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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-M4500 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 WARNING • The following also applies to the Wireless Subwoofer (PS-WM20). • 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 Top Panel / Front 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 26. • HDMI cable is sold separately. To purchase, 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 Top Panel / Front Panel of the Soundbar Position the product so that the SAMSUNG logo is located on the top. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. -/+ (Volume) Button Adjusts the volume. • When adjusted, the volume level appears on the Soundbar’s front display.

  • Page 10: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar

    Bottom Panel of the Soundbar AUX IN HDMI IN OPTICAL IN HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) DC 19V HDMI IN 5V 0.5A AUX IN 5V 0.5A HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) OPTICAL IN 5V 0.5A DC 19V AUX IN Connect to the Analog output of an external device. OPTICAL IN (D.IN) 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) to connect the units to electrical outlets in the following order: 1.) Subwoofer  2.) Soundbar Main Unit. See the illustrations below. • For more information about the required electrical power and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.

  • 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 the manual. ENG - 6...

  • Page 13: Manually Connecting The Subwoofer If Automatic Connection Fails

    Manually connecting the subwoofer if automatic connection fails Check before performing the manual connection • 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. The red indicator on the top of the subwoofer turns off and the blue indicator blinks.
  • Page 14 • For optimal listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless subwoofer and Wireless Receiver Module (Sold separately) location is clear of any obstructions. Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-8500S) to your Soundbar (Sold separately). For more information, see the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit manual.

  • Page 15: 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. – When using optical cable, this feature can be supported by 2017 Samsung Smart TVs that support Bluetooth.

  • Page 16: 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. 2. Press the (Source) button on the top panel or on the remote control, and then select “D.IN”. 3.

  • Page 17: Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly

    3. Select Bluetooth mode on the TV. (For more information, see the TV’s manual.) 4. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Mxxxx M-Series” from the list on TV’s screen. An available Soundbar is indicated with “Need Pairing” or “Paired” on the TV Bluetooth device list.
  • Page 18 If the device fails to connect • If the previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Mxxxx M-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • In “BT” mode, press and hold the (Source) button for more than 5 seconds on the top panel of the Soundbar or on the remote control to switch to “BT PAIRING”...

  • Page 19: 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 Top of the Soundbar BD / DVD player / Set-top box / Game console AUX IN...

  • Page 20: Connecting Using An Hdmi Cable

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

  • Page 21: Connecting A Usb

    06 CONNECTING A USB You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port Display DC 19V HDMI IN 5V 0.5A AUX IN HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) OPTICAL IN 5V 0.5A 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the rear of the product. 2.
  • Page 22 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 23: Connecting A Mobile Device

    4. Play music files from the device, connected via Bluetooth, through the Soundbar. If the device fails to connect • If the previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar Mxxxx M-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • In “BT” mode, press and hold the (Source) button for more than 5 seconds on the top panel of the Soundbar or on the remote control to switch to “BT PAIRING”...
  • Page 24 • 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 Mxxxx M-Series” from the device’s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to “BT”...
  • Page 25 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 26: 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 27: 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 28 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 29 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 30: 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 31: Using The Hidden Buttons

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

  • Page 32: Installing The Wall Mount

    09 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Installation Precautions Wall Mount Guide (AH63-04137A) • 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 Holder-Fix Mount Bracket-Wall (2EA) support the product’s weight.
  • Page 33 2. Mark the location where the screws will go 5. Insert a Holder-Fix Mount into each hole on through on the wall, and then remove the the product’s bottom side. Tighten each Wall Mount Guide. Next, drill holes for the Holder-Fix Mount to fix the Soundbar to the screws using an appropriately sized drill bit.

  • Page 34: Software Update

    1. Follow the steps below to download the product software: Go to the Samsung website at (samsung.com) search for the model name Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar’s  - select the customer support option (the system firmware in the future. option name is subject to change) USB port 2.

  • Page 35: If Update Is Not Displayed

    If UPDATE is not displayed 1. Turn off the Soundbar, disconnect and then reconnect the USB storage device that contains the update files to the Soundbar’s USB port. 2. Disconnect the Soundbar’s power cord, reconnect it, and then turn on the Soundbar. •...

  • Page 36: 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 37: 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 38: Specifications And Guide

    DTS 2.0 sound is played in DTS format.) NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. • For more information about the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.
  • Page 39 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 40 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) Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 © 2017 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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