Safety Information Regulatory Compliance Statements CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. This symbol indicates that CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF This symbol indicates high voltage is present ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE that this product comes inside. It is dangerous to THE COVER (OR BACK).
FCC Statement: (for U.S.A) ❚ Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Important Safety Instructions ❚ Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water.
WARNING To remove the battery, contact an authorized service center. To obtain battery removal instructions, please visit samsung.com/global/ecodesign_energy You must not remove (or attempt to remove) the battery incorporated in this product on your own. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE BATTERY ON YOUR OWN OR DISPOSE OF IT IN A FIRE.
• Installing the product in environments with high heat or humidity, dust, or extreme cold, can lead to quality problems or cause the product to malfunction. Before you install the product in an environment that is outside the norm, please contact a Samsung dealer or service center for additional information.
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• If the product emits an abnormal sound or a burnt smell or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and contact a Samsung dealer or service center. • If you smell gas, ventilate the room immediately. Do not touch the power plug of the product.
Cleaning Precautions ......... vii Using 2 speakers - Stereo function Getting Started (For the VL350) ..........17 Connecting with a Samsung Smart TV ..19 Checking the Components ......2 Connecting an Amazon product ....20 Product Overview ..........3 Top / Front / Right Side of the Speaker ..3 Installing the Wall Mount Rear of the Speaker........5...
AC cord input facing upwards, water or other foreign substances could enter the Adapter and cause the Adapter to malfunction. To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care.
Product Overview Top / Front / Right Side of the Speaker ❚ Bluetooth Wi-Fi Volume Touch and drag the touch wheel clockwise to adjustment increase the volume. (Turning the Touch and drag the touch wheel Touch-wheel) counterclockwise to decrease the volume. Play / Pause Touch p to play or pause music.
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Description Display Status Operation Mode Connected / Normal operation Booting White Ready to connect to Dial Controller Blinking Updating the firmware Ready to connect to Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Blue Blinking Waiting to connect the device Bluetooth Connection error Yellow Blink once When the volume is set to Min or Max Power saver If the speaker is not used for more than 5 minutes, the speaker's mode changes to Standby to decrease energy consumption.
DC 24V POWER RESET NETWORK Rear of the Speaker ❚ SERVICE AUX IN RESET RESET Button POWER RESET (DC IN) CONNECT POWER RESET (DC IN) CONNECT SERVICE AUX IN SERVICE DC 24V POWER AUX IN NETWORK SERVICE AUX IN 1. Connect the power cord to the AC/DC adapter. (For the VL550) POWER (DC IN) 2.
Using the Dial Controller Top of the Dial Controller ❚ Multi-Function Button LED Display Volume wheel Voice MIC Play / Pause Touch to play or pause music. Play the next Touch to play the next music file. music file. Play the previous Touch to play the previous music file.
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LED Display The indicator blinks, lights, or changes color depending on the speaker's status. Description Status Operation Battery All Off Standby Battery discharged Normal operation Fully charged White Waiting for connection to Blinking the speaker Mobile voice recognition Cyan active (Bluetooth only) Speaker connection failure Error...
Bottom of the Dial Controller ❚ To expose the bottom of the Dial Controller, remove the bottom cover. • Charge your Dial Controller before turning on the power. • To charge, connect the Dial Controller to a charger or a computer USB port using a Micro USB cable (Micro USB to Standard USB - not supplied).
Connecting the Dial Controller and Speaker ❚ * Before use of the Dial Controller Charge the Dial Controller until the LED lights. DC 5V (When fully charged, the LED changes to Charger with RESET CONNECT white.) Micro USB Cable (not supplied) CONNECT POWER RESET...
5 seconds or more. 5 Sec Select the speaker from the Bluetooth list on your mobile device, and then connect it. (e.g. [AV] Samsung AKG VL5) “[AV] Samsung AKG VL*” Mobile device * Reconnection Only Step 2 is required when reconnecting to mobile devices.
• You cannot configure the settings for the devices that are not supported by the SmartThings app. • SmartThings requirements : Android 6.0 or newer version / iOS 10.0 or newer version • To use the SmartThings app, a Samsung Account is required. Android SmartThings app Mobile device Follow the instructions on the app screen to complete settings.
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Repeat steps 1-3 to connect all speakers to the same wireless router. • Spotify Premium users can enjoy music by using the Spotify app. Follow the instruction below to reconnect or connect to a new wireless router. CONNECT POWER RESET (DC IN) 5 Sec CONNECT...
Connecting to an External Device Connecting an external device via an AUX cable ❚ You can connect a mobile device via an AUX cable, and then enjoy sound from the device through the speaker. Press the button on the right side of the speaker to switch to AUX mode. POWER RESET (DC IN)
Additional Functions Using the Mobile Device Voice Recognition Service Dedicated functions in Bluetooth mode • This function can be used only when a mobile device is connected via Bluetooth. • The operation may differ depending on the specifications of the mobile device. 2 Sec Mobile device Voice Recognition Service Depending on the voice recognition service provided by your mobile device (e.g.
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When the LED turns cyan, the device's voice recognition function is activated. Speak directly into the Dial Controller to use the voice recognition service. For S voice on Samsung Galaxy devices, be sure to release the lock pattern to use the function. CAUTION 9 Maintain a distance of at least 0.6 inches between your face and the Dial Controller when using the voice recognition...
• Using 2 speakers - Audio Group function • Using 2 speakers - Stereo function (For the VL350) • Connecting with a Samsung Smart TV • Connecting an Amazon product All speakers should be connected to the same wireless router.
Select Audio Group in the SmartThings app. Select from the Touch "Audio Select the second Touch at the top device list. right. Group". speaker, and then touch “SAVE”. Using 2 speakers - Stereo function (For the VL350) ❚ Use the SmartThings app to connect and enjoy two speakers in Stereo. Make sure all the speakers you want to group are connected to the same wireless router.
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Select Stereo in the SmartThings app. Select from the Touch at the top Touch "Stereo". device list. right. Touch "Select Select the second Speaker". speaker, and then touch “DONE”. ENG - 18...
1. This feature is available only for Samsung Smart TVs released in 2014 and later. 2. The TV must be connected to a wireless router. 3. Your Samsung speakers must be connected to the wireless router that your TV is connected to. (Refer to the TV's user manual for connection details.)
❚ • This feature may not be available in some countries. • This service is provided by Amazon and can be terminated at any time. Samsung does not assume responsibility for service availability. Connect and use with an Amazon product (Amazon Echo) Use an Amazon Echo product to control your Speaker and enjoy music services provided by Amazon Echo.
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In the Alexa app, search “Samsung Wireless Audio” in Skills, and then select ENABLE. • Skip this step if you have Skills set up already. Amazon Alexa Select "Skills" Search "ENABLE" In the Alexa app, tap Smart Home → Devices → DISCOVER to complete the connection.
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Use voice commands to control the Speaker • The Amazon Echo service you can use with your Speaker is limited to music. Other services provided by Amazon Echo, such as news and weather, can only be accessed through your Amazon Echo product. Trigger + Command Speaker name...
Please have a qualified installer install the Wall Mount Bracket. Ask a professional installation company to mount your product on the wall. Samsung Electronics is not liable for any damage to the product due to the product being installed inappropriately.
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Fix the Bracket-Wall, and then fasten the Wall Fixing Screw from the left hole. Wall Bracket-Wall Wall Fixing Screw (not supplied) Fasten the Wall Fixing Screw in the right hole. • When leveling is not made correctly, slightly unfasten the Wall Fixing Screw on the left and then adjust the Bracket-Wall up or down for leveling.
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Align the Bracket-Screw on the main unit to fit into the large groove of Bracket-Wall. Slide it in the arrow direction until it is seated in the small groove. • Be sure to slide it in the arrow direction until it is seated in the small groove of the Bracket-Wall.
Refer to the table below when this product does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the product, disconnect the power cord, and contact Samsung Electronics at 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864). Symptom...
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(10 page) Click here. the speaker on the mobile device or TV again. • This feature supports Samsung For a Wi-Fi connection • Check if your TV is a Smart TVs released in 2014 and later.
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• Press the CONNECT button in the back of the speaker for 5 seconds or longer to enter standby mode and try to connect again. If the problem persists, contact the Samsung Call Center for troubleshooting. ENG - 28...
• Weight and dimensions are approximate. • Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect or call, (877) 278 - 0799. • For further details on using the speaker, visit www.samsung.com.
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In Wi-Fi mode, press the Play / Pause button (on the top side) Disabling and the CONNECT button (in the rear) together, and then hold for Wi-Fi 30 seconds or more to disable Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi Press the Wi-Fi button on the right side of the speaker while Wi-Fi Enabling is disabled, and then hold for 30 seconds or more to enable Wi-Fi Wi-Fi...
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SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
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Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center listed for your country. Country Contact Center Web Site North America ■ U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/us/support www.samsung.com/ca/support (English)
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