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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.

3.1.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

11.1.42Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Supplied four-enclosure package. Manual sound-mode table gives 11.1.4 in Surround, Game Pro and Adaptive Sound. Standard Atmos/DTS:X output is 7.1.4. Channels are distinct from driver count.

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.

71Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026General: Number of Speaker Units 7. This is the 6 bar drivers plus the subwoofer driver.

225Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026US product highlights explicitly states 22 built-in speakers. Bar 15, sub 1 and rear 3 per enclosure (6 in total) sum to 22.

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.

62Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Amplifier table: front 30 W x 4, center 30 W and top center (overhead) 30 W, which is six channels in the bar. This matches the What Hi-Fi? count of six drive units. Driver diameters are not published.5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: the soundbar features six drive units.

154Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US SKU in product research. Bar array has six front woofers, three tweeters, four angled wide/side woofers and two up-firing woofers.

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.

12Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Amplifier table lists a top center (overhead) channel. The manual notes speakers on the top of the product.5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: the central high-frequency unit faces upwards.

45Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026

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.

ALG S70TY

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Tweeter (left and right)	2	Not available
Soundbar	Mid/bass (left, center and right)	3	Not available
Soundbar	Center tweeter	1	Up-firing
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	Not available

Source2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026The manual lists the amplifier channels, not the drivers. The layout of two front tweeters, three mid/bass units and one up-firing center tweeter comes from the What Hi-Fi? review. The subwoofer is one 1-way speaker. No driver diameters are published.5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: left, centre and right channels each pack a tweeter and a mid/bass unit, with the central high-frequency unit facing upwards. Firing directions of the other drivers are not stated.

BSamsung HW-Q990D

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Woofer	6	Not available	Front-firing
Soundbar	Tweeter	3	Not available	Front-firing
Soundbar	Woofer	4	Not available	Front wide/side-firing
Soundbar	Woofer	2	Not available	Up-firing
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	203.2	Not available
Rear speakers (two enclosures)	Driver	2	Not available	Front-firing
Rear speakers (two enclosures)	Driver	2	Not available	Side-firing
Rear speakers (two enclosures)	Driver	2	Not available	Up-firing

Source5Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026Physical driver descriptions. Rear rows aggregate both supplied enclosures. Sub 8-inch converted with 25.4 mm/in.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Wireless1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wireless Active Subwoofer: Yes. The subwoofer has its own AC power cord.

Wireless3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Not available

203.2mm5Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026

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.

02Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear speakers SPT8-S are sold separately. The box contents in the spec sheet list none.

22Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Not available

Wireless3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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No3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Component list and layout show two separate AC-powered rear enclosures. The soundbar has no detachable end sections.

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.

SPT8-S2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Rear Speakers (SPT8-S, Sold Separately). With them the bar supports 5.1.1 channels.

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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.

400W2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications: amplifier total 400 W RMS. Front 4 x 30 W, center 30 W, top center 30 W (6 ohm, THD 10 percent) plus subwoofer 220 W (3 ohm, THD 10 percent).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio Format list: LPCM, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution and DTS:X.

Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS Express, LPCM, Dolby MAT, DTS-HD Master Audio2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Overall decoding support. Input-specific limits are documented separately.

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.

ALG S70TY

Connection	Format
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD Master Audio
HDMI eARC	DTS:X
HDMI input	Dolby Atmos
HDMI input	DTS:X

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The sheet gives no per-connection table. Rows come from the manual: eARC carries the high-quality formats, and an external device on HDMI IN can send Atmos or DTS:X. No maximum channel counts are published.

BSamsung HW-Q990D

Connection	Format
HDMI input	Dolby Atmos
HDMI input	DTS:X
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos

Source3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026HDMI source chapter explicitly supports Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. TV HDMI chapter states ARC/eARC support Atmos. Transport codec, bit depth and connection-specific channel limits are not inferred.

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

MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, WAV1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026USB playback: FLAC, WAV, MP3, WMA and AAC.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker AV decoding list. USB music playback is not provided. Network/app route and maximum sample rate are not specified.

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.

192kHz2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications: available digital input audio sampling frequency 32 to 192 kHz. The line names no connection or codec. The spec sheet markets High Resolution Audio up to 24bit/96kHz, so the sources differ. The manual figure is stored.

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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.

192kHz2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Playable file specifications: FLAC and WAV (16 bit or 24 bit) from 32 kHz up to 192 kHz over USB.

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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.

24bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet line High Resolution Audio up to 24bit/96kHz. The line does not name an input or a codec, so this is the route-independent maker figure.

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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.

24bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026High Resolution Audio: up to 24bit/96kHz. The manual states FLAC and WAV at 16 bit or 24 bit over USB.

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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.

ALG S70TY

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI IN for an external source, with video passthrough to the TV
HDMI	1	HDMI OUT to the TV, eARC and ARC
Optical	1	Optical digital audio input
USB-A	1	Music playback from a USB storage device, 5 V 500 mA
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI In / Out 1 / 1, optical input, USB host. USB host, charge: Yes, No. The manual rear panel shows AC IN, HDMI IN, HDMI TV (eARC/ARC), USB and OPTICAL IN only.

BSamsung HW-Q990D

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	2	Audio/video input
HDMI	1	TV output with eARC/ARC
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	SERVICE firmware update only
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product overview connector drawing. SERVICE accepts a USB drive for firmware, not music. Rear speakers and subwoofer each also require AC power.

HDMI ARC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

HDMI eARC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI support: CEC (Simplink) Yes.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

ALG S70TY

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	120

Source2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI IN to TV passthrough: 4K for 4K sources with HDCP 2.3, 4K@120 Hz (YCbCr 4:2:0). 4K is stored as 3840 x 2160.

BSamsung HW-Q990D

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	120

Source3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026UHD table: 3840 x 2160 at 120 fps. 8/10-bit RGB and YCbCr 4:4:4, 4:2:2 and 4:2:0. At 12-bit/120 fps only 4:2:2 and 4:2:0. Certified Ultra High Speed HDMI cable required.

HDR passthrough formats

Dolby Vision, HDR101Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDR10 / HDR10+: Yes / No. Dolby Vision: Yes.

HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 20267Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 8 October 2026Review confirms HDR10/HDR10+ passthrough. Dolby Vision passed when the bar was connected to an LG TV.

VRR passthrough

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI support: VRR / ALLM Yes. One line covers both features.

Yes7Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 8 October 2026Review directly tested a VRR console signal through the soundbar.

ALLM passthrough

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026HDMI support: VRR / ALLM Yes. One line covers both features.

Yes7Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 8 October 2026HDMI feature specification lists ALLM passthrough.

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.

2.31Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product info: 4K Passthrough (HDCP 2.3).

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

5.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

5.25Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026

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

SBC, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth Codec SBC / AAC: Yes / Yes.

SBC3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Mobile-device connection section explicitly lists SBC at 44.1 and 48 kHz. Does not establish the maximum sample rate of other inputs.

Wi-Fi

No5Reviewwhathifi.com/tv-home-cinema/lg-s70tyRead 15 October 2026Review: no network connection, so Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and AirPlay 2 are not supported. Review spec box lists streaming as No. Abt lists Wi-Fi No. A December 2023 pre-launch French article titled the model with Wi-Fi, which the final specifications do not show.6Retailer pageabt.com/LG-Soundbar-3.1.1-Channel-with-Dolby-Atmos-and-Subwoofer-S70TY/p/207280.htmlRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Wi-Fi No, AirPlay No. Same page lists the spec sheet and owner's manual PDFs used above.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

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802.11ac4Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026Network integration explicitly publishes dual-band 802.11ac.

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

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2.4 GHz, 5 GHz4Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026

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.

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AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

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Amazon Alexa2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Built-in Alexa for the US package. Service availability depends on region and account.

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

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Yes3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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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Yes3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Physical Mic On/Off button. Red indicator shows microphone disabled. Electrical isolation is not stated.

Companion apps

LG Soundbar2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026The soundbar is controlled with the LG Soundbar app (Android 6.0 or higher, iOS 12 or higher). LG US page copy and What Hi-Fi? call the app LG ThinQ.

SmartThings3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Companion app platforms

iOS, Android1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Smartphone Remote App (iOS/Android).

iOS, Android4Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_305HWQ990D/Samsung-HW-Q990D.htmlRead 8 October 2026SmartThings links for Apple iOS and Android OS. No platform minimum is inferred.

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

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Yes3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Group Play through SmartThings requires supported Samsung audio devices on the same 5 GHz network. TV audio is excluded. Manual recommends no more than four devices.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

AI Sound Pro, Standard, Music, Cinema, Clear Voice Pro, Sports, Game, Bass Blast1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sound modes: AI Sound Pro, Standard, Music, Cinema, Clear Voice Pro, Bass Blast, Bass Blast +, Sports, Game. Bass Blast and Bass Blast + are stored as one mode.

Standard, Surround, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

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Yes3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Uses the microphone inside the bar to analyse the listening space and adjust sound automatically.

Room calibration system

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SpaceFit Sound Pro2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US sheet names SpaceFit Sound Pro. Manual uses SpaceFit Sound Pro.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Clear Voice Pro sound mode.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Night mode

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Night Mode: Yes. The manual calls it Night Time.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Bass, Mid, Treble1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Customize EQ Remote / App: Yes. The manual lists Bass, Mid and Treble tuning, each from -6 to 6.

Bass, Treble, Subwoofer level, 7-band graphic EQ3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026Seven bands: 150, 300, 600 Hz, 1.2, 2.5, 5 and 10 kHz. -6 to +6. Graphic EQ works only in Standard mode. Bass and treble are separate controls.

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

WOW Orchestra1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026WOW Orchestra: Yes. The manual says it works with some LG TVs over an HDMI eARC connection and plays sound from both the TV and the soundbar.

Q-Symphony2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026Requires a compatible Samsung television. Q-Symphony does not work over Bluetooth.

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.

33W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Soundbar power consumption 33 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 33 W.

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

0.5W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Soundbar standby 0.5 W with a down arrow, meaning at most 0.5 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 0.5 W.

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

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

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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.

Width950Height63Depth115mm(37.4 × 2.5 × 4.5 in)2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Approx. 950.0 x 63.0 x 115.0 mm (W x H x D) including the base.

Width1,231.9Height68.6Depth137.2mm(48.5 × 2.7 × 5.4 in)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 publishes rounded inches 48.5 x 2.7 x 5.4. Converted using 25.4 mm/in and rounded to 0.1 mm. Figures are approximate, not extra measurement precision.

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

3,000g(6.6 lb)4Maker product pagelg.com/sg/speakers/soundbars/s70tyRead 15 October 2026Singapore specification list: main unit 3.0 kg. The US sheet gives 6.6 lbs. What Hi-Fi? also gives 3 kg. The metric figure is stored.

7,711g(17 lb)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 publishes 17 lb, converted using 453.59237 g/lb and rounded to 1 g. Rounded claim.

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.

ALG S70TY

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	200	377	285	5,700

Source2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wireless subwoofer approx. 200.0 x 377.0 x 285.0 mm (W x H x D) including the base. Weight comes from the LG Singapore page.4Maker product pagelg.com/sg/speakers/soundbars/s70tyRead 15 October 2026Singapore specification list: subwoofer weight 5.7 kg and 200 x 377 x 285 mm. The US sheet gives 12.7 lbs. What Hi-Fi? also gives 5.7 kg.

BSamsung HW-Q990D

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	218.4	411.5	408.9	11,703
Left rear speaker	127	200.7	139.7	3,402
Right rear speaker	127	200.7	139.7	3,402

Source6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 supplies rounded inches/lb. Crutchfield confirms rear weight 7.5 lb PER speaker. Converted and rounded to 0.1 mm and 1 g, without replacing with another regional SKU's metric numbers.

Package dimensions

Width1,013.5Height454.7Depth259.1mm(39.9 × 17.9 × 10.2 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Carton size (WxHxD) 39.9 x 17.9 x 10.2 in. Converted exactly and rounded to 0.1 mm. Abt lists the same box as 18 x 10 x 39 in (H x W x L).

Width1,308.1Height594.4Depth276.9mm(51.5 × 23.4 × 10.9 in)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 rounded 51.5 x 23.4 x 10.9 in converted using 25.4 mm/in and rounded to 0.1 mm.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

12,746g(28.1 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Shipping weight 28.1 lbs. Converted exactly and rounded to 1 g. LG Singapore gives a gross weight of 13.3 kg for its market.

28,213g(62.2 lb)6Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US maker sheet p2 rounded 62.2 lb converted using 453.59237 g/lb and rounded to 1 g.

Wall mountable

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Included accessories list a wall mount bracket.

Yes3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

In the box

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In the box

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, 2 AA batteries, Wall mount bracket, Wall bracket installation guide, Warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Included accessories: remote control, 2 AA batteries, wall mount bracket and warranty card. The manual adds the wall bracket installation guide. The soundbar and subwoofer are the product itself.

Soundbar, Wireless powered subwoofer, Two wireless rear speakers, Remote control, Remote batteries, HDMI cable, Wall mount kit, Rubber feet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists a wall mount bracket. The manual says screws and wall plugs for the wall are not supplied.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

HDMI cable included

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The US accessory list has no HDMI cable. LG Singapore lists an HDMI cable for its market.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Optical cable included

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The US accessory list has no optical cable.

No3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

General

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Series

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Q-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-zaRead 8 October 2026

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

S70TY2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Cover lists model S70TY (S70TY, SPT5-W). SPT5-W is the subwoofer. The German DS70TY and the UK US70TY are stored as aliases.

HW-Q990D/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-zaRead 8 October 2026US reference package includes the soundbar, a wireless powered subwoofer and two wireless powered rear speakers.

GTIN / EAN

1951740713661Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026UPC 195174071366 on the sheet.

8872768201492Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026US manufacturer spec sheet p2 explicitly publishes UPC 887276820149 for HW-Q990D/ZA.

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

December 20238Press articlet3.com/news/the-best-lg-soundbars-suddenly-sound-more-appealing-as-2024-range-revealedRead 15 October 2026Article of 2023-12-19 reports that LG revealed the 2024 soundbar range including the S70TY, for LG QNED TVs. No price or availability was given.

7 January 20248Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-announces-tv-audio-lineup-ces-2024Read 8 October 2026

Status

Available3Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbarRead 15 October 2026The LG USA page offers the soundbar for sale at 299.99 USD. The page could be read only through a text summary. The current price is not a launch price.

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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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Samsung HW-Q990C9Press articletechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsungs-new-high-end-dolby-atmos-soundbar-with-120hz-gaming-support-gets-a-huge-price-hikeRead 8 October 2026TechRadar calls the HW-Q990D the successor to the HW-Q990C.

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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Samsung HW-Q990F10Press releasenews.samsung.com/global/samsung-electronics-unveils-new-soundbars-at-ces-2025Read 23 October 2026Samsung's CES 2025 release calls the HW-Q990F the successor to the HW-Q990D.11Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990f-reviewRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's review says the HW-Q990F is the successor to the HW-Q990D.

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

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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.

€4999Press articleareadvd.de/news/lg-stellt-neue-soundbars-fuer-2024-vorRead 15 October 2026German launch report of 2024-03-13 lists the DS70TY (the German model code of the S70TY, 400 W) from August 2024 at 499 euros. VAT treatment is not stated and a German list price normally includes VAT. No US launch price was found. The 399.99 USD shown on LG USA and Abt is a comparison price, not a launch price.

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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.

US, AU, SG, GB, DE9Press articleareadvd.de/news/lg-stellt-neue-soundbars-fuer-2024-vorRead 15 October 2026US from the LG USA page, Abt and the US spec sheet. Australia from the channelnews launch article. Singapore from the LG Singapore page. UK from What Hi-Fi? (sold as US70TY). Germany from this report (sold as DS70TY).

US1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-zaRead 8 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black3Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbarRead 15 October 2026Page lists Black.

Black1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-zaRead 8 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.lg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbar3Maker product pagelg.com/us/soundbars/lg-s70ty-soundbarRead 15 October 2026

www.samsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-za1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/q-series-11-1-4-ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-rear-speakers-w-q-symphony-hw-q990d-sku-hw-q990d-zaRead 8 October 2026

Spec sheet

content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026LG USA one-page specification sheet dated 07/25/24, hosted by Abt. The LG USA support page could not be read.

content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/160701/samsung-soundbar-HWQ990D-spec-sheet.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Manual

content.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdf2Owner's manualcontent.abt.com/documents/162235/lg-soundbar-S70TY-om.pdfRead 15 October 2026Owner's manual 2312_Rev01, hosted by Abt. Model S70TY (S70TY, SPT5-W).

www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdf3Owner's manualbhphotovideo.com/lit_files/1126258.pdfRead 8 October 2026

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.

1year1Maker spec sheet (PDF)content.abt.com/documents/165917/lg-soundbar-S70TY-spec-sheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Limited warranty 1 year parts and labor, US.

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