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Samsung HW-H450 Powered home theater sound bar with wireless subwoofer and Bluetooth®

Item # 305HWH450

Today's large-screen HDTVs are missing one key ingredient: great sound.

Today's large-screen HDTVs are missing one key ingredient: great sound.

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Item # 305HWH450

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About the Samsung HW-H450

David Brown

A simple recipe for home theater

Today's large-screen HDTVs are missing one key ingredient: great sound. Add the Samsung HW-H450 sound bar and wireless subwoofer to the mix, and you'll have a recipe for exciting home theater that's hassle-free and sure to please. You'll realize just how inadequate your TV's speakers are once you hear this system's powerful output, with the bar producing clear, detailed sound along with the punchy bass of the wireless sub. You'll get more out of your favorite movies, TV shows, and tunes, without having to jump through a lot of hoops to get started.

A simple recipe for home theater

Today's large-screen HDTVs are missing one key ingredient: great sound. Add the Samsung HW-H450 sound bar and wireless subwoofer to the mix, and you'll have a recipe for exciting home theater that's hassle-free and sure to please. You'll realize just how inadequate your TV's speakers are once you hear this system's powerful output, with the bar producing clear, detailed sound along with the punchy bass of the wireless sub. You'll get more out of your favorite movies, TV shows, and tunes, without having to jump through a lot of hoops to get started.

Setup options make thrilling sound easy

The slim HW-H450 can rest on your TV stand or be mounted on your wall. You can place the slim subwoofer just about anywhere. It syncs wirelessly with the sound bar, for deep bass response that adds impact to movies and music without a long wire running across your floor.  Worried those loud scenes will wake sleeping children or spouse? The Smart Volume feature prevents drastic changes in volume, either during a movie or while watching TV with annoyingly loud commercial interruptions.

Bluetooth features mean more than just music

Keep your smartphone around when you're near this sound bar. It's got Bluetooth onboard, so you can wirelessly stream music from your device to the bar for rich, full-range sound that fills your room. You can even turn on the sound bar with your Bluetooth-compatible device by simply pairing them. If you have a Bluetooth-compatible Samsung TV, you can connect the HW-H450 to it wirelessly, giving you a little more setup flexibility. That's a lot more Bluetooth functionality than we're used to seeing in sound bars or any other home audio component.

A USB port, too

The HW-H450 has another cool feature not found on many sound bars: a USB port. You can load up a thumb drive with your favorite digital music, pop it in the rear-panel port, and leave it there, so you always have music cued up and ready to play. Even with a wall-mounted bar, you won't lose access to the USB port. The HW-H450 includes a USB cable and adapter, so you can use thumb drives without direct access to the rear-panel port.

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Product highlights:

    Sound bar:
    • slim profile is ideal for wall-mounting beneath a flat-panel TV
    • 80 watts x 2 (RMS) built-in amplification
    • built-in Bluetooth for wireless music streaming from compatible smartphones, tablets, and computers
    • SoundConnect feature lets you wirelessly connect your compatible Samsung HDTV to your sound bar via Bluetooth
    • 5 listening modes: Music, Voice, Sports, Cinema, and Standard
    • Dolby® Digital and DTS® decoding
    • USB port lets you play digital music files from a thumb drive
    • Samsung's Crystal Sound Pro digital signal processing filters out distortion and noise for clearer sound
    • front-panel display shows selected input
    • Anynet™ function lets you control sound bar with your Samsung TV's remote
    • HDMI in/out with Audio Return Channel
    • optical digital audio input
    • 3.5mm minijack input (miniplug-to-miniplug cable included)
    • 37-11/16"W x 2-3/8"H x 2-9/16"D
    • weight: 4.63 lbs.
    Subwoofer:
    • 6.5" woofer
    • 130 watts (RMS) built-in amplification
    • bass-reflex (ported) enclosure delivers powerful bass response
    • connects wirelessly to sound bar for easy placement
    • 7-1/16"W x 14-5/16"H x 11-13/16"D
    • weight: 11.27 lbs.
    General:
    • 3D video pass-through via HDMI
    • bracket and hardware included for mounting bar to a wall
    • remote control with subwoofer level control
    • warranty: 1 year
    • MFR # HW-H450

    No A/V receiver required.

    What's in the box:

    • Active soundbar (HW-H450)
    • Wireless powered subwoofer (PS-WH450)
    • AC power adapter (w/ attached 5' DC cord)
    • 5' AC power cord
    • Remote control (AH59-02631A)
    • CR2032 3V battery
    • 2 Wall-mount brackets
    • 2 Wall-mount holders
    • 2 Screws
    • Right-angle USB adapter
    • 5' Stereo minijack cable
    • Ferrite core
    • User Manual
    • Quick Setup Guide
    • Wall-Mount Instructions

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    Features & specs

    General
    Design ---
    Amplification Self-powered
    Separate Subwoofer Yes
    Wireless Surrounds ---
    Number Of Channels 2.1
    Surround Formats
    Dolby Digital Yes
    DTS No
    Dolby Atmos No
    DTS:X No
    Audio Enhancements
    Dialogue Enhancement ---
    Auto Volume ---
    Night Mode ---
    Virtual Surround 3D Sound
    Room Correction No
    Audio Connections
    Optical Digital Inputs 1
    Coaxial Digital Inputs None
    HDMI ARC Input ---
    HDMI eARC Input ---
    3.5mm Stereo Analog Inputs 1
    RCA Stereo Analog Inputs None
    USB Type-A Input No
    Subwoofer Output Wireless
    Audio Specs
    Tweeter ---
    Midrange ---
    Woofer ---
    Subwoofer Driver 6.5"
    Enclosure Sealed
    System Frequency Response Not Given
    Sound Bar RMS Power 160
    Subwoofer RMS Power 130
    Video Connections
    HDMI Inputs 1
    HDMI Outputs 1
    Video Specs
    HDMI Version ---
    HDMI Video Pass-through Resolution ---
    HDR Video Compatible ---
    Control
    Includes Remote IR
    Voice Control No
    Control by App ---
    HDMI CEC ---
    Remote IR Passthrough No
    Learns TV Remote ---
    Audio Streaming
    Bluetooth Connectivity Yes
    Bluetooth Audio Playback No
    Bluetooth Transmitter Mode No
    Online Music Sources ---
    Apple AirPlay ---
    Chromecast built-in ---
    Amazon Music ---
    Apple Music ---
    Pandora ---
    SiriusXM ---
    Spotify ---
    TIDAL ---
    TuneIn ---
    YouTube Music ---
    Files on Your Network No
    Wi-Fi Networking
    Built-in Wi-Fi Version ---
    Bands ---
    Other Info
    Wall-mountable Yes
    Mounting Bracket Included Yes
    Sound Bar Size (inches) 2-3/8H x 37-11/16W x 2-9/16D
    Sound Bar Weight 4.63 lbs
    Subwoofer Size (inches) 14-5/16H x 7-1/16W x 11-13/16D
    Subwoofer Weight 11.27 lbs
    Speaker Parts Warranty 1 Year
    Speaker Labor Warranty 1 Year
    Amplifier Parts Warranty 1 Year
    Amplifier Labor Warranty 1 Year
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    Features

    Wireless Audio Soundbar System: The Samsung HW-H450 wireless audio soundbar system is a 2.1-channel audio system that lets you experience a rich, powerful virtual surround sound from just two active speakers; a soundbar & wireless subwoofer. The slim, compact Samsung HW-H450 's soundbar can be mounted on the wall or placed on a table-top, while the wireless powered subwoofer can be positioned anywhere in the room to achieve maximum audio performance. The system offers HDMI, optical, stereo minijack, USB, and Bluetooth connectivity.

    Active Soundbar: The soundbar is a self-powered, two-channel speaker which provides enveloping virtual surround sound from a single speaker. The soundbar includes multiple full-range drivers housed in an acoustic suspension (sealed) enclosure. The soundbar features a built-in 80 watts x 2-channel amplifier to drive its speakers. The soundbar is designed to be mounted directly below or above your flat-panel HDTV in a horizontal orientation. The soundbar can be placed on a shelf or table-top. The soundbar also includes a wall-mount bracket which allows you to fix the speaker to your wall. The soundbar offers analog audio and digital audio/video connections (including HDMI), as well as Bluetooth connectivity.

    Wireless Powered Subwoofer: The wireless powered subwoofer receives its low-frequency audio signal wirelessly from the soundbar via 2.4GHz transmission. There are no cords to connect, except the AC power cord. You can place the wireless powered subwoofer up to 33' away from the soundbar. The wireless powered subwoofer features a rear-firing 6.5" woofer inside a bass-reflex cabinet with a rear-firing port. The woofer is powered by a built-in 130 watt amplifier.

    Surround Sound Decoding: The Samsung HW-H450 wireless audio soundbar system employs decoders compatible with Dolby Digital, DTS, and Samsung's Sound Effect modes.

    • Dolby Digital: This is the standard audio signal format used on DVDs, and other purely digital media. This surround technology delivers high-quality digital audio of up to 5.1 discrete channels to produce a directional and more realistic effect.
    • DTS: DTS provides a discrete 5.1 channel digital audio signal for both music and movie content and uses less compression than Dolby Digital for richer sound.
    • Sound Effects: The Samsung HW-H450 offers 5 different sound effects modes (Music, Voice, Sports, Cinema, and Standard), depending on the type of content you want to enjoy.
    • 3D Sound: The 3D Sound feature adds depth and spaciousness to your listening experience.
    Connections

    HDMI 1.4 Input/Output: The soundbar of the Samsung HW-H450 wireless audio soundbar system is fitted with an HDMI 1.4 input and HDMI 1.4 output. HDMI transmits video and audio signals simultaneously for a simpler connection, and provides a clearer picture and better sound. The unit's HDMI input and output support 3D-video, Deep Color, and x.v.Color pass-through. The HDMI output also supports ARC. You should connect your Blu-ray player or satellite/cable box directly to the HW-H450's HDMI input and then connect the soundbar system's HDMI output to your flat-panel TV's ARC-enabled HDMI input.

    • 3D: The HW-H450 can pass through 3D video from 3D-ready Blu-ray players to 3D-ready TVs, via HDMI (1.4). You will also need compatible 3D-ready glasses and 3D-video content.
    • Deep/x.v.Color: Deep Color allows more accurate color reproduction with deep color depth. The unit also supports x.v.Color; meaning it's ready for x.v.Color discs, such as AVCHD discs (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format).
    • ARC: The unit's HDMI output also supports the ARC function. This allows you to connect your Blu-ray/DVD player or satellite/cable box directly to the system's HDMI input and connect the system's HDMI output to your television for audio from the wireless audio soundbar system or your TV. Your TV must also be ARC compatible.
    Note: The With most televisions, the ARC-enabled HDMI input will pass Dolby Digital or 2ch PCM from the TV's built-in tuner, network connection or USB port. However, the ARC-enabled HDMI input can only pass 2ch PCM from devices connected to the TV via HDMI or analog.

    Bluetooth Technology: The Samsung wireless audio soundbar system features built-in Bluetooth (v.2.0) for wireless audio streaming and Samsung's new TV SoundConnect function.

    • Bluetooth A2DP: You can wirelessly stream audio from your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone (like your iPhone or Android) to the Samsung HW-H450 and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all without wires. The HW-H450 does not control your Bluetooth-enabled device; you will continue to control your music from your Bluetooth-enabled device. Song/artist information will also still need to be viewed from your Bluetooth-enabled device.
    • SoundConnect: You can simplify the installation of the HW-H450 by eliminating the need for a wired connection between a Bluetooth-enabled Samsung TV and the soundbar. Simply plug the soundbar and the subwoofer into AC power and follow the simple pairing instructions to wirelessly connect the soundbar to select Bluetooth-enabled Samsung TVs. SoundConnect is only available one select 2013 and 2014 Samsung 3D TVs (LED Series 6400 or higher and PDP Series 4500 or higher).

    Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not support all features when used with the Samsung HW-H450.

    Analog + Digital Inputs: The Samsung HW-H450 wireless audio soundbar system features both analog (3.5mm) and digital (optical) audio inputs.

    • Optical Digital Input: The Samsung HW-H450 wireless audio soundbar system's soundbar is equipped with an optical (toslink) digital input to connect your television, Blu-ray/DVD player, or satellite/cable box. The digital optical output terminals of most newer flat-panel TVs only send an audio signal in 5.1ch when receiving Dolby Digital/DTS surround sound from the TV's built-in tuner, network connection, or connected USB device; and will output only 2ch stereo from sources connected to the TV via HDMI, or RCA (like your Blue-ray/DVD player or satellite/cable box).
    • AUX Input: The Samsung HW-H450 's soundbar features a stereo audio minijack (3.5mm) input to connect your analog television or other analog audio component.

    Note: To get the best audio performance out of the Samsung HW-H450, use the system's HDMI input and optical digital input to connect your Blu-ray player and satellite/cable box. Then connect the system's HDMI output to your TV's HDMI ARC input. By connecting your Blu-ray player and satellite/cable box directly to the soundbar system, you'll gain Dolby Digital/DTS decoding from these two sources.

    USB Port: You can connect and play music files from external USB mass storage class devices (such as smartphones, MP3 players or USB thumbrives) using the soundbar's rear-panel USB (type-A) port, right-angle USB adapter, and included USB extension cable. The HW-H450 supports USB devices formatted in FAT16/32 with MP3, WMA, AAC, WAV, FLAC, or OGG music files. You can control basic playback functions; such as Play/Pause, Fast-Forward/Backward, Previous/Next Track, and Repeat/Random. The system will also charge (5V/0.5A) your connected USB device.

    Software Upgrades: Samsung may offer upgrades for the system's firmware in the future. Upgrades will be possible by downloading firmware upgrades to a USB thumbdrive and connecting the thumbdrive to the soundbar's USB port.

    Controls

    Audio Settings: The Samsung wireless audio soundbar system provides various audio adjustments to customize your listening experience.

    • Smart Volume: This function will regulate and stabilize the volume level against a drastic volume change in case of a channel change or scene transition.
    • AV Sync: AV Sync can be used to help sync video to audio when connected to a digital HDTV. Video may look slower than the audio if it is connected to a digital TV. If this occurs, you can adjust the audio delay time to match the video. You can adjust the AV Sync from 0 to 300ms.
    • Tone Control: You can independently adjust the system's Bass & Treble from -3 to +3.
    • Subwoofer Level: You can independently adjust the volume of the wireless powered subwoofer from -6 to +6, using the system's remote control.
    • Speaker Selection: This function enables you to select between listening to audio from your TV or audio from the active soundbar system when connected via HDMI.

    Remote Control w/ Anynet+: The included IR remote control provides wireless operation of the Samsung HW-H450 system. Anynet+ is a convenient feature that offers linked operation with other Samsung components (up to 12) that have the Anynet+ feature, and lets you control those products with one Samsung remote control. To operate this function, you must connect Samsung HW-H450 wireless audio soundbar system to an Anynet+ Samsung TV using an HDMI cable.

    Auto Power On/Off: The Samsung wireless audio soundbar system offers Auto Power On/Off functionality.

    • Power Link (Auto On): The wireless audio soundbar system is automatically turned on when you turn on your TV or any device connected to the wireless audio soundbar system with an optical cable.
    • Auto Off:  If a TV or any device connected to the wireless audio soundbar system is off and there is no audio signal, the soundbar system will turn off after 20 minutes.

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    Customer Q&A

    4 questions already asked

    Q
    Are all HW-H450 sound bars wireless or either wired and wireless?
    willy  Jun 29, 2015
    5 answers
    A
    Bluetooth wireless with the ability to hardwire if desired.
    patrick r  Jun 30, 2015
    A
    The sound bar is wired but the woofer is wireless except for the wall plug.
    dave  Jun 30, 2015
    A
    Wired back to the tv but Bluetooth to the sub.
    anand  Jun 30, 2015
    A
    Mine is both wired and wireless. Input sources are hard wired, bluetooth, or Samsung's device to device wireless, e.g. TV to sound bar (never bothered to check what it is). The sound bar/subwoofer connection is wireless and the delay has minor adjustments depending on your room.
    ian  Jun 30, 2015
    A
    You can connect to the sound bar via Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, optical digital, or 3.5 mm jack. The bass frequencies are wirelessly transmitted to the woofer. Both the sound bar and the woofer need AC power.
    daniel  Jun 30, 2015
    Q
    Anyone able to get the directv remote to work with this sounbar? I tried the Samsung codes and code search. No luck!
    dave  Jan 24, 2015
    5 answers
    A
    dont have direct tv.....and gave soundbar away as a gift...sorry.
    ryan  Jan 28, 2015
    A
    Haven't tried, I just use the soundbar remote as I only use it for a few specific times like movies, car racing... Rose
    rosalie  Jan 25, 2015
    A
    Not directly Dave. If your TV supports ARC, audio return channel, any remote that will turn your TV volume up or down will work. Connecting the sound bar in this way also cause the sound bar to power up automatically when the TV is turned on. See page 17 of the owners manual. Hope this helps.
    daniel  Jan 25, 2015
    A
    My remote will allow me to only change the volume setting.
    john  Jan 25, 2015
    A
    If you purchased the product from Crutchfield, feel free to contact our Tech Support team. They can walk you through the settings on the product and see if there may be a fix. Our toll-free Tech Support number is printed on your invoice, and is also available under the "My Orders" tab in the "My Account" section of our website. If you did not purchase the unit from Crutchfield, then you may want to contact the manufacturer. You can also post your question in our forums: http://community.crutchfield.com. Or try our online support center: http://crutchfield.custhelp.com/app/answers/list/kw/.
    kristina  Jan 25, 2015 (Staff)
    Q
    Does the TV have to have Bluetooth? Our TV is a Samsung but is about 4 years old and I'm not sure it has it.
    shirley  Nov 30, 2014
    4 answers
    A
    Is this only applicable for Samsung TV?
    noel  Dec 27, 2014
    A
    No, the TV does not need to have a Bluetooth for the sound bar to work. My TV is a 9 year old Samsung and it connects by HDMI to the sound bar. The subwoofer connects via Bluetooth to the sound bar not the TV.
    francis  Dec 01, 2014
    A
    No Bluetooth is an option it also has 1hdmi input, aux input like the head phone jack and the optical input
    robert  Dec 01, 2014
    A
    My doesn't either. I use the bluetooth on the soundbar to stream from my smartphone or computer. It could be worthwhile to know if you TV can utilize the smartTV function with the soundbar. My TV doesn't have this option - it's probably five years old. I have to connect my TV to the soundbar via HDMI cables.
    doreen  Dec 01, 2014
    Q
    How to install?
    jose  Nov 22, 2014
    7 answers
    A
    I do know that I didn't have any issues. I also had a pretty new Samsung tv and I think that all I had to do was plug in the power supply. It synced through Bluetooth. It provides good base that you don't get through the tv when watching car racing or movies.
    rosalie  Nov 24, 2014
    A
    Gave away as a gift - sorry I cannot be more help.
    ryan  Nov 24, 2014
    A
    It comes with a drilling template for wall installation if needed. I did not go this route. I placed it on my tv stand. One optical cable to the TV and two available wall power outlets are needed. One for the bass unit and one for the sound bar.
    theodore  Nov 24, 2014
    A
    I mounted the HW-H450 sound bar on the wall under the TV in a 400 square foot, relatively square room. I was subsequently not pleased with the quality of the sound and returned the HW-H450 to Crutchfield in exchange for a Bose sound bar system. I have been very pleased with the Bose system.
    robert  Nov 24, 2014
    A
    I used the hdmi connection to install, it is fairly straight forward. The subwoofer pairs to the system via a wireless connection so no need to hook anything up there. Just plug in the power chords, and run the hdmi connection on the back to the sound bar to an open port on the tv. I believe it automatically recognizes it when you turn on the soundbar, if not scroll through the source list on the sound bar to find it. I believe via an hdmi hookup the connection is labeled D. In or TV ARC...
    matthew  Nov 24, 2014
    A
    Plug into wall, plug I optical cable and tell tv external speaker.
    michael  Nov 24, 2014
    A
    It was easy for me to install with my Samsung TV. I just connected it to the TV via HDMI cable to the ARC enabled HDMI port on my TV and it worked seamlessly. Then I plugged the subwoofer in and turned on the power. When you turn the TV on the soundbar turns on and the sub turns on. It takes about 20-30 seconds for the soundbar to take over the sound and then the remote controls the level with the sound control.
    juan  Nov 24, 2014

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