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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-MM55 / HW-MM55C 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 2 SAFETY INFORMATION • The following also applies to the Wireless WARNING Subwoofer (PS-WN30). • To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. • To prevent injury, this apparatus must be SAFETY WARNINGS securely attached to the floor/wall in TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO...
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions • Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna. Read these operating instructions carefully • Increasing the separation between the before using the unit. Follow all the safety equipment and receiver. instructions listed below. Keep these operating • Connecting the equipment to an outlet that is instructions handy for future reference.
  • Page 4 12. Use only with the cart, stand, 3. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or tripod, bracket, or table other heat sources. This could lead to specified by the manufacturer, overheating and cause the unit to or sold with the apparatus. malfunction.
  • Page 5 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. To see the manual on your PC or mobile device, download the manual in document format from the website.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Checking the Components Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AA batteries X 2) ------------------------- Product Overview Front Panel / Right Side Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Bottom Panel of the Soundbar ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer -------------------------...
  • Page 7 Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Using the Samsung Audio Remote App ------------------------- – Installing the Samsung Audio Remote App ------------------------- – Launching the Samsung Audio Remote App ------------------------- Using the Remote Control How to Use the Remote Control...
  • Page 8: Checking The Components

    5. • For Soundbar wall mounting components, see page 27. • To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care. • The appearance of the accessories may differ slightly from the illustrations above.
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Right Side Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. Right Side of the Soundbar Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. +/- (Volume) Button Adjusts the volume.
  • Page 10: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI IN USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) AUX IN DC 24V HDMI IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN DC 24V (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI OUT Wi-Fi SETUP SPK ADD (TV-ARC) AUX IN DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device.
  • Page 11: Connecting The Soundbar

    03 CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR Connecting Electrical Power Use the power components (1, 2, 3) 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 Connect the power cord to a wall socket.
  • Page 12: 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 13: Manually Connecting The Subwoofer If Automatic Connection Fails

    Manually connecting the Subwoofer if automatic connection fails Before performing the manual connection procedure below: • Check whether the power cables for the Soundbar and subwoofer are connected properly. • Make sure that the Soundbar is turned on. 1. Press and hold ID SET on the rear of the subwoofer for at least 5 seconds. •...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Swa-8500S To A Soundbar (Sold Separately)

    Wireless Receiver Module (Sold separately) location is clear of any obstructions. Connecting the SWA-8500S to a Soundbar (Sold Separately) Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-8500S) to your Soundbar (Sold separately). 1. Connect the Wireless Receiver Module to the two Surround Speakers.
  • Page 15 2. Plug in the Wireless Receiver Module, and then check its standby status. • The LINK LED indicator (blue LED) on the Wireless Receiver Module should blink. If the LED does not blink, press the ID SET button on the back of the Wireless Receiver Module with a pen tip for 5~6 seconds until the LINK LED indicator blinks (in Blue).
  • Page 16: 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 a 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 17: Connecting A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable

    Auto Power Link Auto Power Link automatically turns on the Soundbar when the TV is turned on. 1. Connect the Soundbar and a TV with a digital optical cable as described in Step 1 on the previous page. 2. Press the Left button on the remote control (the blue spot in the illustration to the right) for 5 seconds to turn Auto Power Link on or off.
  • Page 18: Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly

    3. Select Bluetooth mode on the TV. (For more information, see the TV’s manual.) 4. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Mxxx M-Series” from the list on the TV’s screen. An available Soundbar is indicated with “Need Pairing” or “Paired” in the TV Bluetooth device list.
  • Page 19 If the device fails to connect • If the previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Mxxx M-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 4. NOTE • After you have connected the Soundbar to your TV the first time, use the “BT READY” mode to reconnect.
  • Page 20: Connecting An External Device

    05 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE Connect to an external device via a wired or wireless network to play the external device’s sound through the Soundbar. Connecting using an Optical or Analog Audio (AUX) Cable Right Side of the Soundbar BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)
  • Page 21: Connecting Using An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting using an HDMI Cable • The HDMI cable is supplied only for the MM55C. Bottom of Soundbar External Device HDMI IN HDMI OUT HDMI Cable (not supplied) HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) HDMI IN HDMI Cable (ARC) (not supplied) HDMI Right Side of the Soundbar 1.
  • Page 22: Connecting A Usb Storage Device

    2.0 USB jack (Type A) on the other end to the micro USB jack on your Soundbar. • Micro USB to USB adapter Cable is sold separately. To purchase, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care.
  • Page 23 File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bitrate *.mp3 MPEG 1 Layer2 16KHz ~ 48KHz 80kbps~320kbps MPEG 1 Layer3 16KHz ~ 48KHz 80kbps~320kbps MPEG 2 Layer3 16KHz ~ 48KHz 80kbps~320kbps MPEG 2.5 Layer3 16KHz ~ 48KHz 80kbps~320kbps *.wma Wave_Format_MSAudio1 16KHz ~ 48KHz 56kbps~128kbps...
  • Page 24: Connecting A Mobile Device

    Soundbar or on the remote control for more than 5 seconds to display “BT PAIRING”. 3. On your device, select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Mxxx M-Series” from the list that appears. • When a Soundbar is connected to the Bluetooth device, [Bluetooth Device Name] → “BT”...
  • Page 25 • 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 Mxxx M-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT”...
  • Page 26 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 27: Using The Samsung Audio Remote App

    Samsung Audio Remote app from the Google Play store. Market search : Samsung Audio Remote Launching the Samsung Audio Remote App To launch and use the Samsung Audio Remote app, touch the Audio Remote icon on your smart device, and then follow the directions on the screen. Samsung...
  • Page 28: Using The Remote Control

    08 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL How to Use the Remote Control Turns the Soundbar on and off. Power You can select from TREBLE, BASS, or AUDIO SYNC. • To control the volume of the treble or bass Sound Control sound, select TREBLE or BASS in Sound Settings, and then adjust the volume between -6~+6 by using the Up/Down buttons.
  • Page 29 Bluetooth Surround POWER You can select the desired sound effect by choosing STANDARD, MUSIC, CLEAR VOICE, SOUND SPORTS, or MOVIE. MODE Select the “STANDARD” mode if you want to enjoy the original sound. SOUND MODE • DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Lets you apply dynamic range control to Dolby Digital tracks.
  • Page 30 Bluetooth POWER button once. Then “OFF-BLUETOOTH POWER” appears on the front display. – If the “D.IN” mode is on and the Soundbar is connected to a Samsung smart TV released in 2017 or later, the Soundbar can be controlled with the TV remote control.
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control

    • After installing the Soundbar, you can adjust the Soundbar’s volume using the IR remote control that came with a Samsung TV. (If you do not want to use this function, when the Soundbar is on, press and hold the Surround button for 5 seconds. “OFF-TV REMOTE” appears in the Soundbar’s display and the function turns off.)
  • Page 32: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    5.1 ch 2.0 ch 3.1 ch 5.1 ch MOVIE 5.1 ch 3.1 ch 5.1 ch WOOFER • Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. ENG - 26...
  • Page 33: Installing The Wall Mount

    09 INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. • Do not install in a place with high temperature or humidity. • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight. If not, reinforce the wall or choose another installation point.
  • Page 34 1. Place the Wall Mount Guide against the wall 3. Push a pen tip or sharpened pencil tip surface. through the center of the A-TYPE images on • The Wall Mount Guide must be level. each end of the Guide to mark the holes for •...
  • Page 35 6. Use the two Screws (M4 x L12) to attach both • The left and right mounts are different shapes. Make sure to position them Bracket-Wall Mount L and R to the correctly. Soundbar’s bottom. For a proper fit, make sure to align the bumps on the Soundbar to the holes on the brackets.
  • Page 36: Detaching The Soundbar From The Wall

    Wall UPDATE 1. To separate the Soundbar from the wall mount, push it in the direction of arrow, tilt it Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s up slightly, and then pull it away from the system firmware in the future. wall as shown.
  • Page 37: Updating Procedure

    2. Follow the steps below to download the device. product software: • Do not disconnect the power or remove Go to the Samsung website at the USB device while updates are being (samsung.com) search for the model name applied. The main unit will turn off ...
  • Page 38: 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 39: License

    12 LICENSE 13 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE To send inquiries and requests regarding open sources, contact Samsung via Email Manufactured under license from Dolby (oss.request@samsung.com). Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of 14 IMPORTANT Dolby Laboratories.
  • Page 40: Specifications And Guide

    Rated Output power 160W, 3 ohm NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • 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...
  • Page 41 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 42 Pine Brook, New Jersey 07058 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY 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 © 2018 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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