Samsung HW-H551/ZA-ZZ01, HW-H550/ZA-ZZ01, HW-H500/ZA-ZZ01 Owner’s Manual

WireHessAudio

Soundbar

(Active

Speaker System)

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SoundConnect %undConnect lets you playTV audio from a Biuetooth compliant Samsung TV on your Wireless Audio ° Soundbar 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 is aso equipped with the ARC function which ets you isten to sound from your TV via an HDMI cabe through the Wire ess Audio ° Soundbar_ This function is ony availab e if you connect the unit to an ARC comp iant %L

Sur_und Sound

The Surround Sound feature adds depth and spaciousness to your listening experience_

WirelessSubwoofer

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

SpecialSoundmode

You can seed from 5 different sound modes ° MUSIC, VOICE, SPORTS,CINEMA, and STANDARD ° depending on the type of content you want to enioy_

Muttiofunction RemoteControl

You can use the remote contro supp ied 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 quaiity in a singie, siim unit

This unit does not require any sate lite oudspeakers or speaker cab ing, which are norma y required by conventiona surround sound system£

USBHost support You canconnect and pay musicfiles from extema USBstorage devicessuchasMP3 payers,

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, aii without wires!

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SAFETYWARNINGS

TO REDUCETHERmSKOFELECTRmCSHOCK_DO NOTREMOVETHE COVER(ORBACK), NO USER_SERVICEABLEPARTSAREINSIDE,REFERSERVICUNGTO

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

• This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity_ 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 US_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_

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 antenna_

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver_

• Connect the equipment to an outlet that is on adifferent circuit than the radio or %/:

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radioFV technician for help_

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

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRtCSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE

COVER (OR BACK)_ NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTStNSDE_

REFERSER\qONG TO QUAUFtED 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 befo£e using the unit Follow all the safety instructions listed below_ Keep

ese operating instructions handy for future reterence_

1) Read these instructions_ 10) Protect the power cord from being walked

2) Keep thesetnstructions_

3) Heed all waming£

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 manufactureCs 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

obsolete outlet

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 isused, 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 Sewicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,

apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped_

PRECAUTIONS

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the power requirements listed on the identification sticker !ocated on the back of your producL Install your product horizonta!ly, 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 covere& Do not place the unit on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hoL This unit is designed for continuous use_ To fu!ly turn off the unit, disconnect the AC plug from the wa!! outlet_ Unplug the unit if you intend to leave it unused for a !ong period of time_

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

Protect the product from moisture (Le, 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, "four 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 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 environmen[ 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 isincorrectly replace& Replace only with the same or equivalent type,

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REMOTE CONTROL

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3 Safety warnings

4 Precautions

6 Before reading the User's Manuat 6 What's inctuded

Front Pane!

Rear Pane!

9 four of the Remote Controt

10 Installing the Wal! Mount 12 Connecting the Wire!ess Subwoofer 13 Connecting an extemai device using

HDMI cable

14 Connecting an external device using Audio

(Analog) cable or Optical (Digital) cable

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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'SMANUAL

Note the following terms before reading the user manual

_cons used in this manual

caution

Note

Hndicatesa situation where a function does not operate or settings may be cancelled

hdicates tips or instructions on the page that help you operate a

function

Safety instructions and Troubleshooting

i) Be sure to fami%rize yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this product (See

page 3)

2) If a problem occurs, check Troubleshooting (See page 23)

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

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Use the dedicated USB cable to connect externat USB de_ices to t, _eunit_

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descriptions

FRONT PANEL

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1_ POWER BUTTON Turns the Wire!ess Audio oSoundbar on and off_

Se!ects the DJN, AUX, HDMI, BT,TV, USB input.,

FUNCTION BUTTON

{3_ VOLUME +/-

/ REMOTE CONTROL The remote control can operate Soundbars made by

J SENSOR SAMSiJNG only_

._-5] DISPLAY

When you turn on this unit, there wiil be a 4 to 5 second de!ay before it produces sound_

If you want to enioy the sound on!y from the Wireless Audio ,oSoundbar, 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

oWhi!e the Soundbar is on, pressing the (F.) button for more

than 3 seconds sets the button to act as a MUTE button_ To cancel the MUTE button setup, press the (F.) button for

more than 3 seconds again_

ControB the volume ieveL

The numeric value of the volume level appears in the front panel

Disptays the current mode_ o!f there is no input from the product or remote controt for 15

seconds, the disptay wiil turn off automaticaHy_

oThe disp!ay wili not turn off automatica!iy in the BT READ%

SEARCH, TV REQUEST,or USB PLAYING mode£

descriptions

REAR PANEL

POWER SU

_-} 2, Connectthe AC poweradaptor's minioplugto PowerSupply6nonthe unit

2] USB POR]

3 AUX JN Connect to the Analog of externah device_

HDM_JNJACK

_4_ source using an HDN,1Bcabhe,

5 OPTICAL JN Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device_

b_° HDM_ OUT JACK

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 this unit or _'ot, _er components to an AC out!et until ail connections

between components are comptete_

PPL¥

1_Connect the AC adaptor's power cord to the AC power supphy_

3_Connect the AC adapter's power cord to a wall outlet_ Connect USB devices such as MP3 phayers here to the phayfihes on the

devices_

- Use the supphied USB cabhe if you have installed the product on a wall,

output an

hputs digitah video and audio signahs simukaneoushy from an externah

Outputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable_

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