Samsung HW-J8500/ZA Product manual
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1. 2 GETTING STARTED 24 FUNCTIONS 2 Features 24 Input Mode 3 Safety Information 25 Bluetooth 6 What s Included 27 Using the Multiroom App 28 Using the Network Standby On Function 7 DESCRIPTIONS 29 Software Update 7 Top Front Panel 8 Rear Bottom Panel 31 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 Remote Control 31 Troubleshooting 11 INSTALLATION 32 APPENDIX 11 Installing the Soundbar 32 Specifications 11 Wall Mounting the Soundbar and a TV 13 Attaching the Soundbar to your TV s Stand Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are 14 Installing the Soundbar as a Free Standing provided for reference only and may differ from Unit actual product appearance 15 Assembling the Clamp Wire 15 Mounting the Cover Feet 4 pieces onto the Subwoofer 16 CONNECTIONS 6 Connecting the Subwoofer Connecting to a TV 8 Connecting to a TV Using an HDMI Digital Cable 8 Connecting to a TV Using a Digital Optical Cable 9 TV SoundConnect 21 Connecting to External Devices 21 HDMI Cable 21 Optical or Analog Audio Cable 22 USB GETTING STARTED VHATS INCLUDED BEFORE READING THE USER S MANUAL Note the following terms before reading the user manual gt Icons used in this manual Icon Term Definition Indicates a situation where a function does not operate or settings may be Caution canceled 4 Note Indicates tips or instructions on the page that help you operate a func2. 3 Fasten the four Holder Screws 1 and four of the Holder Screws 2 to the four holes in the Soundbar as shown in the illustration 4 To mount the Soundbar on a compatible Samsung TV use the Guide on the TV to position the TV Mount on the TV correctly 5 Fasten the TV Mount to the TV using the remaining 4 Holder Screws 2 6 After attaching the TV Mount mount the TV on the wall 12 INSTALLATION Soundbar base TV base with TV Mount attached 7 Carefully push the Soundbar onto the TV Mount as far as it will go as shown in the illustration 8 Fasten the Holder Fix Mount to the Soundbar to fix the Soundbar to the TV Mount ATTACHING THE SOUNDBAR TO YOUR TV S STAND You can attach the Soundbar to your TV s stand if you have a Samsung TV that has a stand that is compatible with this Soundbar a e if the Holder Foot 3 pieces and Holder Support 2 pieces are not attached to the Soundbar start at Step 1 below If they are attached to the Soundbar start at Step 4 1 Place the Soundbar as shown in the illustration ensuring that none of the buttons touch the surface it is lying on You can use the Soundbar s packaging to support its two ends 2 Attach the Holder Foot 3 pieces to the Soundbar using 3 Holder Screws 2 as shown in the illustration Tighten the screws firmly 3 In the same manner attach the Holder Support 2 pieces to the Soundbar using 2 Holder Screws 2 Tighten the screw
3. 384kbps mp3 MPEG 1 Layer3 32 44 1 48 32 320kbps MPEG 2 Layer3 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 8 160kbps MPEG 2 5 Layer3 8 11 025 12 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 8 160kbps Wave_Format_MSAudio1 2 wma Wave_Format_MSAudio2 5 a WMA Professional Not Support z wav 8 KHz 192KHz 8 8Mbps 099 8 KHz 48KHz z flac 8 KHz 192KHz 5 6Mbps emia ioe lossless Audo codec SEIEN Mbps ape MON KEY Audio 8 KHz 48KHz 1Mbps aif Audio Interchange File 3 KHz 192KHz 4 4Mbps Format 4 8 e f there are too many folders and files stored on the USB device it may take the Soundbar some time to access and play files 23 FUNCTIONS INPUT MODE Press the Source button on the main unit s top panel or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the mode you want Input mode Display Optical Digital input ee en on a AUX input AUX HDMI input HDMI BLUETOOTH mode BT TV SoundConnect TV USB mode USB The unit turns off automatically in the following situations e DIN HDMI BT TV USB ARC Mode If there is no audio signal for 15 minutes e AUX Mode If the AUX cable is disconnected for 15 minutes If there is no KEY input for 8 hours when the AUX cable is connected To turn the Auto Power Down function ON or OFF press and hold the Pll button for 5 seconds ON AUTO POWER DOWN OFF AUTO POWER DOWN appears on the display 24 FUNCTIONS BL
4. 278 0799 x Open Source License Notice To send inquiries and requests regarding open sources contact Samsung via Email oss request samsung com x Important Note About Service e An administration fee may be charged if either a An engineer is called out to your home at your request and there is no defect in the product b You bring the unit to a repair center and there is no defect in the product e You will be advised of the amount of the administration fee before any work is done or a home visit is made e If you have a problem with this product we strongly recommend you read the appropriate section of this manual review the Troubleshooting section on page 31 visit the Support page for your product at www samsung com or call Samsung Product Support 1 800 726 7864 to find an answer before you contact a service center for a repair 32 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America Inc 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 warranty period of One 1 Year Parts and Labor 90 Days Parts and Labor for Commercial Use This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States To receive warranty service the purchas
5. Blue LED blinks The main unit and the subwoofer should now be linked connected e The Link indicator Blue LED on the subwoofer should be glowing continuously and not blinking e If the Link indicator is not solid blue the linking process has failed Turn off the main unit and start again from Step 2 e You can enjoy better sound from the wireless subwoofer by selecting a Sound Effect See page 10 16 CONNECTIONS cS Before moving or installing the product be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord If the main unit is powered off the wireless subwoofer will be in standby mode and the STANDBY LED on the upper side will come on after the Link indicator Blue LED blinks for 30 seconds If you use a device that uses the same frequency 2 4GHz as the Soundbar near the Soundbar interference may cause some sound interruption The maximum transmission distance of the wireless signal between the main unit and subwoofer is about 32 8 ft but may vary depending on your operating environment If a steel concrete or metallic wall is between the main unit and the wireless subwoofer the system may not operate at all because the wireless signal cannot penetrate metal If the main unit doesn t make a wireless connection follow steps 1 5 on the previous page to re set the connection between the main unit and wireless subwoofer The wireless receiving antenna is built into the wireless subwoofer Keep the unit a
6. Electronics at 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 The unit will not turn on Is the power cord plugged into the outlet gt Connect the power plug to the outlet A function does not work when the button is pressed Is there static electricity in the air gt Disconnect the power plug and connect it again Sound is not produced Is the Mute function on Is the volume set to minimum gt Press the Z Mute button to cancel the Mute function gt Adjust the Volume The remote control does not work Are the batteries drained Is the distance between the remote control and main unit too far gt Replace with new batteries gt Move closer to the unit The TV SoundConnect TV pairing failed Does your TV support TV SoundConnect Is your TV firmware the latest version Does an error occur when connecting Reset the TV mode and connect again gt TV SoundConnect is supported by some Samsung TVs released from 2012 on Check your TV to see if it supports TV SoundConnect gt Update your TV with the latest firmware gt Contact the Samsung Call Center gt Press and hold the Pll button for 5 seconds to reset the TV SoundConnect connection The red LED on the subwoofer blinks and the subwoofer is not producing sound Your subwoofer may not be connected to the main body of the product gt Try to connect your s
7. 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 The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet GETTING STARTED PRECAUTIONS 3 9 inch k Sp 39 inch 3 9 inch Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the power requirements listed on the identification sticker located on the back of your product Install your product horizontally on a suitable base furniture with enough space around it for ventilation 3 4 inches Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered Do not place the unit on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot This unit is designed for continuous use To fully turn off the unit disconnect the AC plug from the wall outlet Unplug the unit if you intend to leave it unused for a long period of time 4 LO During thunderstorms disconnect the AC plug from Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other he wall outlet Voltage peaks due to lightning could heat sources This could lead to overheating and damage the unit cause the unit to malfunction Protect the product from moisture i e vases and Th
8. main unit to a TV with a digital optical cable you can set the Auto Power function ON to have the Soundbar turn on automatically when you turn the TV on AUTO POWER LINK Display ON OFF ANYNET ON POWER LINK OFF ON ANYNET OFF POWER LINK 1 Connect the Soundbar and a TV with a digital optical cable not supplied 2 Press the Source button on the main unit s top panel or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the D IN mode 3 Press the Anynet button on the remote control to toggle the Auto Power Link function on and off Y F amp e Depending on the connected device Auto Power Link may not function TV SOUNDCONNECT You can enjoy TV sound through your Soundbar when it is connected to a Samsung TV that supports the TV SoundConnect function Connect 1 Turn on the TV and Soundbar e Open the menu of the TV e Navigate to Speaker Settings on the Sound tab Set the Add New Device menu to On 2 Press the Source button on the main unit s top panel or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the TV mode 3 On the TV a message asking whether to enable the TV SoundConnect function appears 4 Select lt Yes gt using the TV s remote control to finish connecting the TV and Soundbar 4 SE e e Switching the Soundbars mode from TV to another mode automatically terminates TV SoundConnect e To connect the
9. power adaptor from a wall outlet pull the plug Do not pull the cable e Do not connect this unit or other components to an AC outlet until all connections between components are complete DESCRIPTIONS REMOTE CONTROL SOURCE Press to select a source connected to the Soundbar Mute You can turn the volume down to 0 with the push of a button Press again to restore the sound to the previous volume level Repeat Press to set the Repeat function during music playback from a USB device OFF REPEAT Cancels Repeat Playback TRACK REPEAT Repeatedly play a track ALL REPEAT Repeatedly play all tracks RANDOM REPEAT Plays tracks in random order A track that has already been played may be played again SOUND t N EFFECT SOUND CONTROL Skip Forward If there is more than one file on the device you are playing and you press the gt gt I button the next file is selected SOUND CONTROL Press to select TREBLE BASS or AUDIO SYNC Then use the lt p gt I buttons to adjust the Treble or Bass volume from 3 to 3 Press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust he sound for each frequency band 150Hz 300Hz 600Hz 1 2KHz 2 5KHz 5KHz and 10KHz are selectable and each can be adjusted to a setting between 6 and 6 f the Soundbar is connected to a digital TV and the video appears out of sync with the audio press the SOUND CONTROL button to sync the audio with the video Use t
10. product 2 Press the Source button on the main unit s top panel or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the USB mode 3 USB appears on the display screen e The Soundbar connection to the USB device is complete e The Soundbar automatically turns off Auto Power Off if no USB device has been connected for more than 15 minutes gt Before you connect a USB device Be aware of the following e lf the file name of a file or folder on a USB device exceeds 10 characters it is not displayed on the Soundbar s display e This product may not be compatible with certain types of USB storage media e The Soundbar supports the FAT16 and FAT32 file systems The NTFS file system is not supported e Connect USB devices directly to the USB port of the product Otherwise you may encounter a USB compatibility problem e Do not connect multiple storage devices to the product via a multi card reader It may not operate properly 22 CONNECTIONS e Digital camera PTP protocols are not supported e Do not remove the USB device while it is transferring files e DRM protected music files MP3 WMA from commercial web sites cannot be played e External HDDs are not supported e Mobile phone devices are not supported e File Format Type Compatibility list Extension Codec Sampling Rate Bitrate MPEG 1 Layer 32 44 1 48 32 448kbps MPEG 1 Layer2 32 44 1 48 32
11. ARE UPDATE UPDATING WITH USB Samsung may offer updates for the Soundbar s system firmware in the future If an update is offered you can update the firmware by connecting a USB device with the firmware update stored on it to the USB port on your Soundbar Note that if there are multiple update files you must load them onto the USB device singly and use them to update the firmware one file at a time Please visit samsung com or contact the Samsung call center to receive more information about downloading updates files gt Updating Procedure 1 While the Soundbar is turned off connect the USB storage device that contains the updating firmware to the Soundbars USB port 2 Turn on the Soundbar UPDATE appears on the display and updating begins within 3 minutes e When the update is complete the Soundbar turns off and on automatically gt if UPDATE was not displayed 1 Turn off the Soundbar connect the USB storage device that contains update files to the Soundbar s USB port 2 Disconnect the power cord reconnect it and then turn on the Soundbar Z 4 e Insert a USB device containing the firmware update into the USB port on the main unit e Updating firmware may not work properly if audio files supported by the Soundbar are stored in the USB storage device e Do not disconnect the power or remove the USB device while updates are being applied The main unit will turn off automatically after complet
12. Bluetooth device enter lt 0000 gt y one Bluetooth device can be paired at a time The Bluetooth connection will be terminated when you turn the Soundbar off The Soundbar may not perform Bluetooth search or connection correctly under the following umstances there is a strong electrical field around the Soundbar several Bluetooth devices are simultaneously paired with the Soundbar If the Bluetooth device is turned off not in place or malfunctions e No e that such devices as microwave ovens wireless LAN adaptors fluorescent lights and gas stoves use the same frequency range as the Bluetooth device which can cause electric interference 25 FUNCTIONS e The Soundbar supports SBC data 44 1kHz 48kHz e Connect only to a Bluetooth device that supports the A2DP AV function e You cannot connect the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device that supports only the HF Hands Free function e Once you have paired the Soundbar to a Bluetooth device selecting Samsung Soundbar from the device s scanned devices list will automatically change the Soundbar to BT mode e Available only if the Soundbar is listed among the Bluetooth device s paired devices The Bluetooth device and the Soundbar must have been previously paired at least once e Soundbar will appear in the Bluetooth device s searched devices list only when the Soundbar is displaying BT READY e in the TV SoundConnect mode the Soundbar cannot be paired to ano
13. D mode if you want to enjoy the original sound E te SOUND Surr Sound adds depth and spaciousness to the sound Pressing the te1 SOUND button repeatedly cycles through the Surr Sound settings ON SURROUND SOUND OFF SURROUND SOUND STREAMING MUSIC Press STREAMING MUSIC button to listen to an Internet radio station Each time you press this button the Soundbar switches to the next default station cycling through the 3 default stations To use the STREAMING MUSIC function the Soundbar must be connected to the Internet See page 28 DRC Dynamic Range Control Lets you apply dynamic range control to Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD audio Press and hold the STREAMING MUSIC button to toggle the DRC Dynamic Range Control function ON and OFF WOOFER Press the WOOFER button Then use the gt gt I buttons to adjust the Subwoofer volume from 12 6 to 6 You can also activate SPK ADD function of the soundbar by pressing and holding WOOFER button of the remote for over 5 seconds INSTALLING THE BATTERY IN THE REMOTE CONTROL 1 Use a suitable coin to turn the 2 Insert a 3V lithium battery Keep the 3 Use a suitable coin to remote control s battery cover positive pole facing up when turn the remote control counterclockwise to remove it inserting the battery Put the battery battery cover clockwise as shown in the figure above cover on and align the marks side
14. E TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND PURCHASER S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY The benefits of this Limited Warranty extend only to the original purchaser of Samsung products from an authorized Samsung reseller THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY SAMSUNG PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM UNAUTHORIZED RESELLERS OR RETAILERS EXCEPT IN STATES WHERE SUCH RESTRICTION MAY BE PROHIBITED For a list of Samsung authorized retailers please go to http www samsung com us peaceofmind authorized_resellers html Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so
15. Soundbar to another TV the existing connection must be terminated e To terminate the existing connection press and hold the Pll button on the remote for 5 seconds or switch to another mode To connect to the other TV follow Steps 1 through 4 above 19 CONNECTIONS u The TV SoundConnect SoundShare function is supported by some Samsung TVs released from 2012 on Check whether your TV supports the TV SoundConnect SoundShare function before you begin For further information refer to the TV s user manual f your Samsung TV was released before 2014 check the SoundShare setting menu f the distance between the TV and Soundbar exceeds 32 8 ft the connection may not be stable or the audio may stutter If this occurs relocate the TV or Soundbar so that they are within operational range and then re establish the TV SoundConnect connection TV SoundConnect Operational Ranges Recommended pairing range within 78 7 inches within 2m Recommended operational range within 32 8 ft 10m The Play Pause Next and Prev buttons on the Soundbar or Soundbar s remote do not control the TV 20 CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES HDMI CABLE HDMI is the standard digital interface for connecting to TVs projectors DVD players Blu ray players set top boxes and more HDMI prevents any degradation to the signal due to conversion to analog and maintains the video and audio quality of the original digital s
16. UETOOTH You can connect a Bluetooth device to the Soundbar and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound all without wires TO CON NECT THE SOUNDBAR TO A BLUETOOTH DEVICE Check if the Bluetooth device supports the Bluetooth compliant stereo headset function Bluetooth device 1 Press the Source button on the main unit s top panel or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the BT mode e You will see BT READY on the front display of the Soundbar 2 Select the Bluetooth menu on the Bluetooth device you want to connect Refer to the Bluetooth device s user manual 3 Select Samsung Soundbar from the list e When the Soundbar is connected to the Bluetooth device it will display Bluetooth device name gt BT on the front display e The device name can only be displayed in English An underline _ will be displayed if the name is not in English e f the Bluetooth device has failed to pair with the Soundbar delete the previous Samsung Soundbar found by the Bluetooth device and have it search for the Soundbar again 4 Play music on the connected device e You can listen to the music playing on the connected Bluetooth device over the Soundbar e in BT mode the Play Pause Next Prev functions are not available However these functions are availab le in Bluetooth devices supporting AVRCP N On circ If asked for a PIN code when connecting a
17. User manual Curved Soundbar imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product To receive more complete service please register your product at www samsung com register This Nanum Gothic Eco font is provided by NAVER GETTING STARTED FEATURES immersive Surround Sound from 9 1Ch Great TVs require great sound The Curved Soundbar gives your curved TV an even more powerful sound experience with 350 watts of amazing 9 1Ch surround sound Speakers on both sides expand the optimal listening area enhancing the surround sound effect to provide you with a more layered and immersive listening experience Streaming Music Services The Curved Soundbar makes diving into all your favorite music easier than ever before thanks to its Wi Fi capabilities Simply access the Samsung Multiroom App to experience the best of the internet s subscription streaming music services TV SoundConnect Listen to TV audio through the Soundbar by connecting your TV and the Soundbar via Bluetooth with TV SoundConnect Easy connectivity and the absence of trailing wires between the Soundbar and TV allows you to showcase the slim and sleek design of both systems while maintaining a clean look in your living environment Easily control the Soundbar and TV from a single TV remote Music Source Sharing Multiroom Play Controlling and sharing one music source across multiple audio devices in various locati
18. as far as it will go to fix by side as shown in the figure above it in place 10 INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE SOUNDBAR WALL MOUNTING THE SOUNDBAR AND ATV p e This Soundbar is compatible with model S9000 and 59500 65 inch and 78 inch 2015 Samsung curved TVs Please visit the home page of Samsung Electronics www Samsung com to see a detailed list of the compatible models e To mount both the Soundbar and the TV onto the wall using a wall mount you must mount the Soundbar s Bracket Mount onto the TV first mount the TV to the wall and then mount the Soundbar onto the Bracket Mount e To mount the TV on a wall refer to the users manual enclosed with the TV you purchased e This Soundbar is shipped with the Holder Foot and Holder Support already attached e You cannot mount this Soundbar on an incompatible TV or attach it to the stand of an incompatible TV Check for the supplied accessories shown below g Holder Screw 1 4EA Holder Screw 2 8EA TV Mount Holder Fix Mount To mount the Soundbar and your compatible TV onto the wall follow these steps 1 Place the Soundbar as shown in the illustration ensuring that none of the buttons touch the surface it is lying on You can use the Soundbar s packaging to support its two ends 2 If the Holder Foot 3 pieces and Holder Support 2 pieces are attached remove them a a Holder Foot Holder Support 11 INSTALLATION
19. e battery used with this product contains excess heat e g a fireplace or equipment creating chemicals that are harmful to the environment Do strong magnetic or electric fields Unplug the power not dispose of the battery in the general household cable from the AC wall socket if the unit trash Do not expose the battery to excess heat malfunctions Your product is not intended for direct sunlight or fire Do not short circuit industrial use It is for personal use only disassemble or overheat the battery Danger of Condensation may occur if your product has been explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly stored in cold temperatures If transporting the unit Replace only with the same or equivalent type during the winter wait approximately 2 hours until the unit has reached room temperature before using WARNING DO NOT INGEST BATTERY CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD The remote control supplied with this product contains a coin button cell battery If the coin button cell battery is swallowed it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death Keep new and used batteries away from children If the battery compartment does not close securely stop using the remote and make sure to keep it away from children If you think the battery might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body seek immediate medical attention 4 GETTING STARTED CONTENTS
20. eless router must be connected to the Internet 3 The smart device must be connected to the router via a Wi Fi connection NSTALLING THE SAMSUNG MULTIROOM APP To use the Soundbar with the Samsung Multiroom App you must download and then install the Samsung ultiroom App on your smart device You can download the app from Google Play or the App Store With he Samsung Multiroom App installed you can play music on your Soundbar that is stored on your smart device located on other connected devices provided by other content providers or streamed from Internet adio stations gt Android or iOS Download the Samsung Multiroom app from Google Play or the App Store of your smart device Market search Samsung Multiroom Available on the ANDROID APP ON App Store or lt Google play FUNCTIONS gt Launching the Samsung Multiroom App To launch the Samsung Multiroom app tap the Multiroom app icon on your smart device CONNECTING THE SOUNDBAR TO YOUR NETWORK On your smart device select the Samsung Multiroom app Follow the directions on your smart device s screen Y 14 e For further information refer to the Web Manual Web manual www Samsung com gt Owners amp Support gt Manuals amp Downloads Product name search gt HW J8500 or HW J8501 e For wired network connections we recommend using CAT 7 cable USING THE NETWORK STANDBY ON FUNCTION The Network Standby On function become
21. equipment o prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions use shielded cables and connectors for connections FCC NOTE for U S A his equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation his equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna Increasing the separation between the equipment and receiver Connecting the equipment to an outlet that is on a different circuit than the radio or TV Consulting the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Caution FCC regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it important Safety Instructions Read these operating instructions carefull
22. er must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG s authorized service center Transportation of the product to and from the service center is the responsibility of the purchaser SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty or ninety 90 days whichever is longer SAMSUNG s obligations with respect to software products distributed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand name are set forth in the applicable end user license agreement Non SAMSUNG hardware and software products if provided are on an AS IS basis Non SAMSUNG manufacturers suppliers publishers and service providers may provide their own warranties This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal and except to the extent otherwise expressly provided for in this statement noncommercial use of this product and shall not apply to the following including but not limited to damage which occ
23. he I lt gt gt I buttons to set the audio delay between 0 ms and 300 ms In USB mode TV mode and BT mode the Audio Sync unction may not available Anynet Press the Anynet button to turn the Anynet function on or off Default Auto Power Link OFF ON ANYNET OFF POWER LINK or OFF ANYNET ON POWER LINK The Anynet function lets you control the Soundbar with the remote from an Anynet compatible Samsung TV The Soundbar must be connected to the TV via an HDMI cable Auto Power Link Synchronizes the Soundbar to a connected Optical source via the Optical jack so it turns on automatically when you turn on your TV See page 19 You can also activate Wi Fi SETUP function by pressing and holding Anynet button on the remote for over 7 seconds 14 e Soundbar is a Samsung proprietary name e Operate the TV using the TV s remote control DESCRIPTIONS Power Turns the Soundbar on and off Volume Adjusts the volume level of the unit Play Pause Press the Pll button to pause a file temporarily Press the Pll button again to play the selected file Skip Back If there is more than one file on the device you are playing and you press the M lt button the previous file is selected SOUND EFFECT You can select from 6 different sound modes STANDARD Original a Sound MUSIC VOICE SPORTS CINEMA and NIGHT MODE depending EFFECT SOUND on the content you want to listen to Select the STANDAR
24. hten 3 Attach a Foot Rubber to each Cover Foot 15 CONNECTIONS 4 14 e Do not connect the power cord of this product or your TV to a wall outlet until all connections between components are complete e Before moving or installing this product be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord CONNECTING THE SUBWOOFER CONNECTING TO THE SUBWOOFER AUTOMATICALLY The Subwoofer s linking ID is preset at the factory and the main unit and subwoofer should link connect wirelessly automatically when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on When the subwoofer is completely connected the blue LED Link Indicator on the subwoofer stops blinking CONNECTING TO THE SUBWOOFER MANUALLY If the blue LED light does not stop blinking when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on please set the ID by following the procedure below 1 Plug the power cords of the main unit and subwoofer into an AC wall outlet 2 Press the ID SET button on the back of the subwoofer with a small pointed object for 5 seconds e The STANDBY indicator is turned off and the LINK indicator Blue LED blinks quickly 3 While the main unit is powered off in STANDBY mode press and hold the Z Mute on the remote control for 5 seconds 4 The ID SET message appears on the Soundbar s display 5 To finalize the link turn the main unit s power on while the subwoofer s
25. in the United States and other countries GETTING STARTED SAFETY INFORMATION Y amp e The following also applies to the Wireless Subwoofer PS WJ8500 PS WJ8501 SAFETY WARNINGS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OR BACK O USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lighting flash and arrowhead within the triangle indicates that there is dangerous RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The explanation point within the triangle indicates that there are important instructions accompanying the product A voltage Inside the product WARNING 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 securely attached to the floor wall in accordance with the installation instructions This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity CAUTION Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing Do not put objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus To turn this apparatus off completely you must pull the power plug out of the wall socket Consequently the power plug must be easily and readily accessible at all times his product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other
26. ing a soft dry cloth Due to aluminum being a positive electrostatic material static discharge may occur 4 4 e When you plug in the AC cord the power button will begin working in 4 to 6 seconds When you turn on this unit there will be a 4 to 5 second delay before it produces sound If you want to enjoy sound only from the Soundbar you must turn off the TV s speakers in the Audio Setup menu of your TV Refer to the owner s manual supplied with your TV DESCRIPTIONS REAR BOTTOM PANEL OPTICAL IN D IN Connect to the digital optical output of an external device HDMI OUT TV ARC Outputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable HDMIIN Inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable Use when connecting a supported external device LAN Lets you connect to a network using a LAN cable AUXIN Connect to the Analog output of an external device Wi Fi SETUP SPK ADD DC 24V awd USB Port Press this button to Press this button to Power Supply In Connect USB devices connect your Soundbar connect the Connect the DC power adaptor here to play files on the to your network using Soundbar to a to the power supply jack and devices Wi Fi setup Requires a Samsung HUB then connect the AC power smart device and the not supplied adaptor plug to a wall outlet Samsung Multiroom app See page 27 e When disconnecting the power cable of the AC
27. ing the firmware update 29 FUNCTIONS e After the update all settings are reset to their factory default settings We recommend you write down your settings so that you can easily reset them after the update Note that updating firmware resets the subwoofer connection too if connection to the subwoofer is not re established automatically after the update refer to page 16 If the firmware fails to update we recommend formatting the USB device in FAT16 and trying again e Do not format the USB device in the NTFS format The Soundbar does not support the NTFS file system e Depending on the manufacturer some USB devices may not be supported AUTO UPDATE if the Soundbar is connected to the Internet it will automatically check for the latest firmware and update when new firmware becomes available even if it is turned off Y 14 e The Soundbar is configured to run Auto Update by default e To use the Auto Update function the Soundbar must be connected to the Internet e The Wi Fi connection to the Soundbar will be terminated if its power cord is disconnected or the power is cut off If the power is cut off turn on the Soundbar and reconnect it 30 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the table below when 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
28. ons is made easy with Multiroom Link The mobile app remotely controls volume and music on your system across different devices including your TV Soundbar Home Entertainment System and Blu ray Disc Player Enjoy the audio you want where you want HDMI HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals simultaneously and provides a clearer picture The unit is also equipped with the ARC function which lets you listen to sound from your TV through the Soundbar via an HDMI cable This function is only available if you connect the unit to an ARC compliant TV USB Host Support You can connect and play music files from external USB storage devices such as MP3 players USB flash memory etc using the Soundbar s USB HOST function Bluetooth Function You can connect a Bluetooth device to the Soundbar and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound all without wires LICENSES DOLBY DIGITAL Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories 2 0 Channel For DTS patents see http patents dts com Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited DTS the Symbol amp DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks and DTS 2 0 Channel is a trademark of DTS Inc DTS Inc All Rights Reserved Homi The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC
29. ource HDMI Cable FEO HDMI OUT J igital Devices 1 Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI IN jack on the back of the product to the HDMI OUT jack on your digital device 2 Press the Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the HDMI mode OPTICAL OR ANALOG AUDIO C This unit comes equipped with one digital optical in jack and one analog audio AUX in jack giving you two ways to connect it to external devices Audio Cable not supplied S30 AUX OUT Optical Cable AUKIN not supplied BD DVD player Set top box nn fi gt Game console OPTICAL OUT OPTICAL IN 21 CONNECTIONS gt AUX Cable 1 Connect AUX IN Audio on the main unit to the AUDIO OUT jack of the Source Device 2 Press the lt Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the AUX mode gt Optical Cable 1 Connect OPTICAL IN Audio on the main unit to the OPTICAL OUT jack of the Source Device 2 Press the gt Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the D IN mode USE You can play music files located on USB storage devices through the Soundbar USB port Display 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port on the back of the
30. s available if a wireless connection has been properly established between a smart device and the Soundbar This function turns on the Soundbar automatically when a smart device attempts to connect to the Soundbar via Bluetooth or Wi Fi If you turn the Soundbar on via a Bluetooth connection its input mode is set to BT automatically To turn the Soundbar on via Wi Fi you must have the Samsung Multiroom App installed on your smart device 1 Connect the smart device to your Soundbar 2 Turn the Network Standby On function on by pressing the gt gt I button on the Soundbar remote for more than 5 seconds You can turn the function off by pressing the gt gt I button again for more than 5 seconds 14 e Network Standby On is available only if the Soundbar is listed among the smart device s paired devices The Smart device and the Soundbar must have been previously paired at least once e Soundbar will appear in the smart device s searched devices list only when the Soundbar is displaying BT READY or WiFi READY e in the TV SoundConnect mode the Soundbar cannot be paired to another smart device e f the Network Standby On function did not work The Network Standby On is set to Off Set it to ON e The Wi Fi connection to the Soundbar will be terminated if the Soundbar s power cord is disconnected or the power is cut off If the power is cut off turn on the Soundbar and reconnect it 28 FUNCTIONS SOFTW
31. s firmly 13 INSTALLATION 4 Align the Soundbar s center with the center of the base of the TV and then carefully push it onto the stand as far as it will go as shown in the illustration Be careful not to unbalance the TV N u e Do not place heavy items on the main unit Do not step on the main unit INSTALLING THE SOUNDBAR AS A FREE STANDING UNIT 1 If the Holder Foot and the Holder Support are attached to the Soundbar place the Soundbar as shown in the illustration ensuring that none of the buttons touch the surface it is lying on You can use the Soundbar s packaging to support its two ends 2 Remove the Holder Foot 3 pieces and the 3 Holder Screws 2 holding the pieces of the Holder Foot in place from the Soundbar as shown in the illustration 3 In the same manner remove the Holder Support 2 pieces and the 2 Holder Screws 2 holding the pieces of the Holder Support in place from the Soundbar 4 Place the Soundbar anywhere you want 14 INSTALLATION m z 3 5 Attach the clamp wire to the unit as shown and then run the cables through the clamp wire to keep them neat MOUNTING THE COVER FEET 4 PIECES ONTO THE SUBWOOFER 1 Place a Cover Foot on each of the 4 holes in the bottom of the woofer as shown in the illustration 2 Insert a Screw Taptite into each the hole in each Cover Foot and tig
32. the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To obtain warranty hardware service please contact SAMSUNG customer care center QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE 1 800 SAMSUNG www samsung com us samsung Electronics Arerica Ine U S A 1 800 726 7864 ron 85 Challenger Road pp Ridgefield Park NJ 07660 2015 Samsung Electronics Co Lt UT TTT AH68 02819A 01 All rights reserved AH68 02819A 01
33. ther Bluetooth device TO DISCONNECT THE BLUETOOTH DEVICE FROM THE SOUNDI You can disconnect the Bluetooth device from the Soundbar For instructions see the Bluetooth device s user manual e The Soundbar will be disconnected e When the Soundbar is disconnected from the Bluetooth device the Soundbar will display BT DISCONNECTED on the front display TO DISCONNECT THE SOUNDE DEVICE Press the SOURCE button on the remote control or the Source button on the product s top panel to switch from BT to another mode or turn off the Soundbar AR FROM TH ETOOTH e The connected Bluetooth device will wait a certain amount of time for a response from the Soundbar before terminating the connection Disconnection time may differ depending on the Bluetooth device Y 14 e In Bluetooth connection mode the Bluetooth connection will be lost if the distance between the Soundbar and the Bluetooth device exceeds 32 8 ft e The Soundbar automatically turns off after 15 minutes in the Ready state gt More About Bluetooth Bluetooth is a technology that enables Bluetooth compliant devices to interconnect easily with each other using a short wireless connection e A Bluetooth device may cause noise or malfunction depending on usage if Apart of your body is in contact with the receiving transmitting system of the Bluetooth device or the So
34. tion Check for the supplied accessories shown below Main Unit Remote Control USB Converter Lithium Battery HW J8500 Power Cord DC Adapter HDMI Cable USB Cable AHS9 02572A HW J8501 4301 001042 AH59 02572B lt r Be User Manual 7 A Clamp Wire Quick Guide Holder Fix TV Mount an 1 E 2 z Mount 2 AMEN ORDNA i an61 03960a 16103942A CAHg1 03897A 6001 001961 er 3903 000599 BN44 00799A BN39 01583A AH39 011788 Subwoofer ee Power Cord Cover Foot 4EA Screw Taptite 4EA Foot Rubber 4EA 3903 000599 AH63 04078A 6003 000278 AH61 04010A Y 14 e The appearance of the accessories may differ slightly from the illustrations above e Use the dedicated USB cable to connect external USB devices to the unit DESCRIPTIONS TOP FRONT PANEL VOL ch Power Button Controls the volume level The numeric value of the volume level appears in the front panel display Turns the power on and off Display Source Button Displays the current mode Selects the D IN AUX HDMI BT TV or USB input e While the unit is powered on pressing the lt Source button for more than 3 seconds sets the button to act as the Z Mute button To cancel the Z Mute button setup press the J Source button for more than 3 seconds again To clean this apparatus unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and wipe the product us
35. ubwoofer again See Page 16 The subwoofer drones and vibrates noticeably Try to adjust the vibration of your subwoofer gt Press the WOOFER button on your remote control to adjust the subwoofer s volume level between 12 6 to 6 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model name HW J8500 HW J8501 USB 5V 0 5A Main Unit 11 0 Ibs Weight Subwoofer PS WJ8500 PS WJ8501 ore GENERAL 2 E Main Unit 57 1 x 2 4 x 7 3 inches Dimensions sub WxHxD ubwooier a PS W18500 PS wigso1 19 7 X 13 1 7 1 inches Operating Temperature Range 41 F to 95 F Operating Humidity Range 10 to 75 Main Unit 21W CH x 9 8ohm THD 10 1KHz Rated Output Subwoof Power ubwoofer ans AIER PS WI8500 PS WJ8501 161W 3ohm THD 10 100Hz S N Ratio Analog Input 65 dB Separation 1kHz 65 dB S N ratio distortion separation and usable sensitivity are based on measurements using AES Audio Engineering Society guidelines Nominal specification 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 Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to our website www samsung com recyclingdirect or call 877
36. undbar It is subject to electrical variation from obstructions caused by a wall corner or office partition It is exposed to electrical interference from same frequency band devices including medical equipment microwave ovens and wireless LANs e Pair the Soundbar with the Bluetooth device while they are close together e The further the distance between the Soundbar and Bluetooth device the worse the quality is If the distance exceeds the Bluetooth operational range the connection is lost e In poor reception areas the Bluetooth connection may not work properly e The Bluetooth connection only works when it is close to the unit The connection will be automatically cut off if the Bluetooth device is out of range Even within range the sound quality may be degraded by obstacles such as walls or doors e This wireless device may cause electric interference during its operation 26 FUNCTIONS USING THE MULTIROOM APP The Samsung Multiroom app lets you connect the Soundbar to a smart device your network and the internet Once the Soundbar is connected to a smart device that has the Multiroom App installed you can also connect the Soundbar and multiple Samsung Multiroom devices together wirelessly and play audio through them BEFORE YOU BEGIN gt Communication Basics Smart Device Android or iOS App Control Internet Wireless Router Requirements 1 A Wireless Router and a Smart Device 2 The wir
37. urs in shipment delivery and installation applications and uses for which this product was not intended altered product or serial numbers cosmetic damage or exterior finish accidents abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature use of products equipment systems utilities services parts supplies accessories applications installations repairs external wiring or connectors not supplied and authorized by SAMSUNG or which damage this product or result in service problems incorrect electrical line voltage fluctuations and surges customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions cleaning maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book product removal or reinstallation reception problems and distortion related to noise echo interference or other signal transmission and delivery problems SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of the product THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS FAILUR
38. way from water and moisture For optimal listening performance make sure that the area around the wireless subwoofer location is clear of any obstructions 17 CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO ATV CONNECTING TO A TV USING AN HDMI DIGITAL CAB HDMI Cable RAGED HDMI OUT TV ARC 1 Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT TV ARC jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your TV 2 Press the Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the D IN mode Y 14 e HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single connector e if the TV provides an ARC port connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN ARC port e We recommend you use a coreless HDMI cable if possible If you use a cored HDMI cable use one whose diameter is less than 0 55 inches e Anynet must be turned on e This function is not available if the HDMI cable does not support ARC CONNECTING TO A TV USING A DIGITAL OPTICAL CAI Optical Cable not supplied OPTICAL IN 1 Connect the OPTICAL IN Audio jack on the Soundbar to the OPTICAL OUT jack of the TV with a digital optical cable 2 Press the Source button on the top panel of the Soundbar or the SOURCE button on the remote control to select the D IN mode 18 CONNECTIONS gt Auto Power Link f you have connected the
39. y before using the unit Follow all the safety instructions listed below Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference 1 Read these instructions 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 2 Keep these instructions particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point 3 Heed all warnings where they exit from the apparatus 4 Follow all instructions 11 Only use attachment accessories specified by the 5 Do not use this apparatus near water manufacturer 6 Clean only with dry cloth 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance bracket or table specified by the with the manufacturer s instructions manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Keck Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 13 9 Do not
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