Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel
Related Manuals for Samsung HW-B550D
Summary of Contents for Samsung HW-B550D
- Page 1 User guide HW-B550D Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com...
- Page 2 Samsung products and recycling Refer to the table below for an explanation of WARNING! Never dispose of batteries in a fire symbols which may be on your Samsung product. because they may explode. Do not dissemble, crush, puncture, heat, burn or reuse batteries.
- Page 3 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 4 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 alter in any way the safety purpose of requirements listed on the identification the polarized or grounding-type plug.
-
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Connecting the Soundbar Connecting Electrical Power ------------------------- Connecting the Soundbar to the Subwoofer ------------------------- Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar ------------------------- Using a wired connection to the TV Method 1. Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Method 2. Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable... - Page 6 Connecting an External Device Method 1. Connecting using an Optical Cable ------------------------- Method 2. Connecting using an HDMI Cable ------------------------- Connecting a USB Storage Device Connecting a Mobile Device Connecting via Bluetooth ------------------------- Installing the Wall Mount Installation Precautions ------------------------- Wallmount Components ------------------------- Placing the Soundbar on a TV stand...
-
Page 7: 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 8: Product Overview
02 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel / Top Panel of the Soundbar Top Panel Display Displays the product’s status and current mode. (Power) Button Turns the power on and off. • Auto Power Down Function The unit turns off automatically in the following situations: –... -
Page 9: Bottom Panel Of The Soundbar
Bottom Panel of the Soundbar DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI HDMI TO TV USB (5V 0.5A) (ARC) USB (5V 0.5A) DC 24V HDMI TO TV (ARC) HDMI TO TV DC 24V (ARC) DC 24V... -
Page 10: Using The Remote Control
03 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Inserting Batteries before using the Remote Control (AAA batteries X 2) Slide the back cover in the direction of the arrow until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) so that their orientation is correct. Slide the back cover back into position. - Page 11 WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of each speaker. TONE CH LEVEL • Press the button to select CENTER LEVEL and then adjust the volume between -6 to CONTROL +6 by using the Up/Down buttons. CH LEVEL •...
- Page 12 Switch the Soundbar to Bluetooth pairing mode. Press the PAIR button and wait for the “BT PAIRING” screen to connect to a new Bluetooth device. Bluetooth PAIR Press the p button to pause a music file temporarily. When you press the button again, the music file will resume playing. Play / Pause Press the button to display information about the current function.
- Page 13 SOUND MODE WOOFER SOUND WOOFER MODE TONE CH LEVEL CONTROL (BASS) LEVEL Push the button up or down to adjust the level of the woofer (bass) to -12 or between -6 to +6. To set the woofer (bass) volume level to 0 (Default), press the button. WOOFER By pressing the button, you can adjust the volume of the treble or bass sound.
-
Page 14: Using The Hidden Buttons (Buttons With More Than One Function)
2.0 ch 2.1 ch 2.1 ch WOOFER STANDARD 5.1 ch 3.1 ch 5.1 ch • The Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit can be purchased separately. To purchase a Kit, contact the vendor you purchased the Soundbar from. ENG - 14... -
Page 15: Adjusting The Soundbar Volume With A Tv Remote Control
• Set the TV speaker to External Speaker to use this function. • Manufacturers supporting this function: Samsung, VIZIO, LG, Sony, Sharp, PHILIPS, PANASONIC, TOSHIBA, Hisense, RCA 1. Turn Off the Soundbar. 2. Push up and hold the WOOFER button for 5 seconds. -
Page 16: Connecting The Soundbar
04 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 17: Connecting The Soundbar To The Subwoofer
Soundbar unit is connected properly. Connect again. See the Connection failed instructions for manual connection on page 18. Red and blue See the contact information Blinking Malfunction for the Samsung Service Center in this manual. ENG - 17... - Page 18 • The Soundbar will automatically power on when ID SET is complete. ID SET SAMSUNG logo is on the top 5 Sec 3. Check if the LINK LED is solid blue (connection complete). The LINK LED indicator stops blinking and...
-
Page 19: Connecting The Samsung Wireless Rear Kit To Your Soundbar
Wireless Receiver Module (sold separately) is clear of any obstacles. Connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Kit to your Soundbar Expand to true wireless surround sound by connecting the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9200S sold separately) to your Soundbar. For detailed information on connections, see the Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit manual. -
Page 20: Using A Wired Connection To The Tv
05 USING A WIRED CONNECTION TO THE 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 21: Method 2. Connecting A Tv Using An Hdmi Cable
Method 2. Connecting a TV using an HDMI Cable CAUTION • When both the HDMI cable and optical cable are connected, the HDMI signal is received first. • To connect the HDMI cable between the TV and Soundbar, be sure to connect the terminals marked ARC. - Page 22 NOTES • HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single connector. • If the TV provides an ARC port, connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN (ARC) port. • We recommend you use a coreless HDMI cable if possible. If you use a cored HDMI cable, use one with a diameter that is less than 0.55 inches (14 mm).
-
Page 23: Using A Wireless Connection To The Tv
06 USING A WIRELESS CONNECTION TO THE TV Connecting a TV via Bluetooth When a TV is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. • Only one TV can be connected at a time. The initial connection 1. - Page 24 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 25: Connecting An External Device
07 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. Method 1. Connecting using an Optical Cable BD / DVD player / Bottom of the Soundbar Set-top box / Optical Cable Game console... -
Page 26: Method 2. Connecting Using An Hdmi Cable
Method 2. Connecting using an HDMI Cable Top of the Soundbar HDMI HDMI Cable (not supplied) External Device HDMI HDMI OUT 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 port on the bottom of the Soundbar to the HDMI OUT port on your digital device. -
Page 27: Connecting A Usb Storage Device
08 CONNECTING A USB STORAGE DEVICE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar. USB port DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) HDMI USB (5V 0.5A) HDMI TO TV (ARC) DC 24V USB (5V 0.5A) 1. -
Page 28: Connecting A Mobile Device
09 CONNECTING A MOBILE DEVICE Connecting via Bluetooth When a mobile device is connected using Bluetooth, you can hear stereo sound without the hassle of cabling. • The connection is limited to one TV or two Bluetooth devices at the same time. Bluetooth device The initial connection 1. - Page 29 What is the difference between BT READY and BT PAIRING? • BT READY : In this mode, you can search for previously connected TVs or connect a previously connected mobile device to the Soundbar. • BT PAIRING : In this mode, you can connect a new device to the Soundbar. (Press the PAIR button on the remote control or press and hold the (Source) button on the top of the Soundbar for...
- Page 30 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 31 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 32: Installing The Wall Mount
10 INSTALLING THE Wallmount Components WALL MOUNT Wall Mount Guide (AH81-11685A) Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. (M4 x L10) • Do not install in a place with high Holder-Screw Screw temperature or humidity. (AH81-11684A) (AH81-11683A) • Verify whether the wall is strong enough to support the product’s weight. - Page 33 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 34: Placing The Soundbar On Atv Stand
11 PLACING THE 7. Install the Soundbar with the attached Bracket-Wall Mounts by hanging the SOUNDBAR ON A Bracket-Wall Mounts on the Holder-Screws on the wall. TV STAND Place the Soundbar on a TV stand. 8. Slide the Soundbar down as shown below so that the Bracket-Wall Mounts rest securely on the Holder-Screws. -
Page 35: Software Update
Soundbar. Select manuals and your Soundbar. For more information about how downloads and download the latest software to download update files, go to the Samsung file. Electronics website at 3. Save the downloaded software to a USB stick and select “Extract Here”... -
Page 36: 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. NOTES •... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
Refer to the instructions 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). Soundbar does not turn on. - Page 38 ; HDMI-CEC may not be activated on the TV. ; Reconnect it after removing the Bluetooth Turn on the CEC on the TV menu. (Samsung speaker list on the device to connect. TV: Home ( ) → Menu → Settings ( ) →...
-
Page 39: License
HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth 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 40: Open Source License Notice
An engineer is called out to your home at models) your request and there is no defect in the – As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung has product. determined that this product or product b. You bring the unit to a repair center and models meets the ENERGY STAR guideline for energy efficiency. -
Page 41: Specifications And Guide
Dimensions (W x H x D) (184.0 x 343.0 x 295.0 mm) AMPLIFIER 250W Rated Output power NOTES • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. • Weight and dimensions are approximate. ENG - 41... - Page 42 WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE AND/OR PROOF OF DELIVERY 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 43 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? Samsung Service Center Web Site Address Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/us/support 85 Challenger Road Ridgefi eld Park, NJ 07660 © 2024 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the HW-B550D and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers