Samsung HW-H355 Operating Instructions

HW-H355

Wireless Audio - Soundbar

(Active Speaker System)

user manual

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features

SoundConnect

SoundConnect lets you play TV audio from a Bluetooth compliant Samsung TV on your Wireless Audio - Soundbar via a
Bluetooth connection, and control 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 5 different sound modes - MUSIC, VOICE, SPORTS, CINEMA, and STANDARD - depending on the
type of content you want to enjoy.

Multi-function Remote Control

You can use the remote control supplied with your Soundbar 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

USB Host support

You can connect and play music files from external USB storage devices such as MP3 players,
USB thumb drives, etc. using the Soundbar's USB HOST function.

sound systems.

Bluetooth Function

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

LICENSE

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.

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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.

This symbol indicates “dangerous

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

voltage” inside the product that presents
a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

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instructions accompanying the product.

ENG

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PRECAUTIONS

99.1mm

3.9 inch

68.6mm

2.7 inch

99.1mm

3.9 inch 3.9 inch

99.1mm

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, 7~10 cm). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not place the
equipment which may become hot. This

unit

is designed for continuous use. To fully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC plug

unit

on amplifiers or other

from the wall outlet. Unplug the unit if you intend to leave it unused for a long period of time.

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

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
This could lead to overheating and cause the unit to malfunction.

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
temperatures. If transporting the

product

has been stored in cold

unit

during the winter, wait approxi­mately 2 hours until the unit has reached room temperature before
using.

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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 replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

contents

ENG

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
15 SoundConnect
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

©2014 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

AUX USB 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

Remote Control /

Batteries (AAA size)

User Manual Bracket-Wall Mount Screw USB Cable

(Wall Mount L: 1EA)

(Wall Mount R: 1EA)

(Holder-screw:2EA)

(Screw:2EA)

Power Cord Adapter Audio Cable Toroidal Ferrite Core Wall Mount Guide

 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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descriptions

FRONT PANEL

1 2 3

ENG

● DESCRIPTIONS

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POWER BUTTON

1

FUNCTION

2

BUTTON

VOLUME +/-

3

DISPLAY

4

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

sound.

Turns the Wireless Audio - Soundbar on and off.

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

- While the Soundbar is on, pressing the
than 3 seconds sets the button to act as MUTE button.
To cancel MUTE button setup, press
than 3 seconds again.

Controls the volume level.

Displays the current mode.

(

) button for more

(

) button for more

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