Samsung HW-H550 User manual

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SoundConnect
SoundConnect lets you play TV audio from a Biuetooth compliant Samsung TV on your Wireless Audio oSoundbar via a
B[uetooth connection, and control the sound
HDMI
HDMI transmits video and audio signa ssimu taneous y, and provides a clearer picture_
The unit isaso equipped with the ARC function which ets you isten to sound from your TV via an HDMI cabe through
the Wire ess Audio oSoundbar_ This function is ony availab e if you connect the unit to an ARC comp iant TkL
Sur_und Sound
The Surround Sound feature adds depth and spaciousness to your listening experience_
Wireless Subwoofer
Samsung's wire ess modue does away with cabes running between the main unit and the subwoofer_
Instead, the subwoofer connects to a compact wire ess modue that communicates with the main unit
Special Sound mode
You can seed from 5 different sound modes oMUSIC, VOICE, SPORTS,CINEMA, and STANDARD odepending on the
type of content you want to enioy_
Muttiofunction Remote Control
You can use the remote contro supp [ed with your Soundbar to contro the TV connected to this unit (Works ony for
Samsung TVs_)
The remote control has a ?4 hotkey that enables you to perform various operations with the simple press of a button
Active Speaker System
This unit features an Active Speaker System that provides high sound quality ina single, slim unit
This unit does not require any sate ite oudspeakers or speaker cab ins, which are norma y required by conventiona
surround sound system£
USBHost support
You canconnect and pay musicfiles from externa USE}storagedevicessuchasMP3payers,
USBthumb drives,etc_usingthe Soundbar's USBHOSTfunction_
Bluetooth Function
You can connect a Biuetooth device to the Soundbar and enioy music in high quality stereo, all without wires!
LICENSE
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The lighting flash and Arrowhead within
the triangle are warning signs alerting
you to dangerous voltage tnside the
product
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
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PERSONNEL
The exclamation point within the triangle
is a warning sign alerting you to
important instructions accompanying the
product
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture
• To prevent iniury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions_
CAUTION
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashi g_Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases on the apparatus_
• To turn this apparatus off completely, you must pull the power plug out of the wall socket Consequently, the power plug must be easily
and readily accessible at all times_
This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment To prevent
electromagnetic interference with electric appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections_
FCC NOTE (for U3_A):
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class S digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules_
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation_
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications_ However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation_
tf this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenn&
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receive[
• Connect the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit than the radio or T\Z
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/lV technician for help_
Caution : FCCregulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user%authority to operate it
Important Safety Instructions
Read these operating instructio_]s carefully before using the unit Follow all the safety instructions listed below_ Keep these operating
instructions ISandy for future reterence 10)1) Read theseinstructions_
2) Keep thesetnstructions_
3) Heed allwarnings_
4) Follow all instructions_
S) Do not use this apparatus near water_
6) Clean only with a dry cloth_
7) Do not block any ventilation openings_ Install in
accordance with the manufacturer% instructions_
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type
plug_ A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other_ A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus_
11) Only use attachment/accessories specified
by the manufacturer_
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus_
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid iniury from tip-over_
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Ser,Jicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or obiects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped_
obsolete outlet
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PRECAUT+ONS
2.7 iBch
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Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the power requirements listed on the identification sticker located
on the back of your product Instal! your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for
ventilation (3~4 inches, 7~10 cm), Make sum the ventilation slots are not covere& Do not place the unit on amplifiers or other
equipment which may become hot, This unit is designed for continuous use, To fully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC plug
from the wa!! outlet, Unplug the unit if you intend to leave it unused for a long period of time,
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During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the
wall outlet Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit
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Protect the product from moisture (+,e,vases, spills), and excess
heat (e,g, fire, radiators) or equipment creating strong magnetic or
electric fields, Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the
unit malfunctions, Your product is not intended for industrial use,
This product is for personal use only',
Condensation may occur if your product has been stored in cold
temperatures, If transporting the unit during the winter, wait approxF
mately 2 hours until the unit has reached room temperature before
using,
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources,
This could lead to overheating and cause the unit to malfunction,
The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are
harmful to the environment
Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash,
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire,
Do not short circuit, disassemble, or overheat the batteries,
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replace&
Replace only with the same or equivalent type,
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Features
License
Precautions
GETTING STARTED
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6 Before reading the User's Manuat
6 What's inctuded
7
8Front Pane! Rear Pane!
9 four of the Remote Controt
10 Installing the Wal! Mount
11 Connecting the Wire!ess Subwoofer
12 Attaching the Toroidal Ferrite Core to the
Power Cord of the Subwoofer
12 Looping the power cable around the
foroidal Core
13 Connecting an extemai device using
HDMI cable
14 Connecting an external device using Audio
(Analog) cable or Optical (Digital) cable
15 Input Mode
15 Btuetooth
17 SoundConnect
18 USB
19 Using the Remote Controt
22 Software Upgrade
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BEFORE READING THE USER'S MANUAL
Note the following terms before reading the user manual
_cons used in this manual
Caution Hndicatesa situation where afunction does not operate or settings may
be cancelled
hdicates tips or instructions on the page that help you operate a
Note function
Safety _nstructions and Troubleshooting
i) Be sure to fami%dze yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this product (See
page 3)
2) If a problem occurs, check Troubleshooting (See page 23)
@2014 Samsung Electronics Co ,Ltd
All nghts reserved; no part or whole of this useCsmanual may be reproduced or copied without
the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co ,Ltd
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Check for the supptied accessories shown beiow.
(Sc(ewi2EA)
K_I_
T, _eappearance of the accessories may differ slightly from the i_ustrations above_
Use the dedicated USB cable to connect externat USB devices to the unit_

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descruptuons
FRONT PANEL
,_/T'POWERBU_ON TurnstheW_re_essAudiooSoundbaronandoff_
FUNCTION
BUTTON
Se!ects the DJN, AUX, HDMI, BT,TV, USB inpuL
oWhile the Soundbar is on, pressing the (F,) button for' morn
than 3 seconds sets the button to act as a MUTE button_
To cancel the MUTE button setup, press the (K) button for
more than 3 seconds again_
ControB the volume levek
VOLUME +/- The numeric value of the volume level appears in the front panel
4" REMOTE CONTROL The remote control can operate Soundbars made by
SENSOR SAMSUNG only_
{5 DISPLAY
Disptays the current mode_
o!f there is no input from the product or remote controt for 15
seconds, the display wiil turn off automatical!y_
oThe disp!ay wili not turn off automatica!iy in the BT READ%
SEARCH, TV REQUEST, or USB PLAYING mode£
When you turn on this unit, there wiil be a 4 to 5 second de!ay before it produces
sound_
If you want to enjoy the sound on!y from the Wireless Audio - Soundbar, you must
turn off the TV's speakers in the Audio Setup menu of your TVt Refer to the owner's
manuai supptied with your TVt
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REAR PANEL
1. Connect the AC adaptor's power cord to the AC power supphy.
2, CorsrsecttheACpoweradaptor's miniopugto PowerSuppy6r]orsthe unit
POWERSUPPLY
iN 3. Connect the AC adapter's power cord to a wall outWet.
Connect USB devices such as MP3 phayers here to the phayfiles on the
devices.
[2 USB PORT Use the supplied USB converter if you have installed the product on
a wall.
3_ AUX JN Connect to the Anahog of externah device_
output an
hputs digitah video and audio signahs simukaneoushy from an externah
HDMJ JNJACK source using an HDMB cable.
5 OPTICALJN Connect to the digitah (optical) output of an external device_
Outputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI
6 HDMI OUTJACK cable_
When disconnecting the power cabte of the AC power adaptor from a wail out!et,
pull the plug_ Do not pult the cab!e_
Do not connect t, Js unit or _'
ot, _er components to an AC out!et unti_ ati connections
between components are comptete_

remo ntroN
TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL
POWER BUTTON
'Turns the Wireless Audio -
Soundbar on and ofL
SOURCE
Press to select a connected
Soundbar source_
AUTO POWER
Synchronizes the Soundbar to a
connected Optical source via the
Optical iack so it turns on automatically
when you turn on your T\L
REPEAT
Select Repeat File, All, Random_
_VOLUME
Adjusts the TV volume level
MUTE
Mutes the sound from the T\Z
Press again to restore the sound
to the previous volume level
INFO, _ PREACH
Display current TV statu£
Moves to the previous TV channel
CONTROL BU_ON
Play,pause,or stopplaying
a music file, or search forwards
or backwards for a music file_
SOUND EFFECT
Selects the Sound Effect:
(MUSIC, VOICE, SPORTS, CINEMA, and
STANDARD)
SURROUND SOUND
This feature adds depth and
spaciousness to the soun&
(Surround Sound Expansion)
POWER BU_ON
Turns your Samsung TV on and off_
SPEAKER
This button allows you to choose to
listen to audio from the Soundbar or
},our T'v'_
SOURCE
Press to select a connected TV's video
source_
Anynet+, SoundConnect
Anynet+ enables you to control
other Samsung Devices with your
Samsung TV's remote control
Also, produces TV sound on your
Soundbar via a Bluetooth
connection and controls the soun&
CHANNEL, AUDIO SYNC
Switches between the available
TV channels_
Used to help sync video to audio
when connected to a digital T\!_
EXiT
Exits %/functions same as the
EXF button of the TV remote_
SMART VOLU M E
Regulates and stabilizes the volume
level a( ainst a drastic volume change
S/W LEVEL
Adjusts the volume level of the unit
Adjusts the Subwoofer level
TONE
Individual BASSTREBLEadjustmep,t,
UseVOL adjustment keys,
MUTE
Mutes the sound from the unit
Press again to restore the sound
to the previous volume level
The remote control can operate TVs made by SAMSUNG only_
Depending on the TV you are using, you may not be able to operate your TV with this remote control tf
you can't, operate the TV using the TV's remote control_
Surround Sound Expansion Technology is Powered by Sonic Emotion_
installing batteries inthe Remote Control
compartment one year
Operational Range of the Remote Control
You can use the remote control up to 23 feet (7 meters) in a straight line from the unit You can also
operate the remote at a horizontal angle of up to 30 ° from the remote control sensor
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connections
iNSTALLiNG THE WALL MOUNT
You can use the wall mount bracket to mount this unit on a wall
Installation Precautions
• Instal! on a vertical wal! onb'_
• Forthe instal!ation, avoid a location with high temperature or humidity, or a wail that cannot
sustain the weight of the seL
• Check the strength of the wall If the wa!i is not strong enough to support the unit, reinforce the
wal! or install the unit on a different wall that can support the unit's weighL
• Purchase and use the fixing screws or mo@s appropriate for the kind of wall you have (piaster
board, iron board, wood, etc_)_ If possib!e, fix the support screws into wal! studs_
• Connect cab!esfrom the unit to external devices before you instatl it on the watl_
• Make sure the unit isturned off and unplugged before you install it Otherwise, it may cause an
electric shock
Place the wall mount bracket on a wal! surface and
then secure it with two screws (not supplied)
If you are hanging the unit below aTV, be sure to instal!
the wal! mount bracket so that the arrow (t) is placed
in the Centre of the TVt
A!so make sure the unit is at ieast two inches (5 cm)
betow the TVt
2_ Aiign the two HOLDER-SCREWs with the screw holes
on the !eft and right sides of the MAIN UNrr, and then
fix them to the main unit with the supptied screws_
3_ Insert the USBconverser'into the unit before installing
it on the wail_
4_ Fit the unit into the corresponding s!otsof the wal!
mount brackeL Forsecure instal!ation, make surethe
mounting studs stidefirmiy down into the bottom of
the stots_
5_ The instailation is comptete_
2 inches (5 cm) or more _;
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Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid any impact to the unit
Secure the unit firmly to the wail so that it does not fail off if the unit fails off, it may
cause an injuq! or damage the product
When the unit is installed on a wail, please make sure that children do not pull any of the
connecting canes, as it may cause it to fail
For the optimal performance of awall mount installation, install the speaker system at
least 2 inches (S cm) below the TV
For a better sound experience, place the subwoofer away from the wail at least 12 inches
(30 cm) when installing

CONNECTING THE WIRELESSSUBWOOFER
TheSubwoofeCs !inking ID ispreset at the factory and the main unit and subwoofer should link
(connect wirelessty)automatically when the main unit isturned on_If the LINKindicator does not light
when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on, pteaseset the ID byfotiowing the procedure be!ow_
I, Ptug the power cords of the main unit and subwoofer into an AC wail out!eL
2, Pressthe ID SETbutton on the back of the subwoofer with asma!l, pointed obiect for 5 seconds_
. TheSTANDBYindicator isturned off and the LINKindicator (BlueLED)blinksquickly
ID SET
3_
4_
5o
While the main unit is powered off (STANDBY mode),
press MUTE on the remote controt for 5 seconds_
The ID SET message appears on the main unit's OLED disptay_
1-ofinaiize the !ink, turn the main unit's power on whi!e the
subwoofeCs LINK LED btinks_
. The main unit and the subwoofer are now linked (connected)
. The LINK indicator (blue LED) on the subwoofer isturned on
. You can enjoy better sound from the wireless subwoofer by selecting a sound effect (Seepage 20)
'_ Before moving or installing the p_oduct, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect
the power cord
'_ If the main unit is powered off, the wireless subwoofer will be in the standby mode and
the STANDBY LEDon the upper side will come on after the LINK indicator (Blue LED)
blinks for 30 seconds
'_ If you use a device that usesthe same frequency (2 4GHz) near the system, inte_ference
may cause some sound interruption
'_ The maximum wireless signal transmission distance between the main unit and
subwoofer is about 33 ft, but may vary depending on your operating environment If a
steebconcrete or metallic wall is between the main unit and the wireless subwoofe_, the
system may not operate at all, because the wireless signal cannot penetrate metal
'_ If the main unit doesn't make a wireless connection, follow steps 1-5 above to retry the
connection between the main unit and wireless subwoofer
The wireless receiving antenna is built into the wireless subwoofer Keep the unit away
fiom water and moisture
For optimal listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless
subwoofer location is dear of any obstructions
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ATTACHING THE TOROiDAL FERRiTE CORE TO THE POWER CORD OF
THE SUBWOOFER
Attaching the Toroidd femte core to the power cord of the
subwoofer hebs prevent RFinterference from radio signaB
1 Pullthe fixing tab of the Toroidal fernte core to open it
2 Make two loops around the core with the power cable of the
subwoofer
3. Attach the Toroidaiferrite coreto the Subwoofer power cordasthe
figure shows,and then pressit unti! it c!ick£
LOOPING THE POWER CABLE AROUND THE TOROiDAL CORE
Lift up to retease the iock and open the core_
dose the iock_ Make two ioops around the core with the power
cabte_
(Start winding 2 to 4 inches [5-10 cm]
away from the core)_
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CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE USING HDMI CABLE
HDMI is the standard digital interface for connecting to such devices as a TVs, projectors, DVD ptayers,
Bluoray ptayers, set top boxes, and more_
HDMI removes any loss of signa! from analog conversion, enab!ing you to enjoy video and audio
sound qua!ity as it was originally created in the digita! source_
I
HDMI IN
HDMI Cabte !
I HDMI OUT
I
HDMI OUT
I HDMI Cable
HDMI IN
HDMIIN
Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI INlack on the back of the product to the HDMI
OUFlack on your digitai device_
and,
HDMI OUT (HDMI)
• ConnectanHDMIcablefromthe HDMIOUTlackon the backofthe productto the HDMIINlackonyourTV.
HDMI is an interface that transmits digitai video and audio data with lust a singie
connector
HDMI OUT (ARC)
. The ARC function allows digital audio to output via the HDMI OUT (ARC) port
It can be enabled only when the Soundbar is connected to a TV that supports the ARC function
.Anynet+ must be turned on
This function is not avai!able if the HDMI cable does not support ARC_
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connections
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE USING AUDIO (ANALOG)
CABLE OR OPTICAL (DiGiTAL) CABLE
This unit comes equipped with one optica! in digita! jack and one audio ana!og in jack, giving you two
ways to connect it to a T\L
AUXIN
Audio Cabte
_AUDIO
OUT
0
Or
= OPTICAL IN
Optical Cabte
(not supplied)
BDIDVD playeff
Set-top box/
Game console
-OPTICAL--
OUT
0
AUX _N
Connect AUX IN (Audio) on the main unit to the AUDIO OUT of the TV or Source Device
Be sure to match connector cotor£
OPTICAL IN
Connect the Digitai Input on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT of the TV or Source Device_
Do not connect the power cord of this p_oduct or your TV to the wail out!et untii ail
connections between components are complete
Before moving or instailing this p_oduct, be sure to turn off the power and
disconnect the power cord_
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functions
INPUT MODE
You can seiect D_IN,AUX, HDMI, BT,TV input, or U.SB_
Pressan appropriate button on the remote controi to seiect a desired mode, or press (E) to select :
D_IN,AUX, HDMI, BT,TV, or USB mode_
Optical Digital input DIN
AUX input AUX
HDMJ input HDMH
BLUETOOTH mode BT
w mode TV
USBmode USS
The unit turns off automatically in the following situations:
• BTfTVMODE
ffthe connection has been off for about 25 minutes_
• USBiHDMBiARC!D]NMODE
Bfthere isno audio signal for about 25 minutes_
• AUX Mode
When the AUXcable isconnected, if no keyispressedon the remote or unit panel for about 8 hours_
Ifthe AUX cable isdisconnected for about 25 minutes_
TheARCfunction is activated in DIN mode if the unit isconnected to an ARCsupporting TV,
1:oturn off the ARCfunction, turn Anynet off_
Usethe provided cable if a USBflash memory device cannot be connected directly to the unit_
BLUETOOTH
You can use a Biuetooth device to enioy music with high quality stereo sound, aii without wires!
What is BBuetooth?
Biuetooth is a technology that enables Biuetoothocompiiant devices to interconnect easily with each other using a
short, wireless connection_
• A B uetooth device may cause noise or ma function, depending on usage, when:
o A part of your body is in contact with the receiving/transmitting system of the B uetooth device or the Soundbar,
It is subiect to e ectrica variation from obstructions caused by a wa, corner, or office partition_
It is exposed to e ectrica interference from same frequencyoband devices including medica equipment,
microwave ovens, and wireless LANs_
• Pair the Soundbar with the B uetooth device whiJe they are dose together,
• The further the distance is between the Soundbar and Buetooth device, the worse the qua ity is_
If the distance exceeds the Buetooth operationa range, the connection is osL
• In poor receptionosensitivity areas, the Buetooth connection may not work proper y_
• The Buetooth connection ony works when it is dose to the seL The connection wil be automatica Jycut off if the
Buetooth device is out of range_ Even within range, the sound qua ity may be degraded by obstacles such as was
or doors_
• This wire ess device may cause eectric interference during its operation_
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functions
To connect the Soundbar to a Sluetooth device
Check if the BJuetooth device supports the Biuetooth compliant stereo headset function_
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Connect
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@
Bluetooth device
1 Press the SOURCE button on the remote control of the Soundbar to display the BT message_
• You wilJsee BT READY on the front disp ay of the Soundbar,
Z On the Bluetooth device you want to connect, open the Bbetooth menu_ (Refer to the Bbetooth device's
user manual_)
3_Select the Stereo headset menu on the Bbetooth device_
• You will see a ist of scanned device£
4_ Seect "[Samsung] SoundbaP from the isL
• When the Soundbar is connected to the B uetooth device, it will disp ay Device name '_ BT on the front disp ay_
• If the B!uetooth device has failed to pair with the Soundbar, delete the previous "[Samsung] SoundbaP found by
the Biuetooth device and have it search for the Soundbar again_
• If the Soundbar is in another mode (except TV mode), you can shift it to Biuetooth mode using your smart
device_
5_Piay music on the connected device_
• You can isten to the music paying on the connected B uetooth device over the Wire ess Audio oSoundbar
system_
• In BT mode, Repeat functions are not availab e_For some Buetooth device, PayiStopiNextiPrev function are not
availabie_
You may be required to enter a PIN code (password) when connecting the Bbetooth device to the
Soundbar_ If the PIN code input window appears, enter (0000>_
The Soundbar supports SBC data (44J kHz, 48kHz)_
The AVRCP feature issupported_
Connect only to a Bbetooth device that supports the A2DP (AV) function_
You cannot connect to a Bluetooth device that supports only the HF (Hands Free) function_
Only one Bluetooth device can be paired at a time_
Once you have turned off the Soundbar and the pairing is disconnected, the pairing will not be
restored automatically_ To reconnect, you must pair the device again_
The Soundbar may not run the Bbetooth Search or Connection functions properly in the following
cases:
If there is a strong electrical field around the Soundbar_
If several Bbetooth devices are simukaneously paired with the Soundbar_
If the Bluetooth device is turned off, not in place, or mdfunctions_
Note that such devices as microwave ovens, wireless LAN adaptors, fluorescent lights, and gas
stoves use the same frequency range as the Bluetooth device, which can cause electdc interference_
Once paired the device,on ARC!DIN!USBiHDMIiAUX mode,seiect "[Samsung] SoundbaP from the iist
will automaticalb, change to BT mode_
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TodisconnecttheBluetoothdevicefromtheSoundbar
You can disconnectthe Bluetoothdevk:efrom the Soundbar
Forinstructionssee the Bluetoothdevk:e_susermanual
• The Soundbar willbe disconnecte&
• When theSoundbar isdisconnectedfrom the Bluetoothdevk:ethe Soundbar willdisplayBT DISCONNECTED on the frontdisplay
To disconnect the Soundbar from the Bluetooth device
Press the (F,) button on the front panel of the Soundbar to switch from BT to another mode or turn off the Soundbar
• The connected Bluetooth devk:e will wait a certain amount of time for a response from the Soundbar before terminating the
connection (Disconnection time may differ, depending on the Bluetooth devk:e)
• The currently connected devk:e will be disconnecte&
'_ tn Bluetooth connection mode, the Bluetooth connection will be lost if the distance between the Soundbar and the
Bluetooth device exceeds 1625 fL (5m)_
'_ tf the Bluetooth device comes back into the effective range after disconnecting you can restart the Soundbar to restore
the pairing with the Bluetooth device_
Using the Bluetooth Power on
Whenthe Soundbaristurnedoff, connectyoursmartdeviceto the SoundbarviaaBluetoothconnectionto turn it on_
1_ Pair your smart device with the Soundbar via gtuetooth_ (Rar information on gtuetooth connections, refer to your smart
device's manual.)
ZTurn the Soundbar off, and then press and hold the (F. ) button on the Soundbads front pane] until the Soundbar displays
Bluetooth Power On_
3Now, whenever the Soundbar is off, and you initiate a Bluetooth connection with ),our smart device, the Soundbar will turn
itself on automatically in Bluetooth mode_
• Select the desired music to play from your smart device_
SOUNDCONNECT
SoundConnect lets you playP,! audio from a Bluetooth compliant SAMSUNG P,! on your Wireless Audio - Soundbar via a Bluetooth connection
• T:oproduce P,! sound on your Soundbar via a Bluetooth connection, you need to pair your Soundbar to a Bluetooth compliant TV Once
the pairing is established, the pairing information is recorded and kept No further Bluetooth connection messages will appear-
. Bring the Soundbar and the W close together before pairing
• The unit will play the W's audio when it is setto SoundConnect mode and paired with the P,!
• If you change to another mode, other than W mode, or turn off the Soundbar you will hear audio from the W's speakers again
Connecting the Soundbar to a Bluetooth Compatible Samsung TV
@Connect
I Turn on the Samsung IV and Soundbar
2 Set Add New Device inthe TV'sSoundConnect Settingmenu to On
• Depending on yourTV}the TV'sSettingmenu may have a SoundShare menu iteminsteadofa SoundConnect menu item
3 Pressthe (F°)button to change the mode of the Soundbar toTV A message asking whether to proceed with Bluetooth
pairingand "[Samsung] Soundbar" appears on the TV screen
4_ Select <Yes> on the TV screen_ The TV pairs with the Soundbar_
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lk .nctions
• Once the pairing is established, when you change the Soundbar to the TV mode from other input modes, it
wilJ automatica Jyconnect to the TV_
• The Soundbar will piay the TV's audio when it isconnected to the TV_
• Changing the Soundbar from TV mode to any other mode wil cance the SoundConnect connection_
• If you want to cance the existing pairing of the Soundbar to a TV and pair your Soundbar to a different TV:
o Pressthe PLAY/PAUSE button on the Soundbar for 5 seconds in the TV input mode to cance the existing
pairing_ You can now pair it to a different TV_
• In the SoundConnect mode, you can contro the voume and mute using either the TV remote or the Soundbar
remote_
TV SoundConnect operation range
recommended pairing range: within 20 inches (within S0cm)
recommended operation range: within 1625 fL (5m)
ff the distance between the Soundbar and Samsung TV is over i 625 ft. (Sin), the connection or the
sound can be cut off. ff this occurs, connect to the Samsung TV again within the operational range_
Make sure the Samsung TV's SoundConnect mode is on before you use this function_
The PLAY, NEro PREV, STOP buttons will not work in the SoundConnect mode_
Bluetooth Power On function
o The Soundbar will be powered on automatica y when you turn the TV on if you connected the TV and
Soundbar with the SoundConnect function_
o You can togge this function On/Off by pressing and ho ding the SOURCEbutton on the Soundbar
remote for more than Sseconds when the Soundbar is powered ofLIf set to Off, the product turns off
automatica ly when the TV turns off, but it does not turn on automatica y_
o This feature is supported by TVs re eased beginning in 2013_
'_' The SoundConnect feature is supported by select models released from 2012 on_ Check whether your TV
supports SoundConnect (SoundShare) before you begin_ (For more information, refer to the user's guide of your
TV,)
USB
!_ Connect a USB device to the USB port on the side of the unit_
2_Pressthe (1=o)button on the front panel of the Soundbar repeatedly until USB appears_
S_USB appears on the display screen and then disappears_
• The Wireless Audio oSoundbar connection is compiete_
Before you connect a USB device
Beaware of the foiJowing:
• If the file name of a folder on a USB device exceeds i 0 characters,
it is not shown on the Soundbar's display.
• This product may not be compatible with certain types of USB
storage media_
• The Soundbar supports the FAT16 and FAT32 file systems_
o The NTFSfile system is not supported_
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• Connect USB devices directly to the USB port of the product_ Othepcvise, you may encounter a
USB compatibi!ity prob!em_
• Do not connect multipte storage devices to the product via a multi-card reader_ It may not
operate properly,
• Digita! camera PTPprotocols are not suppo_ted_
• Do not remove the USB device whi!e it is being read_
• DRM°protected music fi!es (MP3, WMA) from a commerciai web site will not be ptayed_
• External HDDs are not supported_
• Mobi!e phone devices are not suppo_Sed_
• Fi!e Format Fype Compatibiiity iist:
Format
*.mp3
*.wma
*.aac
*.WAY
*.Ogg
*.Flac
Codec
MPEG 1Layer2
MPEG 1Layer3
MPEG2 Layer3
Wave_Format_MSAudiol
Wave_Format_MSAudio2
AAC
AACoLC
HE°AAC
OGG 1.!.0
FLAC1.! .0, FLAC! 2.!
•_Suppo_ting Sampting Rate above 16KHz
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
During playback, press the _,lll button_
.Pressthe _,H button to pause the file
Pressthe _H button again to play the file
. To stop playback, pressthe Stop (m) button during playback
Skip Forward/Back
During playback, press the I_,_q button_
. When there is more than one file on a USBdevice and you pressthe
_l button, the next file is selected
. When there is more than one file on a USBdevice and you pressthe
I_ button, the previous file is selected
Using the REPEATfunction
Repeat pbyback allows you to repeatedly pby a file, repeat all files,
randomly play files, or turn Repeat off
Pressthe REPEATbutton
.REPEAT OFF : Cance!s Repeat Playback_
.REPEAT FILE: P!ays the same file repeatedly_
.REPEATALL : Play'sal! tracks in order repeated!y_
.REPEAT RANDOM : P!ays tracks in random order_ (A track that has
aiready been ptayed may' be ptayed again_)
'_ You can set the REPEATfunction while playing back music
flom a USE}drive
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nc ionsMuting the sound
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!_ To mute the sound of this unit, press the MUTE button on the remote control
Z To mute the TV, press the W MUTE (_) button on the remote control_
3_PressMUTE /W MUTE ( _ ) on the remote controi again (or press VOLUME
+/-) to restore the sound_
Using the SURROUND SOUND function
The Surround Sound feature adds depth and spaciousness to the sounG
PressSum Sound on the remote contro _
• Each time the button is pressed, the se ection changes as foiJows :
SURROUND SOUND AUTO "_ SURROUND SOUND ON "_ SURROUND
SOUND OFF
'_ When you turn on Surround Sound, the Smart Volume and Sound
Effect functions automatica y change to OFF,
Using the SMART VOLUME function
This will regu ate and stabilize the voume eve against a drastic voume
change caused by a channe change or scene transition_
PressSMART VOLUME on the remote contro _
• Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows :
SMART VOLUME ON "_ SMART VOLUME OFF
"> hen you turn on Smart Volume, the Surround Sound and Sound
Effect function automatica y change to OFR
Using the SOUND EFFECTfunction
You can seect from 5 different sound modes oMUSIC, VOICE, SPORTS,
CINEMA, and STANDARD odepending on the type of sources you want to enjoy_
PressSOUND EFFECTon the remote controt
• Seect the STANDARD mode if you want to enjoy the origina sound_
'_ VVerecommend that you select a Sound Effect based on the source
materia and your persona taste_
'_ When you choose a Sound Effect mode (except STANDARD), the
Surround Sound and Smart Voume functions are automatica y set to
OFF,
Using the SiW LEVELfunction
You can control the base (subwoofer) voume with the SiW Leve button on the
remote contro _
!_ Press the S/W LEVEL button on the remote control_
2__SW 0_ appears on the dispby_
3_Press<:or > button on the LEVELkey if you want to increase or decrease the
subwoofer vo ume_ You can set it from SW o6to SW ÷6_
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