Samsung M5 WAM550 User Manual

Samsung M5 WAM550 User Manual

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  • Page 1 WAM550/WAM551 Wireless Audio - Multiroom User Manual (iOS) 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 Regulatory Compliance Statements

    Safety Information Regulatory Compliance Statements CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lighting flash and arrowhead CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF The explanation point within the within the triangle is a warning sign ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE triangle is a warning sign alerting alerting you to dangerous voltage THE COVER (OR BACK).
  • Page 3: Wiring The Main Power Supply Plug (Uk Only)

    ❚ Wiring the Main Power Supply Plug (UK Only) IMPORTANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including AV receivers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.
  • Page 5: Installation Precautions

    • Installing the product in environments with high heat or humidity, dust, or extreme cold, can lead to quality problems or cause the product to malfunction. Before you install the product in an environment that is outside the norm, please contact a Samsung service center for additional information.
  • Page 6: Cleaning Precautions

    • If the product emits an abnormal sound or a burnt smell or smokes, unplug the power-cord immediately and contact a Samsung service center. • If you smell gas, ventilate the room immediately. Do not touch the power plug of the product.
  • Page 7: Compatible Products

    9 Some devices may not be compatible with the product. Copyright © 2014 Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd. All rights reserved; No part or whole of this user's manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Contents SAFETY INFORMATION Regulatory Compliance Statements ............. 2 Warning ........................2 CAUTION ........................2 CAUTION ........................2 Wiring the Main Power Supply Plug (UK Only) ............3 Important Safety Instructions ..................3 Safety precautions ..................4 Power Supply Precautions ..................4 Installation Precautions ....................5 Usage Precautions .....................5 Cleaning Precautions ....................6 Additional Information ..................
  • Page 9 GETTING STARTED Top Panel ....................14 Rear Panel ....................15 Accessories ....................16 Available Accessories (Not Included) ............16 Connecting the Stand ................17 Sleep Mode ....................17 Installing on a wall ..................17 CONNECTIONS Connecting with a HUB (Not Included) ............18 Connecting the M5(s) to Your Network with a HUB (Not Included) ......18 Connecting without a HUB (Not Included) ..........
  • Page 10 Adding another M5 and Hub to a single M5 in use ...........34 Adding a HUB ................... 36 Relocating the M5 ..................36 FUNCTIONS Installing the Samsung Multiroom App ............37 Accessing the Samsung Multiroom App ............ 37 Using the Samsung Multiroom App ............38 Renaming a connected M5 ..................38 Switching the input source ..................38...
  • Page 11 Using the Settings menu ................51 Guide ........................51 Service ........................52 Speaker Settings ......................53 Clock ........................56 Support ........................57 Open source licenses ....................58 App Version......................58 Reset your product ..................59 Resetting the M5 ......................59 Resetting the HUB (Not Included) ................59 APPENDIX Troubleshooting ..................60 Specifications ....................
  • Page 12: Understanding Your M5

    Understanding Your M5 Before you begin ❚ Communication Basics Smart Device: iOS (App Control) Internet Wireless Router Requirements: Wireless Router, Smart Device The wireless router should be connected to the Internet. The smart device should be connected to the router via a Wi-Fi connection. Basic Connection Wired Wireless Router...
  • Page 13: How You Can Enjoy Your M5

    • Play music from your phone, PC, or smart devices via Bluetooth. • Use the TV SoundConnect function to play sound from your Samsung TV. • If you have connected a HUB, you can configure multiple M5s in a Multi-room set-up with Internet radio, music services, and Samsung Link.
  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting Started Top Panel Connect your NFC compatible device via Bluetooth to the M5 using the simple NFC NFC Tag tagging procedure. (Android only) Internet Radio Press this button to listen to an Internet radio station. Each time you press the Preset button, you change the radio station.
  • Page 15: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel SPK ADD Wi-Fi SETUP SPK ADD Wi-Fi SETUP SERVICE SERVICE ETHERNET POWER DC 14V 2.5A ETHERNET POWER DC 14V 2.5A SPK ADD button Press this button to add an M5 to your network. (Speaker Add) WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP Press this button to connect your M5 to your network using WPS or Wi-Fi setup. button You can purchase a wall-mount to hang your product on the wall.
  • Page 16: Accessories

    HUB: WAM250 NOTES 9 Information on available accessories and their release dates can be found on the Samsung website. 9 When purchasing an accessory, check whether it is compatible with the M5. 9 Use authentic Samsung accessories. Damage and problems caused by unauthorized accessories can void...
  • Page 17: Connecting The Stand

    Wall Mount Bracket and the M5 on the wall. 9 For more information, please refer to the Wall Mount's manual. 9 Samsung Electronics is not liable for any damage to the product due to the product being installed inappropriately.
  • Page 18: Connections

    Connections Connecting with a HUB (Not Included) • If the M5 fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the M5 closer to the HUB or your router and try again. • The M5 is a wireless network device. Its communications with your network may be disrupted because of the distance between it and other devices on the network, obstructions, or interference from other wireless devices.
  • Page 19 Connect your smart device to your Wi-Fi network. (The HUB and the smart device should be connected to the same router.) Download the Samsung Multiroom app from the App Store of your smart device. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
  • Page 20 If the automatic setup fails, run the App again and follow the instructions in the app guide on your device to connect the M5 and the HUB. NOTE 9 After pairing is complete, the M5 naming screen appears. Edit the name or enter a name of your own choosing.
  • Page 21: Connecting Without A Hub (Not Included)

    Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet. The LED pairing indicator starts to blink. Connect your smart device to your Wi-Fi network. Download the Samsung Multiroom app from the App Store of your smart device. On your Smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
  • Page 22 In the app, select "I don't have a Hub", and then press Next. On the next screen, select Wired, and then press Next. Unplug the M5's power cable, and then plug it in again. NOTE 9 After pairing is complete, the M5 naming screen appears. Edit the name or enter a name of your own choosing.
  • Page 23: Connecting The M5 To Your Network Via The Wps Method (For A Single M5)

    Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet. The LED pairing indicator starts to blink. Connect your smart device to your Wi-Fi network. Download the Samsung Multiroom app from the App Store of your smart device. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
  • Page 24 In the app, select "I don't have a Hub", and then press Next. On the next screen, select WPS, and then press Next. Press the button on your wireless router, and then press the WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button on the back of the M5. Once the M5 is connected, the M5 produces a sound, and the LED pairing indicator on the front stops flashing.
  • Page 25: Connecting The M5 To Your Network Via The Wi-Fi Setup Method (For A Single M5)

    Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet. The LED pairing indicator starts to blink. Connect your smart device to your Wi-Fi network. Download the Samsung Multiroom app from the App Store of your smart device. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
  • Page 26 Press and hold the button on the back of your M5 for 5 seconds. WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP The indicator LED stops blinking and turns solid blue. You should also hear a notification sound. Press Next. Press OK. Press the smart device's Home button to leave app and select Settings. Choose the M5's Wi-Fi point.
  • Page 27 Use the keyboard that appears to enter your password. Press the Next on the app screen. The smart device lists available networks. Select your network from the list. If you have a password for your network, the Security screen appears on your smart device.
  • Page 28 Your smart device connects to the same network your M5 is attached to. When the connection is complete, press Next. NOTES 9 Connecting to a secure wireless network requires the correct password. - For the password of your secured home or work wireless network, consult your Internet service provider or the network administrator.
  • Page 29: Connecting The M5 To Bluetooth Devices

    Bluetooth panel. Enable your smart device's Bluetooth function, and then select Scan for Devices. Select the [Samsung] M5. Select the desired track to play from your smart device's music list. The M5 plays the track you selected. NOTES...
  • Page 30: Disconnecting Bluetooth

    (For more information, please refer to the smart device's user manual.) You can also disconnect the Bluetooth connection in the App. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Press the Source button. Switch to another mode and the Bluetooth connection will terminate.
  • Page 31: Connecting With Tv Soundconnect Function

    Connecting with TV SoundConnect function This section explains how to connect the M5 to Bluetooth compatible SAMSUNG TVs. Connect Plug the M5 into an outlet, and then press the button on its top TV SoundConnect panel. Set Add New Device to On in the TV's Settings menu.
  • Page 32: Disconnecting Tv Soundconnect

    9 Before activating this function, be sure to activate the Samsung TV's SoundConnect or SoundShare mode. 9 The SoundConnect feature is available on some Samsung TVs released since 2012. Check whether your TV supports the SoundShare or SoundConnect function. (For further details, refer to the TV's user's manual.) 9 Instability in the network environment may cause connection to be lost or sound to stutter.
  • Page 33: Adding An M5

    Adding an M5 • Before adding an M5, unplug all M5s that are connected to the Samsung Multiroom app. • If you add a new HUB and an extra M5 and connect them to the same wireless router that an existing M5 is connected to, the existing M5 will disappear from the Samsung Multiroom app.
  • Page 34: Adding Another M5 And Hub To A Single M5 In Use

    SPK ADD indicator starts to flash. Wait until the pairing indicator on the M5 stops flashing. When the indicator stops flashing, pairing is complete. The M5 may also beep. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
  • Page 35 M5. The old M5's blue LED pairing indicator SPK ADD starts to flash. Wait until the pairing indicator on the M5 stops flashing. When the indicator stops flashing, pairing is complete. The M5 may also beep. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
  • Page 36: Adding A Hub

    9 If your smart device is not connected to the wireless router with a Wi-Fi connection, the M5 will not appear on the Samsung Multiroom app. 9 Place the HUB that is in Repeater mode in an appropriate location between the M5 and the HUB that is connected to the wireless router.
  • Page 37: Functions

    Functions Installing the Samsung Multiroom App To use the M5, you must download and then install the Samsung Multiroom App by accessing the app through the App Store. With the Samsung Multiroom App installed, you can play music stored in your smart device, from connected devices and other content providers, and from Internet radio stations.
  • Page 38: Using The Samsung Multiroom App

    Using the Samsung Multiroom App ❚ Renaming a connected M5 You can rename M5s connected to your network. Tap the and then enter the name you want using the keyboard. When finished, select Save. ❚ Switching the input source You can switch the input source.
  • Page 39: Changing The Sort Order Of Listed M5S

    ❚ Changing the sort order of listed M5s If you have added multiple M5s, this function is available. (See pages 33~35.) Press here Drag the of the M5 you want to re-order up or down.
  • Page 40: Grouping M5S

    ❚ Grouping M5s You can group multiple M5s linked to the App and play the same music on all connected M5s in the same group. This function is available only If you have added multiple M5s. (See pages 33~35.) Press here NOTES 9 This function is available only when M5s are connected to a HUB.
  • Page 41 Renaming a Group You can re-name a group of M5s. Press the button, and then enter a name for the group using the keyboard. When finished, select Save.
  • Page 42: Playing A Song

    ❚ Playing a Song Press the button. Select My Phone. Select the desired song from the list that appears. The song plays. ❚ Sorting the song You can list and sort the songs in your smart device by selecting one of the tabs on the My Music screen.
  • Page 43: Adding Tracks To A Playlist

    ❚ Adding tracks to a Playlist Touch and hold the desired file, and then drag it to the Playlist. Enter a name for the playlist, and then select Done.
  • Page 44 Swipe the screen with your finger right to left to move to My Music. The Create Playlist appears.
  • Page 45: Creating A Playlist

    ❚ Creating a Playlist Press the button. Select the desired tracks. When done, select Add to My Music, and then select Create Playlist.
  • Page 46 Enter a name for the playlist, and then select Done. Swipe the screen with your finger right to left to move to My Music. The Created Playlist plays.
  • Page 47: Listening To A Radio Station

    ❚ Listening to a radio station Select TuneIn. The TuneIn screen appears with the following tabs: • Favorites : Lists 3 default radio stations. • Browse : Lists all supported Internet radio stations. • Search : Lets your search for a desired Internet radio station using keypad input. Select the desired radio station from the displayed list.
  • Page 48 Select an item from the radio play list to display the selected radio station's front page. Touch ♥ , and then select Save. The selected radio station is added to the My Preset list.
  • Page 49: Setting The Default Radio Stations In Speaker Preset

    ❚ Setting the Default Radio Stations in Speaker Preset Each time you press the button on the M5's top panel, the M5 Internet Radio Preset switches automatically to a default Internet radio station. To replace the randomly selected default Internet radio stations with your own Internet radio stations, follow these steps: Press the Edit button to open the edit box.
  • Page 50: Playing Music From Content Providers

    ❚ Playing music from content providers Select Services. You can play music from content providers. NOTES 9 Depending on your region or manufacturer, supported contents service may differ. 9 You may not subscribe to a service using your smart device. To use a for-pay service, first subscribe to the service through your computer.
  • Page 51: Using The Settings Menu

    Using the Settings menu Press the button. ❚ Guide App Tutorial Select App Tutorial to learn how to use the app.
  • Page 52: Service

    Coach Mark • Disable : The Help text is not displayed. • Enable : The app displays Help text as you navigate through the screens. ❚ Service Amazon Music, Pandora, Rhapsody Displays a list of available services.
  • Page 53: Speaker Settings

    TuneIn Radio Gives you access to TuneIn Radio. ❚ Speaker Settings Add Speaker Lets you can add one or more M5s to the App and enjoy the music stored in your smart device from one or more connected M5s.
  • Page 54 Front LED • Disable : Turns off the M5's Front LED indicators. • Enable : Turns on the M5's Front LED indicators. Sound Feedback • Disable : Turns off the Sound Feedback. • Enable : Turns on the Sound Feedback.
  • Page 55 Speaker Auto Update Shows the M5's current software version, and lets you turn auto update on or off. • On : When on, automatically updates the software when new firmware is released. • Off : Turns off the auto update function. Software version of M5 NOTES...
  • Page 56: Clock

    ❚ Clock Alarm Lets you set the Alarm. Sleep Timer Lets you set the Sleep Timer.
  • Page 57: Support

    ❚ Support Device ID Lets you check the Device ID. Contact Samsung Provides a link to the Samsung website.
  • Page 58: Open Source Licenses

    ❚ Open source licenses Lets you view the Open source licenses. ❚ App Version Lets you view the App Version.
  • Page 59: Reset Your Product

    Reset your product ❚ Resetting the M5 Press and hold both the buttons for more than 5 Internet Radio Preset Mute seconds to reset the M5. The Touch button on the M5 will blink twice. Press and hold the button for more than 5 seconds to reboot Internet Radio Preset the M5.
  • Page 60: Appendix

    • Update your TV with the latest firmware. • Contact the Samsung Call Center. • Press and hold the TV SoundConnect button for more than 5 seconds to reset TV SoundConnect and connect a new TV.
  • Page 61 Symptom Check Remedy • Is the M5 plugged in? • Plug in the M5. M5 doesn't work properly • Does the M5's front LED indicator • Check whether the Wi-Fi router remain red 5 minutes after turning you're using had been certified for Wi-Fi.
  • Page 62 Symptom Check Remedy • Does an error occur when • Make sure your smart device is App doesn't work properly accessing the app? compatible with the app. (See page 7) Press here • Make sure the app is the latest version.
  • Page 63: Specifications

    - For the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. - Weight and dimensions are approximate. - This user manual is based on the product using the iOS operating system. - For further details on using the product, visit www.samsung.com.
  • Page 64: Open Source License Notice

    Open Source License Notice To send inquiries and requests for questions regarding open sources, contact Samsung via Email (oss.request@samsung.com). • This product uses some software programs which are distributed under the Independent JPEG Group. • This product uses some software programs which are distributed under the Freetype Project.
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