Samsung HT-D550 User manual

HT-D550
HT-D555
Digital Home
Entertainment System
user manual
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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.
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.
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CLASS 1
KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1
KLASS 1
PRODUCTO
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the
product.
LASER PRODUCT
LASER PRODUKT
LASER LAITE
LASER APPARAT
LÁSER CLASE 1
CAUTION
• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
• The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall
stay readily operable at any time.
• This apparatus shall always be connected to an 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.
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS
1 LASER product.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION
• INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
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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 (7.5~10cm).
• Do not place the product on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot.
Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered.
• Do not stack anything on top of the product.
• Before moving the product, ensure the Disc Insert Hole is empty.
• In order to disconnect the product completely from the power supply, remove the AC plug from the wall outlet, especially when left
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
product.
• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or other heat sources. This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the
product.
• Protect the product from moisture, and excess heat or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i.e.
speakers.).
• Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the product malfunctions.
• Your product is not intended for industrial use. Use of this product is for personal use only.
• Condensation may occur if your product or disc has been stored in cold temperatures. If transporting the product during
the winter, wait approximately 2 hours until the product has reached room temperature before using.
• The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment.
Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.
Accessories
Check for the supplied accessories below.
FUNCTION
TV SOURCE
POWER
RECEIVER
SLEEP
DVD
TV
TA
RDS DISPLAY
1
2
PTY-
PTY SEARCH
4
5
7
8
3
PTY+
6
9
DSP /EQ
0
MUTE
TUNING
/CH
VOL
REPEAT
DISC MENU
MENU
TITLE MENU
TOOLS
INFO
RETURN
A
EXIT
B
C
D
DIMMER
GIGA
S.VOL
AUDIO
UPSCALE
S/W LEVEL
TUNER
MEMORY
MO/ST
USB REC
P.BASS
Video Cable
FM Antenna
ASC microphone
Remote Control/
Batteries (AAA size)
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Safety Information
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and
picture quality or cause skipping.
Be especially careful not to scratch discs when
handling them.
Holding discs
• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
• Hold the disc by the edges so that
fingerprints will not get on the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
Disc Storage
• Do not keep in direct sunlight
• Keep in a cool ventilated area
• Keep in a clean Protection jacket.
Store vertically.
✎ NOTE


Do not allow the discs to become contaminated with dirt.
Do not load cracked or scratched discs.
• Manufactured under licence 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 Digital Surround and
the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes
software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
• ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by
DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays
DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and
software tools to convert your files into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device
must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-onDemand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate
the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.
divx.com for more information on how to complete your
registration.
DivX Certified® to play DivX® video, including premium content
DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of
DivX, Inc. and are used under licence.
Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents :
7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274
Handling and Storing Discs
If you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a
mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth.
• When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the
outside of the disc
✎ NOTE

Condensation may form if warm air comes into contact
with cold parts inside the product. When condensation
forms inside the product, it may not operate correctly. If
this occurs, remove the disc and let the product stand
for 1 or 2 hours with the power on.
Licence
• HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and other countries.
• This item incorporates copy protection technology that is
protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights
of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are
prohibited.
• iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Copyright
© 2011 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
• Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are registered
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Copy Protection
• Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of
this, you should only connect your product directly to your TV,
not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture
from copy-protected DVD discs.
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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION
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CONNECTIONS
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Safety Warnings
Precautions
Accessories
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
Licence
Copyright
Copy Protection
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Icons that will be used in manual
Disc Types and Characteristics
Description
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Remote control
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Connecting the Speakers
Connecting the Optional Wireless Receiver Module
Connecting the Video Out to your TV
Connecting the FM Antenna
Connecting Audio from External Components
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Before Starting (Initial Settings)
Setting the Setup menu
Display
TV Aspect
BD Wise
Resolution
HDMI Format
Video Out Signal
Audio
Speaker Setting
ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) Setting
DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)
AUDIO SYNC
HDMI AUDIO
User EQ
Audio Return Ch.
System
Initial Settings
DivX(R) Registration
DivX(R) Deactivation
Language
Security
Parental Rating
Change Password
Support
Product Information
ENGLISH
SETUP
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Contents
BASIC FUNCTIONS
31
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
40
OTHER INFORMATION
43
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Disc Playback
Audio CD(CD-DA)/MP3/WMA Playback
JPEG File Playback
Using the Playback Function
Sound Mode
Listening to Radio
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40
42
USB Function
Using an iPod/iPhone
USB Recording
43
44
45
Troubleshooting
Language code list
Specifications
Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product
appearance.
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Make sure to check the following terms before
reading the user manual.
Icon
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B
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G
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Term
Definition
DVD
This involves a function
available with DVD-Video or
DVD±R/±RW discs that
have been recorded and
finalised in Video Mode.
CD
This involves a function
available with a data CD (CD
DA, CD-R/-RW).
MP3
This involves a function
available with CD-R/-RW
discs.
JPEG
This involves a function
available with CD-R/-RW
discs.
DivX
This involves a function
available with MPEG4 discs.
(DVD±R/±RW, CD-R/-RW)
CAUTION
This involves a case where a
function does not operate or
settings may be cancelled.
NOTE
This involves tips or instructions
on the page that help each
function operate.
Shortcut
Key
This function provides direct and
easy access pressing the button
on the remote control.
Disc Types and Characteristics
Region Code
The product and the discs are coded by region. These
regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the
codes do not match, the disc will not play.
Disc Type
DVD-VIDEO
Region
Code
Area
1
The U.S., U.S. territories and
Canada
2
Europe, Japan, the Middle East,
Egypt, South Africa, Greenland
3
Taiwan, Korea, the Philippines,
Indonesia, Hong Kong
4
Mexico, South America, Central
America, Australia, New Zealand,
Pacific Islands, Caribbean
5
Russia, Eastern Europe, India,
most of Africa, North Korea,
Mongolia
6
China
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Disc types that can be played
Disc Types &
Mark (Logo)
Recorded
Signals
Disc
Size
12 cm
AUDIO
+
DVD-VIDEO
Max. Playing Time
Approx. 240 min.
(single-sided)
Approx. 480 min.
(double-sided)
Approx. 80 min.
(single-sided)
VIDEO
8 cm
Approx. 160 min.
(double-sided)
12 cm
74 min.
8 cm
20 min.
12 cm
-
8 cm
-
AUDIO
AUDIO-CD
AUDIO
DivX
+
VIDEO
Do not use the following type of discs!
• LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and DVDRAM discs cannot be played in this unit.
If such discs are played, a <WRONG DISC
FORMAT> message appears on the TV screen.
• DVD discs purchased abroad may not play on this
product.
If such discs are played, a <Wrong Region. Please
check Disc.> message appears on the TV screen.
Disc Types And Disc Format
This product does not support Secure (DRM) Media files.
CD-R Discs
• Some CD-R discs may not be playable depending on
the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC) and the
condition of the disc.
• Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R disc.
Do not use CD-R discs over 700MB/80 minutes as
they may not be played back.
• Some CD-RW (Rewritable) media, may not be playable.
• Only CD-Rs that are properly "closed" can be fully
played. If the session is closed but the disc is left open,
you may not be able to fully play the disc.
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CD-R MP3 Discs
• Only CD-R discs with MP3 files in ISO 9660 or
Joliet format can be played.
• MP3 file names should contain no blank spaces
or special characters (. / = +).
• Use discs recorded with a compression/
decompression data rate greater than 128Kbps.
• Only files with the ".mp3" and ".MP3" extensions
can be played.
• Only a consecutively written multisession disc can
be played. If there is a blank segment in the
Multisession disc, the disc can be played only up
to the blank segment.
• If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to begin
playback and not all of the recorded files may be played.
• For files encoded in Variable Bit Rate (VBR)
format, i.e. files encoded in both low bit rate and
high bit rate (e.g., 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps), the
sound may skip during playback.
• A maximum of 500 tracks can be played per CD.
• A maximum of 300 folders can be played per CD.
CD-R JPEG Discs
• Only files with the "jpg" extensions can be played.
• If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start
playing and not all of the recorded files may be played.
• Only CD-R discs with JPEG files in ISO 9660 or Joliet
format can be played.
• JPEG file names should be 8 characters or less in
length and contain no blank spaces or special
characters (. / = +).
• Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be
played. If there is a blank segment in the multisession
disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank
segment.
• A maximum of 999 images can be stored on a folder.
• When playing a Kodak/Fuji Picture CD, only the JPEG
files in the picture folder can be played.
• Picture discs other than Kodak/Fuji Picture CDs may
take longer to start playing or may not play at all.
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DVD±R/±RW, CD-R/RW Discs
• Software updates for incompatible formats are not
supported.
(Example : QPEL, GMC, resolutions higher than
800 x 600 pixels, etc.)
• If a DVD-R/-RW disc has not been recorded
properly in DVD Video format, it will not be
playable.
Supported Formats (DivX)
This product only supports the following media formats.
If both video and audio formats are not supported, the
user may experience problems such as broken images
or no sound.
Supported Video Formats
Format
AVI
WMV
Supported Versions
DivX3.11~DivX5.1
V1/V2/V3/V7
Supported Audio Formats
Format
Bit Rate
Sampling
Frequency
MP3
80~320kbps
WMA
56~128kbps
AC3
128~384kbps
44.1/48khz
DTS
1.5Mbps
44.1khz
44.1khz
• DivX files, including audio and video files, created in
the DTS format can only support up to 6Mbps.
• Aspect Ratio : Although the default DivX resolution is
640x480 pixels, this product supports up to
720x480 pixels. TV screen resolutions higher than
800 will not be supported.
• When you play a disc whose sampling frequency is
higher than 48khz or 320kbps, you may experience
shaking on the screen during playback.
• Sections with a high frame rate might not be played
while playing a DivX file.
• Since this product only provides encoding formats
authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., a DivX file
created by the user might not play.
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Notes on USB connection
Supported devices: USB storage media, MP3
player, digital camera
1) If a folder or file name is longer than 10
characters, it may not properly display or
operate.
2) A subtitle file bigger than 300KB may not be
properly displayed.
3) A certain USB/digital camera device, USB card
reader is not supported.
4) FAT16 and FAT32 file systems are supported.
5) Photo (JPEG), music (MP3, WMA) and video file
should have their names in Korean or English.
Otherwise, the file may not played.
14) Supported file formats
Format
Still
Picture
File name
JPG
MP3
WMA
WMV
DivX
File
extension
JPG
.JPEG
.MP3
.WMA
.WMV
.AVI
Bit rate
–
80~320
kbps
56~128
kbps
4Mbps
4Mbps
Version
–
–
V8
V1,V2,
V3,V7
DivX3.11~
DivX5.1
Pixel
640x480
–
–
720x480
Sampling
Frequency
–
44.1kHz
44.1kHz
44.1KHz~ 48KHz
Music
Movie
6) Connect directly to the product's USB port.
Connecting through another cable may raise
problems with USB compatibility.
7) Inserting more than one memory device to a
multi-card reader may not operate properly.
8) PTP protocol for digital camera is not supported.
9) Do not disconnect USB device during a
"Reading" process.
10) Bigger the image resolution, the longer the delay
to displaying.
11) DRM applied MP3/WMA or video files
downloaded from a commercial site are not
played back.
12) External HDD device is not supported.
13) The maximum current supported by the USB
port for an external device is 500 mA (at 5V DC).
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Description
Front Panel
1
2
3
4 5
6 7
8
9
ASC IN/
AUX IN 1
11
1
DISC TRAY
Insert disc here.
2
DISPLAY
Displays the playing status, time, etc.
3
REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Detects signals from the remote control.
4
OPEN / CLOSE BUTTON (
5
FUNCTION BUTTON (
6
STOP BUTTON (
7
PLAY / PAUSE BUTTON (
8
VOLUME CONTROL BUTTON (
9
POWER BUTTON (
Opens and closes the disc tray.
)
The mode switches as follows :
DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX 1 ➞AUX 2 ➞ USB ➞ REMOTE IPOD ➞ IPOD ➞ FM
)
Stops disc playback.
)
Plays a disc or pauses playback.
)
)
10
USB PORT
11
ASC IN / AUX IN 1 CONNECTOR
,
)
Volume adjustment.
Turns the product on and off.
Connect here and play files from external USB storage devices such as MP3
players, USB flash memory, etc.
The USB memory that requires high power(more than 500mA at 5V) may not
be supported. (except iPod/iPhone which is compatible with 1A at 5V).
Connect external components such as an MP3 player.
Connect to use the ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) function.
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Rear Panel
1
2
3
4
5 6
7
8
9 10
VIDEO
OUT
SPEAKERS OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
WIRELESS
FM ANT
FA NET
HDMI OUT
(Only For Service)
OPTICAL
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
AUX
IN 2
COMPONENT
OUT
1
COOLING FAN
The fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 10cm of clear
space on all sides of the fan when installing the product.
2
SPEAKERS OUTPUT CONNECTORS
Connect the front, center, surround speakers and subwoofer.
3
EXTERNAL DIGITAL OPTICAL IN JACK
(DIGITAL AUDIO IN)
Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output.
4
TX CARD CONNECTION (WIRELESS)
The TX card enables communication between the product and the
wireless receiver module.
5
HDMI OUT JACK
Using an HDMI cable, connect this HDMI output jack to the HDMI input jack
on your TV for the best quality picture.
6
AUX IN 2 JACKS
Connect to the 2CH Analogue output of an external device (such as a VCR).
7
VIDEO OUT JACK
Connect your TV's Video Input jack (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT jack.
8
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS
Connect a TV with Component video inputs to these jacks.
9
FA NET (Only for Service)
Used for the service repair.
10
FM ANTENNA JACK
Connect the FM antenna.
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Remote control
Tour of the Remote Control
FUNCTION
TV SOURCE
POWER
Turn the product on and off.
If you want to change to TV mode.
press the TV buutton
If you want to change to Home
Cinema, press the DVD button.
Press numeric buttons to operate options.
RECEIVER
SLEEP
DVD
TV
TA
RDS DISPLAY
1
2
3
PTY-
PTY SEARCH
PTY+
4
5
6
7
8
This is mode selection button.
or
Press to select TV's video mode.
Set a Sleep time to shut off the
Product.
To open and close the disc tray.
Use the RDS function to receive
FM stations.
9
DSP /EQ
Select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio
mode.
Select the desired DSP/EQ audio
mode.
0
Press to search backwards or
forwards.
Press to skip backwards or forwards.
Press to pause a disc.
Press to stop/play a disc.
Cut off the sound temporarily.
MUTE
Adjust the volume.
TUNING
/CH
VOL
REPEAT
Press this to move to the home menu.
DISC MENU
MENU
TITLE MENU
Press to check the disc menu.
Used to change the audio/subtitle
language, angle etc.
Allow access to common functions
of the product such as the Photo List.
Adjust the brightness of Display.
Used to turn on/off GIGA Sound function.
Used to adjust the level of the
subwoofer.
Press to preset FM stations.
Allows you to repeat a title,
chapter, track or disc.
Use this to enter the Title menu.
TOOLS
INFO
RETURN
EXIT
Select on-screen menu items and
change menu value.
Return to the previous menu.
Search for active FM stations and
change channels.
Display current disc(file) status.
Press this to exit the menu.
C
D
DIMMER
A
GIGA
B
S.VOL
AUDIO
UPSCALE
S/W LEVEL
TUNER
MEMORY
MO/ST
USB REC
P.BASS
Select the desired P.BASS or
MP3 Enhancement setting.
Regulate and stabilize the volume level
against a drastic volume change.
Used to start USB recording.
Select MONO or STEREO for radio
broadcasting.
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Getting Started
Installing batteries in the Remote
Control
* Battery size: AAA
TV Brand Code List
Brand
Code
Brand
56, 57, 58
MTC
18
01, 15
01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06,
07, 08, 09, 10, 11,
12, 13, 14
01, 18, 40, 48
NEC
18, 19, 20, 40, 59, 60
Nikei
03
Onking
03
57, 58, 81
Onwa
03
Brocsonic
59, 60
Panasonic
Penney
Admiral
(M.Wards)
A Mark
Anam
AOC
Bell & Howell
(M.Wards)
✎ NOTE

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Place batteries in the remote control so they match
the polarity : (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).
Always replace both batteries at the same time.
Do not expose the batteries to heat or flame.
The remote control can be used up to approximately
23 feet (7 meters) in a straight line.
Setting the Remote Control
Candle
18
Cetronic
03
Philco
Citizen
03, 18, 25
Philips
Cinema
97
Pioneer
06, 07, 08, 09, 54, 66,
67, 73, 74
18
03, 15, 17, 18, 48, 54,
59, 62, 69, 90
15, 17, 18, 40, 48,
54, 62, 72
63, 66, 80, 91
Classic
03
Portland
15, 18, 59
Concerto
18
Proton
40
Contec
46
Quasar
06, 66, 67
Coronado
15
03, 05, 61, 82, 83, 84
Radio Shack
RCA/
17, 48, 56, 60, 61, 75
Craig
When operating a TV with the remote control
1. Press the TV button to set the remote control to
TV mode.
2. Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.
3. While holding down the POWER button, enter
the code corresponding to your brand of TV.
• If there is more than one code listed for your
TV in the table, enter one at a time to
determine which code works.
• Example : For a Samsung TV
While holding down the POWER button, use the
number buttons to enter 00, 15, 16, 17 and 40.
4. If the TV turns off, the setting is complete.
• You can use the TV POWER, VOLUME,
CHANNEL, and Numeric buttons (0~9).
✎ NOTE


The remote control may not work or some operations
may not be possible with some brands of TVs.
The remote control will work on a Samsung TV by
default.
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18, 59, 67, 76, 77, 78,
92, 93, 94
Croslex
62
Proscan
Realistic
Crown
03
Sampo
Curtis Mates
59, 61, 63
Samsung
CXC
Sanyo
Scott
03, 40, 60, 61
Daytron
03
02, 03, 04, 15, 16, 17, 18,
19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,
26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34,
35, 36, 48, 59, 90
40
40
00, 15, 16, 17, 40, 43, 46,
47, 48, 49,
19, 61, 65
Sears
15, 18, 19
Dynasty
03
15, 57, 64
Emerson
03, 15, 40, 46, 59, 61,
64, 82, 83, 84, 85
Fisher
19, 65
Sharp
Signature
2000
(M.Wards)
Sony
50, 51, 52, 53, 55
Daewoo
You can control certain functions of your TV with this
remote control.
Code
03, 19
57, 58
Funai
03
Soundesign
03, 40
Futuretech
General
Electric (GE)
03
06, 40, 56, 59, 66,
67, 68
Spectricon
01
Hall Mark
40
Sylvania
Hitachi
15, 18, 50, 59, 69
Symphonic
18, 40, 48, 54, 59,
60, 62
61, 95, 96
Inkel
45
Tatung
06
JC Penny
56, 59, 67, 86
Techwood
18
JVC
70
Teknika
03, 15, 18, 25
SSS
18
KTV
59, 61, 87, 88
TMK
18, 40
KEC
03, 15, 40
Toshiba
19, 57, 63, 71
KMC
15
01, 15, 16, 17, 37, 38,
39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44
Vidtech
18
Videch
59, 60, 69
18
Wards
15, 17, 18, 40, 48,
54, 60, 64
Yamaha
18
York
40
LG (Goldstar)
Luxman
Marantz
19, 54, 56, 59, 60, 62,
63, 65, 71
15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59,
60, 62, 72, 89
40, 54
Yupiteru
03
Matsui
54
Zenith
58, 79
LXI (Sears)
Magnavox
MGA
Mitsubishi/
MGA
18, 40
Zonda
01
18, 40, 59, 60, 75
Dongyang
03, 54
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Connections
Connections
This section involves various methods of connecting the product to other external components.
Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
Connecting the Speakers
Position of the product
SW
Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the
TV stand.
Selecting the Listening Position
The listening position should be located about 2.5
to 3 times the distance of the TV's screen size
away from the TV.
Example : For 32" TV's 2~2.4m
For 55" TV's 3.5~4m
Front Speakers ei
Center Speaker
f
hj
Surround Speakers
Place these speakers in front of your listening position, facing inwards (about 45°)
toward you. Place the speakers so that their tweeters will be at the same height
as your ear. Align the front face of the front speakers with the front face of the
center speaker or place them slightly in front of the center speakers.
It is best to install it at the same height as the front speakers. You can also install it
directly over or under the TV.
Place these speakers to the side of your listening position. If there isn't enough
room, place these speakers so they face each other. Place them about 60 to
90cm above your ear, facing slightly downward.
the front and center speakers, the surround speakers are used to
* Unlike
handle mainly sound effects and sound will not come from them all the time.
Subwoofer
g
The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like.
! CAUTION



Do not let children play with or near the speakers. They could get hurt if the speaker falls.

Do not hang the subwoofer on the wall through the duct (hole).
When connecting the speaker wires to the speakers, make sure that the polarity (+/–) is correct.
Keep the subwoofer out of the reach of children so as to prevent them from inserting their hands or alien
substances into the duct (hole) of the subwoofer.
✎ NOTE

If you place a speaker near your TV set, screen colour may be distorted because of the magnetic field
generated by the speaker. If this occurs, place the speaker away from your TV set.
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Connections
Speaker Components
HT-D550
(L)
(R)
(L)
FRONT
(R)
CENTER
SURROUND
SPEAKER CABLE
SUBWOOFER
Speaker Components
Assembled Speakers
HT-D555
HT-D555
(L) (R)
SCREW (5×15): 4EA
SCREW (4×20): 16EA
FRONT
STAND
(L) (R)
CENTER
SURROUND
CENTER SPEAKER
STAND BASE

SUBWOOFER
FRONT/SURROUND
SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
SPEAKER CABLE
Installing the Speakers on the Tallboy Stand
* HT-D555 only - Front/Surround Speakers
1. Turn the Stand Base upside-down and connect it to
the Stand.
2. Insert small screws (4*20, For connecting Stand & Stand
Base) clockwise into the four holes marked using a
screwdriver as shown in the illustration.
! CAUTION : When you use a torque screwdriver, be
1
2
Stand
Base
Stand
careful not to put excessive force. Otherwise, it runs
idle or can be damaged. (torque screwdriver- below
15 kg.f.cm)
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3
4. Insert another large screw (5*15, For connecting Speaker
& Stand) clockwise into the hole on the rear of the
speaker using a screwdriver.
Speaker
Connections
3. Connect the upper Speaker to the assembled Stand.
4
Stand
5. This is the appearance after the speaker is installed.
Follow this steps to install other speaker.
5
Connecting The Speakers
1. Press down the terminal tab on the back of the speaker.
2. Insert the black wire into the black terminal (–) and the red wire into the red
terminal (+), and then release the tab.
3. Connect the connecting plugs to the back of the product by matching the
colours of the speaker plugs to the speaker jacks.
Black
Red
In case of HT-D550
Center Speaker
Front Speaker (L)
Front Speaker (R)
SPEAKERS OUT
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
Surround Speaker (R)
Surround Speaker (L)
Subwoofer
* Refer to page 16 for the HT-D555 speakers.
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Connections
Connecting the Optional Wireless Receiver Module
To connect the surround speakers wirelessly, you have to purchase the wireless receiver module and TX
card from your Samsung retailer.
● This product should be connected with the SWA-5000 only.
In case of HT-D550
Front
Speaker (R)
Center Speaker
Front
Speaker (L)
SPEAKERS OUT
A
Surround
Speaker (L)
O
Surround
Speaker (R)
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
Wireless Receiver Module
Subwoofer
* Refer to page 16 for the HT-D555 speakers.
1. Press down the terminal tab on the back of the speaker.
2. Insert the black wire into the black terminal (–) and the red wire into the red
terminal (+), and then release the tab.
Black
3. Connect the connecting plugs to the back of the product by matching the
colours of the speaker plugs to the speaker jacks.
Red
4. With the product turned off, insert the TX card into the
TX Card Connection (WIRELESS) on the back of the product.
• Hold the TX card so that the label "WIRELESS" faces upward and insert
the card into the port.
• The TX card enables communication between the product and the
wireless receiver module.
VIDEO
OUT
SPEAKERS OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
WIRELESS
F
HDMI OUT
(Only
(Onl
OPTICAL
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
AUX
IN 2
SURROUND
COMPONENT
OUT
WIRELESS
5. Connect the left and right rear speakers to the wireless Receiver module.
6. Plug the power cord of the wireless Receiver module in the wall outlet .
TX card
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




Place the wireless receiver module at the rear of the listening position. If the wireless receiver module is too close to
the product, some sound interruption may be heard due to interference.
If you use a device such as a microwave oven, wireless LAN Card, Bluetooth equipment, or any other device that
uses the same frequency (2.4/5.8GHz) near the product, some sound interruption may be heard due to interference.
The transmission distance from the product to the wireless receiver module is about 10m, but may vary depending
on your operating environment. If a steel-concrete wall or metallic wall is between the product and the wireless
receiver module, the system may not operate at all, because the radio wave cannot penetrate metal.
If the product doesn't make wireless connection, the product needs ID Setting between the product and wireless
receiver module. Insert the TX card in the rear of the product before entering Standby mode.
Press "0""1""3""5", and "5" using the numeric buttons on the remote control. You will see a message of
“W INT” on the screen.
With the wireless receiver module turned on, press "ID SET" button on the back of the wireless receiver module for
5 seconds.
Connections
✎ NOTE
! CAUTION








Use the provided TX card only.
If a different TX card is used, the product may be damaged or the card may not be removed easily.
Do not insert the TX card upside down or in the reverse direction.
Insert the TX card when the product is turned off. Inserting the card when it is turned on may cause a problem.
If the TX Card is inserted and wireless receiver module setting is complete, sound is not output from the surround
Speaker connectors on the product.
The wireless receiver antenna is built into the wireless receiver module. Keep it away from water and moisture.
For optimal listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless receiver module location is clear of
any obstructions.
If no sound is heard from the wireless receiver module, switch the mode to DVD 5.1 channel or Dolby
ProLogic II .
In 2-CH mode, no sound will be heard from the wireless receiver module.
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Connections
Connecting the Video Out to your TV
Choose one of the three methods for connecting to a TV.
METHOD3 (supplied)
Green
VIDEO
OUT
IRELESS
FM ANT
FA NET
HDMI OUT
(Only For Service)
AUX
IN 2
COMPONENT
OUT
Blue
Red
METHOD2
METHOD1 (supplied)
METHOD 1 : HDMI
Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your TV.
METHOD 2 : Component Video
If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable (not supplied)
from the COMPONENT OUT (Y, PB and PR) Jacks on the back of the product to the Component Video
Input Jacks on your TV.
METHOD 3 : Composite Video
Connect the supplied Video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of the product to the VIDEO IN jack
on your TV.
✎ NOTE



Resolutions available for the HDMI output are 480p(576p), 720p,1080i/1080p. See page 25 for the resolution setting.
This product operates in Interlace scan mode 480i for component/composite output.
After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the corresponding Video
output (HDMI, Component or Composite) on your product.
Turn this product on first before you set the video input source on your TV. See your TV owner's manual for
more information on how to select the TV's Video Input source.
! CAUTION

Do not connect the unit through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright
protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.
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Connections
HDMI FUNCTION
HDMI Auto Detection Function
If your TV is samsung TV and it supports CEC function.The product's video output will automatically change to HDMI
mode when connecting an HDMI cable while power is on.
• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
• HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single
connector. Using HDMI, the product transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture
on a TV having an HDMI input jack.
• HDMI connection description
- HDMI outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV.
- If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), random noise appears
on the screen.
• What is the HDCP?
• HDCP (High-band width Digital Content Protection) is a system for protecting DVD content outputted via
HDMI from being copied. It provides a secure digital link between a video source (PC, DVD. etc) and a
display device (TV, projector. etc). Content is encrypted at the source device to prevent unauthorized
copies from being made.
Using Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)
Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV's remote
control. Anynet + can be used by connecting this product to a SAMSUNG TV using a HDMI Cable. This is
only available with SAMSUNG TV's that support Anynet+.
1. Connect the product to a Samsung TV with an HDMI cable. (See page 20)
2. Set the Anynet+ function on your TV. (See the TV instruction manual for more information.)
✎ NOTE



The Anynet+ function supports some buttons of the remote control.

Please check the
This function is not available if an HDMI cable does not support CEC.
Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work.
Please refer to the user’s manual of your TV.
logo (If your TV has an
logo, then it supports Anynet+ function.)
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Connections
Connecting the FM Antenna
FM Antenna (supplied)
VIDEO
OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
WIRELESS
FM ANT
FA NET
HDMI OUT
(Only For Service)
OPTICAL
AUX
IN 2
COMPONENT
OUT
1. Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM Antenna jack.
2. Slowly move the antenna wire around until you find a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a
wall or other rigid surface.
✎ NOTE

This product does not receive AM broadcasts.
Connecting Audio from External Components
Audio Out
ASC IN/
AUX IN 1
Audio Cable
(not supplied)
AUX1 : Connecting an External Component/MP3 player
Components such as an MP3 Player.
1. Connect ASC IN / AUX IN 1 (Audio) on the front of the product to the Audio Out of the external
component/ MP3 player.
2. Press the FUNCTION button to select AUX1 input.
• The mode switches as follows :
DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX 1 ➞ AUX 2 ➞ USB ➞ REMOTE IPOD ➞ IPOD ➞ FM
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DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
WIRELESS
Connections
VIDEO
OUT
SPEAKERS OUT
FM ANT
White
FA NET
HDMI OUT
(Only For Service)
OPTICAL
SURROUND
SUBWOOFER
AUX
IN 2
SURROUND
Optical Cable
(not supplied)
Set-Top Box
COMPONENT
OUT
Red
Audio Cable (not supplied)
If the external analogue
component has only one
Audio Out, connect either
left or right.
VCR
OPTICAL
AUX 2
AUX2 : Connecting an External Analogue Component
Analogue signal components such as a VCR.
1. Connect AUX IN 2 (Audio) on the back of the product to the Audio Out of the external Analogue
component.
• Be sure to match the colors of the connecting jacks.
2. Press the FUNCTION button to select AUX 2 input.
• The mode switches as follows :
DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX 1 ➞ AUX 2 ➞ USB ➞ REMOTE IPOD ➞ IPOD ➞ FM
✎ NOTE

You can connect the Video Output jack of your VCR to the TV, and connect the Audio Output jacks of the
VCR to this product.
OPTICAL : Connecting an External Digital Component
Digital signal components such as a Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
1. Connect the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on the back of the product to the Digital Output of the
external digital component.
2. Press the FUNCTION button to select D.IN.
• The mode switches as follows :
DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX 1 ➞ AUX 2 ➞ USB ➞ REMOTE IPOD ➞ IPOD ➞ FM
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Setup
Before Starting (Initial Settings)
1. Press the POWER button when it is plugged in
TV for the first time.
Initial Settings screen will be displayed.
Setting the Setup menu
The access step may differ depending on the selected
menu. The GUI (Graphical User Interface) in this
manual may differ, depending on the firmware version.
1
Initial settings > On-Screen Language
DISC MENU
MENU
TITLE MENU
Select a language for the on-screen displays
TOOLS
INFO
English
한국어
3
Nederlands
Français
Deutsch
2
Italiano
>Move
RETURN
" Select
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the desired
language, then press the ENTER button.
A
B
C
D
1
MENU BUTTON : Display the home menu.
2
RETURN BUTTON : Return to the previous
setup menu.
3
ENTER / DIRECTION BUTTON
Move the cursor and select an item.
Select the currently selected item.
Confirm the setting.
4
EXIT BUTTON : Exit the setup menu.
3. Press the ENTER button to select Start button.
4. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select desired TV Aspect,
then press the ENTER button.
 If the HDMI cable is connected to the product, TV
aspect does not appear.
4
EXIT
5. Plug the ASC microphone into the ASC IN jack
on the product.
- Auto Sound Calibration screen will be displayed.
Settings
6. Press the ENTER button to select Start button.
✎ NOTE





If you have not selected a preferred language in the
initial settings, you will see a language selection window
next time you turn on the product.
Your language selection will apply to all menus: OnScreen Menu, Disc Menu, Audio, Subtitle.
If you want to move to the previous screen, press the
RETURN button.
Once you select a menu language, you can change it by
pressing the STOP () button on the remote control for
more than 5 seconds with no disc inserted.
When the Initial Settings screen does not appear, refer
to the Initial Settings. (see page 29)
Function
DVD/CD
1. Press the POWER button.
2. Press the ◄► buttons to select Settings, then
press the ENTER button.
3. Press the buttons to select the desired
menu, then press the ENTER button.
4. Press the buttons to select the desired submenu, then press the ENTER button.
5. Press the buttons to select the desired
item, then press the ENTER button.
6. Press the EXIT button to exit the setup menu.
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You can configure various display options such as
the TV Aspect, Resolution, etc.
TV Aspect
Depending on the type of television you have, you
may want to adjust the screen setting.
• On : The original resolution of the DVD disc will
be output to the TV direct.
• Off : The output resolution will be fixed
according to the Resolution previously set,
regardless of the resolution of the disc.
✎ NOTE

• 4:3 Pan-Scan
Select when you want to see the 16:9
video supplied by the DVD without the
black bars on top and bottom, even
though you have a TV with a 4:3 ratio
screen(extreme left and right portion of
the movie picture will be cut off).


• 4:3 Letter Box
Select when you want to see the total
16:9 ratio screen DVD supplies, even
though you have a TV with a 4:3 ratio
screen. Black bars will appear at the
top and bottom of the screen.
• 16:9 Wide
You can view the full 16:9 picture on
your widescreen TV.
✎ NOTE



When using HDMI, the screen is automatically
converted to the 16:9 Wide mode and TV Aspect
is deactivated.
If a DVD is in the 4:3 ratio, you cannot view it in
the wide screen.
Since DVD discs are recorded in various image
formats, they will look different depending on the
software, the type of TV, and the TV aspect ratio
setting.
BD Wise
(Samsung products only)
BD Wise is Samsung's latest inter-connectivity
feature. When you connect Samsung products with
BD-Wise to each other via HDMI, the optimum
resolution will be set automatically.
This will optimize the picture quality according
to the content (In the DVD disc, etc) that you
want to play and the product or your BD Wisecompliant Samsung TV.
If you want to change the resolution in BD Wise
mode, you must set BD mode to Off in advance.
BD Wise will be disabled if the product is
connected to a device that does not support
BD Wise.
Resolution
Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal.
The number in 480p(576p), 720p, 1080i and 1080p
indicates the number of lines of video.
The i and p indicate interlace and progressive scan,
respectively.
• 480p(576p) : Outputs 480 lines of progressive video.
• 720p : Outputs 720 lines of progressive video.
• 1080i : Outputs 1080 lines of interlaced video.
• 1080p : Outputs 1080 lines of progressive video.
• BD Wise : Automatically sets the optimal resolution when
connected via HDMI to a TV with the BD Wise feature. (The
BD Wise menu item appears only if BD Wise is set to On.)
✎ NOTE


If Component or Composite is connected, the
resolution supports only 480i.
1080P may not appear depending on TV.
HDMI Format
You can optimize the colour setting from the HDMI
output. Select a connected device Type.
• Monitor : Select if connected to a Monitor via HDMI.
• TV : Select if connected to a TV via HDMI.
Video Out Signal
Different countries apply different TV standard.
You can select from NTSC or PAL.
• NTSC : You can select the NTSC video format
• PAL : You can select the PAL video format
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Setup
Adjusting Front/Surround Bal.
 You can select between 0 and -6.
 The volume decreases as you move closer to –6.
Audio
Speaker Setting
Speaker Size
You can set the Speaker Size of the Center and Surround
Speakers, as well as Test Tone in this mode.
Settings
Delay Time
Speaker Setting
Speaker Size
►
Sound Edit
Delay Time
Test Tone
mMove
Adjusting Center/Surround/Subwoofer Level
 The volume level can be adjusted in steps from
+6dB to –6dB.
 The sound gets louder as you move closer to +6dB
and quieter as you get closer to -6dB.
: Off
" Select ' Return
" Select ' Return
• For the Front, the mode is set to Small.
• For the Subwoofer, the mode is set to Present.
• For the Center and Surround, you can switch the
mode to Small or None.
- Small : Select this when using the speakers.
- None : Select this when no speaker is
connected.
If the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from
the listening position, you can adjust the delay time of the
audio signals from the Center and Surround speakers.
You can also set the Test Tone in this mode.
Setting up the Speaker Delay Time
When 5.1CH Surround Sound is played, you can
enjoy the best sound if the distance between you
and each speaker is the same.
Since the sounds arrive at the listening position at
different times depending on the placement of
speakers, you can adjust this difference by adding a
delay effect to the Center and Surround Speakers.
Settings
Delay Time
Front
✎ NOTE

The speaker mode may vary depending on the
Dolby Pro Logic and Stereo settings.
Center
: 00mSEC
Surround
: 10mSEC
Subwoofer
Test Tone
Sound Edit
: Off
<Change " Select ' Return
mMove " Select ' Return
You can adjust the balance and level for each speaker.
✎ NOTE
Settings
Sound Edit
Front Bal.
dB L
R
dB
Surround Bal.
dB L
R
dB
Center Level
dB
Surround Level
dB
SW Level
dB

The Delay Time menu will be activated only when a
5.1 channel source is played.

You can not set Center and Surround in this mode
when their Speaker Size is set to NONE.
<Change " Select ' Return
mMove " Select ' Return
Press the ▲▼ buttons to select and adjust the
desired speaker.
Press the ◄► buttons to adjust the settings.
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Setup
Ideal Center
Speaker placement
Test Tone
Settings
Speaker Setting
Speaker Size
Sound Edit
Delay Time
Test Tone
Ideal Surround
Speaker placement
Place all speakers within this circle.
Df: The distance from Front Speaker
Dc: The distance from Center Speaker
Ds: The distance from Surround Speaker
Setting the Center Speaker
If the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the
distance of Df in the figure, set the mode as 0ms.
Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.
Distance
between 0.00m 0.34m 0.68m 1.06m 1.40m 1.76m
Df and Dc
Delay
Time
00 ms 01 ms 02 ms 03 ms 04 ms 05 ms
mMove
: On
►
" Select ' Return
" Select ' Return
Use the Test Tone feature to check the speaker
connections.
• Press the ◄► buttons to select On.
• The test tone will be sent to Front Left ➞ Center
➞ Front Right ➞ Surround Right ➞ Surround
Left ➞ Subwoofer in order.
To stop the test tone, press the ENTER button.
ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) Setting
By setting the Auto Sound Calibration(ASC) function
just once when you relocate or install the product,
you can have the product automatically recognize
the distance between speakers, levels between
channels, and frequency characteristics to create a
5.1-channel sound field optimized for your
environment.
Setting the Surround Speaker
If the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the
distance of Ds in the figure, set the mode as 0ms.
Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.
ASC IN/
AUX IN 1
Distance
between 0.00m 1.06m 2.11m 3.16m 3.62m 5.29m
Ds and Dc
Delay
Time
1/
AUX IN
ASC IN
ASC
Microphone
00 ms 03 ms 06 ms 09 ms 12 ms 15 ms
✎ NOTE



With
PL II (Dolby Pro Logic II), the delay time
may be different for each mode.
With AC-3 and DTS, the delay time can be set
between 00 and 15mSEC.
The Center channel is only adjustable on 5.1
channel discs.
L: Front Left
SW: Subwoofer
R: Front Right
SL: Surround Left
C: Center
SR: Surround Right
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Setup
✎ NOTE







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Auto Sound Calibration Setting
ASC setup can be made when there is no disc
in the product.
You cannot adjust the volume during the ASC
setup.
If the auto sound microphone is disconnected
during the ASC setup, the setup will be
cancelled.
When ASC function is activated, the DSP/EQ,
Dolby Pro Logic ll and P. BASS sound effects
will not work.
If the product is connected to external devices
or other components (such as an iPod, AUX,
D.IN), the ASC Setup may not work exactly.
Noise may result in wrong measurement.
So please proceed with the measurement in a
quiet room to obtain proper calibration.
Place the microphone on the main listening
position.
Nothing should get in the way between
speakers and microphone.
Note that the test tone of the speaker may be
loud when conducting the test.
Do not place the microphone behind the
furniture or too close to the wall. Otherwise,
it can produce an incorrect test result.
Auto Sound Calibration
1. Plug the ASC microphone into the ASC input
jack.
2. Place the ASC microphone at the listening
position.
• Auto Sound Calibration will be automatically set
up in the following sequence:
Front Left Center Front Right Surround
Right Surround Left Subwoofer
• Press the RETURN button to cancel the Auto
Sound Calibration Setting.
• When the message "REMOVE MIC" appears on
the display, unplug the ASC microphone.
✎ NOTE

Setting the Auto Sound Calibration function
takes about 3 minutes.
DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)
This feature balances the range between the loudest
and quietest sounds. You can use this function to
enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at
low volume at night.
• You can select either Full, 6/8, 4/8, 2/8, off.
You will hear either the ASC mode or the User
Speaker Settings.
• On : You will hear sound in the Auto Sound
Calibration(ASC) mode.
• Off : You will hear sound in the Speaker Setting
value you set.
AUDIO SYNC
Video and audio sync may not match with digital TV.
If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time to
match the video
• You can set the audio delay time between 0 ms
and 300 ms. Set it to the optimal status.
Settings
Auto Sound Calibration
Auto Sound Calibration
:
On
►
Auto Sound Calibration Setting
Change
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Select
Return
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The audio signals transmitted over the HDMI Cable
can be toggled On/Off.
• Off : Video is transmitted over the HDMI
connection cable only, and audio is output
through the product speakers only.
• On : Both video and audio signals are transmitted
over the HDMI connection cable, and audio
is output through your TV speakers only.
✎ NOTE

The default setting of this function is HDMI Audio
Off.

HDMI Audio is automatically down-mixed to 2ch
for TV speakers.

When HDMI Audio is set to On, PL II /DSP EQ
/P.BASS doesn't work.


In the iPod mode, this menu is not available.
With HDMI AUDIO set to 'On', the volume can be
adjusted only using the TV remote control.
• Off : Turn the Audio Return Channel function off.
• Auto : Listen to TV sound from the Home Cinema
speakers if your TV is compatible with the Audio
Return Channel function.
Setup
HDMI AUDIO
✎ NOTE

When Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is Off, the Audio
Return Channel function is not available.

Using an ARC (Audio Return Channel)uncertified HDMI cable may cause a problem in
compatibility.

ARC function is only available if an ARCcompliant TV is connected.
System
Initial Settings
By using the Initial Settings, you can set the language,
TV aspect and ASC(Auto Sound Calibration) setting.
User EQ
Check if the ASC microphone is connected to the
product.
You can configure the equalizer settings manually to
your preference.
✎ NOTE

Settings
If an HDMI cable is connected to the product,
the TV aspect does not appear and it is set to
16:9 Wide automatically.
User EQ
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DivX(R) Registration
View DivX(R) VOD Registration Code to purchase
250Hz
600Hz
1kHz
3kHz
6kHz
10kHz 15kHz
a Reset > Adjust < Move ' Return
mMove " Select ' Return
✎ NOTE

This can be also done using the DSP/EQ button.
(see page 37)
and play DivX(R) VOD content.
✎ NOTE


This option is not activated if you select OK.To
activate this option, please activate the DivX(R)
Deactivation.
Even after you reset the system, the settings of
DivX(R) Registration will not be reset.
Audio Return Ch.
DivX(R) Deactivation
You can enjoy TV sound from the Home Cinema
speakers by using just one HDMI cable.
Select this to get a new registration code.
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Setup
Language
You can select the language you prefer for onscreen menu, disc menu, etc.
OSD
Language
Select the language for the onscreen displays.
Disc Menu
Select the language for the disc
menu displays.
Change Password
Select Change and enter the 4-digit password to set
the parental lock using the number buttons on the
remote control.
Settings
Display
Parental Rating
: Off
Audio
Password
: Change
►
System
Language
Security
Audio
Subtitle
Select the language for disc audio.
Support
Select the language for disc subtitles.
mMove
a To select a language that does not appear in the
menu, select OTHERS in the Disc Menu, Audio and
Subtitle, and enter the Language code (see page 44).
a You cannot select OTHERS in the OSD Language
menu.
✎ NOTE

The selected language will only appear if it is
supported on the disc.
Security
The Parental Lock function works in conjunction with
DVDs that have been assigned a rating, which helps you
control the types of DVDs that your family watches.
There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc.
" Select
' Return
If you forgot your password
1. Remove the disc.
2. Press and hold the STOP () button on the
remote control for 5 seconds or more. All
settings will revert to the factory settings.
Support
Product Information
Provide the product information such as Model
code, Softrware Version, etc.
Parental Rating
Select the rating level you want to set.
A larger number indicates that the program is intended
for adult use only. For example, if you select up to Level
6, discs that contain Level 7, 8 will not play.
Enter the password and then press the ENTER button.
- The password is set to "0000" by default.
- Once the setup is complete, you will be taken to the
previous screen.
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Audio CD(CD-DA)/MP3/WMA Playback
BA
1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE () button.
2. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc's
label facing up.
3. Press the OPEN/CLOSE () button to close
the disc tray.
Basic Functions
Disc Playback
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Basic Functions
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✎ NOTE

Resume function: When you stop disc play, the
product remembers where you stopped, so when
you press PLAY button again, it will pick up
where you left off. (This function works only with
DVDs.)
Press the STOP button twice during playback to
disable the Resume function.

If no buttons are pressed on the product or
remote control for more than 3 minutes when the
product is in Pause mode, it will change to STOP
mode.

The initial screen may appear different, depending
on the content of the disc.

Pirated discs will not play in this unit because they
violate the CSS(Content Scrambling System: a
copy protection system) recommendations.
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will appear when an invalid button is pressed.
TV Screen Saver/Power Saving Function
• If no button input is made for more than 5 minutes
in Stop or Play mode, the screen saver will get
activated.
• If the product is left in the screen saver mode for
more than 20 minutes, the power will
automatically turn off. (Except during play a music)
0:15 / 3:59
Function DVD/CD
Repeat Play Mode
1. Insert an Audio CD(CD-DA) or an MP3 Disc into the
disc tray.
• For an Audio CD, the first track will be played
automatically.
- Press the #$ buttons to move to the
previous/next track.
• For the MP3/WMA disc, press the ◄►
buttons to select Music, then press the
ENTER button.
- Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to select a
desired file and press the ENTER button.
- Press the  buttons to move to the
previous/next pages.
2. Press the STOP () button to stop playback.
✎ NOTE

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
Some MP3/WMA-CDs may not play, depending on
the recording mode.
Table of contents of a MP3-CD varies depending on
the MP3/WMA track format recorded on the disc.
WMA-DRM files cannot be played.
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Basic Functions
JPEG File Playback
Using the Playback Function
Images captured with a digital camera or camcorder, or
JPEG files on a PC can be stored on a CD and then
played back with this product.
Forward/Reverse Search
dBAD
1. Insert a JPEG disc on the disc tray.
2. Press the ◄► buttons to select Photo, and
then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the folder you
want to play, and then press the ENTER button.
4. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the photo you
want to play, and then press the ENTER button.
• The selected file will play and slide show will
start.
• To stop slide show, press the PAUSE ()
button.
• You can view the previous/next file by
pressing the ◄,► buttons during the
slideshow mode.
Press the  buttons to use the Search
Function.
1➞2➞3➞4
1➞2➞3➞4
✎ NOTE
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No sound is played in search mode.

This function is available only for the CD-DA.
The playback search produces sound only when
searching at 1 and 2 speed.
ROOT
Skipping Scenes/Songs
JPEG 1
JPEG 2
dBAD
JPEG 3
642 X 352
Press the #$ buttons.
• Each time the button is pressed during playback,
the previous or next chapter, track or directory
(file) will be played.
• You cannot skip chapters consecutively.
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Function DVD/CD
Pages
Return
Rotate Function
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Press the GREEN(B) or YELLOW(C) button during the
PAUSE mode.
• GREEN(B) Button: Rotate 90° counterclockwise.
• YELLOW(C) Button: Rotate 90° clockwise.
✎ NOTE

The maximum resolutions supported by this
product are 5120 x 3480 (or 19.0 MPixel) for
standard JPEG files and 2048 x 1536 (or 3.0
MPixel) for progressive image files.
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Slow Motion Play
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Press the PAUSE () button and then  button for
Slow Motion play.
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1 ➞2 ➞3
1 ➞2 ➞3
✎ NOTE


No sound is heard during slow playback.
Reverse slow playback does not work.
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Using the Title Menu
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Press the PAUSE button repeatedly.
• The picture moves forward one frame each time
the button is pressed during playback.
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For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the
title of each movie.
TITLE MENU
1.
✎ NOTE

No sound is heard during step motion playback.
5 Minute Skip function
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During playback, press the ◄,► button.
• Playback skips 5 minutes forward whenever you
press the ► button.
• Playback skips 5 minutes backward whenever
you press the ◄ button.
Basic Functions
Step Motion Play
During playback, press the TITLE
MENU button on the remote
control.
2. Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to make
the desired selection, then press the ENTER
button.
✎ NOTE

Depending on the disc, menu setup items may
vary and this menu may not be available.
✎ NOTE

This function is available only for the DivX that
contains time information.
Using the Disc Menu
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You can view the menus for the audio language,
subtitle language, profile, etc.
1. During playback, press the DISC
MENU button on the remote control.
DISC MENU
2. Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to make
the desired selection, then press the
ENTER button.
✎ NOTE

Depending on the disc, menu setup items may
vary and this menu may not be available.
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Basic Functions
Repeat Playback
A-B Repeat Playback
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dB
DVD/DivX Repeat
You can repeatedly play back a designated section
of a DVD or CD.
You can repeat the title, chapter or the section(A-B
Repeat) of the DVD/DivX.
1. During the DVD disc or CD playback, press the
REPEAT button on the remote control.
Repeat
2. For DVD, press the ▲▼ buttons to select A-.
For CD press the REPEAT button repeatedly
appears.
until
OFF
3. Press the ENTER button at the point where you
want repeat play to start (A).
4. Press the ENTER button at the point where you
want repeat play to stop (B).
1. During DVD/DivX playback, press the
REPEAT button on the remote
control.
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select a
desired repeat mode, then press the
ENTER button.
REPEAT
3. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select OFF to return
to normal play, then press the ENTER button.
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5. To return to normal playback,
For DVD, press the ▲▼ buttons to select to OFF.
For CD, press the REPEAT button to select to .
✎ NOTE

The A-B Repeat function does not operate with
DivX, MP3 or JPEG discs.
Title ➞ Chapter ➞ A - ➞ Off
Title ➞ Folder ➞ All ➞ Off
CD/MP3 Repeat
1. During the CD/ MP3 playback, press the
REPEAT button repeatedly to select the repeat
mode you want.
B
A
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(Repeat Off Repeat Disc Repeat All Random Repeat Section A-B)
(Repeat Off Repeat Track
Repeat Dir (Directory) Repeat All Random)
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1/1
2/20
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0:05:21
1/1 EN AC3 5.1
1/1 EN
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Select
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Change
Select
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1. During playback, press the TOOLS
button on the remote control.
TOOLS
) : To access the desired title
when there is more than one in the disc.
For example, if there is more than one
movie on a DVD, each movie will be
identified as a Title.
Chapter(
) : Most DVD discs are
recorded in chapters so that you can
quickly find a specific chapter.
Playing time( ) : Allows playback of
the film from a desired time. You must
enter the starting time as a reference.
The time search function does not
operate on some discs.
Audio(
): Refers to the film's
soundtrack language. A DVD Disc can
contain up to 8 audio languages.
Subtitle(
): Refers to the subtitle
languages available in the disc. You will
be able to choose the subtitle languages
or, if you prefer, turn them off from the
screen. A DVD Disc can contain up to
32 subtitle languages.
Angle(
): When a DVD contains
multiple angles of a particular scene, you
can use the Angle function.
Selecting the Audio Language
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the
desired item.
3. Press the ◄► buttons to make the desired
setup change and then press the ENTER
button.
- You may use the number buttons of the
remote control to control items.
4. To make Disc information disappear, press the
TOOLS button again.
✎ NOTE



If you are playing contents from the tools menu, some
functions may not be enabled depending on the disc.
You can also select DTS, Dolby Digital or Pro Logic,
depending on the disc.
Some tools menus may differ depending on discs and
files.
Basic Functions
TOOLS menu
Displaying Disc Information
dD
1. Press the TOOLS button.
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select AUDIO (
).
3. Press the ◄► buttons to select the desired
audio language.
• Depending on the of languages on a DVD
disc, a different audio language is selected
each time the button is pressed.
Selecting the Subtitle Language
dD
1. Press the TOOLS button.
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select SUBTITLE (
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Basic Functions
3. Press the ◄► buttons to select the desired
subtitle language.
• Depending on the languages on a DVD disc,
a different subtitle language is selected each
time the button is pressed.
SLEEP
✎ NOTE
Press the SLEEP button.

You can set the time that the Home Cinema will shut
itself off.
• Each time the button is pressed, the
selection changes as follows
SLP 10 SLP 20 SLP 30 SLP 60 SLP 90 SLP 120 SLP 150 OFF.
Depending on the disc, the Subtitle and Audio
Language functions may not be available.
Caption Function
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DIMMER
You can adjust the brightness of the
display on the main unit.
• You must have some experience with video
extraction and editing in order to use this feature
properly.
Press the DIMMER button.
• To use the caption function, save the caption file
(*.smi) in the same file name as that of the DivX
media file (*.avi) within the same folder.
Example. Root
Samsung_007CD1.avi
Samsung_007CD1.smi
• Up to 100 alphanumeric characters or 50 East
Asian characters (2 byte characters such as
Korean and Chinese) for the file name.
• The subtitle of DivX files are *.smi, *.sub, *.srt over
148 kbyte is not supported.
Angle Function
Sound Mode
P.BASS
The P.BASS function provides a bass boost to
reinforce the low frequencies.
The MP3 ENHANCE function provides
better sound quality by upscaling the
sampling frequency.
Press the P.BASS button.
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This function allows you to view the same scene in
different angles.
2 Channel
LPCM source
POWER BASS ON ➞
POWER BASS OFF
MP3 file
MP3 ENHANCE ON ➞
POWER BASS ON ➞
POWER BASS OFF
1. Press the TOOLS button.
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select ANGLE (
3. Press the ◄► buttons to select the desired
angle.
✎ NOTE

The Angle function works only with discs on
which multiple angles have been recorded.
).
✎ NOTE

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The P.BASS function is only available with 2
channel LPCM sources such as MP3, DivX, CD
and WMA.
The P.BASS function does not work with GIGA
SOUND or Dolby Pro Logic ll modes.
If you press P.BASS in the DSP/EQ mode, the
DSP/EQ mode is automatically shut off and the
P. BASS function will be turned on.
The MP3 Enhancement function is only available
with MP3 files.
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DSP (Digital Signal Processor)/EQ
The GIGA Sound Function amplifies bass and improves bass
twice as much for you to appreciate powerful real sound.
The GIGA Sound feature will be applied only to the
subwoofer.
Press the GIGA button.
• DSP (Digital Signal Processor) : DSP modes have
been designed to simulate different acoustic
environments.
• EQ : You can select POPS, JAZZ , ROCK, or USER
to optimize the sound for the genre of music you are
playing.
DSP /EQ
✎ NOTE
Press the DSP/EQ button.

If GIGA Sound is set to 'ON', other sound field
effects will not be applied.

If DOLBY PLII is set to 'ON', the GIGA Sound
effect will not be applied.

The GIGA Sound works when in 2-channel LPCM
mode only.
S.VOL (SMART VOLUME)
This will regulate and stabilize the volume level
against a drastic volume change when changing
channels or during a scene transition.
S . VOL
POPS,
JAZZ,
ROCK
Select POPS, JAZZ, or ROCK,
depending on the genre of music
you're listening to.
USER
You can enjoy music as you set in
“EQ:USER ”.
If you press ENTER in the “EQ:USER”
menu, you will see a window where you
can change the EQ settings to your
preference.
STUDIO
Provides a sense of presence as if in a
studio.
CLUB
Simulates the sound of a dance club
with a throbbing bass beat.
HALL
Provides a clear vocal as if listening in a
concert hall.
MOVIE
Provides the feeling of a movie cinema.
Press the S.VOL button.
• Each time the button is pressed, the
selection changes as follows :
SMART VOLUME ON SMART VOLUME OFF
Basic Functions
GIGA
S/W LEVEL
You can also press the S/W LEVEL button on the
remote control and use the ◄ or ► buttons to adjust
the level of subwoofer.
Press the S/W LEVEL button.
CHURCH
OFF
Provides the feeling of being in a
grand church.
Select this for normal listening.
✎ NOTE


The DSP/EQ function is only available in Stereo
mode.
The DSP/EQ function is not available while
playing AC3 signal in 2.1 channel mode.
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Basic Functions
Dolby Pro Logic II Mode
You can select the desired Dolby Pro
Logic II audio mode.
Press the
PL II button.
MUSIC
When listening to music, you can
experience sound effects as if you are
listening to the actual performance.
MOVIE
Adds realism to the movie soundtrack.
• Manual Tuning : Press the STOP () button to
select MANUAL and then press the TUNING/CH
(
) button to tune in to a lower or higher
frequency.
• Automatic Tuning : Press the STOP () button
to select MANUAL and then press and hold the
) button to automatically
TUNING/CH (
search the band.
Setting Mono/Stereo
Press the MO/ST button.
PROLOG
You can listen to a 2CH sound source
in 5.1CH surround sound with all
speakers active.
- A specific speaker(s) may not be
output depending on the input signal.
MATRIX
You will hear multi-channel surround
sound.
STEREO
Select this to listen to sound from the
front left and right speakers and the
subwoofer only.
✎ NOTE



When selecting Pro Logic II mode, connect
your external device to the AUDIO INPUT jacks
(L and R) on the product. If you connect to only
one of the inputs (L or R), you cannot listen to
surround sound.
The Pro Logic II function is only available in
Stereo mode.
The Pro Logic II function is not available while
playing AC3 signal in 2.1 channel mode.
Listening to Radio
Using buttons on the Remote Control
1. Press the FUNCTION button to select FM.
2. Tune in to the desired station.
• Preset Tuning 1 : You must first add a desired
frequency as a preset. Press the STOP ()
button to select PRESET and then press the
TUNING/CH (
) button to select the preset
station.
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• Each time the button is pressed, the
sound switches between STEREO and
MONO.
• In a poor reception area, select MONO for a clear,
interference-free broadcast.
Presetting Stations
Example : Presetting FM 89.10 in the memory
1. Press the FUNCTION button to select FM.
) button to select
2. Press the TUNING/CH (
<89.10>.
3. Press the TUNER MEMORY button.
• Number flashes on the display.
) buttons
4. Press the TUNING/CH (
to select preset number.
• You can select between 1 and 15
presets.
5. Press the TUNER MEMORY button again.
• Press the TUNER MEMORY button before
number disappears from the display.
• Number disappears from the display and the
station is stored in memory.
6. To preset another station, repeat steps 2 to 5.
About RDS broadcasting
Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to
receive FM stations
RDS allows FM stations to send an additional
signal along with their regular program signals.
For example, the stations send their station names,
as well as information about what type of program
they broadcast, such as sports or music, etc.
When tuned to an FM station which provides the RDS
service, the RDS indicator lights up on the display.
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PTY (Program Type) indication and
• PTY (Program Type) : Displays the type of
programme currently being broadcast.
• PS NAME (Program Service Name) : Indicates the
name of broadcasting station and is composed of 8
characters.
• RT (Radio Text) : Decodes the text broadcast by a
station (if any) and is composed of maximum 64
characters.
• CT (Clock Time) : Decodes the real time clock from
the FM frequency. Some stations may not transmit
PTY, RT or CT information therefore this may not be
displayed in all cases.
• TA (Traffic Announcement) : TA ON/OFF it shows
that the
traffic announcement is in progress.
PTY-SEARCH function
✎ NOTE

RDS may not operate correctly if the station tuned
is not transmitting RDS signal properly or if the
signal strength is weak.
To show the RDS signals
You can see the RDS signals the station sends on
the display.
RDS DISPLAY
Press the RDS DISPLAY button while
listening to an FM station.
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• Each time you press the button, the
display change to show you the following
information : PS NAME RT CT Frequency
PS
(Program
Service)
While searching, <PS> appears and
then the station names will be
displayed. <NO PS> appears if no
signal is sent.
RT
(RadioText)
While searching, <RT> appears and then
text messages the station sends will be
displayed. <NO RT> appears if no signal is
sent.
Frequency
Station frequency (non-RDS service)
About characters shown in the display
Basic Functions
Description on RDS function
One of the advantages of the RDS service is that
you can locate a particular kind of program from
the preset channels by specifying the PTY codes.
To search for a program using the PTY
codes
Before you start!
• The PTY Search is only applicable to preset stations.
• To stop searching any time during the process,
press PTY SEARCH button while searching.
• There is a time limit in doing the following steps.
If the setting is cancelled before you finish, start from
step 1 again.
• When pressing the buttons on the primary remote
control, make sure that you have selected the FM
station using the primary remote control.
DVD
TV
TA
RDS DISPLAY
1
2
3
PTY-
PTY SEARCH
PTY+
4
5
6
1. Press the PTY SEARCH button while listening
to an FM station.
2. Press the PTY- or PTY+ button until the PTY
code you want appears on the display.
• The display gives you the PTY codes
described to the right.
3. Press the PTY SEARCH button again, while the
PTY code selected in the previous step is still on
the display.
• The centre unit searches 15 preset FM stations,
stops when it finds the one you have selected,
and tunes in that station.
When the display shows PS,or RT signals,the following
characters are used.
• The display window cannot differentiate upper case and
lower case letters and always uses upper case letters.
• The display window cannot show accented letters,
<A,> for instance, may stands for accented <A’s>
like <À, Â, Ä, Á, Å and Ã.>
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Advanced Functions
Using an iPod/iPhone
USB Function
Playing Media Files using the
USB Host Feature
If the system is connected to iPod/iPhone using the
USB cable (not included), you can play music in
iPod/iPhone using the system.
You can enjoy media files such as pictures, movies
and music saved on an MP3 player, USB memory
stick or digital camera in high quality video with 5.1
channel sound, by connecting the storage device to
the USB port of the product.
ASC IN/
AUX IN 1
ASC IN/
AUX IN 1
1. Connect iPod/iPhone using the USB cable to
the front USB port.
• Your iPod is automatically turned on.
2. You should press the Function button to switch
to REMOTE IPOD or IPOD mode.
1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the
front panel of the product.
REMOTE
IPOD
No video will be displayed on the
TV. You can just adjust the volume
using the remote control. Play and
Search will be enabled only in your
iPod player.
IPOD
File selection will be enabled on the
TV. The remote control can be
used for adjusting the volume or
playback settings.
2. Press the FUNCTION button to select USB.
• USB appears on the display screen and then
disappears.
3. Press the ◄► buttons to select Videos, Photos
or Music.
- Select a file to play.
Safe USB Removal
To prevent damage to the memory stored in the
USB device, perform safe removal before
disconnecting the USB cable.
• Press the YELLOW(C) button.
- REMOVE will appear on the display.
• Remove the USB cable.
Listening to Music (IPOD mode)
You can play music files stored in the iPod by
connecting it to the product.
Music
✎ NOTE

To listen to your music files with 5.1 channel
sound, you must set the Dolby Pro Logic II
mode to Matrix. (See page 38)

Remove the USB cable from the USB port
slowly. Otherwise, it may cause damage.
Function iPod
Remove USB
1. Press the FUNCTION button to select IPOD.
2. Press the ◄► buttons to select Music.
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- You can use the remote control or product to
control simple playback functions such as the
PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, #/ $, /  and
REPEAT buttons. See page 13.
✎ NOTE



When you are on the phone and also the iPhone is
connected with the product, don't press the
PLAY(►) button.
Adjust the volume to a moderate level before you
connect your iPod and product.
When the product is powered on and you connect
an iPod, the product will charge your iPod's battery.
iPod Music categories
File information including the artist name, album name,
music title and genre will be displayed according to the
ID3 Tag information on the appropriate music file.
Artist
To play by artist.
Generic
To play by genre.
Composers
To play by composer.
Playlist
To play by Playlist.
Album
To play by album.
Songs
To play in numeric or alphabetical order
✎ NOTE


The category list may differ, depending on the
iPod model.
What is an ID3 Tag?
This is what is attached to an MP3 to carry
information relevant to the file such as the title,
artist, album, year, genre and a comment field.
iPod/iPhone models that can be used
with this product
 iPod touch (3rd generation)
 iPod touch (2nd generation)
 iPod touch (1st generation)
 iPod classic
 iPod with video
 iPod with dock connector
 iPod with Click Wheel





iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod nano (1st generation)
 iPhone 3GS
 iPhone 3G
 iPhone
✎ NOTE









“Made for iPod” means
that an electronic
accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to iPod and has
been certified by the developer to meet Apple
performance standards.
“Made for iPhone” means that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPhone and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards.
The volume control may not operated normally
with iPod and iPhone models not listed above. If
you have a problem with any of the models listed
above, please update the software of the iPod/
iPhone to the lastest version.
Depending on the software version of the
iPod, control problems may occur. This is
not a malfunction of the Home Cinema.
Depending on the software version or the type of
the iPod, some operations may differ. Install the
latest iPod software. (recommended)
Playback of applications' contents through the
product may not be guaranteed. We recommend
playing contents downloaded on the iPod.
If you have a problem using iPod, please visit
www.apple.com/support/ipod
This product does not support a video file.
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3. Select the music file to play.
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Advanced Functions
USB Recording
While playing CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio)
using the USB Recording function or listening to the FM
radio or receiving audio source from an external device,
you can record the audio source in the USB memory.



USB Recording works only if the USB device is
formatted in the FAT file system. (The NTFS file
system is not supported.)
The audio signal will not be output during USB
recording of the CD.
When HDMI AUDIO is set to On, the USB
Recording function is not supported.
Ex) USB recording of CD-DA audio contents
1. Connect the USB device to your product.
2. Insert the CD-DA disc into the CD tray.
3. Press the USB REC button on the
remote control.
• To start ripping the current track,
press the USB REC button on the
remote control while the system is
playing a track or stopped temporarily.
• To record the entire CD, press and hold the
USB REC button on the remote control.
- "FULL CD RIPPING" appears on the display
and recording starts.
4. Press the STOP () button to stop recording.
• When USB recording of a CD is completed,
you will find a new folder named
“RECORDING” in the USB drive. The
contents will be saved in the folder in the
MP3 format.
• When USB recording of FM radio or AUX
source is completed, you will find a new folder
named “TUNER RECORDING or AUX
RECORDING” in the USB drive. The contents
will be saved in the folder in the MP3 format.
✎ NOTE





Do not disconnect the USB connection or the
power cable during the USB Recording.
Otherwise, it may cause damage to the data.
To stop USB Recording, press the STOP button
and disconnect the USB device after the system
stops playing the CD completely.
If you disconnect the USB connection during the
USB Recording, the system will turn off and you
will not be able to delete the recorded file.
If you connect the USB device to the system
while it is playing a CD, the system stops
temporarily and will play again.
DTS-CDs cannot be recorded.
If the recording duration is less than 5 seconds, a
recording file may not be created.
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Other Information
Other Information
Troubleshooting
Refer to the chart below when this product does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is
not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off the product, disconnect the power cord,
and contact the nearest authorized dealer or Samsung Electronics Service Centre.
Symptom
Check/Remedy
I cannot eject the disc.
• Is the power cord plugged securely into the outlet?
• Turn off the power and then turn it back on.
The iPod fails to connect.
• Check the condition of the iPod connector.
• Keep the iPod S/W version up to date.
Playback does not start.
• Check the region number of the DVD.
DVD discs purchased from abroad may not be playable.
• CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs cannot be played on this product.
• Make sure that the rating level is correct.
Playback does not start
immediately when the
Play/Pause button is pressed.
• Are you using a deformed disc or a disc with scratches on the surface?
• Wipe the disc clean.
Sound is not produced.
• No sound is heard during fast playback, slow playback, and step motion playback.
• Are the speakers connected properly? Is the speaker setup correctly customized?
• Is the disc severely damaged?
Sound can be heard only from a
few speakers and not all 6.
• On certain DVD discs, sound is output from the front speakers only.
• Check if the speakers are connected properly.
• Adjust the volume.
• When listening to a CD, radio or TV, sound is output to the front speakers only.
Select "PROLOG" by pressing
PL II (Dolby Pro Logic II) on the remote control to
use all six speakers.
Dolby Digital 5.1 CH Surround
Sound is not produced.
• Is there "Dolby Digital 5.1 CH" mark on the disc? Dolby Digital 5.1 CH Surround Sound is
produced only if the disc is recorded with 5.1 channel sound.
• Is the audio language correctly set to Dolby Digital 5.1-CH in the information display?
The remote control does not work.
• Is the remote control being operated within its operation range of angle and distance?
• Are the batteries drained?
• Have you selected the correct mode(RECEIVER DVD/TV)?
• Disc is rotating but no
picture is produced.
• Picture quality is poor and
picture is shaking.
• Is the TV power on?
• Are the video cables connected properly?
• Is the disc dirty or damaged?
• A poorly manufactured disc may not be playable.
Audio language and subtitles do not work.
• Audio language and subtitles will not work if the disc does not contain them.
The Disc/Title menu screen does not
appear even when the Disc/Title
function is selected.
• Are you using a disc that does not contain menus?
Aspect ratio cannot be changed.
• You can play 16:9 DVDs in 16:9 WIDE mode, 4:3 LETTER BOX mode, or 4:3 PAN
SCAN mode, but 4:3 DVDs can be seen in 4:3 ratio only. Refer to the DVD disc
jacket and then select the appropriate function.
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Other Information
Symptom
Check/Remedy
• The product is not working.
(Example: The power goes out or
the front panel key doesn't work
or a strange noise is heard.)
• The product is not working
normally.
The rating level password has been
forgotten.
Can't receive radio broadcast.
• Press and hold the STOP () button on the remote control for longer than
5 seconds with no disc (reset function).
Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings.
Do not use this unless necessary.
• While “NO DISC” message appears on the display of the product, press and hold the
remote control's STOP () button for longer than 5 seconds. “INIT” appears on the
display and all settings will return to the default values.
And then press the POWER button.
Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings.
Do not use this unless necessary.
• Is the antenna connected properly?
• If the antenna's input signal is weak, install an external FM antenna in an area with good
reception.
Language code list
Enter the appropriate code number for OTHERS in the Disc Menu, Audio and Subtitle. (See page 30).
Code
Language
Code
Language
Code
Language
Code
Language
Code
Language
Code
Language
1027
Afar
1142
Greek
1239
Interlingue
1345
Malagasy
1482
Kirundi
1527
1028
Abkhazian
1144
English
1245
Inupiak
1347
Maori
1483
Romanian
1528
Thai
1032
Afrikaans
1145
Esperanto
1248
Indonesian
1349
Macedonian
1489
Russian
1529
Tigrinya
1039
Amharic
1149
Spanish
1253
Icelandic
1350
Malayalam
1491
Kinyarwanda
1531
Turkmen
1044
Arabic
1150
Estonian
1254
Italian
1352
Mongolian
1495
Sanskrit
1532
Tagalog
1045
Assamese
1151
Basque
1257
Hebrew
1353
Moldavian
1498
Sindhi
1534
Setswana
1051
Aymara
1157
Persian
1261
Japanese
1356
Marathi
1501
Sangro
1535
Tonga
1052
Azerbaijani
1165
Finnish
1269
Yiddish
1357
Malay
1502
Serbo-Croatian
1538
Turkish
1053
Bashkir
1166
Fiji
1283
Javanese
1358
Maltese
1503
Singhalese
1539
Tsonga
1057
Byelorussian
1171
Faeroese
1287
Georgian
1363
Burmese
1505
Slovak
1540
Tatar
1059
Bulgarian
1174
French
1297
Kazakh
1365
Nauru
1506
Slovenian
1543
Twi
1060
Bihari
1181
Frisian
1298
Greenlandic
1369
Nepali
1507
Samoan
1557
Ukrainian
1069
Bislama
1183
Irish
1299
Cambodian
1376
Dutch
1508
Shona
1564
Urdu
1066
Bengali;
Bangla
1186
Scots Gaelic
1300
Canada
1379
Norwegian
1509
Somali
1572
Uzbek
1067
Tibetan
1194
Galician
1301
Korean
1393
Occitan
1511
Albanian
1581
Vietnamese
1070
Breton
1196
Guarani
1305
Kashmiri
1403
(Afan) Oromo
1512
Serbian
1587
Volapuk
1079
Catalan
1203
Gujarati
1307
Kurdish
1408
Oriya
1513
Siswati
1613
Wolof
1093
Corsican
1209
Hausa
1311
Kirghiz
1417
Punjabi
1514
Sesotho
1632
Xhosa
1097
Czech
1217
Hindi
1313
Latin
1428
Polish
1515
Sundanese
1665
Yoruba
1103
Welsh
1226
Croatian
1326
Lingala
1435
Pashto, Pushto
1516
Swedish
1684
Chinese
1697
Zulu
1105
Danish
1229
Hungarian
1327
Laothian
1436
Portuguese
1517
Swahili
1109
German
1233
Armenian
1332
Lithuanian
1463
Quechua
1521
Tamil
1130
Bhutani
1235
Interlingua
1334
Latvian,
Lettish
1481
RhaetoRomance
1525
Tegulu
44
Tajik
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Other Information
Specifications
General
FM Tuner
Weight
2.7 Kg
Dimensions
430 (W) x 59 (H) x 249 (D) mm
Operating Temperature Range
+5°C~+35°C
Operating Humidity Range
10 % to 75 %
Signal/noise ratio
70 dB
Usable sensitivity
10 dB
Total harmonic distortion
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)
Disc
CD : 12 cm (COMPACT DISC)
CD : 8cm (COMPACT DISC)
Composite Video
0.5 %
Reading Speed : 3.49 ~ 4.06 m/sec.
Approx. Play Time (Single Sided, Single Layer Disc) : 135 min.
Reading Speed : 4.8 ~ 5.6 m/sec.
Maximum Play Time : 74 min.
Reading Speed : 4.8 ~ 5.6 m/sec.
Maximum Play Time : 20 min.
480i(576i)
1 channel : 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω load)
480i(576i)
Video Output
Component Video
Y : 1.0 Vp-p (75 Ω load)
Pr : 0.70 Vp-p (75 Ω load)
Pb : 0.70 Vp-p (75 Ω load)
Video/Audio
Amplifier
HDMI
Front speaker output
1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p(576p)
167W x 2(3Ω)
Center speaker output
167W(3Ω)
Surround speaker output
166W x 2(3Ω)
Subwoofer output
167W(3Ω)
Frequency range
20Hz~20KHz
S/N Ratio
65dB
Channel separation
60dB
Input sensitivity
(AUX)800mV
*: Nominal specification
- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice.
- Weight and dimensions are approximate.
- Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
- For the power supply and Power Consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.
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Other Information
HT-D550
Speaker system
Speaker
Impedance
Frequency range
Output sound pressure level
Rated input
Maximum input
5.1ch speaker system
Front
3
140Hz~20KHz
86dB/W/M
167W
334W
Surround
3
140Hz~20KHz
86dB/W/M
166W
332W
Center
3
140Hz~20KHz
86dB/W/M
167W
334W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Front/ Surround : 90 x 141.5 x 68.5 mm
Center : 360 x 74.5 x 68.5 mm
Subwoofer : 168 x 350 x 285 mm
Weights
Front/ Surround : 0.58 Kg,
Center : 0.96 Kg, Subwoofer : 3.6 Kg
Subwoofer
3
40Hz~160Hz
88dB/W/M
167W
334W
HT-D555
Speaker system
Speaker
Impedance
Frequency range
Output sound pressure level
Rated input
Maximum input
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weights
46
5.1ch speaker system
Center
Front
Surround
Subwoofer
3
3
3
3
140Hz~20KHz 140Hz~20KHz 140Hz~20KHz 40Hz~160Hz
86dB/W/M
86dB/W/M
86dB/W/M
88dB/W/M
167W
167W
167W
166W
334W
334W
332W
334W
Front/Surround : 90 x 1300 x 119 mm (stand base : 250 x 250)
Center : 360 x 74.5 x 68.5 mm
Subwoofer : 168 x 350 x 285 mm
Front/Surround : 3.8 Kg, Center : 0.96 Kg
Subwoofer : 3.6 Kg
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