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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.

11.1.42Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 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.

222Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026General Feature lists Number of Speakers 22 for the 11.1.4 channel system with wireless rear speakers. TechRadar also states 22 speakers in four components.

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.

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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.

46Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the 11.1.4 channels include four up-firing drivers across the bar and rears.

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.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)	Orientation
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	203.2	Side-mounted
Each rear speaker	Driver	3	Not available	One front-firing, one side-firing and one up-firing

Source6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says each rear houses three drivers and the subwoofer has an eight-inch driver on the side behind an acoustic lens.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Subwoofer Type lists Wireless.

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.

Wireless2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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.

203.2mm6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Eight inches converted exactly to 203.2 mm. Stated by the reviewer.

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.

22Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Wireless Rear Speaker Included Yes. Power cable line says 4: soundbar, subwoofer and two rears.

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.

Wireless2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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.

No4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows two separate surround speakers. The soundbar has no detachable ends.

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.

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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.

656W3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09 gives rated output power per component: soundbar (18 W x 4) + (10 W x 2) + (18 W x 2) + (10 W x 1) + (18 W x 6) = 246 W, subwoofer 200 W and surround speakers 210 W. The sum is 656 W, which TechRadar and a retailer also give as the system power. Maker figure is a rated amplifier output. Test conditions are not stated.6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states 656 W across 22 speakers.

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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.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Audio Feature lists Dolby ATMOS, ATMOS Music and Dolby MAT. Wireless Dolby Atmos over Wi-Fi works with compatible Samsung TVs.

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.

Yes3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Supported play formats list DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and LPCM 8Ch.

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.

Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, Dolby MAT, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS Express, DTS:X, LPCM3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Supported play formats: Dolby 5.1ch, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS 5.1ch, DTS HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, LPCM 8Ch. Dolby MAT comes from the Samsung Australia page and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS Express from the Reviewed.com spec box.

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.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

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

Source4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 7 output table lists Dolby Atmos and DTS:X inputs. Page 19 titles the HDMI source method as capable of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding. Page 11 states the ARC and eARC protocols support Dolby Atmos. Channel limits per connection are not stated. DTS:X is not stored for ARC or eARC.

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, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Decoding Format lists AAC, MP3, WAV, OGG, FLAC, ALAC and AIFF. USB Music Playback is No, so the route and sample rates are not published.

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.

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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.

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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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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.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

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

Source4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Bottom panel: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC), DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL), SERVICE USB for firmware and POWER.

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

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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

HDMI eARC

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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

HDMI-CEC

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20264Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20264K Video Pass Yes with HDR 10+. The manual table shows 4K at less than 60 fps only. No refresh rate is stored since the page gives none.

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.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

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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

HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG6Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/home-theater/soundbars/samsung-hw-q990c-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review lists HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG through the HDMI loop-through. The Samsung page only names HDR 10+. No 4K 120 Hz passthrough.7Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box video support lists Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HDR10.

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

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

ALLM passthrough

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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.

2.27Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box video support lists HDCP 2.2.

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

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 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.

5.010Retailer pageldlc.com/en/product/PB00579083.htmlRead 10 October 2026French retailer listing for HW-Q990C/ZF gives Bluetooth 5.0 twice. No other source states a version and none contradicts it.

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.

SBC2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth Codec SBC. Bluetooth Multi Connection No.

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

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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.

802.11b/g/n7Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box gives 2.4 / 5GHz 802.11b/g/n.

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.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026The Europe quick guide states 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi radio output. Reviewed.com also gives 2.4 and 5 GHz.

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.

AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Chromecast Yes, Spotify Connect Yes, AirPlay Yes. The manual names Apple AirPlay 2.

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.

Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Works with Google Yes and Works with Amazon Alexa Yes. UK press states Alexa is built in. Google works through a compatible device.

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.

Yes3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Page 1 describes the Mic On/Off button on the soundbar and SpaceFit Sound analysing the room with the soundbar's microphone.

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.

Yes3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Mic On/Off button turns the microphone on or off and the LED glows red when it is off. Electrical isolation is not stated.

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

SmartThings2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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

Companion app platforms

iOS, Android2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026SmartThings app needs Android 6.0 or later or iOS 10.0 or later.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 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

Standard, Surround, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20264Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Effect table lists Standard, Surround, Game Pro and Adaptive Sound.

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.

Yes4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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

SpaceFit Sound Pro4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026SpaceFit Sound analyses the listening space with the soundbar's microphone. Samsung UK press names it SpaceFit Sound Pro.5Press releasenews.samsung.com/uk/samsung-announces-the-uk-availability-of-its-2023-q-series-audio-rangeRead 10 October 2026UK release dated April 2023 states SpaceFit Sound Pro and built-in Alexa with Wi-Fi are on the Q990C, Q930C and Q800C. It also states 22 built-in speakers and UK availability from 4 April 2023.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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

Night mode

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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, Treble, Subwoofer level, 7-band graphic EQ4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Tone control sets treble and bass. Woofer level button. Holding Sound Control gives seven bands at 150 Hz, 300 Hz, 600 Hz, 1.2 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 10 kHz.

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.

Q-Symphony2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Q-Symphony Yes. It needs a compatible Samsung TV.

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.

41W2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Operating Power Consumption (Main) 41 W. Rear speakers 19 W each and subwoofer 26 W are excluded.

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

0.5W2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Stand-by Power Consumption (Main) 0.5 W. Rears 0.5 W each and subwoofer 0.5 W are excluded. Wi-Fi is on in this model so networked standby is not stored.

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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.

Width1,232Height69.5Depth138mm(48.5 × 2.7 × 5.4 in)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Net Dimension (Main Speaker) 1232.0 x 69.5 x 138.0 mm.3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09: soundbar 1232.0 x 69.5 x 138.0 mm. Weight and dimensions are approximate.

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.

7,700g(17 lb)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20263Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09: soundbar 7.7 kg.

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.

ASamsung HW-Q990C

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer PS-WC99B	220	413	410	11,700
Each rear speaker PS-RC99B	129.5	201.3	140.4	3,400

Source3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Section 09: subwoofer PS-WC99B 220.0 x 413.0 x 410.0 mm and 11.7 kg. Surround speaker PS-RC99B (left and right) 129.5 x 201.3 x 140.4 mm and 3.4 kg. The Australian page lists 3.4 kg for one speaker.

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

Width1,309Height595Depth277mm(51.5 × 23.4 × 10.9 in)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Gross Dimension One Packaging 1309.0 x 595.0 x 277.0 mm. Australian figure. The package holds the bar, subwoofer and both rears.

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.

28,200g(62.2 lb)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Gross Weight One Packing 28.2 kg. Australian figure. The package holds the bar, subwoofer and both rears.

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

Yes4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows a wall mount guide, holder screws and wall mount brackets. The manual has a wall mounting chapter.

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

In the box

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In the box

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Two wireless rear speakers, Remote control, Remote batteries, Four power cords, HDMI cable, Wall mount brackets, screws and guide, Rubber feet2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Accessory lists remote, wall mount bracket and four power cables.4Owner's manualwinnings.com.au/manuals/ak/b/d/8/4/bd84578f8225e0bcccc18029edc2adf571c3833a_HW_Q990C_XY___user_manual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows the soundbar, remote and batteries, subwoofer, two surround speakers, four power cords, HDMI cable, wall mount guide, screws, brackets and rubber feet.

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.

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026

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

HDMI cable included

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 20267Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review says the system comes with one HDMI cable.

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

Optical cable included

No3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Connection diagram labels the optical cable as not supplied.

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

General

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Series

Q-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026Samsung markets the 2023 Q990C as a Q-Series soundbar.

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.

HW-Q990C/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026US support page for HW-Q990C/ZA with the standard limited warranty link. The US product page has been removed. The /ZA package includes the soundbar, subwoofer and two rear speakers.

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

8872767384827Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Page structured data gives gtin12 887276738482 for the US HW-Q990C.

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.

January 20239Press articlesammobile.com/news/samsung-hw-q990c-hw-s800b-hw-g60c-soundbars-announced-ces-2023Read 10 October 2026Article dated 8 January 2023 reports Samsung announced the HW-Q990C at CES 2023. Month only.

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

Status

Discontinued2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Australian page states this product is no longer available and shows it out of stock. The US product page is removed. The successor HW-Q990D replaced it.

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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.

Samsung HW-Q990D11Press articletechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsungs-new-high-end-dolby-atmos-soundbar-with-120hz-gaming-support-gets-a-huge-price-hikeRead 10 October 2026Article presents the HW-Q990D as the 2024 flagship following the HW-Q990C.

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.

$1,899.997Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box gives price $1,899.99 in a US review. Digital Trends gave $1,900 on 25 May 2023. TechRadar gave $1,599, likely a sale price. US price excludes sales tax. Conflict recorded as a doubt.8Press articledigitaltrends.com/home-theater/2023-samsung-dolby-atmos-soundbars-prices-specs-availabilityRead 10 October 2026Article published 25 May 2023 lists the HW-Q990C 2023 at $1,900, available now.

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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.

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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 pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026US reference package HW-Q990C/ZA. Warranty link on the page is the US limited warranty.

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

Black2Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q990c-black-hw-q990c-xyRead 10 October 2026Page address and title name the Black model.

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.samsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/model/HW-Q990C/ZARead 10 October 2026Samsung US product page for the Q990C is gone, so the live support page is linked.

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

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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

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx3Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 10 October 2026Samsung download center quick guide for HW-Q990C, English edition for Europe. Section 09 holds the specifications. The same hardware tables appear in the Australian and Middle East editions.

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.

1year7Reviewreviewed.com/home-theater/content/samsung-hw-q990c-soundbar-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec box gives 1 year parts and labor for the US package.

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