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How do I pair my Samsung soundbar with the subwoofer without the remote?

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Matthew Barrera

Published Apr 06, 2026

How do I pair my Samsung soundbar with the subwoofer without the remote?

Manual connection

  1. Connect the power cords for the soundbar and the subwoofer to the back of each, and then plug both into a wall outlet.
  2. Use a small pointed object to press the ID SET button on the back of the subwoofer.
  3. Continue holding until STANDBY turns off and LINK (Blue LED) blinks quickly.

Why does my sound bar remote not work?

If it is then the problem is in the soundbar. Make sure you oriented the batteries correctly. Been there done that. If it isn’t you will need a replacement remote. If it is then the problem is in the soundbar. You must log in or register to reply here.

Is the sound bar connected to the TV?

The sound bar is hooked up to the TV via optical cable, and I’ve confirmed the TV is set to use the Optical sound output. I’ve replaced the batteries in the remote, and have also tried multiple remotes (the Samsung TV remote as well as my Harmony, both of which used to control the sound just fine).

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Are there any problems with the Samsung sound bar?

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What should I do if my sound bar is not turning on?

If your soundbar is indeed not powering on, be sure to use the power button on the soundbar instead of the remote. If this works to turn on your soundbar, your remote’s battery, or the remote itself, may need to be replaced.

Why is my sound bar not working on my Samsung TV?

The sound bar works on D in fine but now have to use the sound bar remote to control volume instead of tv remote. In sound connect the bar says tv connected and the tv has the sound bar recognised in its menu. Factory tv reset. Still no sound after 3 years trouble free.

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How can I connect my sound bar to my TV?

Completely unplug the TV, Soundbar and Subwoofer and leave them stood in the middle of the room under protective cloths for a week whilst you redecorate. Plugged it all back together, selected TV on the Soundbar and suddenly both the TV and Soundbar connect by Bluetooth without issue. Firsttime is weeks this has worked.