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Audio system

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

5.03Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Number of Channel 5.0.

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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.

73Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Number of Speakers 7. The model HW-S60D/ZC is the Canadian twin of the US HW-S60D/ZA.

83Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

74Maker product pagesamsung.com/sg/business/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-xsRead 15 October 2026Samsung Singapore page for HW-S60D/XS: The all-in-one design has 5 channels, 4 woofers and 3 tweeters built into a compact frame. This agrees with Number of Speakers 7 on the Samsung US-region pages.

83Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

03Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Up-firing Speaker No, Front Wide-firing Speaker No, Side-firing Speaker Yes, Center Speaker Yes.

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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.

ASamsung HW-S60D

Component	Driver type	Count
Soundbar	Woofer	4
Soundbar	Tweeter	3

Source4Maker product pagesamsung.com/sg/business/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-xsRead 15 October 2026Same sentence: 4 woofers and 3 tweeters. Driver sizes and the split between side-firing and front-firing drivers are not published.

BYamaha SR-B30A

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Soundbar	Full-range cone (front left and right)	4	46
Soundbar	Dome tweeter	2	25
Soundbar	Built-in subwoofer cone	2	75

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: front L/R 4.6 cm cone x 4, 2.5 cm dome tweeter x 2 and subwoofer 7.5 cm cone x 2, bass reflex, all in the one bar body. Converted from the published cm.

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

No3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Wireless Subwoofer Included No. The woofers are built into the bar and do not count.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026The bar has built-in subwoofers. An external subwoofer with its own amplifier can be connected to the SUBWOOFER OUT jack. No separate subwoofer is supplied.

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

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

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

03Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Wireless Rear Speaker Included No.

03Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

No3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Wireless Rear Speaker Included No, Multi Position Rear Speaker No. The soundbar is one piece.

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

SWA-W5105Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit and Subwoofer: Wireless Subwoofer (SWA-W510, sold separately).

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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.

SWA-9200S2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Wireless surround sound-ready: compatible with SWA-9200S. The Samsung Canada page names 9500S in its Better Together text, which conflicts. The user guide also says SWA-9200S.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit and Subwoofer: Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9200S, sold separately).

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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.

200W6Retailer pagemarkselectrical.co.uk/hw-s60d%2fxu_samsung-sound-barRead 15 October 2026UK retailer listing for HW-S60D/XU: RMS rated power 200 W and Soundbar speaker RMS power 200 W. Samsung's own pages do not state an output power. Other retailers (SHI, LTT Partners) list 200 W RMS. The same listing shows Bluetooth 4.2, which conflicts with the maker's 5.2, so only the power figure is used.

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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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120W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker lists maximum rated output power 30 W x 2 channels for the front L/R and 60 W for the subwoofers. The Yamaha USA specs page totals 120 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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54Hz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Built-in subwoofer 54 Hz to 240 Hz. The maker publishes ranges per driver group 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/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Front L/R 240 Hz to 22 kHz. Tweeter 9 kHz to 22 kHz. Per driver group, 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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio list: Dolby Atmos. Wireless Dolby Atmos works with select 2022-2024 Samsung TVs.

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specs page lists Dolby Atmos as the sound technology. DTS Digital Surround is No.

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

No3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026The audio list names no DTS:X decoding. DTS Virtual:X is a virtual sound mode.

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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.

Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1, LPCM2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio list: Dolby Atmos, DTS 5.1ch, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, LPCM. Dolby Digital comes from the Canadian page entry Dolby 5.1ch. DTS Virtual:X is a sound mode and is not a decoder.

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

ASamsung HW-S60D

Connection	Format
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
Network	Dolby Atmos

Source5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Connecting to a TV that supports Dolby Atmos: Dolby Atmos is supported in TV ARC, eARC or Wi-Fi mode. Wi-Fi mode works with Samsung TVs only. Channel counts are not stated.

BYamaha SR-B30A

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/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026AV decoding: MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF. The playback route is not stated. The Canadian page says USB Music Playback No.

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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/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

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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/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

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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-S60D

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI eARC/ARC output to the TV
Optical	1	Digital audio input
Micro USB	1	SERVICE port for software updates from USB storage, with a micro USB to USB adapter cable that is not supplied
DC power	1	DC 19 V power input from the external AC/DC adapter

Source5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Bottom panel: DC 19V, SERVICE, DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL), HDMI (eARC). Software update: micro USB to USB adapter cable (not supplied) into the SERVICE port.

BYamaha SR-B30A

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV connection with eARC or ARC (HDMI OUT)
Optical	1	Digital audio input
Subwoofer	1	Mono RCA output for an optional external subwoofer
USB-A	1	Firmware update only
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: one OPTICAL input, one HDMI OUT/TV (eARC/ARC), one SUBWOOFER OUT (RCA mono) and one USB marked UPDATE ONLY.

HDMI ARC

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Connecting to a TV: connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI (eARC) port on the soundbar and the HDMI IN (ARC) or (eARC) port on the TV.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI eARC

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI eARC.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Connecting to a TV: the soundbar port is labelled HDMI (eARC) and the eARC function in the TV menu must be on.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI CEC.

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/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.

No3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: HDMI In No, HDMI Out 1, 4K Video Pass No.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026The only HDMI connector is the TV output.

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

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VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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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.

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth, Bluetooth Power On.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

5.23Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Bluetooth Version 5.2.

5.13Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

SBC5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Notes on Bluetooth connection: The Soundbar supports SBC data (44.1kHz, 48kHz). Connect only to a Bluetooth device that supports the A2DP function.

SBC, AAC3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sink function: SBC and MPEG4-AAC.

Wi-Fi

Yes3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Wi-Fi Yes.

No2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specs page lists Wi-Fi No, AirPlay No and MusicCast Surround No for the SR-B30A.

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.

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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 Connect2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal (Hi-Fi) Connect. Chromecast is Google Cast. Roon Tested is not a protocol and is not stored.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026The guide has a Connecting via Apple AirPlay section (iOS 13.4 or later).

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

Amazon Alexa2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Smart Integration: built-in Alexa. The Canadian page also lists Works with Google and Bixby, and the Singapore page lists Google only, so the other assistants are not stored.

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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.

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026SpaceFit Sound analyzes the listening space with the Soundbar's microphone. The placement diagram marks the microphones.

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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.

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Top panel: press the Mic On/Off button to turn the microphone on or off. The LED lights red when it is off. The guide does not say if the button cuts the microphone electrically.

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Companion apps

SmartThings5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Connecting via Wi-Fi: the SmartThings app is required.

Sound Bar Remote3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Free Sound Bar Remote app. Tone control works only in the app.

Companion app platforms

Android, iOS7Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartthingsRead 15 October 2026Samsung SmartThings page: available on Android and iOS devices. Download from the Galaxy Store, Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

iOS, Android3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

Yes3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026The user guide Group Play section supports multiroom use over Wi-Fi. This page lists SmartThings group play.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Using Group Play: add the Soundbar to the SmartThings app, connect at least two audio devices to the same 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, up to 4 devices. TV sound is not supported.

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories included in box: Remote Controller with Batteries.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Checking the components: soundbar remote control and batteries.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X, Music, Game, Standard2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio list: Game Mode Pro, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X. The user guide lists the five sound modes.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Sound mode button: Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X, Music, Game, Standard.

Stereo, Standard, Movie, Game3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Key features: SpaceFit Sound Pro analyzes your environment and automatically optimizes the audio.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026SpaceFit Sound uses the Soundbar's microphone. No phone is needed.

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Room calibration system

SpaceFit Sound Pro2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Key features: SpaceFit Sound Pro.

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio list: Voice Enhance and Active Voice Amplifier.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Sound control: Voice enhancement makes it easier to hear spoken dialog. Active Voice Amplifier analyzes external noise in real time.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Night mode

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio list: Night Mode.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Night Mode Yes.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Sound control: Night mode is optimized for night time viewing.

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

Bass, Treble, Woofer level, 7-band EQ5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Woofer level -12 or -6 to +6, Tone control with Treble and Bass, and a hidden 7 Band EQ at 150 Hz, 300 Hz, 600 Hz, 1.2 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 10 kHz with -6 to +6 each, in Standard mode.

Treble, Bass, Bass Extension3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Tone control in the app adjusts treble and bass. Bass Extension is an on or off function. The press release for both models also lists an independent subwoofer volume control, which the B30A guide does not describe.

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

Q-Symphony2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Key features: Q-Symphony requires a compatible 2020 - 2024 Samsung TV.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Top features: Q-Symphony, TV and Soundbar orchestrated in harmony. Compatible with select Samsung TVs.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Using the Q-Symphony Function: plays sound through the Soundbar and a Samsung TV that supports Q-Symphony.

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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.

31W3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Operating Power Consumption (Main) 31 W. The Samsung Singapore and Australia pages give the same value. The test method is not stated.

23W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Power consumption 23 W for the whole bar with built-in subwoofers.

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

0.5W3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Stand-by Power Consumption (Main) 0.5 W. The Singapore and Australia pages give the same value. Networked and non-networked standby are not separated.

0.3W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Standby 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.

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0.6W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Standby 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.

External AC/DC adapter with a detachable power cord, DC 19 V to the soundbar. The Canadian and Singapore pages list free voltage.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Free Voltage Yes. The user guide shows an external AC/DC adapter and a DC 19V input on the bar.

AC 100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz (US, Canada, Taiwan and Mexico models).3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

Width670Height62Depth105mm(26.4 × 2.4 × 4.1 in)3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Net Dimension (Main Speaker) (WxHxD) 670.0 x 62.0 x 105.0 mm. The US spec sheet gives 26.3 x 2.4 x 4.1 in under an H x W x D label, which matches this order only as W x H x D.

Width910Height68Depth133mm(35.8 × 2.7 × 5.2 in)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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.

2,700g(6 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Weight: soundbar 6 lb, which is 2.7 kg.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Net Weight (Main Speaker) 2.7 kg.

3,900g(8.6 lb)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Weight 3.9 kg (8.6 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.

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Package dimensions

Width908Height125Depth158mm(35.7 × 4.9 × 6.2 in)3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Gross Dimension (WxHxD): One Packing 908.0 x 125.0 x 158.0 mm.

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Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

4,100g(9 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Weight: packaging 9 lb, which is 4.1 kg.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Gross Weight (One Packing) 4.1 kg.

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Wall mountable

Yes3Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/s60d-black-hw-s60d-zcRead 15 October 2026Accessory: Wall Mount Bracket Yes.

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Page feature list: wall-mountable with built-in keyholes. The guide lists a mounting template and spacers.

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In the box

Soundbar, Remote control with batteries, AC/DC adapter, Power cord, HDMI cable, Wall mount guide, 2 wall mount brackets, 2 holder screws, 2 screws (M4 x 10 mm)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories included in box: Soundbar, HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, Remote Controller with Batteries, Wall Mount Kit. The parts of the wall mount kit are from the user guide.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Checking the components: soundbar main unit, remote control and batteries, HDMI cable, AC/DC adapter, power cord, wall mount guide, 2 holder screws, 2 wall mount brackets, 2 screws M4 x L10.

Soundbar, Remote control, Remote battery (CR2025), Power cord, HDMI cable (1.5 m), Mounting template, Two spacers, Quick guide, Safety guide3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Confirming the included items: sound bar, remote with CR2025 battery, power cord, 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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories included in box: Wall Mount Kit.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Installing the wall mount: wall mount guide, 2 holder screws, 2 wall mount brackets, 2 screws.

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HDMI cable included

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories included in box: HDMI Cable. The EU English user guide says an HDMI cable is not supplied, so this holds for the US model.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Checking the components lists an HDMI Cable in this North American guide.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Optical cable included

No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories included in box: Soundbar, HDMI Cable, Power Adapter, Remote Controller with Batteries, Wall Mount Kit. No optical cable is listed. The user guide marks the optical cable as not supplied.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026No optical cable is in the included items list.

General

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Series

S-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-zaRead 15 October 2026Page title S-Series Dolby ATMOS Wireless Soundbar HW-S60D.

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

HW-S60D/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-zaRead 15 October 2026Page model code HW-S60D/ZA. The same page offers HW-S61D, the white version with the same description, under its own model number.

SR-B30A1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Yamaha USA page for the SR-B30A all-in-one sound bar with built-in subwoofers.

GTIN / EAN

8872768239352Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026UPC CODE 887276823935 for model HW-S60D/ZA.

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

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20 July 20234Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2023/yamaha-expands-its-lineup-of-dolby-atmos-sound-bars.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-zaRead 15 October 2026The US store lists the soundbar at 399.99 USD with an Add to cart button. The delivery check shows Not Available until a zip code is entered.

Available1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/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.

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$279.954Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2023/yamaha-expands-its-lineup-of-dolby-atmos-sound-bars.htmlRead 13 October 2026US press release: SR-B30A $279.95 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.

US1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-zaRead 15 October 2026US store page and US spec sheet.

US1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-zaRead 15 October 2026Model selector: S-Series S60D, Color Black.

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Links

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Product page

www.samsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-za1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/s-series-all-in-one-5-0ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s60d-zaRead 15 October 2026

usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/index.html1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b30a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Spec sheet

static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S60D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 15 October 2026Samsung US spec sheet for HW-S60D/ZA, 2 pages, hosted by a retailer.

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Manual

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 15 October 2026Samsung Canada user guide for HW-S60D and HW-S61D, version 2403200, 84 pages in English and French. The EU English guide from March 2024 has the same content.

usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdf3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/2/1624462/web_AV23-0023_SR-B30A_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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