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11  SOFTWARE 

UPDATE

Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s 

system firmware in the future.

USB (5V 0.5A)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

POWER

USB (5V 0.5A)

DIGITAL AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL)

USB port

If an update is offered, you can update the 

firmware by connecting a USB device with the 
firmware update stored on it to the USB port on 

your Soundbar. For more information about how 

to download update files, go to the Samsung 

Electronics website at  
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/
downloads/. 
Then, select the product type or enter the model 
number of your Soundbar, select the Software & 
Apps option, and then Downloads. Note that the 
option names can vary.

Update Procedure

Important: 

The update function erases all user 

settings. We recommend you write down your 
settings so that you can easily reset them after 

the update. Note that updating the firmware 

resets the subwoofer connection too.

1. 

Connect a USB thumb drive to the USB port 
on your computer. 

Important: 

Make sure there are no music 

files on the USB thumb drive. This may cause 
the firmware update to fail.

2. 

Go to https://www.samsung.com/us/
support/downloads/ on your computer 

 

select Enter Model Number and enter the 
model of your Soundbar. Select manuals and 
downloads and download the latest software 

file.

3. 

Save the downloaded software to a USB 
stick and select “Extract Here” to unzip the 
folder.

4. 

Turn off the Soundbar and connect the USB 
stick containing the software update to the 
USB port.

5. 

Turn on the Soundbar and change the source 
to “

USB

” mode. Within 3 minutes, “

UPDATE

” 

is displayed and the update begins.

6. 

When the update complete, the Soundbar 
turns off. Press the   

(Sound Control) 

button on the remote control for 10 seconds 

when Soundbar is power on state. “

INIT

” 

 

OK

” will appear on the display and then the 

Soundbar restarts. The update is complete. 

 

This product has a DUAL BOOT function. 

If the firmware fails to update, you can 
update the firmware again. Soundbar AC 
code on when USB in with update file. 

Then update again but VFD no show 

anything, It will update finish after 2min.

7. 

Restore your settings on the Soundbar.

Summary of Contents for HW-A445

Page 1: ...HW A445 FULL MANUAL Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com register...

Page 2: ...is 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...

Page 3: ...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 FCCRadiationExposureStatemen...

Page 4: ...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 ventil...

Page 5: ...lation components connections and product specifications FULLMANUAL 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...

Page 6: ...matic connection between the Subwoofer and the Soundbar 6 Manually connecting the Subwoofer if automatic connection fails 7 Connecting an SWA 9100S Sold Separately to your Soundbar 9 04 Connectingtoyo...

Page 7: ...tput specifications for the different sound effect modes 24 09 InstallingtheWallMount 25 Installation Precautions 25 Wallmount Components 25 10 PlacingtheSoundbaronaTVstand 27 11 SoftwareUpdate 28 Upd...

Page 8: ...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...

Page 9: ...e level appears on the Soundbar s front display Source Button Selects the source input mode Inputmode Display Optical Digital input D IN BLUETOOTH mode BT USB mode USB To turn on BTPAIRING mode change...

Page 10: ...ut of an external device USB 5V0 5A Connect a USB device here to play music files stored on the USB device through the Soundbar POWER Connect the Soundbar s AC power cable When disconnecting the power...

Page 11: ...ations below For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption refer to the label attached to the product Label Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit RearofSubwoofer PowerCord...

Page 12: ...ofer LED Status Description Resolution Blue On Successfully connected normal operation Blinking Recovering the connection Check if the power cable attached to the main Soundbar unit is connected prope...

Page 13: ...fer turns off and the blue indicator blinks 5 Sec RearofSubwoofer 2 Press and hold the Upbutton on the remote control for at least 5 seconds The IDSET message appears on the display of the Soundbar fo...

Page 14: ...he Soundbar near the Soundbar interference may cause some sound interruption The maximum transmission distance of the main unit s wireless signal is about 32 8 ft 10 m but may vary depending on your o...

Page 15: ...WER IDSET L R SURROUNDSPEAKERSOUT SPEAKERIMPEDANCE 3 SURROUND RIGHT SURROUND LEFT SURROUND RIGHT 2 Check the standby status of the Wireless Receiver Module after plugging it into an electrical outlet...

Page 16: ...logoisonthetop 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 4 Check if the LINK LED is solid bl...

Page 17: ...as well as the volume and mute Method1 ConnectingwithaCable When the audio in a broadcast is encoded in Dolby Digital and the Digital Output Audio Format on your TV is set to PCM we recommend that yo...

Page 18: ...r changes to BTREADY if there is a connect record b When BTREADY appears press and hold the Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar for more than 5 seconds to display BTPAIRING 2 Select Bluetoo...

Page 19: ...ted mobile device to the Soundbar BTPAIRING In this mode you can connect a new device to the Soundbar Press the PAIR button on the remote control or press and hold the Source button on the top of the...

Page 20: ...ingusinganOpticalCable OPTICAL OUT USB 5V 0 5A DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL TopoftheSoundbar D IN OpticalCable BottomoftheSoundbar BD DVDplayer Set topbox Gameconsole 1 Connect DIGITALAUDIOIN OPTICAL on t...

Page 21: ...OPTICAL USBport 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port on the bottom of the product 2 Press the Source button on the top panel or on the remote control and then select USB 3 USB appears in the displ...

Page 22: ...size 0 1024 2 block size 1 512 block size 1 4096 3 codebook counter 64 4 codebook entry 640 5 floor counter 2 6 floor type 0 7 residua counter 2 8 dimension 2 9 mapping counter 2 10 mode counter 2 11...

Page 23: ...s to BTREADY if there is a connect record b When BTREADY appears press and hold the Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar for more than 5 seconds to display BTPAIRING 2 On your device select...

Page 24: ...enerate electromagnetic waves must be kept away from the Soundbar main unit e g microwaves wireless LAN devices etc The Soundbar supports SBC data 44 1kHz 48kHz Connect only to a Bluetooth device that...

Page 25: ...tooth Bluetooth is a technology that enables Bluetooth compliant devices to interconnect easily with each other using a short wireless connection A Bluetooth device may cause noise or malfunction depe...

Page 26: ...E VOL WOOFER SOUND MODE PAIR Press to cycle through the available sound modes STANDARD SURROUNDSOUND orBASSBOOST STANDARD Outputs the original sound SURROUNDSOUND Provides a wider sound field than sta...

Page 27: ...g the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device s search list Play Pause VOL WOOFER SOUND MODE PAIR Press the p button to pause a music file temporarily When you press the button again the music file plays V...

Page 28: ...ized press the SoundControl button to select AUDIOSYNC and then set the audio delay between 0 300milliseconds by using the Up Down buttons Not available in BT and USB mode AUDIOSYNC is only supported...

Page 29: ...Off the Soundbar 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 TVREMOTE Default mode...

Page 30: ...E DRC ON OFF Standby page 20 Bluetooth Power page 21 Outputspecificationsforthedifferentsoundeffectmodes Effect Input Output WithoutWirelessRear SpeakerKit WithWirelessRear SpeakerKit SOUNDMODE Surrou...

Page 31: ...ng to the type and thickness of the wall you want to mount the Soundbar on Diameter M5 Length 1 3 8 inches 35 mm or longer recommended Connect cables from the unit to external devices before you insta...

Page 32: ...ppropriately sized drill bit drill a hole in the wall at each marking If the markings do not correspond to the positions of studs make sure you insert appropriate anchors into the holes before you ins...

Page 33: ...Wall Mounts and then slide the Bracket Wall Mounts down so that the Bracket Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder Screws 10 PLACINGTHE SOUNDBARONA TVSTAND Place the Soundbar on a TV stand 1 2inches...

Page 34: ...Important Make sure there are no music files on the USB thumb drive This may cause the firmware update to fail 2 Go to https www samsung com us support downloads on your computer select Enter Model N...

Page 35: ...USB device while updates are being applied After the update is completed the user setup in the Soundbar is initialized so you can reset your settings We recommend you write down your settings so that...

Page 36: ...Select Soundbar The cable connection to the Soundbar may not be loose Remove the cable and connect again Remove the power cord completely reconnect and turn the power on Reset the product and try aga...

Page 37: ...to the Soundbar If a part of your body is in contact with the Bluetooth transceiver or the product is installed on metal furniture sound may drop out Check the installation environment and conditions...

Page 38: ...product can wake with a button press on the chassis from sleep mode ENERGYSTARqualifiedmodelonly Theother models As an ENERGY STAR Partner Samsung has determined that this product or product models m...

Page 39: ...10 75 AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 40W x 2 6 ohm Supported play formats DTS 2 0 sound is played in DTS format LPCM 2ch Dolby Audio supporting Dolby Digital DTS Subwoofer Name PS WA45T Weight 9 5 lbs...

Page 40: ...which damage this product or result in service problems incorrect electrical line voltage fluctuations and surges customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions cleaning maintenance...

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