SET

Configuring the ID SET using the soundbar's remote control.

05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV

HDMI Wired TV Connection

Connecting the soundbar to a TV using an HDMI cable for audio.

USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE TV (Continued)

Optical Wired TV Connection

Connecting the soundbar to a TV using an optical cable.

06 USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV

Initial Bluetooth TV Connection

Steps to establish an initial Bluetooth connection between the TV and soundbar.

USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV (Continued)

Managing Bluetooth Connections

Disconnecting Bluetooth devices and understanding connection modes.

07 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

HDMI External Device Connection

Connecting external devices via HDMI to the soundbar.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE (Continued)

Optical External Device Connection

Connecting external devices via optical cable to the soundbar.

08 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE

USB Device Connectivity

Connecting USB devices for music playback.

Compatible File Formats

List of supported file formats, codecs, and bit rates for USB playback.

09 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE

Initial Mobile Bluetooth Pairing

Steps to pair and connect a mobile device via Bluetooth.

CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE (Continued)

Disconnecting Bluetooth Devices

Procedures for disconnecting Bluetooth devices from the soundbar.

About Bluetooth Technology

General information and operational notes on Bluetooth.

CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE (Continued)

Bluetooth Multi-Device Connection

Connecting and managing multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously.

10 INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT

Wall Mount Components Overview

Identification of parts included for wall mounting the soundbar.

Wall Mounting Installation Precautions

Safety guidelines and preparation steps for wall mounting.

INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT (Continued)

Mounting Guide Alignment and Marking

Aligning the guide and marking hole positions for mounting.

Securing Brackets to Soundbar

Attaching the bracket-wall mounts to the soundbar unit.

11 SOFTWARE UPDATE

Firmware Update Information

Details on available firmware updates and how to check the version.

SOFTWARE UPDATE (Continued)

Software Update Procedure

Step-by-step guide for updating the soundbar's software via USB.

Troubleshooting Software Updates

Steps to resolve issues during the software update process.

12 TROUBLESHOOTING

Soundbar Power and Operation Issues

Resolving problems with the soundbar not turning on or functioning erratically.

Sound Output and Connectivity Problems

Troubleshooting issues with sound output from the soundbar or subwoofer.

TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued)

Bluetooth and Wireless Connectivity Issues

Resolving Bluetooth sound drops, pairing failures, and multi-connection problems.

TV Connection and Audio Issues

Troubleshooting HDMI ARC audio problems and automatic TV power synchronization.

13 LICENSE

Audio Technology Licenses

Licensing information for Dolby, DTS, and HDMI technologies.

Bluetooth and ENERGY STAR Information

Details on Bluetooth and ENERGY STAR program licensing.

14 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE

Open Source Contact Information

Contact details for inquiries regarding open source software.

15 IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT SERVICE

Service and Support Guidance

Notes on product illustrations, service fees, and contacting support.

16 SPECIFICATIONS AND GUIDE

Soundbar and Subwoofer Specifications

Technical details for the main soundbar and subwoofer units.

Wireless Speaker System Specifications

Technical specifications for the SWA-9100 wireless surround speaker set.

LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER

Warranty Terms and Service

Details on warranty period, service procedures, and eligibility.

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

Conditions under which the warranty is voided or does not apply.

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

Samsung Contact and Support

Contact information for Samsung customer service and website support.

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