Besides connecting the Samsung soundbar to your TV, you can also pair the soundbar with your smartphone. By connecting the Samsung soundbar to the phone, you can experience rich sound quality while streaming content on your mobile. You can easily connect the Samsung Soundbar to your phone via Bluetooth or AUX Cable. In addition, you can use the SmartThings application to connect your Samsung soundbar to iPhone and Android devices. In this article, we have explained the possible ways to connect the Samsung Soundbar with your Phone.
How to Pair Samsung Soundbar to Phone via Bluetooth
1. Connect the power cables to the power socket and switch on your Samsung soundbar.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth pairing mode on your Samsung soundbar using the remote control.
3. Further, enable Bluetooth on your iPhone or Android smartphone in the Settings.
4. Now, select the Samsung soundbar from the device suggestions shown.
Once done, your Samsung Soundbar will be paired to your phone, and you will start hearing the audio from it.
Note: After establishing a successful connection with your smartphone, you can use the Alexa app to connect the Samsung soundbar to Alexa.
How to Pair Samsung Soundbar to Phone via SmartThings App
SmartThings is a dedicated application for Samsung devices that are used to control smart appliances, including soundbars. Usually, the SmartThings App automatically detects the nearby Samsung soundbars as soon as you launch the app.
However, there may be situations where the app doesn’t detect the soundbar automatically. In such cases, you need to manually connect the Samsung soundbar to your phone.
1. Download the SmartThings App on your smartphone.
2. Connect your smartphone and Samsung soundbar to the same WiFi network.
3. After downloading, launch the app and tap the Add icon (plus icon).
4. Select the Device option that appears on the top.
5. Click By device type and select AV.
6. Now, choose Samsung under AV.
7. The Soundbar will be displayed on the screen. Select Agree, which is located at the bottom right corner of the screen.
8. Further, select the Start button.
9. Now, select Location and Room for your Soundbar.
10. Wait until the registration is complete and the soundbar is detected.
After this, your Samsung soundbar will be connected to your phone. Now, you can control the soundbar’s actions using the SmartThings app on your phone.
How to Connect Samsung Soundbar to Phone Via AUX Cable
If your Samsung soundbar has an AUX port, follow the steps below to pair it with your phone.
1. Connect one end of the AUX cable to the Samsung Soundbar’s AUX Port. Then, connect the other end to the headphone jack on your smartphone.
2. Now, set the Samsung Soundbar’s mode to AUX.
3. Finally, play any content on the phone and listen to the audio through the soundbar.
How to Fix Samsung Soundbar Not Connecting to Phone
You may encounter connectivity issues at times due to various reasons. Refer to the troubleshooting steps below to resolve the issue in minutes.
- Make sure the soundbar is in pairing mode. If not, enable the option by clicking the Bluetooth button on the remote control.
- Keep your phone nearer to your soundbar when you connect.
- Avoid connecting multiple devices simultaneously to prevent interference.
- Keep your SmartThings App and your Samsung soundbar’s firmware updated with the latest software version.
- Make sure to connect the AUX cable firmly to both devices. Replace the AUX cable if it is damaged.
- Finally, you can opt to reset your Samsung soundbar to fix most of the technical glitches.
If you still cannot connect your phone to the soundbar, take a quick look at our guide describing the fixes in detail for your Samsung soundbar not working.
FAQ
It occurs when the app gets connected with previously connected devices. Delete them and try re-registering the device you want to connect to the app.
It may appear offline if the device’s battery is dead or the distance between the soundbar and your phone is huge. Ensure the devices are kept within the range and change the batteries to fix the error.
Yes. You can use the SmartThings app to pair the Samsung soundbar to your phone without using a remote control.
