A:AnswerHi DSJ50! Both the soundbar and the sub will require a power cable to be connected to a nearby outlet. The wireless description of the system refers to the connection between the soundbar and subwoofer. Once both the soundbar and subwoofer are plugged in and powered, the sub for the HW-A430 will wirelessly connect to the soundbar eliminating the need for complicated setup or wires running from the sub to the soundbar.
^Tim
A:AnswerWoofer is NIIIIIICCCE!! Trust me..you will NOT be disappointed. Make sure the volume is up though, I had to turn it up on the SOUNDBAR, versus the remote, to get MAX volume of 100.
A:AnswerHi Dandymont! The rear speaker kit compatible with the HW-A430 soundbar is model SWA-9100S 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
A:AnswerHi Helen,
If you are using the HW-A430 Soundbar with your TV then it will replace the TV speakers and cannot be used at the same time.
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A:AnswerHi Rainman! When connected to the TV digital optical, you should not experience any audio delay. In the event you do experience issues with delay, the settings can be adjusted on the soundbar itself using the SOUND CONTROL button on the remote. Additionally, 2020/2021 Samsung TVs have a feature called Audio Pass-Through. If connected to a Samsung TV, you can utilize this feature to correct your audio-sync issue. Please also be aware both your soundbar and TV may have available firmware updates with improvements to audio sync and delay.
^Tim
A:AnswerHi Marfaith2! You can adjust the HW-A430 Soundbar volume using the TV’s remote control. This function can be used with IR remote controls only. Bluetooth remote controls (remote controls that require pairing) are not supported. Set the TV speaker to External Speaker to use this function. 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. Should you need further assistance, please contact Samsung Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG. ^Tim
A:AnswerIf it’s connected through Bluetooth on your tv you should be able to use the exfinity remote by hitting tv to control the volume. If you use an optical cable it will force you to use the remote that comes with it.
A:AnswerHi dmitche3! The USB connection for the HW-A430 is not designed to connect the device to the TV or PC, rather to load music files or a firmware update to the soundbar. The HW-A430 can connect to an external device for audio via digital optical audio or Bluetooth wireless audio technology.
^Tim
A:AnswerHello Rsoreo,
You will need to enable the remote to work with the HW-A430 Soundbar, follow these instructions below.
First, turn Off the Soundbar. Once powered off, 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”. Please also make sure your speaker settings on the TV are set to External Speaker.
Not all remotes are capable of controlling the soundbar.
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A:AnswerHello chills,
The HW-A430 Soundbar has the ability to connect using Bluetooth or Digital Optical. If your TV has either of these inputs then you're all set.
~Samsung Solutions
A:AnswerHello mattxlau,
We greatly appreciate you bringing the details of the specifications to our attention and will work with the appropriate entities to get that corrected. Feedback from valued customers, such as yourself, help us in our drive towards best-in-class products & service – which includes accurate information for all of our models.
~Samsung Solutions
A:AnswerHello,
Before performing the manual connection procedure below:
• Check whether the power cables for the Soundbar and subwoofer are connected properly.
• Make sure that the Soundbar is turned off.
1. Press and hold ID SET on the rear of the subwoofer for at least 5 seconds.
• The red indicator on the rear of the subwoofer turns off and the blue indicator blinks.
2. Press and hold the Up button on the remote control for at least 5 seconds.
• The ID SET message appears on the display of the Soundbar for a moment, and then it disappears.
• The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete.
3. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete). The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and glows a solid blue when a connection is established between the Soundbar and the Wireless Subwoofer.
Should you have questions or need help repairing your subwoofer, please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Soundbars), available 8AM - 12AM EST, 7 days a week.
For additional support resources, visit us on the Samsung website and click on the ‘Support’ link in the upper right corner of the homepage for:
1) Chat with Us/Product Help: To begin a chat or find solutions, choose ‘TVs & Home Theater’ and select your model & topic.
2) Manuals & Software
3) Warranty Info
4) Register a Product: For access to easy warranty support, convenient opt-in to special promos and offers, faster troubleshooting and service, and quick notification of system updates
5) Contact Us
^Andrew
