How do I know if my Samsung subwoofer is working?
John Thompson
Published Mar 28, 2026
How do I know if my Samsung subwoofer is working?
When the subwoofer is completely connected, the blue LED LINK Indicator on the subwoofer stops blinking and glows continuously. If the blue LED does not stop blinking, the process has failed.
What does it mean when your subwoofer is not working?
No Center, No Rears. No Subwoofer, in your case it means your subwoofer will NOT be connected to the Mobo’s SUB OUT jack. LARGE = Full Range, same thing.
How can I tell if my Sony subwoofer is still on?
In this case, set the sound field setting to A.F.D. AUTO or a another sound field. Sony® receivers will send a simulated LFE signal to the subwoofer and the SW indicator will light up. Verify the subwoofer power cord is plugged into an active AC outlet and that the subwoofer is powered on.
Why do I not get thumping sound from my subwoofer?
If you do not hear a thumping sound then there is a possible service issue with the subwoofer. Connect the other end of the subwoofer cable to the subwoofer audio output connector on the back of the receiver. NOTE: Some receiver models may have two outputs to drive two subwoofers.
How do you turn off a subwoofer?
Set the volume on the back of the active subwoofer to the middle position. If the subwoofer has a cut off frequency adjustment, set it to the maximum position to pass all low frequencies to the subwoofer. If your subwoofer has a standby function, turn it off. Connect one end of the audio cable to the subwoofer audio input connector.
No Center, No Rears. No Subwoofer, in your case it means your subwoofer will NOT be connected to the Mobo’s SUB OUT jack. LARGE = Full Range, same thing.
How can I check the firmware of my subwoofer?
Check for a firmware update. You can check the current firmware version using the soundbar’s remote. First, make sure the subwoofer is turned off. Then, press the Sound Control button once (it looks like a gear), and then press and hold the same button for 20-30 seconds. Check the numbers that follow the letter “B” on the soundbar.
How can I tell if my subwoofer is pairing up?
Press and hold DIM DISPLAY button on remote control for 5 seconds, followed by short press on BASS+, and BASS- button in sequence. Panel display will show “PAIRING” If the pairing succeeds, the LED indicator on the subwoofer lights up and the soundbar display will show “DONE”. If the pairing fails, the indicator on the subwoofer blinks slowly. 4.
How do I Turn Off the subwoofer on my sound bar?
While the subwoofer is turned off, press and hold the right button on the soundbar’s remote for more than 10 seconds. Confirm the subwoofer is in range of the soundbar.