Samsung HW-K360 User manual

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User manual
HW-K360
Wireless Subwoofer
(PS-WK360)

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FEATURES
GETTING STARTED
Samsung Remote App
Hold the control of your Soundbar in the palm of your
hand with an Android smart device and the Samsung
Audio Remote app. This convenient app lets you control
all the Soundbar's basic functions such as power,
volume, and the media controls, and lets you control
customizable functions such as the equalizer.
Surround Sound Expansion
The Surround Sound Expansion feature adds depth and
spaciousness to your listening experience.
TV SoundConnect
Listen to TV audio through the Soundbar by connecting
your TV and the Soundbar via Bluetooth with
TV SoundConnect. Easy connectivity and the absence of
trailing wires between the Soundbar and TV allows you
to showcase the slim and sleek design of both systems,
while maintaining a clean look in your living environment.
Easily control the Soundbar and TV from a single TV
remote.
USB Host Support
You can connect and play music files from external USB
storage devices such as MP3 players, USB flash
memory, etc. using the Soundbar's USB HOST function.
Bluetooth Function
You can connect a Bluetooth device to the Soundbar
and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all
without wires!
LICENSES
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com.
Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are
registered trademarks, and DTS 2.0 Channel is a
trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

ENG
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY WARNINGS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage”
inside the product that presents a risk of electric
shock or personal injury.
This symbol indicates important instructions
accompanying the product.
Class II product : This symbol indicates that it does not require a safety connection to electrical
earth (ground).
AC voltage : This symbol indicates that the rated voltage marked with the symbol is AC voltage.
DC voltage : This symbol indicates that the rated voltage marked with the symbol is DC voltage.
Caution, Consult Instructions for use : This symbol instructs the user to consult the user manual for
further safety related information.
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
• This apparatus shall always be connected to a AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.
• To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the
mains plug shall be readily operable.
CAUTION
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. 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.

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WARNING: DO NOT INGEST BATTERY. CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD. The remote control supplied
withthis product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can
cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away
from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it
away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek
immediate medical attention.
PRECAUTIONS
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. Install your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space
around it for ventilation (7~10 cm). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. 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 wall outlet. Unplug the unit if you intend to leave it unused for a long period of time.
99.1mm 99.1mm
68.6
mm
99.1mm
During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the
wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage
the unit.
Protect the product from moisture (i.e. vases), and
excess heat (e.g. a fireplace) 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. It 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 approximately
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. There is a danger of explosion if
the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type.

ENG
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CONTENTS
2 GETTING STARTED
2 Features
3 Safety Information
6 What’s Included
7 DESCRIPTIONS
7 Front / RIGHT SIDE Panel
8 Bottom Panel
9 Remote Control
12 INSTALLATION
12 Installing the Soundbar
12 Installing the Wall Mount
17 CONNECTIONS
17 Connecting the Subwoofer
18 Connecting the Subwoofer and the
SWA-8000S (Sold Separately)
20 Connecting to a TV
20 Connecting to a TV Using a Digital Optical
Cable
21 TV SoundConnect
23 Connecting to External Devices
23 Optical or Analog Audio Cable
24 USB
26 FUNCTIONS
26 Input Mode
27 Bluetooth
30 Software Update
31 TROUBLESHOOTING
31 Troubleshooting
32 APPENDIX
32 Specifications
● Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are
provided for reference only and may differ from
actual product appearance.
● An administration fee may be charged if either
(a) An engineer is called out at your request and
there is no defect with the product (i.e. where
the user manual has not been read).
(b) You bring the unit to a repair centre and there
is no defect with the product (i.e. where the
user manual has not been read).
● You will be informed of the administration fee
amount before a technician visits.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED
BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL
Note the following terms before reading the user manual.
+Icons used in this manual
Icon Term Definition
Caution
Indicates a situation where a function does not operate or settings may be canceled.
Note
Indicates tips or instructions on the page that help you operate a function.
Check for the supplied accessories shown below.
Remote Control /
Lithium Battery
(3V : CR2032)
Power Cord : 2 EA AC/DC Adapter: 2 EA Optical Cable
Wall Mount Guide Holder-Screw: 2 EA Screw: 2 EA
Bracket-Wall Mount L Bracket-Wall Mount R
●The appearance of the accessories may differ slightly from the illustrations above.
●The Micro USB cable is sold separately. To purchase, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung
Customer Care.

ENG
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DESCRIPTIONS
FRONT / RIGHT SIDE PANEL
1 / (Volume) Button
Controls the volume level.
The numeric value of the volume level appears in the front
panel display.
2 (Source) Button
Selects the D.IN, AUX, BT, TV, or USB input.
●While the unit is powered on, pressing the
(Source) button for more than 3 seconds sets the
button to act as the (Mute) button. To cancel the
(Mute) button setup, press the (Source)
button for more than 3 seconds again.
3 (Power) Button
Turns the power on and off.
2
3
Right Side
Display
Displays the current mode.
1
●When you plug in the AC cord, the power button will begin working in 4 to 6 seconds.
●When you turn on this unit, there will be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound.
●If you want to enjoy sound only from the Soundbar, you must turn off the TV's speakers in the Audio Setup
menu of your TV. Refer to the owner's manual supplied with your TV.
DESCRIPTIONS

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DESCRIPTIONS
BOTTOM PANEL
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
USB (5V 0.5A)
AUX IN
DC 19V
DC 19V
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
(OPTICAL)
USB (5V 0.5A)
AUX IN
DC 19V
(Power Supply In)
Connect the AC/DC power
adaptor to the power supply
jack, and then connect the
AC/DC power adaptor plug to
a wall outlet.
AUX IN
Connect to the Analog output
of an external device.
LABEL
(Micro USB Port)
Connect a Micro USB to Standard USB
adapter (not supplied) to the Micro USB
port, and then connect a USB device to
the adapter to play music from the USB
device. Refer to the USB Cable
specification on page 24.
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
Connect to the digital (optical) output of an
external device.
●When disconnecting the power cable of the AC/DC power adaptor from a wall outlet, pull the plug.
Do not pull the cable.
●Do not connect this unit or other components to an AC outlet until all connections between components
are complete.
●Make sure to rest the AC/DC Adapters flat on a table or the floor. If you place an AC/DC Adapter so that it
is hanging with the AC cord input facing upwards, water or other foreign substances could enter the
Adapter and cause the Adapter to malfunction.

ENG
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DESCRIPTIONS
REMOTE CONTROL
Repeat
Press to set the Repeat function during music playback from a USB device.
OFF - REPEAT : Cancels Repeat Playback.
TRACK - REPEAT : Plays a track repeatedly.
ALL - REPEAT : Plays all tracks repeatedly.
RANDOM - REPEAT : Plays tracks in random order.
(A track that has already been played may be played again.)
Mute
You can turn the volume down to 0 with the push of a button.
Press again to restore the sound to the previous volume level.
SOURCE
Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar.
Skip Forward
If there is more than one file on the device you are playing, and you press
the ]button, the next file is selected.
Bluetooth POWER
Press the Bluetooth POWER button on the remote to turn the Bluetooth
POWER On function on and off. See pages 22 and 28 for details.
SOUND
Surr.Sound adds depth and spaciousness to the sound. Pressing the
SOUND button repeatedly cycles through the Surr.Sound settings :
ON - SURROUND SOUND,OFF - SURROUND SOUND
SOUND EFFECT
You can select from 6 different sound modes - STANDARD (Original Sound),
MUSIC, CLEAR VOICE, SPORTS, MOVIE, and NIGHT MODE - depending
on the content you want to listen to.
Select the STANDARD mode if you want to enjoy the original sound.
Press and hold the  button for about 5 seconds to turn the Auto Power Link
function on or off.
OFF - POWER LINK, ON - POWER LINK
* Auto Power Link
Synchronizes the Soundbar to a connected Optical source via the Optical jack
so it turns on automatically when you turn on your TV. (See page 20)
• This function is only available in the D.IN mode.
●Soundbar is a Samsung proprietary name.
●Operate the TV using the TV's remote control.

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Volume
Adjusts the volume level of the unit.
Power
Turns the Soundbar on and off.
SOUND CONTROL
Press to select TREBLE, BASS, SUBWOOFER LEVEL, AUDIO SYNC,
REAR
SPEAKER, or REAR LEVEL .
Then, use the
 ,  buttons to adjust the Treble or Bass volume from -6 ~ +6,
SUBWOOFER LEVEL volume from -12, -6 ~ +6.
Press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust
the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2KHz, 2.5KHz,
5KHz and 10KHz are selectable and each can be adjusted to a setting between
-6 and +6.
• To adjust the woofer level using the Samsung Audio Remote mobile app,
press the
[ , ] buttons to decrease or increase the woofer level within 3
seconds of pressing the WOOFER button.
If the Soundbar is connected to a digital TV and the video appears out of sync
with the audio, press the SOUND CONTROL button to select AUDIO SYNC to
sync the audio with the video. Use the
 ,  buttons to set the audio delay
between 0 ms and 300 ms. In USB mode, TV mode, and BT mode, the Audio
Sync function is not available.
To control the volume of the rear speaker sound, select REAR SPEAKER in
Sound Control, and then use the , buttons to toggle the rear volume
between OFF-RS and ON-RS.
To control the volume of the rear level sound, select REAR LEVEL in Sound
Control , and then adjust the volume between RS -6~+6 using the , 
buttons.
• The REAR SPEAKER and the REAR LEVEL mode are only available when
you connect the SWA-8000S (sold separately).
Play / Pause
Press the
p button to pause a file temporarily.
Press the
p button again to play the selected file.
Skip Back
If there is more than one file on the device you are playing, and you press
the
[ button, the previous file is selected.