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  • Page 36 FULL MANUAL HW-T550 Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register...
  • Page 37 Refer to the table below for an explanation of • Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or symbols which may be on your Samsung product. splashing. Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
  • Page 38 This equipment generates, uses and approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not location, go to our website:www.samsung.com/ installed and used in accordance with the recycling Or call, 1‐800‐SAMSUNG instructions, may cause harmful interference to WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm radio communications.
  • Page 39 PRECAUTIONS 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce 1. Ensure that the AC power supply in your heat. house complies with the power 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the requirements listed on the identification polarized or grounding-type plug.
  • Page 40 See this manual for safety instructions, product installation, components, connections, and product specifications. FULL MANUAL You can access the FULL MANUAL on Samsung’s on-line customer support center by scanning the QR code on the left. To see the manual on your PC or mobile device, download the manual in document format from Samsung’s website.
  • Page 41 CONTENTS Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- Product Overview Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- –...
  • Page 42 Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote Control ------------------------- Adjusting the Soundbar volume with a TV remote control ------------------------- Using the Hidden Buttons (Buttons with more than one function) ------------------------- Output specifications for the different sound effect modes ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount...

  • Page 43: Checking The Components

    • For more information about the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. (Label: Bottom of the Soundbar Main Unit) • To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care.

  • Page 44: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. Top Panel Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off.

  • Page 45: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    Bottom Panel of the Soundbar HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI IN HDMI TO TV (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) AUX IN DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device.

  • Page 46: Connecting The Soundbar

    03 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components to connect the Subwoofer and Soundbar to an electrical outlet in the following order: 1. Connect the power cord to the Subwoofer. 2. Connect the power output cable to the power adapter, and then to the Soundbar. 3.

  • Page 47: Connecting The Soundbar To The Subwoofer

    Soundbar unit is connected properly. Connect again. See the instructions for Connection failed manual connection on page 7. Red and See the contact information for the Blinking Malfunction blue Samsung Service Center in this manual. ENG - 6...

  • Page 48: Manually Connecting The Subwoofer If Automatic Connection Fails

    • The ID SET message appears on the display of the Soundbar for a moment, and then it disappears. • The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec ID SET 3.

  • Page 49: Connecting An Swa-8500S (Sold Separately) To Your Soundbar

    Wireless Receiver Module (sold separately) is clear of any obstructions. Connecting an SWA-8500S (Sold Separately) to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-8500S, sold separately) to your Soundbar. 1. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to 2 Surround Speakers.
  • Page 50 • The ID SET message appears on the display of the Soundbar for a moment, and then it disappears. • The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec ID SET CAUTION •...

  • Page 51: Connecting To Your Tv

    04 CONNECTING TO YOUR TV Hear TV sound from your Soundbar through wired or wireless connections. • When the Soundbar is connected to selected Samsung TVs, the Soundbar can be controlled using the TV’s remote control. – This feature is supported by 2017 and later Samsung Smart TVs that support Bluetooth when you connect the Soundbar to the TV using an optical cable.

  • Page 52: Connecting A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable Connect to the HDMI IN HDMI Cable (ARC) port of your TV. Bottom of the Soundbar (not supplied) HDMI TO TV HDMI IN (ARC) (ARC) Connect to the HDMI TO TV (ARC) port of the Soundbar main unit.

  • Page 53: Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly

    4. You can now hear TV sound from the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar T5-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 3.
  • Page 54 Disconnecting the Soundbar from the TV Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control and switch to any mode but “BT”. • Disconnecting takes time because the TV must receive a response from the Soundbar. (The time required may differ, depending on the TV model.) •...

  • Page 55: Connecting An External Device

    05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired connection or Bluetooth connection to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Bottom of the Soundbar Game console DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)

  • Page 56: Connecting Using An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting using an HDMI Cable Top of the Soundbar HDMI HDMI External Device HDMI Cable HDMI OUT (not supplied) HDMI TO TV (ARC) Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI IN HDMI Cable (ARC) (not supplied) 1. Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI jack on the back of the product to the HDMI OUT jack on your digital device.

  • Page 57: Connecting A Usb Storage Device

    06 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV HDMI IN (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) 1.

  • Page 58: Connecting A Mobile Device

    3. Play music files from the device connected via Bluetooth through the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar T5-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 59 • You cannot connect the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device that supports only the HF (Hands Free) function. • Once you have paired the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device, selecting “[AV] Samsung Soundbar T5-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT”...
  • Page 60 Disconnecting the Bluetooth device from a Soundbar You can disconnect a Bluetooth device from the Soundbar. For instructions, see the Bluetooth device’s user manual. • The Soundbar will be disconnected. • When the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device, the Soundbar will display “BT DISCONNECTED”...
  • Page 61 Soundbar at the same time. NOTES • Only 1 Samsung TV, or 2 Bluetooth devices can be connected to the Soundbar at one time. • The Soundbar will be disconnected from Bluetooth devices when it receives a connection request from a Samsung TV.

  • Page 62: Using The Remote Control

    08 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Turns the Soundbar on and off. Power Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. PAIR Source Press the (Mute) button to mute the sound. Press it again to unmute the sound. PAIR PAIR Mute...
  • Page 63 • DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Lets you apply dynamic range control to Dolby Digital tracks. Press and hold the SOUND MODE button while the Soundbar is powered off to turn DRC (Dynamic Range Control) on or off. With the DRC turned on, loud sound is reduced. (The sound may be distorted.) •...
  • Page 64 • Volume Restriction function To protect your hearing, the Volume Restriction function restricts the volume to 20 if you turn on the Soundbar when the volume is set higher than 20. – The default value for the Volume Restriction function is Off. You must turn it on to activate it.

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control

    The default mode for this function is – Each time you push the WOOFER button control by a Samsung TV remote. If your TV is not up and hold it for 5 seconds, the mode a Samsung TV, follow the directions below to switches in the following order: change the settings of this function.

  • Page 66: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    2.0 ch 2.1 ch 4.1 ch DTS VIRTUAL:X 5.1 ch 2.1 ch 4.1 ch WOOFER • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. ENG - 25...

  • Page 67: Installing The Wall Mount

    09 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. • Do not install in a place with high temperature or humidity. Holder-Screw Screw • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight.
  • Page 68 2. Align the Wall Mount Guide’s Center Line 5. Push a screw (not supplied) through each with the center of your TV (if you are Holder-Screw, and then screw each screw mounting the Soundbar below your TV), and firmly into a support screw hole. then fix the Wall Mount Guide to the wall using tape.

  • Page 69: Software Update

    USB port on Mounts, and then slide the Bracket-Wall your Soundbar. For more information about how Mounts down so that the Bracket-Wall to download update files, go to the Samsung Mounts rest securely on the Electronics website at Holder-Screws.

  • Page 70: Update Procedure

    • Do not disconnect the power or remove the the firmware update to fail. USB device while updates are being applied. 2. Go to the Samsung website at The main unit will turn off automatically after https://www.samsung.com/us/support/ completing the firmware update.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the table below if 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). The unit will not turn on.

  • Page 72: License

    Bluetooth repair. SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

  • Page 73: Specifications And Guide

    Dimensions (W x H x D) (200.6 x 353.0 x 290.0 mm) AMPLIFIER Rated Output power 160W NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 32...
  • Page 74 LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited...
  • Page 75 Certifi cation model only QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? AREA CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG IN THE US www.samsung.com/us/support 85 Challenger Road (726-7864) Ridgefi eld Park, NJ 07660 © 2020 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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