Samsung - HW-A550 2.1ch Sound bar with Dolby 5.1 - Black
- Key Specs
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity: true
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Wall Mountable: true (The product is able to be secured to a wall. Some products are designed ready to mount, while others may require additional hardware/accessories for installation.)
- Dialogue Enhancement: true (Improves clarity of dialogue in audio playback. This is typically achieved with dedicated speakers and/or technology that separates dialogue from the rest of the audio in order to make it clearer.)
- Works With: SmartThings (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Not Applicable (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- General
- Brand: Samsung
- Model Number: HW-A550/ZA
- Product Name: HW-A550 2.1ch Sound bar with Dolby 5.1
- Color: Black
- Audio
- Number of Channels: 2.1 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Surround Sound Supported: DTS Virtual:X, Dolby Digital (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
- High Resolution Audio: false (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
- RMS Power: 410 watts (The maximum amount of continuous power the device is able to handle.)
- Peak Power Handling: 410 watts (The maximum amount of power an electronic device, like a speaker, can handle without damage. This refers to short bursts of power, while root mean square (RMS) power handling indicates the amount of continuous power a device can sustain. Higher levels of distortion can also occur at peak power levels when the device is powered beyond its recommended usage.)
- Connectivity
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Multi-Room Audio: false (Technology that allows multiple speakers and/or soundbars to be connected wirelessly and play audio in separate rooms.)
- Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity: true
- Satellite Speakers: Optional (sold separately) (Using satellite speakers in conjunction with a soundbar allows for a surround sound experience; the soundbar can serve as a center channel speaker while satellites provide rear channel audio or additional front channel audio.)
- HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC): ARC
- Audio Only Inputs: 1 x Optical digital audio, 1 x USB-A
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 1
- Number of USB Inputs: 1
- Number of Optical Audio Inputs: 1
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Features
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Wall Mountable: true (The product is able to be secured to a wall. Some products are designed ready to mount, while others may require additional hardware/accessories for installation.)
- Dialogue Enhancement: true (Improves clarity of dialogue in audio playback. This is typically achieved with dedicated speakers and/or technology that separates dialogue from the rest of the audio in order to make it clearer.)
- Speaker
- Subwoofer: Included
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.2 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 33.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 3.3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 16.3 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Subwoofer Height: 13.9 inches
- Subwoofer Width: 7.9 inches
- Subwoofer Depth: 11.4 inches
- Subwoofer Weight: 11.7 pounds
- Included
- Remote Control Included: true
- Cable(s) Included: Optical digital audio
- Mounting Hardware Included: true
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Compatibility
- Works With: SmartThings (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: Not Applicable (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Other
- UPC: 887276521978
Elevate your experience with virtual 3D surround sound.
- Dolby Digital 5.1 / DTS Virtual:X: Captivating virtual 3D sound moves all around you, including from above, with DTS Virtual:X technology. Dolby Digital 5.1 enables surround sound capability.
- Bass Boost: Give your bass an instant boost with the push of a button.
- Subwoofer Included: Experience truly full sound with powerful bass included with your soundbar.¹
- Game Mode: Step up your gaming experience with perfectly synced directional audio that moves with the on-screen action and crosstalk cancellation that minimizes distractions.²
- Adaptive Sound Lite: Enjoy optimized sound for your favorite video content, including sports, games, movies and more - enhancing whatever you are watching.
- Multi-Connection: Easily connect your Soundbar to your TV with either Bluetooth or HDMI.³
- One Remote: Streamline control of both your Samsung TV and soundbar with just the Samsung TV remote.⁴
- Wireless Surround Sound Compatible: Turn your soundbar into a complete surround sound system with optional rear Samsung speakers in a few simple steps without the mess of wires.⁵
Whats Included
- Remote Controller
- Optical Cable
- Wallmount Kit
- Battery for Remote Controller
- Power Adapter
Q: Is this sound bar and subwoofer totally wireless to hook up?
A: Hi JohnR! The HW-A550 Soundbar is Bluetooth enabled, and can wirelessly connect to your TV and any other devices that are also Bluetooth enabled. The A550 subwoofer will need to be connected to a power source but will pair wirelessly with the soundbar. ^Tim
Q: What wattage is the sound bar
A: Both of these questions are misleading from what you are asking, I think. The total power of the entire system is 410W, but the subwoofer by itself is 250W (according to another answer from Samsung), which means that the soundbar itself is only rated 160W - which then begs the question of how many speakers are within the soundbar itself to know what each speaker is rated to get a true understanding of effective power compared to a dedicated sound receiver system, which I don't know.. This sort of information should be easily found in the overview information or, at the very least, the specification section on this item, but Samsung/Best Buy omit even the total wattage rating, let alone specifics, to make it harder to directly compare it to other products, which I find very disingenuous.
A: Hi Tommy! Press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons. (Make sure the Sound mode is set to “STANDARD”.) ^Tim
Q: Can I add speakers to this later? Like if I get a rear speaker kit in the future?
A: Hi JP! The HW-A550 is compatible with the SWA-9100S wireless rear speaker kit by Samsung found at the following link from Best Buy: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-2-0-channel-wireless-rear-speaker-kit-with-surround-sound-black/6456117.p?skuId=6456117 ^Tim
Q: How do I synch my sound bar to my Samsung tv remote?
A: Hi JoeBob! By deafault, you can adjust the HW-A550 Soundbar volume using a Samsung TV’s remote control. If this is not working you can try the following steps. 1) Turn 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: “Samsung-TV Remote” (Default mode), “Off-TV Remote”, “All-TV Remote”. The LED indicator status changes each time the mode is changed. Alternatively, connecting the soundbar to the TV via HDMI ARC will allow you to use the TV remote to control the soundbar. Should you need further assistance, please contact Samsung Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG. ^Tim
Q: Will this Samsung sound bar work with my LG 70 inch tv?
A: Hi Ray! The HW-A550 features three ways to connect to an external device: HDMI (ARC), digital optical audio, and Bluetooth wireless audio technology. If your TV is compatible with one of these three audio connections, you should have no issue connecting the soundbar to your TV. ^Tim
Q: does the system come with an optical cable and do you need one if you are also using an hdmi cable
A: It comes with an optical cable. You can plug an HDMI in directly in the standard port or the eARC port. If you use the HDMI, you won't need the optical cable.
Q: How many watts is the subwoofer?
A: Hi Jbrock30 - The Rated Output Power of the HW-A550 subwoofer is 250W. ^Gina
