Samsung HW-E550 User manual

Crystal Surround Air Track

(Active Speaker System)

user manual

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HW-E550

HW-E551

features

HDMI

HDMI transmits video and audio signals simultaneously, and provides a clearer picture.

The unit is also equipped the ARC function which lets you listen to sound from your TV via an HDMI cable through the Crystal

Surround Air Track. This function is only available if you connect the unit to an ARC compliant TV.

3D Depth Sound

The 3D sound feature adds depth and spaciousness to your 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 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 a Bluetooth device to enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all without wires!

LICENSE

2.0 Channel

Dolby and the double-d symbol are registered trademarks of dolby laboratories.

2.0 Channel

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

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered

trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

- To send inquiries and requests regarding open sources, contact Samsung via Email (oss.request@samsung.com).

• This product uses some software programs which are distributed under the Independent JPEG Group.

ENG

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage”

inside the product that presents a risk of

electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions

accompanying the product.

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.

PRECAUTIONS

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with 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 (76~102 mm). 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. 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.

During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the

wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

Protect the

product

from moisture (i.e. vases) , and excess heat

(e.g.fireplace) 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. Use of this product is for

personal use only.

Condensation may occur if your

product

has been stored in cold tem-

peratures. 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 malfunction of the unit.

The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to

the environment.

Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.

Phones

3.9 inch 3.9 inch

2.7 inch

3.9 inch

99.1 mm

99.1 mm 99.1 mm

68.6 mm

ENG

contents

FEATURES

2 Features

2 License

SAFETY INFORMATION

3 Safety warnings

4 Precautions

GETTING STARTED

6 Before reading the user’s manual

7 What’s included

DESCRIPTIONS

8 Front/Rear Panel

9 Subwoofer Front/Rear Panel

REMOTE CONTROL

10 Tour of the remote control

CONNECTIONS

11 Air Track Installation Overview

11 Connecting the Speakers (Type 3 and 4)

Installing the Speakers on the Standing Table

13 Installing the Speakers on the Stand

14 Assembled Speaker Wall Mount

15 Separated Speaker Wall Mount

16 Connecting the Wireless Subwoofer

17 Attaching the toroidal ferrite core to the

power cord of the subwoofer

17 Installing toroidal ferrite to subwoofer

18 Connecting the Crystal Surround Air Track

TROUBLESHOOTING

28 Troubleshooting

APPENDIX

29 Specifications

FUNCTIONS

20 Basic functions

21 Advanced functions

27 Software upgrade

BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL

Note the following terms before reading the user manual.

Icons used in this manual

Icon Term Definition

Caution

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

canceled.

Note

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

Safety Instructions and Troubleshooting

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

2) If a problem occurs, check Troubleshooting. (See page 28)

written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

getting started

ENG ●GETTING STARTED

▪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.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Check for the supplied accessories shown below.

POWER

TVPOWER

SATMUTE SMART

VOLUME S/WLEVEL AUDIO SYNC

SAT

SOURCE SOUND SPEAKER

DIMMER

AUTOPOWER

TVINFOTVSOURCE

TVVOL TVVOL

TVCH

TVPRE-CH TVEXIT

DRCREPEAT

3DSOUND

VOLUME

EFFECT

MUTE

Remote Control / Batteries

(AAA size)

Audio Cable User Manual Adapter

(A:1EA)

(B:2EA)

(Screw:6EA)

(Screw:4EA)

(Screw:2EA)

(Holder-screw:6EA)

Power Cord Bracket-Wall Mount Bracket-Bridge Screw

(ASSY STAND :2EA)

(For Subwoofer power

cable 1EA)

Assy Stand Assystand P-Desk Toroidal Ferrite Core USB Cable

(Speaker) (Main)

Assy Cover P-Cap

descriptions

FRONT/REAR PANEL

DISPLAY Displays the current mode.

POWER SUPPLY

JACK Plug the power supply cable into the AC wall outlet.

VOLUME BUTTON Controls the volume level.

POWER BUTTON Turns the Crystal Surround Air Track on and off.

▪When you turn on the power of this unit, there will be a 4 to 5 second delay before it

produces sound.

▪When disconnecting the power cable from the wall outlet, hold 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.

ENG ●DESCRIPTION

LINK INDICATOR Displays the current STANDBY or LINK indicator.

POWER SWITCH Turns the Wireless Subwoofer on and off.

HDMI IN 1,2 JACK

Receives digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an

HDMI cable.

HDMI OUT JACK

Outputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an

HDMI cable.

5ID SET BUTTON Used to link the subwoofer to the main unit.

6DIGITAL AUDIO IN Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device.

7AUX IN Connect to the Analog output of an external device.

8USB PORT Connect here and play files from external USB storage devices

such as MP3 players.

SUBWOOFER FRONT/REAR PANEL

STANDBY LINK

HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2

HDMI OUT

ID SET

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL) AUX IN

U S B

OFF

STANDBY LINK

HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2

HDMI OUT

ID SET

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL) AUX IN

U S B

OFF

STANDBY LINK

HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2

HDMI OUT

ID SET

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL) AUX IN

U S B

OFF

STANDBY LINK

HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2

HDMI OUT

ID SET

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

(OPTICAL) AUX IN

U S B

OFF

3 4 5 6 7 8

remote control

TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

▪SAT stands for Surround Air Track, which is a Samsung’s proprietary name.

▪The remote control can operate TVs made by SAMSUNG only.

▪Depending on the TV you are using, you may not be able to operate your TV with this remote control. If you can't,

operate the TV using the TV's remote control.

Installing batteries in the Remote Control

1. Lift the cover at the back of

the remote control upward as

shown.

2. Install two AAA size batteries.

Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends

of the batteries with the diagram inside the

compartment.

3. Replace the cover.

Assuming typical TV usage,

the batteries last for about

one year.

Operation Range of the Remote Control

The remote control can be used up to approximately 23 feet (7 meters) in a straight line. It can also be operated at a

horizontal angle of up to 30° from the remote control sensor.

POWER BUTTON

Turns the Crystal Surround Air

Track on and off.

SAT MUTE

Mutes the sound from the unit.

Press again to restore the sound

to the previous volume level.

TV POWER BUTTON

Turns your Samsung TV on and off.

SOUND EFFECT

Selects the Sound Effect:

(MUSIC, NEWS, DRAMA,

CINEMA, SPORTS, GAME, OFF

(Original Sound))

POWER

TV POWER

SAT MUTE SMART

VOLUME S/W LEVEL AUDIO SYNC

SAT

SOURCE SOUND SPEAKER

DIMMER

AUTO POWER

TV INFOTV SOURCE

TV VOL TV VOL

TV CH

TV PRE-CH TV EXIT

DRCREPEAT

3D SOUND

VOLUME

EFFECT

MUTE

CONTROL BUTTON

Play, pause or stop playing

a Music file, or search for the

Music file next or back.

REPEAT

Select Repeat File, All, Random.

SAT SOURCE

Press to select a connected SAT

source. (SAT:Surround Air Track)

Anynet+

Anynet+ is a function that enables you

to control other Samsung Devices with

your Samsung TV's remote control.

S/W LEVEL, AUDIO SYNC

Adjusts the Subwoofer level.

Used to help sync video to audio

when connected to a digital TV.

DRC, DIMMER

You can use this function to enjoy

Dolby Digital sound when

watching movies at low volume at

night (Standard, MAX, MIN).

You can control the brightness of

the Display.

AUTO POWER

Synchronizes the Air Track to Optical

connection via the Optical jack so it

turns on automatically when you turn

on your TV.

TV CHANNEL, TV VOLUME

Switches between the available

TV channels.

Adjusts the TV volume level.

SPEAKER

This button allows you to choose to

listen to audio from the Air track or

your TV. (This function supports the

via an HDMI cable.)

VOLUME

Adjusts the volume level of the unit.

TV SOURCE

Press to select a connected TV's

video source.

TV MUTE

Mutes the sound from the TV.

Press again to restore the sound

to the previous volume level.

TV EXIT

Exits TV (functions same as the

EXIT button of the TV remote

control)

SMART VOLUME, 3D SOUND

Regulates and stabilizes the

volume level against a drastic

volume change.

This feature adds depth and

spaciousness to the sound.

TV INFO

Display current TV status.

TV PRE-CH

Moves to the previous TV channel

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