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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.

3.1.31Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 20263.1.3 ch with 480 W total output power.

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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.

93Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Number of Speakers 9 EA. That is 8 in the bar plus the subwoofer woofer. TechRadar also states nine total speakers.7Reviewtechradar.com/opinion/i-tested-lgs-dolby-atmos-soundbar-with-this-unique-feature-and-its-a-game-changerRead 13 October 2026Nine total speakers, with 480 W for the bar and subwoofer and 220 W for the subwoofer alone. The third up-firing driver is used for dialogue.

73Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

83Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Eight units in the bar from the unit list. The ninth speaker is the subwoofer.

63Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

32Maker product pagelg.com/uk/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Key feature Triple Up-Firing Channels. Two upward woofers plus an up-firing center tweeter, see the LG Malaysia page unit list.

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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 S80QY

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Soundbar	Woofer, 52 x 99 mm	2	Not available	Front, left and right
Soundbar	Silk dome tweeter	2	20	Front, left and right
Soundbar	Woofer	1	63.5	Front, center
Soundbar	Woofer	2	63.5	Up-firing, left and right
Soundbar	Silk dome tweeter	1	20	Up-firing, center
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	203.2	Not available

Source3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Speaker unit list. Front L/R 20 mm silk dome tweeter and 52 x 99 mm woofer each. Center 2.5 in woofer. Top L/R 2.5 in woofer each. Top center 20 mm silk dome tweeter, open system. Subwoofer 8 in woofer, bass reflex. 2.5 in stored as 63.5 mm and 8 in as 203.2 mm.

BYamaha SR-B40A

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Soundbar	Full-range cone (front left and right)	4	46
Soundbar	Dome tweeter	2	25
Subwoofer	Cone woofer	1	160

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: sound bar front L/R 4.6 cm cone x 4 and 2.5 cm dome tweeter x 2. Subwoofer 16 cm cone x 1, bass reflex. Converted from the published cm.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 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)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Wireless3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 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.

203.2mm3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026

160mm3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 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.

01Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Included accessories list no rear speakers. The bar is only Wireless Surround Sound Ready for the optional SPQ8-S kit.

03Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026The bar has no detachable end sections.

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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.

SPQ8-S1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Wireless Surround Sound Ready (SPQ8-S). The rear kit is sold separately and is not in the reference package.

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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.

480W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Spec sheet lists total power 480 W. The LG Malaysia page states output power at THD 10 percent. RMS or continuous is not stated. Speaker rows add up to 480 W: 45 W x 2 front, 40 W center, 45 W x 2 front height, 40 W center height and 220 W subwoofer.

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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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200W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker lists maximum rated output power 50 W x 2 channels for the bar and 100 W for the subwoofer. The Yamaha USA specs page totals 200 W. Rating conditions are not stated.

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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33Hz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Subwoofer 33 Hz to 210 Hz. The maker publishes ranges per component and no single system figure.

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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22kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Front L/R 210 Hz to 22 kHz. Tweeter 9 kHz to 22 kHz. Per component, no tolerance stated.

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)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specs page lists Dolby Atmos as the sound technology and Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital as Yes. DTS Digital Surround is No.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

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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.

LPCM, Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS:X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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 S80QY

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BYamaha SR-B40A

Connection	Format	Max input channels
HDMI eARC	Linear PCM	8
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos	Not available
HDMI ARC	Linear PCM	2
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos	Not available
Optical	Linear PCM	2
Optical	Dolby Digital	Not available

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported digital audio signal formats tables. eARC: 2-channel PCM, multichannel PCM up to 7.1 channels (8), and Dolby Digital, TrueHD, Digital Plus and Atmos bitstreams. ARC: 2-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, Digital Plus and Atmos. Optical: 2-channel PCM and Dolby Digital. The tables do not state Atmos transport per format.

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

FLAC, OGG, WAV, MP3, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026FLAC, OGG, WAV, MP3 and AAC are listed for both C4A and USB playback.

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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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96kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026PCM over HDMI eARC, HDMI ARC and optical: up to 96 kHz. Multichannel PCM over eARC also tops out at 96 kHz.

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.

96kHz3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026High-resolution audio sampling 24 bit/96 kHz and upsampling to 24 bit/96 kHz. 24 bit/192 kHz is listed as No. The page does not name the route or file format.

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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.

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24bits3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Same tables: PCM at 16, 20 and 24-bit on eARC, ARC and optical.

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.

24bits3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026High-resolution audio sampling 24 bit/96 kHz. Route and file format are not named.

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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 S80QY

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	Audio and video input
HDMI	1	TV video output and eARC or ARC audio return
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	USB host for audio file playback

Source8Retailer pageee.co.uk/help/tech/device/LG/S80QYSoundbarRead 13 October 2026HDMI in and out, optical and USB from the LG pages. The USB port is Type-A (EE spec page). The HDMI out jack carries ARC and eARC.

BYamaha SR-B40A

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV connection with eARC or ARC (HDMI OUT)
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	Firmware update only
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: one OPTICAL input, one HDMI OUT/TV (eARC/ARC) and one USB marked UPDATE ONLY. Power cords are listed for the bar and subwoofer.

HDMI ARC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI eARC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/specs.htmlRead 13 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)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026The only HDMI connector is the TV output. A device other than a TV cannot be connected with the HDMI cable.

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

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HDR passthrough formats

HDR10, Dolby Vision1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026US sheet and LG UK, Canada and Singapore pages list HDR10 and Dolby Vision. The US sheet lists HDR10+ as No. The LG Malaysia page lists the HDR10 and HDR10+ rows the other way round, so HDR10+ is left out.

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VRR passthrough

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026VRR / ALLM: Yes. The LG Singapore page adds that VRR pass-through is limited to 60 Hz content.

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ALLM passthrough

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

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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.

2.31Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 20264K 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)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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

5.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth 5.0 with SBC and AAC.

5.13Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth Ver 5.1, Class 1, A2DP, sink function only.

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

SBC, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

SBC, AAC3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sink function: SBC and MPEG4-AAC.

Wi-Fi

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

No2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specs page lists Wi-Fi No, AirPlay No and MusicCast Surround No for the SR-B40A.

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

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 20263Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Wi-Fi (2.4G / 5G): Yes.

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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 Connect1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Chromecast, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Tidal supported. Group Play Mode is listed as Yes (Chromecast).

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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, Amazon Alexa1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Works with the Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. The LG Malaysia page also lists Google Assistant built in with 2 microphones. Alexa works as a controlled device.

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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.

Yes3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026AI Room Calibration (2 MIC In) and Google Assistant built in (Controller, 2 MIC In).

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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

LG Sound Bar3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026LG Sound Bar app, named in the LG networked standby document.

Sound Bar Remote3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Free Sound Bar Remote app. Tone control works only in the app.

Companion app platforms

Android, iOS1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

iOS, Android3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Group Play Mode: Yes (Chromecast).

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

AI Sound Pro, Standard, Music, Cinema, Clear Voice, Bass Blast, Bass Blast +, Sports, Game1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Stereo, Standard, Movie, Game3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026One stereo mode and three surround modes: Standard, Movie and Game.

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.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026AI Room Calibration: Yes. The LG UK page names it AI Room Calibration Pro (App).

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Room calibration system

AI Room Calibration Pro2Maker product pagelg.com/uk/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026AI Room Calibration Pro (App): Yes.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Clear Voice sound mode. The LG UK page names it Clear Voice Pro.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Night mode

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Night Time Mode on or off, from remote and app.

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

User EQ, Subwoofer level1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Customize EQ from remote and app. Band count is not published. Woofer level -15 to 6 dB from the LG Malaysia page.

Treble, Bass, Subwoofer level, Bass Extension3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Tone control in the app adjusts treble and bass from -6 to +6. The remote has an independent subwoofer level control. Bass Extension is an on or off function.

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

WOW Orchestra2Maker product pagelg.com/uk/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026WOW Orchestra: Yes. It works with compatible LG TVs. TV model requirements are not listed on the page.

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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.

59W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Soundbar power consumption 59 W. The subwoofer is 40 W and is not included.

25W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar power consumption 25 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 20 W rated.

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

0.5W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Soundbar standby 0.5 W or less. The subwoofer standby is separate.

0.3W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar standby 0.3 W with HDMI Control and Bluetooth Standby off.

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

2W4Maker spec sheet (PDF)lg.com/uk/lgecs.downloadFile.ldwfRead 13 October 2026LG product information for S80Q, S80QR, S80QY: networked standby 2.0 W, bar only. Standby 0.5 W. The document also names the LG Sound Bar app.

0.6W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar standby 0.6 W with HDMI Control and Bluetooth Standby on. The bar has no Wi-Fi.

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

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Sound bar: AC 100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz (US, Canada, Taiwan and Mexico models). The wireless subwoofer has its own power cord, AC 100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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.

Width1,000Height63Depth135mm(39.4 × 2.5 × 5.3 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Soundbar W x H x D 39.4 x 2.5 x 5.3 in on the US sheet. The LG UK and Malaysia pages give 1000 x 63 x 135 mm, with feet.

Width910Height68Depth133mm(35.8 × 2.7 × 5.2 in)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar installed in front of a TV: 910 x 68 x 133 mm. With wall spacers: 910 x 66 x 139 mm.

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

4,500g(9.9 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Soundbar net weight 9.9 lb on the US sheet. The LG UK and Malaysia pages give 4.5 kg.

2,900g(6.4 lb)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar 2.9 kg (6.4 lb). Subwoofer 8.1 kg (17.9 lb).

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 S80QY

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer (SPQ8-W)	201.7	407	403	10,000

Source2Maker product pagelg.com/uk/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Subwoofer 201.7 x 407.0 x 403.0 mm and 10 kg on the LG UK and Malaysia pages. The US sheet gives 7.9 x 16 x 15.9 in and 22.1 lb.

BYamaha SR-B40A

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer SR-WSWB40A	194	419	407	8,100

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Package dimensions

Width1,107.44Height551.18Depth256.54mm(43.6 × 21.7 × 10.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Carton size W x H x D 43.6 x 21.7 x 10.1 in, converted exactly. The LG Malaysia page gives 1108 x 551 x 257 mm.

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Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

18,688g(41.2 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Shipping weight 41.2 lb, converted exactly. The LG UK page gives a gross weight of 18.7 kg.

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Wall mountable

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Page lists built-in keyholes for wall mounting.

In the box

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In the box

S80QY soundbar, SPQ8-W wireless subwoofer, Remote control, Two AA batteries, Wall mount bracket, HDMI cable, Warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, Remote battery (CR2025), Two power cords, HDMI cable (1.5 m), Mounting template, Two spacers, Quick guide, Safety guide3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Confirming the included items: sound bar, subwoofer SR-WSWB40A, remote with CR2025 battery, two power cords, 1.5 m HDMI cable, mounting template, two spacers, quick guide and safety guide.

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

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

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HDMI cable included

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Optical cable included

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Included accessories on the US sheet and the LG UK page list no optical cable.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026No optical cable is in the included items list.

General

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Series

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

S80QY1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026Model S80QY on the US spec sheet. The subwoofer is SPQ8-W. Regional suffixes are not stated on the sheet.

SR-B40A, SR-B40ABL1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Yamaha USA page for the SR-B40A bar with wireless subwoofer. SR-B40ABL is the US SKU used by retailers. The subwoofer model SR-WSWB40A comes from the user guide.

GTIN / EAN

1951740299611Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026UPC 195174029961 on the LG USA spec sheet.

0271089619274Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/yamaha-sr-b40a-dolby-atmos-sound-bar-with-wireless-subwooferRead 13 October 2026US retailer lists model SR-B40ABL with UPC 027108961927. The ABL suffix is the black US SKU as listed by the retailer.

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

January 20226Press articleengadget.com/lg-2022-soundbars-price-release-date-163853867.htmlRead 13 October 2026Engadget: the 2022 soundbars were introduced in January. The US release was reported on June 23-24, 2022.

20 July 20235Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2023/yamaha-expands-its-lineup-of-dolby-atmos-sound-bars.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Status

Available6Press articleengadget.com/lg-2022-soundbars-price-release-date-163853867.htmlRead 13 October 2026The LG UK product page is live with a buy tab and the model is stocked at retailers. The maker has not marked it discontinued.

Available1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026The Yamaha USA product page, specs and downloads pages are live in 2026. The page offers no price.

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.

$8996Press articleengadget.com/lg-2022-soundbars-price-release-date-163853867.htmlRead 13 October 2026US price $899 for the 3.1.3-channel S80QY at the June 2022 release. Home Theater Forum lists the same US price from LG's pricing release. Tax is not included.

$399.955Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2023/yamaha-expands-its-lineup-of-dolby-atmos-sound-bars.htmlRead 13 October 2026US press release: SR-B40A $399.95 MSRP. Tax treatment is not stated.

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.

US6Press articleengadget.com/lg-2022-soundbars-price-release-date-163853867.htmlRead 13 October 2026US release and US price.

US1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Dark Steel Silver3Maker product pagelg.com/my/speakers/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026Mainset and subwoofer color: Dark Steel Silver.

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Links

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Product page

lg.com/ca_en/tv-soundbars/soundbars/s80qy5Maker product pagelg.com/ca_en/tv-soundbars/soundbars/s80qyRead 13 October 2026LG Canada page for the S80QY with the full spec list. The LG USA page was not reachable.

usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.html1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Spec sheet

files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheet1Maker spec sheet (PDF)files.bbystatic.com/aoCFgcpOsUMA0NF68A9Ilg%3D%3D/Specification%2BSheetRead 13 October 2026LG USA two-page spec sheet for the S80QY, copyright 2022, hosted on the Best Buy file server.

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Manual

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usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdf3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 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.

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