Samsung HW-C500 User Manual

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10DescriptionDISPLAY1SPEAKER INDICATORSDisplays the connected speakers.2LISTENING MODE INDICATORSDisplays the current listening mode.3TUNING INDICATOR

11ENG● DESCRIPTIONINSERT REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES* Battery size: AAAFollow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:Place batteries in th

12DescriptionTOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROLINPUT SELECTTV SOURCEPOWERAMP/TV DIMMERSLEEPPROLOGIC AUDIO ASSIGNBD/DVDTUNER MEMORY SUBWOOFER MO/STMUTEASCiPodV

13ENG● DESCRIPTION1POWER BUTTONTurns the receiver on/off.2AMP/TV BUTTONUsed to select the AMP/TV mode.- If you select the AMP mode, the button will fl

14ConnectionsSPEAKER POSITIONING* The HW-C500 model does not supply speakers (sold separately).Position of AV ReceiverPlace the AV Receiver on a dedic

15ENG● CONNECTIONSCenter speaker It is best to install it at the same height as the front speakers.You can also install it directly over or under the

16ConnectionsCONNECTING THE SPEAKERS (HW-C500)iPodSWFRONT (R) (not supplied)ACTIVE SUBWOOFER(not supplied)SURROUND (L) (not supplied)SURROUND (R) (not

17ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING THE SPEAKERS (HW-C560S)SWiPodFRONT (R) PS-FC560SACTIVE SUBWOOFER(not supplied)SURROUND (L) PS-RC560SModel HW-C560SAV Rec

18ConnectionsCONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES/YOUR TV VIA HDMIHDMI is a digital standard interface for connection to such devices as a TV, projector, DVD p

19ENG● CONNECTIONSHDMI FUNCTIONUsing Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV&ap

2Safety informationSAFETY WARNINGSTO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER

20ConnectionsCONNECTING TO YOUR TVVideo ConnectionIf your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supp

21ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING A DVD OR BD(Blu-ray) PLAYERVideo ConnectionConnect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (BD/DVD)

22ConnectionsCONNECTING A CABLE, SATELLITE OR SET-TOP BOXVideo ConnectionConnect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (SAT) (PR

23ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING A CD PLAYERAudio ConnectionConnect the Digital Input (COAXIAL) on your AV Receiver to the Digital Output of the CD Playe

24ConnectionsCONNECTING 5.1 CHANNEL DEVICESYou can connect the AV receiver to a DVD player, SUPER AUDIO CD player or other device with 5.1 channel out

25ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING AN iPodYou can listen to audio from an iPod through the main unit. For iPod operation with your receiver, see this page

26ConnectionsCONNECTING AN iPod (Continued)iPod models that are compatible with HW-C500/HW-C560S"Made for iPod" means that the dock has been

27ENG● BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AV RECEIVERBEFORE USING THE AV RECEIVERTurning On/OffConnect the power plug to the outlet.Press the POWER button on th

28Basic functions of your AV ReceiverSELECTING DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUTYou can listen to sound in 2 channel analog , Dolby Digital or DTS using this unit.

29ENG● SETUPFor your convenience, you can set this AV receiver's features for the best use.SETUP MENU TREEHere’s a quick look at how the setup m

3ENGPRECAUTIONSEnsure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your

30SetupLARGEYESLARGELARGE1 ~ 30 FT (1 foot steps) , default : 10 FT60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz, 200HzSURRSUBWFRONTCENTERCROVRNONENONESMALLN

31ENG● SETUPSETUP MENU TREE (Continued)0~7OFF-7 ~ 0 ~ +7ONAUDIO SETUPSPK SIZEDPLII SETUPSPK DISTANCESPK LEVELTEST TONEC- WIDTHPANORAMADIMENSIONTONE C

32SetupAUDIO SETUPSPK SIZEA/V SYNCSPK DISTANCESPK LEVELTEST TONESYNC OFF ~ SYNC 240MS (10MS Step)DPLII SETUPTONE CONTROLMP3 ENHANCERSMART VOLUMEASC SE

33ENG● SETUPSETTING THE SPEAKER SIZESignal outputs and frequency response from the speaker will be adjusted according to your speaker confi guration a

34SetupSETTING THE SPEAKER LISTENING DISTANCEIf the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from the listening position, you can adjust the delay

35ENG● SETUPSETTING THE SPEAKER LEVELYou can set the balance and level of speakers.Press the SETUP/MENU button.Each time the button is pressed, the m

36SetupSETTING THE TEST TONEUse the test tone to check the speaker connection status or level.Press the SETUP/MENU button.Each time the button is pres

37ENG● SETUPSETTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MODEThis mode provides 5.1 channel sound from 2 channel sources.Press the PROLOGIC button on the remote contro

38SetupSETTING TONE CONTROLThis will enable you to adjust the bass and treble level.Press the SETUP/MENU button.Each time the button is pressed, the m

39ENG● SETUPAV SYNCVideo may look slower than the audio if it is connected to a digital TV. If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time to match the

4Digital AV ReceiverThis product is a pure digital AV receiver that performs digital signal processing to minimize signal distortion and loss. Dolby P

40SetupASC (AUTO SOUND CALIBRATION) SETUPBy setting the ASC function just once when you relocate or install the unit, you can have the unit automatica

41ENG● SETUPIf the ASC microphone is disconnected during the ASC setup, the setup will be canceled.You can also press the ASC button on the remote co

42OperationUSING THE SURROUND MODESUsing the SOUND EFFECT button on the front of the main unitSelecting the SFE modePress the SOUND EFFECT button to s

43ENG● OPERATIONUSING THE SURROUND MODES (Continued)Surround Mode and Input Signal Charto = active, – = inactiveSurround Mode Input Signal DecodingO

44OperationLISTENING TO THE RADIOYou can listen to the radio by using either automatic or manual tuning.Press the INPUT SELECT button to select FM.Se

45ENG● OPERATIONUSING AN iPodYou can enjoy playback of your iPod using the supplied remote control.Listening to Music (iPod audio function)You can pl

46OperationUSING AN iPod (Continued)Watching a Movie (iPod Video function)You can play video fi les stored in the iPod player on a TV by connecting it

47ENG● OPERATIONCONVENIENT FUNCTIONSSleep timer functionYou can set the time that this unit will shut itself off.Press the SLEEP button.SLEEP : OFF Æ

48OperationReset functionWhen the Power is on,Press the MUTE button. MUTE appears on the display.Press the 9 button fi ve times and then press the ENTE

49ENG● MISCELLANEOUSOPERATING YOUR TV WITH THE REMOTE CONTROLPress the POWER button to turn on the TV.Press the AMP/TV button to set the remote to TV

5ENG● CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATION22 Safety Warnings3 PrecautionsFEATURES44 AccessoriesDESCRIPTION77 Front Panel8 Rear Panel10 Display11 Insert Remote

50MiscellaneousTV Brand Code ListBrand Code Number Brand Code Number Brand Code Number Admiral (M.Wards) 056, 057, 058 Luxman 018 Sylvania 018, 040,

51ENG● MISCELLANEOUSOPERATING YOUR DVD OR BD PLAYER WITH THE REMOTE CONTROLPress the POWER button to turn on the DVD (BD) player.Press the BD/DVD but

52TroubleshootingBefore requesting service, please check the following.Symptom Check RemedyThe unit will not turn on.• Is the power cord plugged int

53ENG● TROUBLESHOOTINGSymptom Check RemedyThere is no sound when playing a DTS encoded DVD. • Is Digital input selected? • Check whether the DVD

54AppendixSPECIFICATIONSGENERALWeight 12.3 IbsDimensions (W x H x D) 17.2 x 5.6 x 14.3 inchesOperating temperature range 41°F~+95°FOperating humidity

LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASERSamsung Electronics Canada Inc.(SECA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanshi

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6ContentsSETUP2929 Setup Menu Tree33 Setting the Speaker Size34 Setting the Speaker Listening Distance35 Setting the Speaker Level36 Setting the

7ENG● DESCRIPTIONFRONT PANEL1INPUT SELECTUsed to select a source. (FM  BD/DVD  SAT  TV  CD  AUX  5.1 MULTI CH  IPOD AUDIO  IPOD VIDEO).2U

8DescriptionREAR PANELiPod1 2 4 5 610 11 123 713 14 158 9iPod1 2 4 5 610 11 123 713 14 158 9< HW-C560S >< HW-C500 > * All those pictures

9ENG● DESCRIPTION1FM ANTENNA JACKConnect the FM Antenna here.2MULTI CH IN JACKSReceives the analog audio signal from an external player with a multi-