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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

5.13Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Maker channel layout for supplied bar, subwoofer and rears if present. It does not identify physical transducer counts.

2.11Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Number of Channel 2.1.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

103Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Complete transducer inventory: nine active drivers in bar and one in supplied subwoofer. Virtual height and surround channels are excluded.

31Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Number of Speakers 3. The US sheet splits it into 2 front (left, right) and 1 subwoofer.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

93Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Five racetrack drivers and four tweeters in main bar.

23Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product highlights: 2 primary speakers, 2 front (left, right), plus 1 subwoofer.

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

07Reviewrtings.com/soundbar/reviews/jbl/bar-500mk2-750wRead 8 October 2026Public Movies verdict explicitly says no upward drivers. Virtual Dolby Atmos playback does not establish physical height drivers. Supplied bar and 10-inch subwoofer only.

03Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026The sheet lists only 2 front speakers and a subwoofer and states Dolby Atmos No. No up-firing driver is listed.

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

AJBL Bar 500MK2

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Soundbar	42 x 80 mm racetrack driver	5	Not available
Soundbar	Tweeter	4	20
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	260

Source3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Published driver sizes in mm are retained literally. Rectangular racetrack sizes remain in the type text, not a fabricated circular diameter.

BSamsung HW-B550F

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Front-firing speaker	2	Front (left, right)
Subwoofer	Active woofer	1	Not available

Source3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product highlights list 2 front (left, right) and 1 subwoofer. Driver diameters are not published.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Box contents, page 5. One separate powered subwoofer is supplied.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Wireless Subwoofer Included Yes.

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Subwoofer connection and setup sections. Wireless audio link. Subwoofer requires its own AC power cord.

Wireless1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table names a wireless subwoofer. The user guide says it also needs its own power cord.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 17: the subwoofer connects to the soundbar automatically, with a manual ID SET step if that fails.

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

260mm3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Maker publishes 260 mm driver diameter. Marketing inches are rounded and not converted.

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Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

03Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Box contents, page 5. Reference package contains main bar and subwoofer, with no separate rears.

01Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Wireless Rear Speaker Included No.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Box contents and product overview identify a single-piece bar with no detachable end speakers.

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Components list a one-piece bar and a subwoofer. No detachable end sections are supplied.

Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

JBL Cove M1, JBL Cove P16Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/gb/en/howto/which-cove-speaker-models-are-compatible-with-jbl-bar-mk2-series-to-form-home-theater-groups-mttxsft6e8-emea/000055042.htmlRead 8 October 2026FAQ explicitly includes this exact Bar model. Requires a pair of the same Cove model. Optional speakers are not supplied. This later software ecosystem support does not change reference package channel or driver counts.

SWA-9250S2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed pages 14 and 19: the optional Wireless Rear Speaker Kit SWA-9250S is sold separately. Optional speakers do not change the reference package.

Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

375W3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Explicit RMS footnote at 1% THD: 375 W for the supplied system. This is audio output, not electrical power consumption.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

750W3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Explicit maximum output at 1% THD: 750 W for the supplied system. Separate RMS footnote is 375 W. This is not operating consumption.

300W2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 37: Amplifier Max Output Power 80 W (40 W x 2) for the soundbar and 220 W for the subwoofer PS-WF45G, 300 W in total. The guide calls it max output and gives no distortion level or RMS rating.

Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

40Hz3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. System response lower endpoint at -6 dB. Measurement signal, room and level are not specified.

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Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

20kHz3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. System response upper endpoint at -6 dB. Measurement signal, room and level are not specified.

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Feature and product title explicitly support Dolby Atmos. Height is virtual on this 5.1 system.

No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Page text: Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X create 3D surround through audio processing without up-firing speakers. The US sheet states Dolby Atmos No.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio format list: Dolby Atmos No, Dolby TrueHD No, Dolby Digital Plus No, Dolby 2ch Yes.

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

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No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Supported play formats list DTS and DTS Virtual:X. DTS Virtual:X is virtual processing. DTS:X decoding is not listed.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio format list: DTS Virtual:X Yes, DTS 5.1ch No, DTS-HD HRA No, DTS-HD MA No. DTS:X decoding is not listed.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, PCM3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Connect and surround sound sections explicitly discuss decoding this content. Partial proved list. Transport-specific TrueHD or Dolby Digital Plus support is not inferred from eARC alone.12Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_109B500MK2/JBL-Bar-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Optical Digital Input section explicitly proves PCM decoding. Maker manual separately proves other listed formats. Partial verified list. Conflicting DTS claims for Bar 500MK2 and retailer Bluetooth errors are excluded.

Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Dolby 2ch and LPCM 2ch. DTS is in the user guide and the US sheet.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 37: supported play formats LPCM 2ch, Dolby Audio (supporting Dolby Digital), DTS and DTS Virtual:X. No connection is named. DTS Virtual:X is not stored as a decoded format.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

AJBL Bar 500MK2

Connection	Format	Max input channels
Optical	PCM	2
Optical	Dolby Digital	6

Source12Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_109B500MK2/JBL-Bar-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact-model Optical Digital Input section states stereo PCM and Dolby Digital up to 5.1 channels. Optical does not carry Atmos or TrueHD. Generic eARC explanatory text is not used to infer codec/transport combinations. Firmware unreported. The source 5.1 layout means five main channels plus one LFE channel. max_channels stores the total decoded input count, so this row is 6. It does not count soundbar output speakers or Atmos objects.

BSamsung HW-B550F

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Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

MP33Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. US USB-A storage playback. Global 500/1000 versions only use USB for service. Does not assert network library formats or lossless USB playback.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, AIFF1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table decoding format: MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, AIFF. Spec table: USB Music Playback Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 25 file format table: MP3, OGG (Vorbis), AAC, WAV (LPCM), FLAC and AIFF. Playback is from a USB storage device.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

48kHz3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications USB section explicitly supports 16-48 kHz sampling for MP3 storage playback on the US USB-A route. Stored 48 is this published file playback ceiling. No higher network-file or wired-input limit is inferred from a generic hi-res claim.

192kHz2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 25: WAV, FLAC and AIFF files from USB storage play at 32 kHz to 192 kHz. MP3, OGG and AAC are 48 kHz at most. Bit depth is not stated.

Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

AJBL Bar 500MK2

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	Audio and video input
HDMI	1	Video output and HDMI ARC/eARC audio input
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	Service and MP3 storage playback on US version
AC power	1	Power input

Source3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product overview, back panel page 6. Physical sockets on main bar only. No HDMI revision is inferred from HDCP, eARC or supplied cable rating. No Ethernet port is listed or drawn for this model.

BSamsung HW-B550F

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI (ARC) output to the TV
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	USB storage music playback, 5 V 0.5 A
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed pages 8 to 9, bottom panel: POWER, DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL), USB (5V 0.5A) and HDMI (ARC) to the TV. The USB connector type is not named in text. The figure draws a standard rectangular USB port. The source list has no HDMI input.

HDMI ARC

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Connection section 5.1 and TV playback section. HDMI ARC/eARC connections are explicitly documented.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: HDMI ARC Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026HDMI (ARC) port on the bottom panel connects to the TV.

HDMI eARC

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Connection section 5.1 and TV playback section. HDMI ARC/eARC connections are explicitly documented.

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026The only TV port is labelled HDMI (ARC) in the user guide. The US sheet states HDMI eARC No. Some distributors list eARC and that is wrong.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product highlights: HDMI eARC No, HDMI ARC Yes.

HDMI-CEC

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Connection section 5.1 and TV playback section. HDMI-CEC control is explicitly documented. Full CEC compatibility across all televisions is not guaranteed.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: HDMI CEC Yes.

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 5.1 connects a digital source to HDMI IN and TV to HDMI OUT. Source video passes to the television. Per-resolution limits need separate evidence.

No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: HDMI In No, HDMI Out 1 and 4K Video Pass No.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI IN N/A, HDMI OUT 1. Videos: 4K Video Pass No.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

AJBL Bar 500MK2

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60

Source8Reviewlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/jbl-bar-500mk2-p76735/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Connectivity section explicitly describes HDMI source passthrough at 4K60 and excludes 4K120. OneOS 3.0, JBL One 2.1.10. Chroma and bit depth unstated. No lower-resolution maxima inferred.

BSamsung HW-B550F

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HDR passthrough formats

HDR10+, Dolby Vision3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Both passthrough HDR formats are explicitly listed. Plain HDR10 is not added by inference.

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VRR passthrough

No8Reviewlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/jbl-bar-500mk2-p76735/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Connectivity paragraph explicitly says VRR missing. Tested OneOS 3.0 and JBL One 2.1.10. Exact HDMI source/television hardware not reported.

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ALLM passthrough

No8Reviewlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/jbl-bar-500mk2-p76735/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Connectivity paragraph explicitly says ALLM missing. Tested OneOS 3.0 and JBL One 2.1.10. Exact HDMI source/television hardware not reported.

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

2.33Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Published HDMI HDCP version. Not an HDMI revision.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 5.2. Receives source-device Bluetooth audio.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth Yes.

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

5.33Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Main bar audio Bluetooth version.

4.21Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth Version 4.2.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth Version 4.2.

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

AAC10Reviewheise.de/bestenlisten/testbericht/jbl-bar-500mk2-im-test-soundbar-mit-riesigem-subwoofer-und-dolby-atmos/7jt4yx5Read 8 October 2026Connections and features paragraph explicitly states Bluetooth AAC support for exact Bar 500MK2. Firmware and source device unstated. No SBC, aptX or LE Audio support inferred.

SBC2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 27: the Soundbar supports SBC data at 44.1 and 48 kHz and needs A2DP. Other codecs are not stated.

Wi-Fi

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Network setup section 5.3 and product specifications explicitly support Wi-Fi.

No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi No.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Published Wi-Fi standards, not inferred solely from bands.

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Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Explicit two Wi-Fi radio bands. 5 GHz wireless speaker link is a separate radio function.

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Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 5.3 lists supported network streaming routes. Multiroom section 7.6 documents group playback with Google Cast and AirPlay. Format availability depends on route and service.8Reviewlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/jbl-bar-500mk2-p76735/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Connectivity section names network protocols, explicitly AirPlay 2. Exact test firmware OneOS 3.0, JBL One 2.1.10. This is separate from Bluetooth codecs.

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

Google Assistant, Siri1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Works with voice assistant-enabled speakers feature. Requires an external compatible assistant device. The bar has a calibration microphone, not an asserted onboard voice assistant.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product overview page 6 explicitly labels a built-in microphone for sound calibration. No onboard voice-assistant use is claimed.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Companion apps

JBL One3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Introduction page 4 and network setup section 5.3. Official setup and sound control app.

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Companion app platforms

Android, iOS3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 5.3 setup explicitly instructs Android or iOS users to download JBL One.

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Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 7.6. Synchronised network playback through Google Cast groups or AirPlay selection. Uses the same home network.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Box contents page 5 and remote overview. Separate remote supplied with two AAA batteries.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Remote Controller Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 7: remote control and batteries.

Sound processing

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Sound modes

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Standard, Surround Sound Expansion, Bass Boost, Game, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Adaptive Sound, Bass Boost, DTS Virtual:X, Standard, Surround Sound Expansion, Game.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 12: the Sound Mode button cycles Surround Sound, Game, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X, Bass Boost and Standard.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 6.3.1 for rear-equipped models or 6.2.1 for Bar 500MK2. Calibration tones and built-in microphone analyse room acoustics after user starts the calibration. Two listening-zone and speaker-position passes on detachable-rear packages.

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Room calibration system

JBL sound calibration3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Calibration section. Maker names the process sound calibration. No different trademark or third-party room calibration system is invented.

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026PureVoice 2.0 feature automatically adjusts dialogue clarity.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Voice Enhance Mode Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 13: Voice Enhance makes spoken dialog easier to hear.

Night mode

No4Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/jbl-introduces-next-gen-bar-series-for-truly-immersive-entertainmentRead 8 October 2026Exact launch table identifies Night Listening as No for Bar 500MK2. Current exact manual and maker page list no later Night Listening mode.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Night Mode Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 13: Night Mode lowers the volume and keeps dialog clear.

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

7-band app equalizer, Subwoofer bass level1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker page proves app equalizer and manual proves five subwoofer bass levels. Band count is separately documented by the launch release or exact-model review.4Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/jbl-introduces-next-gen-bar-series-for-truly-immersive-entertainmentRead 8 October 2026June 9 announcement states seven-band EQ for every newly listed Bar model. Exact Bar 500MK2 is in this release. Manual documents five subwoofer bass levels.

Bass, Treble, Woofer level, 7-band equalizer, Virtual center level2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed pages 12 to 13: tone control Treble and Bass -6 to +6, woofer level -12 or -6 to +6, a 7-band EQ (150 Hz to 10 kHz, -6 to +6) in Standard mode, and virtual center level -6 to +6.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

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25W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Operating Power Consumption (Main) 25 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 40 W and is excluded. This is an electrical rating and not audio output.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

1W1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Deep sleep feature specifies less than 1 W in standby. Stored 1 is the strict upper bound, not an exact consumption measurement.

0.5W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Stand-by Power Consumption (Main) 0.5 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 0.5 W.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

2W3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Strict networked standby upper bound less than 2 W. Stored 2 is a limit, not an exact typical draw. Audio amplifier power is separate. Component and active-network details beyond the bar are not published.

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Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Published AC input range for main bar and supplied subwoofer. Input rating is not workload consumption.

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Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

AJBL Bar 500MK2

Latency (ms)
160

Source9Measurementlesnumeriques.com/barre-de-son/jbl-bar-500mk2-p76735/test.htmlRead 8 October 2026Connectivity section reports measured 160 ms with app delay set to 0 ms. Exact reference bar and supplied sub, OneOS 3.0 firmware, JBL One 2.1.10. Passage discusses Bluetooth but does not independently label the measurement transport, so connection is left unknown. Codec, host, room correction and sound mode unreported. No connection inferred from paragraph order.

BSamsung HW-B550F

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width940Height50.5Depth104mm(37 × 2 × 4.1 in)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Bare main bar W x H x D in normal tabletop orientation. Detachable ends are excluded.

Width858.8Height59Depth75mm(33.8 × 2.3 × 3 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Net Dimension (Main Speaker) 858.8 x 59 x 75 mm (W x H x D).2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 37: 33.8 x 2.3 x 3.0 inches (858.8 x 59.0 x 75.0 mm) W x H x D.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Size table: soundbar 33.81 x 2.32 x 2.95 inches, which matches 858.8 x 59 x 75 mm.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

2,900g(6.4 lb)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Main bar mass published in kg, exactly converted to g. Detachable speakers and subwoofer are listed separately.

1,800g(4 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Net Weight (Main Speaker) 1.8 kg.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 37: 4.0 lbs (1.8 kg).3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Weight table: soundbar 4.0 lb, which is 1.8 kg.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

AJBL Bar 500MK2

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	325	400	325	8,100

Source3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Each row identifies its enclosure. No combined system mass is calculated.

BSamsung HW-B550F

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	184	343	295	4,900

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Net Dimension (Sub Woofer) 184 x 343 x 295 mm and Net Weight 4.9 kg.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 37: Subwoofer PS-WF45G 184.0 x 343.0 x 295.0 mm and 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg).3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Size table: subwoofer 7.24 x 13.5 x 11.64 inches. Weight table: subwoofer 10.8 lb, which is 4.9 kg.

Package dimensions

Width1,020Height395Depth490mm(40.2 × 15.6 × 19.3 in)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Packaging W x H x D. Not the product enclosure.

Width905Height431Depth228mm(35.6 × 17 × 9 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Gross Dimension One Packing 905.0 x 431.0 x 228.0 mm.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Size table: packaging 35.63 x 16.97 x 8.98 inches, which is 905 x 431 x 228 mm.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

15,860g(35 lb)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 19. Reference US package shipping mass. Manual Others region mass 15.86 kg, not EMEA/UK/AU/NZ 18.0 kg and not earlier datasheet rounded 15.9 kg.

8,500g(18.7 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Gross Weight (One Packing) 8.5 kg. The US sheet gives 18.7 lb, the same weight.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Weight table: packaging 18.7 lb, which is 8.5 kg.

Wall mountable

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Wall mounting section 4.2 describes installation of supplied bar brackets.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table lists a wall mount bracket in the box.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed pages 29 to 30 cover installing the wall mount with the supplied brackets.

In the box

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In the box

Main soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control with two AAA batteries, Power cords, 1.2 m HDMI cable, Soundbar wall-mount kit, Product information and wall-mount template3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Box contents page 5. Power-cord quantity and plugs vary by region, so no guessed count. No optional accessory is described as supplied.

Soundbar, Subwoofer, Remote control with batteries, Power cords (2), Optical cable, Wall mount guide, Holder-screws (2), Screws M4 x L10 (2), Wall mount brackets (2)2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 7, checking the components: soundbar main unit, subwoofer, remote control and batteries, two power cords (subwoofer and soundbar), optical cable, wall mount guide, two holder-screws, two M4 x L10 screws and two wall mount brackets.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: soundbar, subwoofer, optical cable, wall mount kit, remote controller and remote battery. No HDMI cable, no rear speaker kit, no rubber foot.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 5 box contents and section 4.2. Bar mounting brackets and installation hardware supplied.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Wall Mount Bracket Yes (Included in box).2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 7: two wall mount brackets, holder-screws, screws and a guide are supplied.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Wall Mount Kit Yes.

HDMI cable included

Yes3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 5 box contents. One HDMI cable, published length 1.2 m.

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed pages 20 to 21: the HDMI cable is marked not supplied.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: HDMI Cable No.

Optical cable included

No3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 5.1 explicitly says optical cable sold separately. Not inferred solely from an incomplete box list.

Yes2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Printed page 7: an optical cable is in the box.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Optical Cable Yes.

General

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Series

Bar1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Product belongs to the JBL Bar line. MK2 identifies this generation.

B-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Page title: B-series Soundbar HW-B550F 2.1 ch Subwoofer (2025).

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

JBLBAR500M2BLKAM1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Specs section item number. Black US package. No first-generation or global 1300MK2 identifier is included.

HW-B550F/ZA, HW-B550F/ZC1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Canadian page URL and SKU name HW-B550F/ZC. The US model HW-B550F/ZA is in the CDW listing.4Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/b-series-soundbar-2-1-ch-subwoofer-sku-hw-b550f-za-sku-hw-b550f-zaRead 15 October 2026US maker page lists B-Series Soundbar HW-B550F 2.1 ch Subwoofer (2025) as HW-B550F/ZA.6Retailer pagecdw.com/product/samsung-b-series-b550f-soundbar-2.1/8444638Read 15 October 2026CDW listing: Mfg # HW-B550F/ZA, the US model.

GTIN / EAN

05003640812711Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1897358-REG/jbl_jblbar500m2blkam_bar_500_5_1_sound.htmlRead 8 October 2026UPC paired with manufacturer part JBLBAR500M2BLKAM. Leading zero retained. Exact Abt SKU corroborates. Retailer rounded subwoofer size and RMS labels are not imported.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

9 June 20254Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/jbl-introduces-next-gen-bar-series-for-truly-immersive-entertainmentRead 8 October 2026Dated US maker launch announcement. Exact Bar 500MK2 is named. Flagship global 1300MK2 specification and launch timing are not imported. Availability table states June 2025 for this model, supporting release_date 2025-06.

15 April 20255Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-debuts-2025-soundbars-new-designs-improved-bass-enhanced-aiRead 15 October 2026US press release dated 15 April 2025 introduces the 2025 B-series.

Status

Available1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact model is offered for purchase and marked in stock when checked.

Available1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026The Canadian maker page lists the soundbar for sale and Best Buy Canada and CDW list it in stock. No discontinued notice.4Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/b-series-soundbar-2-1-ch-subwoofer-sku-hw-b550f-za-sku-hw-b550f-zaRead 15 October 2026The US maker page lists the soundbar with an add to cart button at $229.99. That is a current price and not the launch MSRP.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$6494Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/jbl-introduces-next-gen-bar-series-for-truly-immersive-entertainmentRead 8 October 2026US release price table for Bar 500MK2. Literal $649 list price, excluding US sales tax. No .95 appended from current retail pricing.

$1995Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-debuts-2025-soundbars-new-designs-improved-bass-enhanced-aiRead 15 October 2026US MSRP list in the release: HW-B550F $199. Excludes sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US product page offers this item for US delivery. This does not assert all markets with similar names.

US, CA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026CA from this Canadian maker page. US from the US press release price list and the CDW listing.4Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/b-series-soundbar-2-1-ch-subwoofer-sku-hw-b550f-za-sku-hw-b550f-zaRead 15 October 2026US from this Samsung US page.6Retailer pagecdw.com/product/samsung-b-series-b550f-soundbar-2.1/8444638Read 15 October 2026US retailer listing for the ZA model.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact maker colour selector.

Titan Black1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026Spec table: Colour Titan Black.

Links

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Product page

www.jbl.com/BAR-500MK2.html1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-500MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Product page for this exact marketed model.

www.samsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zc1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b550f-black-hw-b550f-zcRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw22eaa746/pdfs/JBL_BAR_500MK2_Black_Specsheet_EN.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw22eaa746/pdfs/JBL_BAR_500MK2_Black_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Two-page English maker datasheet for Bar 500MK2.

static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-B550F_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Samsung US one-page B550F sheet. Hosted by a retailer.

Manual

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdf3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe0f52f01/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%20500MK2_OM_Global_EN_V7.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Bar 500MK2 Owner's Manual. Global-labelled 1000/500 manuals explicitly distinguish US USB playback from other regions.

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Canadian user guide for HW-B550F/ZC, 78 pages with English and French, file HW-B550F_ZC_WUG_00_L03_251117.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year5Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/howto/jbl-warranty-information-us/000028546.htmlRead 8 October 2026US powered Home Audio limited warranty. New product bought from authorised US reseller and used in US. Default is one year unless included product card specifies differently. No five-year passive-speaker term is applied.

1year2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Canada only: limited warranty page lists one year for labor and one year for parts.

Both are also in the API. Back to all soundbars.