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  • Page 1 FULL MANUAL HW-R50C 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 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 3 FCC Caution : FCC Radiation Exposure Statement : • Any changes or modifications not expressly This equipment complies with FCC radiation approved by the party responsible for exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled compliance could void the user’s authority to environment.
  • Page 4 10. Protect the power cord from being walked To fully turn off the unit, disconnect the AC on or pinched particularly at plugs, plug from the wall outlet. Unplug the unit if convenience receptacles, and the point you intend to leave it unused for a long where they exit from the apparatus.
  • 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 on the left. To see the manual on your PC or mobile device, download the manual in document format from Samsung’s 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

    • The power components are labelled (1, 2, 3). For more information about power connections, see page 5. • To purchase additional components or optional cables, contact a Samsung Service Center or Samsung Customer Care. • Depending on the region, the appearance of the AC plug may differ from the plug displayed above, or it may be supplied integrated with the AC/DC adapter.
  • 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 HDMI IN USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) DC 24V AUX IN DC 24V DIGITAL AUDIO IN HDMI IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI OUT (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 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 15 2. Check the standby status of the Wireless Receiver Module after plugging it into an electrical outlet. • The LINK LED indicator (blue LED) on the Wireless Receiver Module blinks. 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 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 Using An Optical Cable

    • If “TV ARC” does not appear in the display window of the Soundbar main unit, confirm that the HDMI cable is connected to the correct port. • Use the volume buttons on the TV’s remote control to change the volume on the Soundbar. NOTES •...
  • Page 18: Method 2. Connecting Wirelessly

    2. Select Bluetooth mode on the TV. (For more information, see the TV’s manual.) 3. Select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar R5-Series” from the list on TV’s screen. An available Soundbar is indicated with “Need Pairing” or “Paired” on the TV’s Bluetooth device list.
  • Page 19 If the device fails to connect • If a previously connected Soundbar listing (e.g. “[AV] Samsung Soundbar R5-Series”) appears in the list, delete it. • Then repeat steps 1 through 3. 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 HDMI Cable Bottom of the Soundbar HDMI OUT HDMI Cable HDMI IN External Device HDMI OUT (TV-ARC)
  • Page 21: Connecting Using An Optical Or Analog Audio (Aux) Cable

    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 OUT Optical Cable (OPTICAL) HDMI IN - AUDIO - USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI OUT (TV-ARC) AUX IN...
  • 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. • The 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 for more than 5 seconds to display “BT PAIRING”. 2. On your device, select “[AV] Samsung Soundbar R5-Series” from the list that appears. • When the 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 R5-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 Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar. PAIR • BT PAIRING mode Source To turn on “BT PAIRING” mode, change the source to “BT”...
  • Page 29 Anynet+ and Auto Power Link are turned on and turned off by the Right and Left buttons respectively. – Anynet+ : If the Soundbar is connected to a Samsung TV through an HDMI cable, you can control your Soundbar with a Samsung TV remote control.
  • Page 30 • 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 31: 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 32: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)

    2.1 ch 4.1 ch SURROUND SOUND MODE SOUND 5.1 ch 2.1 ch 4.1 ch • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. WOOFER ENG - 26...
  • Page 33: Installing The Wall Mount

    09 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide (AH81-09831A) Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. • Do not install in a place with high Holder-Screw Screw temperature or humidity. (AH81-09833A) (AH81-09834A) • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight.
  • Page 34 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 35: Software Update

    USB device with the Holder-Screws. firmware update stored on it to the USB port on your Soundbar. For more information about how to download update files, go to the Samsung Electronics website at www.samsung.comSupport. Then, enter or select the model number of your Soundbar, select the Software &...
  • Page 36: Updating Procedure

    2. Follow the steps below to download the • After the update is completed, the user setup product software: in the Soundbar is initialized so you can reset Go to the Samsung website at your settings. We recommend you write (samsung.com) search for the model name ...
  • Page 37: 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 38: 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 Dolby 14 IMPORTANT Laboratories.
  • Page 39: Specifications And Guide

    Rated Output power 160W 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 1-800-SAMSUNG.
  • Page 40 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 41 Tel : 1-973-808-6375 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 © 2019 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

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