HWoHM45C
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FEATURES
rd SoundConnect
TV SoundConnect letsyou tisten to audio from ),ourTVon ),our Soundbar via a Btuetooth connection and tets
you controt the sound,
HDMI
HDMt transmits video and audio signals simultaneously, and provides a dearer picture_
The unit isatso equipped with the ARC function which lets you listen to sound from ),our TV through the
Soundbar via an HDMt cable, This function isonty avaitaUe if you connect the unit to an ARCcompliant TV_
3D SOUND
The 3D SOUND feature adds depth and spaciousnessto ),our listening experience,
Wireless Subwoofer
Samsung's wireless module does away with cables running between the main unit and the subwoofer_
Instead, the subwoofer connects to a compact wireless module that communicates with the main unit,
Special Sound Effects
You can select different Sound Effects - MUSIC/ VOICE / SPORTS/ CINEMA / STANDARD(Original Sound) -
depending on the type of content you want to enjoy,
Multi_function Remote Control
You can use the supplied remote controt to controt various operations with the simple pressof a button,
USB Host Support
You can connect and play music rites from externat USBstorage devices such as MP3 players, USBflash
memo,3,, etc, using the Soundbar's USBHOSTfunction,
Btuetooth Function
You can connect a BhJetooth device to the Soundbar and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, att
without wires!
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OIGITAL
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Dolby Laboratories,
2.0Channel
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the Symbol, & DTSand the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS2,0 Channel isa trademark of
DTS,Inc_@DTS,tnc,A1tRights Rese_,ed,
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The terms HDMt and HDMt HigMDefinition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMt Logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMt Licensing LLCin the United States and other countries,
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY WARNINGS
TO REDUCE THE RnSKOF ELECTRtCSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK),
NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTS ARE INSIDE, REFERSERVtONG TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL
The lighting flash and arrowhead within the
RiSKOFELECTRICSHOCKDO
NOTOPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCETHE RISKOF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK),
NO USERSERVICEABLERARTSINSIDE, REFER
SERVICINGTO QUAUFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL,
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of fire or eiectric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture
• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be secureiy attached to the floodwail in accordance with the instaiiation instructions
• This product contains chemicais known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity
CAUTION
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing Do not put objects fiiled with liquids, such asvaseson the apparatus
• Toturn this apparatus off compietely, you must puil the power piug out of the wall socket, Consequentiy, the power piug
must be easiiyand read@accessibieat ail times
This product satisfiesFCCregulations when shieided cablesand connectors are usedto connect the unit to other equipment,
To prevent electromagnetic inter[erence with eiectric appiiances, such asradios and teievisions, use shieided cabies and
connectors for connections
FCCNOTE(for USA):
This equipment has been tested and found to compiy with the iimits for a CiassBdigitai device, pursuant to Pad: 15 of the FCC
Ruies These iimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfui intederence in a residentiai instailation,
This equipment generates, usesand can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not instailed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmfui interference to radio communications NoweveB there is no guarantee that intederence wiil
not occur in a pa_ticuiar installation
If this equipment does cause harmfui inter[erence 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 intederence byone or more of the foilowing measures:
• Reorient or reiocate the receiving antenna,
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment to an outiet that is on a different circuit than the radio orTv'
•Consuit the deaier or an experienced radio/TV technician for heip
Caution : FCCreguiations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's
authority to operate it.
Important Safety Instructions
Readthese operating instructions carefuily before using the unit, Foilow
operating instructions handy for future reference
1) Read these instructions. 10)
2) Keep these Instructions
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions. 11)
5) Do not use this apparatus near water
6) Clean only with dry cloth. 12)
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. 13)
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
groundingrtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two 14)
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.
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triangle indicates that there is dangerous
voltage Inside the product,
The explanation point within the triangle
indicates that there are important instructions
accompanying the product,
all the safety instructions iisted beiow Keep these
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachment!accessories specified
by the manufacturer
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
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as 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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Ensurethat the AC power supply in your house complies with the power requirements listed on the
identification sticker located on the back of your product Installyour product horizontally, on asuitable 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 on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot, This unit is designed
for continuous use_Tofully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC plug from the watt outtet, Unplug the unit if
you intend to leave it unused for a tong period of time,
During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from
the watt outtet, Voltage peaksdue to lightning could
damage the unit,
Protect the product from moisture (Le_vases),and
excessheat (e_g, a fireplace) or equipment creating
strong magnetic or electdc field£ Disconnect the
power cable from the AC supply if the unit
matfunction£ 'four product is not intended for
industrial use, tt isfor personal use onty,
Condensation may occur if your product has been
stored in cold temperatures, tf transpoRing the unit
during the winter, wait approximately 2 hours until
the unit has reached room temperature before using,
product and keep it away from children, tf you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside
any par of the body, seek immediate medical attention,
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other
heat sources,This could tead to overheating and
causethe unit to malfunction,
The batteries used with this product contain
chemicals that are harmful to the environment Do
not dispose of batteries in the genera1household
trash, Do not dispose of batteries in a fire, Do not
shoR circuit, disassemble, or overheat the batteries,
Danger of explosion if batters, is incorrectly replaced,
Replaceonty with the same or equivalent type,
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CONTENTS
2 Licenses
3 SAFETY INFORMATION
3 Safety Warnings
4 Precautions
6 GETTING STARTED
6 Before reading the User's Manual
6 What's hduded
7 Top/Front Panel
8 Rear Panel
9 REMOTE CONTROL
9 Remote Control Buttons and Functions
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hstalling the Wall Mount
i2
Detaching the Wall Mount
i2
hstalling the bracket without referring
to the Wall mount Bnstallation Guide
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Connecting the Wireless Subwoofer
i5
Connecting an External Device using an
HDMB cable
i6
Connecting an External Device using
Audio (analog) cable or Optical (digital)
cable
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i7 Input mode
i7 ARC (HDMIOUT)
i8 Bluetooth
20 TV SoundConnect
2i USB
22 Software Update
23 TROUBLESHOOTING
24 APPENDIX
24 Specifications
Figures and i!tustrations in this User Manua! are t
provided for reference on!y and may differ from
actual product appearance_
[ GEf_NGS_}&R_ED
GETTING STARTED
BEFORE READING THE USER'S MANUAL
Note the following terms before reading the user manual,
Icons used in this manual
Safety Instructions and Troubleshooting
t ) Besure to familiarize yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this product, (Seepage 3)
2) tfa problem occurs, check Troubleshooting, (Seepage 23)
Copyright
@20t 4 Samsung Electronics Co,,Ltd,
Alt rights reserved; no part of this useCsmanual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written
permission of Samsung Electronics Co,,Ltd,
WHAT'S _NCLuDED
Check for the supplied accessoriesshown below,
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(Wall Mount L: 1EA)
Remote Control / Lithium UserManual /
Batterj (3V : CR2032) Quick Guide Bracket-Walt Mount Watt Mount Guide
(AH59-02631A / (AH68-02720B)/ R:AH61-03834A)
4301-001042) (AH68-02707Q)
(Holder-screw1:2EA)
(Holder-screw2: 2EA)
Holder-screw
(AH61-03342A/ (3903-000598) (BN44-00722A) (BN39-01286A)
6001-001961 )
USBCable
(AH39-01270A) (Only HW-HM45C) (Only HW-HM45C)
o The appearance of the accessoriesmay differ slightly from the illustrations above,
Usethe dedicated USBcable to connect external USBdevicesto the unit,
Power Cord DC Adapter AUX Cable
HDMBCable Optical Cable
(BN39-01583A) (AH39-00925B)
(WallMount R:1EA)
(L :AH61-03833A / AH63-03710A
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DESCRIPTIONS
TOP/FRONT PANEL
_ (Power) Button
Turnsthepoweron andoff,
Displaysthe current mode,
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Di!u+ E Oi_;S
VOL -/+
Controls the volume level,
The numeric value of the vohJme level
appears in the front panel display,
F, (Function) Button
Selectsthe DiN, AUX, HDMt, BT,TV,
USBinput,
+ While the unit is powered on,
pressing the ( F, ) button for more
than 3 seconds sets the button to
act as MUTE button, To cancel
MUTE button setup, pressthe ( E )
button for more than 3 seconds
again,
+ Depending on its manufacturing specifications, the ( F', ) button may be changed into the (_ )
button which functionally works just the same,
When you turn on this unit, there wit1be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound,
tf you want to enjoy the sound only from the Soundbar, you must turn off the TV's speakers in the
Audio Setup menu of your TV, Referto the owner's manuat supp%d with your TV,
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REAR PANEL
HDMI iN I
Inputs digital video and audio
signats simultaneously using an
HDMt cable, Usewhen
connecting a supported
externat device,
AUX iN
Connect to the Anatog output
of an externat device,
(usBPort)
Connect USBdevicessuch as
MP3 players here to playfiles
on the devices,
DC 24V (Power Supply in)
Connect the DCpower adaptor
to the power supply jack, and
then connect the AC power
adaptor phJgto a watt outtet,
Connect to the digital (optic@
output of an external device,
--4 HDMI OUT (TV)
Outputs digitat video and audio
signats simultaneously using an
HDMt cable,
When disconnecting the power cable of the AC power adaptor from the watt outtet, pult the plug,
Do not pult the cabte,
o Do not connect this unit or other components to an AC outlet until at1connections between
components are complete,
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