Samsung TV & Audio HW-B650 3.0 Channel 330 Watt Soundbar with DTS Virtual:X and Bluetooth UPDATE Error Fix: Firmware Update in Progress

Error code UPDATE on the Samsung TV & Audio HW-B650 3.0 Channel 330 Watt Soundbar with DTS Virtual:X and Bluetooth means: Firmware Update in Progress. Display shows "UPDATE" — a firmware update is being installed. DO NOT unplug the soundbar during a firmware update — power interruption can corrupt firmware and brick the unit. Update typically takes 5-15 minutes. The soundbar will restart automatically when complete. If update appears stuck for more than 30 minutes: (1) wait a full hour before intervening, (2) if still stuck, unplug for 2 minutes then plug back in — the soundbar may recover or retry the update. For manual USB update: download firmware from samsung.com/support (search exact model), extract to a FAT32 USB drive root directory, insert USB into soundbar, and the update should begin automatically or via Settings in SmartThings.

The most successful fix is "Manual Firmware Update via USB Drive" (medium difficulty, ~30 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $0-$10. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated high severity. You should address it promptly — continued use could cause damage or safety concerns.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Manual Firmware Update via USB Drive") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 30 minutes. Tools needed: USB drive, Computer with internet access.

DIY cost: $0-$10. Professional repair typically costs $100-$150. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Samsung TV & Audio HW-B650 3.0 Channel 330 Watt Soundbar with DTS Virtual:X and Bluetooth has 8 other known error codes, including: ARC (HDMI ARC Input Mode — Connection Issues), ARC NO AUDIO (No Sound via HDMI ARC/eARC Connection), AUDIO DROPOUT (Audio Drops Out Intermittently), AUTO STANDBY (Soundbar Auto Powers Off After 15-20 Minutes), B650 ARC ONLY (Standard ARC Only — No eARC Support), and 3 more.

Error code UPDATE also appears on 2 other Samsung TV & Audio models: HW-Q990C 11.1.4 Channel 546 Watt Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Wireless Subwoofer, HW-S800B Ultra Slim 3.0 Channel 360 Watt Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Bluetooth. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.