Samsung HWF355ZA, HW-F355 User Manual

HW-F350
HW-F355

Crystal Surround Air Track

(Active Speaker System)

user manual

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features

2.0 Channel

2.0 Channel

SoundShare

SoundShare produces TV sound on your SAT via a Bluetooth connection and controls the sound.

3D SOUND PLUS

The 3D SOUND PLUS feature adds depth and spaciousness to your listening experience.

Special Sound mode

You can select from 7 different sound modes - MUSIC, NEWS, DRAMA, CINEMA, SPORTS, GAME, and OFF (Original Sound) ­depending on the type of content you want to enjoy.

Multi-function Remote Control

The supplied remote control can be used to control the TV connected to this unit. (Works only for Samsung TVs)

The remote control has a TV 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 in a single slim unit.
This unit does not require any satellite loudspeakers or speaker cabling, which are normally associated with conventional surround

sound systems.

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 Air Track's USB HOST function.

Bluetooth Function

You can use connect a Bluetooth device to the SAT and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all without wires!

LICENSE

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents
issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS 2.0 Channel is a

trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

- To send inquiries and requests regarding open sources, contact Samsung via Email ([e-mail]).

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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.

REFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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The lighting flash and Arrowhead within the
triangle are warning signs alerting you to
dangerous voltage Inside the product

WARNING

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

• To prevent injury, 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 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.

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 U.S.A):

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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.

If 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 antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit than the radio or TV.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution : FCC regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within the triangle is a
warning sign alerting you to important
instructions accompanying the product.

Important Safety Instructions

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for
future reference.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these Instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's 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 grounding prong.
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) 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 injury 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. Servicing 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 objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

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PRECAUTIONS

3.9 inch 3.9 inch

2.7 inch

3.9 inch

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 (3~4 inch­es). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not place the
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.

unit

on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot. This

During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the
wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

Phones

Protect the product from moisture (vases, coffee cups, etc.), and excess
heat (fireplaces, heaters, etc.) 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
peratures. If transporting the

product

unit

has been stored in cold tem-

during the winter, wait approxi

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.

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contents

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FEATURES

2

SAFETY INFORMATION

3

GETTING STARTED

6

DESCRIPTIONS

7

REMOTE CONTROL

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2 Features
2 License

3 Safety warnings
4 Precautions

6 Before reading the user’s manual
6 What’s included

7 Front Panel
8 Rear Panel
8 Installing the ferrite core on the Subwoofer

speaker cable

9 Tour of the remote control

CONNECTIONS

11

FUNCTIONS

13

TROUBLESHOOTING

21

APPENDIX

22

11 Installing the wall mount
12 Connecting an external device using Audio

(Analog) cable or Optical (Digital) cable

13 Input mode
13 Bluetooth (HW-F355 model only)
15 SoundShare (HW-F355 model only)
16 USB
17 Using the remote control
20 Software upgrade

21 Troubleshooting

22 Specifications

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getting started

BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL

Note the following terms before reading the user manual.

Icons used in this manual

Icon Term Definition

Caution

Note

Indicates a situation where a function does not operate or settings may be
canceled.

Indicates tips or instructions on the page that help you operate a function.

Safety Instructions and Troubleshooting

1) Be sure to familiarize yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this product. (See page 3)

2) If a problem occurs, check Troubleshooting. (See page 21)

Copyright

©2013 Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

All rights reserved; no part or whole of this user’s manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior
written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Check for the supplied accessories shown below.

POWER

TV POWER

AUXUSB TV SOURCE

OPTICAL

AUTO POWER

DIMMERREPEAT

TV VOL TV CH AUDIO SYNC

TV EXIT

TV PRE-CH

TV INFOTV MUTE

SMART VOLUMESOUND EFFECT

VOL

S/W

S/W

MUTE

LEVEL

LEVEL

VOL

3D SOUND

DRC

PLUS

AH59-02548A

(Holder-screw:2EA)

(Screw:2EA)

Remote Control /

Batteries (AAA size)

(F350: AH59-02548A

F355: AH59-02532A/

4301-000116)

Power Cord

(3903-000598)

▪ The appearance of the accessories may differ slightly from the illustrations above.
▪ Use the dedicated USB cable to connect external USB devices to the unit.

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User Manual

(AH68-02614A)

Adapter

(BN44-00639A)

Bracket-Wall Mount

(AH61-03627A)

Audio Cable

(AH39-01077A)

Screw

(AH61-03342A/

6001-001961)

Toroidal Ferrite Core

(3301-001068)

USB Cable

(AH39-01178A)

USB converter

(AH59-02572A)

descriptions

FRONT PANEL

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1 2 3

● DEscription

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POWER BUTTON

FUNCTION
BUTTON

VOLUME +/-

DISPLAY

▪ When you turn on this unit, there will be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound.

Turns the Crystal Surround Air Track on and off.

Selects the D.IN, AUX, BT, TV, USB input.

(

- While the unit is powered, pressing the

3 seconds sets the button to act as MUTE button.
To cancel MUTE button setup, press
seconds again.

Controls the volume level.

Displays the current mode.

) button for more than

(

) button for more than 3

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descriptions

AUX IN

AUX IN

REAR PANEL

SUBWOOFER
CONNECTOR
TERMINAL

POWER SUPPLY
IN

USB PORT

Connects the connector jack of the Subwoofer.

Connect the AC power adaptor jack to the power supply in jack, and
then connect the AC power adaptor plug to a wall outlet.

Connect USB devices such as MP3 players here to the play files on
the devices.

- Use the supplied USB converter if you have installed the product

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2

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OPTICAL INAUX IN

on a wall.

OPTICAL IN

AUX IN

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Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device.

Connect to the Analog output of an external device.

▪ When disconnecting the power cable of the AC power adaptor from the 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.

INSTALLING THE FERRITE CORE ON THE SUBWOOFER SPEAKER CABLE

Lift up to release the lock

and open the core.

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Place the Subwoofer
speaker cable on the

opened core.

Close the lock.