Samsung HT-J5100 User Manual

User manual

5.1CH Blu-ray™ Home Entertainment System

HT-J5100K HT-J5150HK

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Safety Information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO

~The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back

or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of this apparatus, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.

- Do not place this apparatus in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation is provided.

- Do not place this apparatus near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.

- Do not place vessels (vases etc.) containing water on this apparatus. A water spill can cause a fire or electric shock.

~Do not expose this apparatus to rain or place it near

water (near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.). If this apparatus accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact an authorized dealer immediately.

~This apparatus uses batteries. In your community,

there might be environmental regulations that require you to dispose of these batteries properly. Please contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling information.

~Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or

adaptors beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric shock.

~Route power-supply cords so that they are not likely to

be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at the plug end, at wall outlets, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

~To protect this apparatus from a lightning storm, or

when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power line surges.

~Before connecting the AC power cord to the DC

adaptor outlet, make sure the voltage designation of the DC adaptor corresponds to the local electrical supply.

~Never insert anything metallic into the open parts

of this apparatus. Doing so may create a danger of electric shock.

QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

~To avoid electric shock, never touch the inside of this

apparatus. Only a qualified technician should open this apparatus.

~Make sure to plug the power cord in until it is firmly

seated. When unplugging the power cord from a wall outlet, always pull on the power cord's plug. Never unplug by pulling on the power cord. Do not touch the power cord with wet hands.

~If this apparatus does not operate normally - in

particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service centre.

~Maintenance of Cabinet.

~Be sure to pull the power plug out of the outlet if the

product is to remain unused or if you are leaving the house for an extended period of time (especially when children, elderly, or disabled people will be left alone in the house).

~Contact an authorized service centre for information

if you intend to install your product in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, chemical substances, or where it will operate 24 hours a day such as in an airport, a train station, etc. Failing to do so may lead to serious damage of your product.

~Use only a properly grounded plug and wall outlet.

~To turn this apparatus off completely, you must

disconnect it from the wall outlet. Consequently, the wall outlet and power plug must be readily accessible at all times.

This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product.

This symbol indicates that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product.

- Before connecting other components to this product, be sure to turn them off.

- If you move your product suddenly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may occur on the operating parts and lens and cause abnormal disc playback. If this occurs, unplug the product, wait for two hours, and then connect the plug to the power outlet. Then, insert the disc, and try to play back again.

- Accumulated dust can cause an electric shock, an electric leakage, or a fire by causing the power cord to generate sparks and heat or the insulation to deteriorate.

- An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage. (Class l Equipment only.)

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~Do not allow children to hang on the product. ~Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a location safely

out of the reach of children.

~Do not install the product in an unstable location such

as a shaky self, a slanted floor, or a location exposed to vibration.

~Do not drop or strike the product. If the product is

damaged, disconnect the power cord and contact a service centre.

~To clean this apparatus, unplug the power cord from

the wall outlet and wipe the product using a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air fresheners, lubricants, or detergent. These chemicals can damage the appearance of the product or erase the printing on the product.

~Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing.

Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases on the apparatus.

~Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. ~Do not plug multiple electric devices into the same wall

socket. Overloading a socket can cause it to overheat, resulting in a fire.

~There is danger of an explosion if you replace the

batteries used in the remote with the wrong type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

WARNING :

~TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF FIRE,

KEEP CANDLES AND OTHER ITEMS WITH OPEN FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES.

~To reduce the risk of fire or electric

shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION :

~INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND

INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LÁSER CLASE 1

Safety Information

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Contents

GETTING STARTED

5 Accessories

5 Speaker Components

6 Front Panel

6 Rear Panel

7 Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

8 Connecting the Speakers

11 Connecting to a TV and External Devices

SETTINGS

12 The Initial Settings Procedure

12 The Home Screen at a Glance

13 Accessing the Settings Screen

13 Settings Menu Functions

16 Radio Setup

17 Upgrading Software

PLAYING CONTENT

18 Switching the Source Device

18 Playing Commercial Discs

18 Playing a Disc with User Recorded Content

19 Playing Files on a USB Device

20 Controlling Video Playback

22 Playing a Pre-Recorded Commercial Audio Disc

22 Controlling Music Playback

24 Playing Photo Content

24 Using Karaoke

25 Using the Special Effects Remote Control

Buttons

APPENDIX

26 Additional Information

27 Disk and Format Compatibility

32 Troubleshooting

35 Specifications

37 Licences

Figures and illustrations in this User Manual

are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.

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Getting Started

Check the box for the accessories and speaker components listed or shown below.

Accessories

~ Remote Control ~ Batteries (AAA size)

Power Cable FM Antenna HDMI Cable

Speaker Components

HT-J5100K

Front x 2 Surround x 2 Centre Subwoofer

~ User Manual

Getting Started

HT-J5150HK

Stand Driver

Front x 4 Stand Base x 4 Stand Nut x 4 Centre Subwoofer

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Getting Started

5V 0.5A

MIC 2MIC 1

SURROUND

Front Panel

DISPLAY ICONS

STOP

VOLUME CONTROL

DISPLAY

MIC JACK

PLAY/PAUSE

POWER

USB REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

FUNCTION

OPEN/ CLOSE

DISC TRAY

✎

When the product is on, do not let children touch the product's surface. It will be hot.

✎

To upgrade the product's software through the USB jack, you must use a USB flash drive.

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When the product displays a Blu-ray Disc menu, you cannot start the movie by pressing the /6 button on the product or the remote. To play the movie, you must select Play Movie or Start in the disc menu, and

then press the E button.

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If you are playing content from a USB device on your TV through the home cinema, you cannot select the BD/DVD mode with the FUNCTION button. To select the BD/DVD mode, stop the content you are playing on the TV, and then select the BD/DVD mode.

✎

Plug the microphone jack before using Karaoke function.

Rear Panel

COOLING FAN

AUX IN

* FM ANTENNA

HDMI OUT

POWER CORD EXTERNAL DIGITAL

* Connecting the FM Antenna

1. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM ANT Jack.

2. Slowly move the antenna wire around until you find a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a

wall or other rigid surface.

✎

Maintain a minimum of 10 cm of clear space on all sides of the home cinema to ensure adequate ventilation. Do not obstruct the cooling fan or ventilation holes.

✎

This product does not receive AM broadcasts.

SPEAKER OUTPUT

CONNECTORS

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AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)

Remote Control

Tour of the Remote Control

Turn the product on and off.

Adjust the volume.

Press numeric buttons to operate

options.

Press to view the disc menu.

Press to skip backwards or forwards.

Press to play a disc or files.

Press to stop a disc or files.

Press to use the karaoke function

(Mic. vol., Echo, Key Cotrol).

Press to move to the Home screen.

Press to use the Tools menu.

Select on-screen menu items

and change menu values.

Return to the previous menu.

These buttons are used both for

menus on the product and also

several Blu-ray Disc functions.

Press to record FM radio

broadcasts.

Press to direct the audio signal to the

home cinema speakers or TV speaker.

(See page 25)

Select the desired DSP/EQ audio

mode.

FUNCTION

VOLUME

DISC MENU TITLE MENU

KARAOKE HOME

TOOLS

RETURN

ABCD

DSP/EQTV SOUND

MUTE

POPUP

REPEAT

INFO

EXIT

TUNER

MO/ST

MEMORY

TUNING

DOWN

Press to select Home Cinema's mode. (BD/DVD, D. IN, AUX, etc.).

To open and close the disc tray.

Cut off the sound temporarily.

Use to enter the Popup menu/ Title menu.

Press to search backwards or forwards. Press to pause playing.

Allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track or disc.

Use to display the playback information when playing a Blu-ray/DVD disc or files.

Press to exit the menu.

Use to set a preset radio frequency.

Select MONO or STEREO for radio broadcasts.

Search for active FM stations and to change channels.

Getting Started

Installing batteries in the Remote Control

✎

Make sure to match the "+" and "–" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

✎

Assuming typical usage, the batteries last for about one year.

✎

The remote control can be used up to approximately 7 meters from the product in a straight line.

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Battery size: AAA

Connections

This section describes various methods of connecting the product to other external components. Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.

Connecting the Speakers

Position of the product

Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the TV stand.

Subwoofer

Front (L)

Surround (L)

Front Speakers

Centre

Place these speakers in front of your listening position, facing inwards (about 45°) toward you. Place the front speakers so that their tweeters will be at the same height as your ear. Align the front face of the front speakers with the front face of the centre speaker or place them slightly in front of the centre speakers.

Front (R)

Surround (R)

Product

Selecting the Listening Position

The listening position should be located about 2.5 to 3 times the TV's screen size away from the TV. For example, if you have a 46 inch screen, locate the listening position 2.92 to 3.50 meters from the screen.

Centre Speaker

Surround Speakers

Subwoofer

* The appearance of your speakers may differ from the illustrations in this manual.

* Each speaker has a coloured label on its back or underside. Each cable has a single coloured band

near its end. Match the band on each cable to the speaker label by colour, and then connect the cable to the speaker. See page 10 for exact instructions.

It is best to install the centre speaker at the same height as the front speakers. You can also install it directly over or under the TV.

Place these speakers to the side of your listening position. If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other. Position them about 60 to 90cm above your ear, facing slightly downward.

* Unlike the front and centre speakers, the surround speakers are used mainly

for sound effects. Sound will not come from them all the time.

The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like.

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Installing the Speakers on the Half Tallboy Stand

* HT-J5150HK only - Front/Surround Speakers

1. Stretch out the speaker cables as shown and arrange it

through the hole of the stand base .

2. When done, use the stand driver to tighten the stand nut as shown.

3. This is the appearance after the speaker is installed. Follow these steps to install another speaker.

4. If you want to adjust the height of the speaker, loosen two screws on the rear of the speaker.

Connections

5. Pull up the speaker in the arrow direction. Fit the

speaker in a height adjusting hole of your choice.

| CAUTION |

Be careful as an excessive force may result in a physical

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damage.

6. Insert two screws clockwise into the hole on the rear of the speaker using a screwdriver as shown and tighten back 2 screws.

7. This is after the height of the speaker is adjusted. You can repeat these steps above at any time if you want to readjust the height.

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Connections

SURROUND

Speaker Cable Connections

In case of HT-J5100K

Front Speaker (L)

Centre Speaker

Surround Speaker (L)

Surround Speaker (R)

Subwoofer

* Refer to page 5 for the speakers of HT-J5150HK.

✎

If you place a speaker near your TV set, the screen colour may be distorted because of the magnetic field.

| CAUTION |

If you want to install the speakers on the wall, fasten screws or nails (not provided) firmly to the wall wherever

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you want to hang a speaker, and then, using the hole in the rear of each speaker, carefully hang each speaker on a screw or nail.

Do not let children play with or near the speakers. They could get hurt if a speaker falls.

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When connecting the speaker wires to the speakers, make sure that the polarity (+/ –) is correct.

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Keep the subwoofer speaker out of reach of children to prevent children from inserting their hands or alien

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substances into the duct (hole) of the subwoofer speaker. Do not hang the subwoofer on the wall by the duct (hole).

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Front Speaker (R)

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Connecting to a TV and External Devices

OPTICAL OUT

AUDIO OUT

HDMI IN (ARC)

SURROUND

Red

White

Method 1 Method 2

External Devices

Connecting to a TV

Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your TV. If the TV supports ARC, you can hear the audio from your TV through the home cinema with only this cable connected. See page 14 in this manual and the section on ARC in your TV's user's manual for details.

Connecting to External Devices

Two methods of connecting external devices to your home cinema are explained below.

Method 1 AUX IN : Connecting an External Analogue Component

Using an RCA audio cable (not supplied), connect the AUDIO In jack on the product to the AUDIO Out jack on the external analogue component.  Select the AUX mode.

~ Be sure to match the colours on the cable plugs to the colours on the input and output jacks.

Method 2 OPTICAL : Connecting an External Digital Audio Component

Use to connect the digital audio output of digital signal components such as Cable Boxes and Satellite Receivers (Set-Top-Boxes) to the home cinema. Using a digital optical cable (not supplied), connect the Optical Digital Audio In jack on the product to the Digital Optical Out jack of the external digital device using a digital optical cable.  Select the D. IN mode.

✎

To see video from your Cable Box/Satellite receiver, you must connect its video output directly to your TV.

✎

This system supports Digital sampling frequencies of 32 kHz or higher from external digital components.

✎

This system supports only DTS and Dolby Digital audio. MPEG audio, a bitstream format, is not supported.

Connections

Selecting an External Device to Use

To select an external device after you have connected it, press the FUNCTION button. Each time you press the button, the mode changes in this order : BD/DVD  D. IN  AUX  FM

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Settings

The Initial Settings Procedure

~The Home menu will not appear if you do not

configure the initial settings.

~The OSD (On Screen Display) may change in

this product after you upgrade the software version.

~The access steps may differ depending on the

menu you selected.

1. Turn on your TV after connecting the product, and then turn on the product. When you turn on the product for the first time, the product automatically displays the Setup Language screen.

2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the desired language, and then press the E button.

3. The TV Aspect Ratio screen appears. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select a TV aspect ratio, and then press the E button. You have four choices: 16:9 Original - For widescreen TVs. Displays widescreen pictures in their original 16:9 format and 4:3 pictures (the old, standard format) in 4:3 pillar box format with black bars on the left and right. 16:9 Full - For widescreen TVs. Displays widescreen pictures in their original 16:9 format and expands 4:3 pictures to fill the 16:9 screen. 4:3 Letter Box - For older, standard screen, analogue TVs. Displays 4:3 pictures in full screen and 16:9 pictures in letter box format that retains the 16:9 aspect ratio but puts black bars above and below the picture. 4:3 Pan-Scan - For older, standard screen, analogue TVs. Displays 4:3 pictures in full screen and 16:9 pictures in Pan-Scan format that fills the screen, but cuts off the left and right sides of the picture and enlarges the middle vertically.

4. The "Initial settings completed." screen appears, and then the Home screen appears.

✎

If you want to display the Setup screen again and make changes, select the Reset option. (See page 16)

✎

If you use an HDMI cable to connect the product to an Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)-compliant Samsung TV and 1.) You have set the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) feature to On in both the TV and the product and

2.) You have set the TV to a language supported by the product, the product will select that language as the preferred language automatically.

The Home Screen at a Glance

PLAY DISC

No Disc

Change

Function

Device

PHOTOS VIDEOS MUSIC

Settings

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PLAY DISC

The disc currently in the tray is displayed. Press E to start playing the disc.

PHOTOS/VIDEOS/MUSIC

Play photos, videos, or music content from a Disc or a USB device.

Change Device

Displays a list of external devices connected to the main unit. Switch to the desired device.

Function

Use for switching to an external device or to the radio. You can use the remote control’s

FUNCTION button and the main unit’s button

for mode switching.

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