Samsung HW-C900 User Manual

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10DescriptionREAR PANEL1 3 5 6 719 208 9102 4151116 1712 13 1418 - HW-C900-XAA_0831.indd 10 - HW-C900-XAA_0831.indd 10 2010-08-31  6:21:37

11ENG● DESCRIPTION1OPTICAL IN JACKS (DIGITAL AUDIO IN)Receives the digital optical audio signal.2COAXIAL IN JACK (DIGITAL AUDIO IN) Receives the digi

12DescriptionDISPLAY1SPEAKER INDICATORSDisplays the connected speakers.2LISTENING MODE INDICATORSDisplays the current listening mode.3TUNING INDICATOR

13ENG● DESCRIPTIONINSERT REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES* Batteries (AAA size)Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:Place batteries in

14DescriptionTOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROLINPUT SELECTTV SOURCEPOWERAMP/TVMAIN/ZONE2SLEEP DIMMERNEO:6PROLOGICAUDIO ASSIGNBD/DVDTUNERMEMORYSUB WOOFER MO/S

15ENG● 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

16ConnectionsSPEAKER POSITIONINGThere are two methods for positioning the speakers.When using Dolby Pro Logic IIz, place the Surround Back Speakers in

17ENG● CONNECTIONSSurround Speakers Place these speakers behind your listening position.If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they

18ConnectionsCONNECTING THE SPEAKERSConnecting Speaker WireLoosen the knob by turning counterclockwise.Insert the bare part of the wire into the hole

19ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING THE Bi-AMP SPEAKERConnect the tweeter (high range) port and woofer (low range) to the front port and surround back speak

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

20ConnectionsZONE 2In addition to your main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room (Zone 2).You can simultaneously play back th

21ENG● CONNECTIONS1. Connecting the speakers directly to the main unit (Powered ZONE2)This setup allows 5.1-channel playback in your main room and 2-

22CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES/YOUR TV VIA HDMIHDMI is a digital standard interface for connection to such devices as a TV, projector, DVD player, Blu-

23ENG● CONNECTIONSHDMI FUNCTIONUsing Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV&ap

24CONNECTING TO YOUR TVVideo ConnectionIf your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from

25ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING A DVD OR BD(Blu-ray) PLAYERVideo ConnectionConnect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (BD/DVD)

26CONNECTING A CABLE, SATELLITE OR SET-TOP BOXVideo ConnectionConnect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (SAT) (PR, PB and Y)

27ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING A VCRVideo ConnectionFor playbackConnect a Video cable from the VIDEO IN (VCR) jack on the back of your AV Receiver to t

28ConnectionsCONNECTING A CD PLAYERAudio ConnectionConnect the Digital Input (COAXIAL, OPTICAL1~3) on your AV Receiver to the Digital Output of the CD

29ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING 7.1 CHANNEL DEVICESYou can connect the AV receiver to a DVD player, SUPER AUDIO CD player or other device with 7.1 chann

3ENGIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This dev

30ConnectionsCONNECTING AN iPodYou can listen to audio from an iPod through the main unit. For iPod operation with your receiver, see this page andpag

31ENG● CONNECTIONSCONNECTING AN iPod (Continued)iPod models that are compatible with HW-C900 iPod nano1st generation1GB 2GB 4GB iPod nano2nd gener

32ConnectionsCONNECTING THE FM ANTENNA Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM ANTENNA terminal as a temporary measure.Slowly move the antenna wire

33ENG● BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AV RECEIVERBEFORE USING THE AV RECEIVERTurning On/OffConnect the power plug to the outlet.This unit will set to Standb

34Basic functions of your AV ReceiverBASICS OF ZONE2 (Continued)Using the ZONE 2 controlsOperation This Unit Remote Control Unit Display & Indicat

35ENG● BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AV RECEIVERAUDIO SETUPSelecting a source device and connection jack (Digital Audio In)Select the external devices you

36Basic functions of your AV ReceiverSELECTING DIGITAL/(HDMI)/ANALOGYou can listen to sound in 2 channel analog , Dolby Digital or DTS using this unit

37ENG● 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

38Setup1 ~ 30 FT (1 foot steps) , default : 10 FTCENS.LF.LF.RS.RSBL/FHLAUDIO SETUPSPK SIZESPK DISTANCETEST TONESETUP MENU TREE (Continued)SBR/FHRS.W-1

39ENG● SETUPSETUP MENU TREE (Continued)0~7OFF-7 ~ 0 ~ +7ONDPLIIX SETUPTEST TONETONE CONTROLOFF ONC- WIDTHPANORAMADIMENSIONTONE0~5C-IMAGENEO:6 SETUPBA

4PRECAUTIONSSafety informationEnsure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your playe

40SetupSETUP MENU TREE (Continued)MP3 ENHANCERSMART VOLUMEASC SETUPOFF ONOFF ONMAXDRC SETUPSYNCAUDIOHDMI SETUPAVR TVON OFFOFF ONVARIABLE SETSTART EQ O

41ENG● SETUPSETTING THE SPEAKER SIZESignal outputs and frequency response from the speaker will be adjusted according to your speaker confi guration a

42SetupCONNECTION SETTING FOR SURROUND BACK Settings for the surround back speaker differ depending on the connection method and installation site of

43ENG● SETUPSETTING THE SPEAKER LISTENING DISTANCEIf the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from the listening position, you can adjust the

44SetupSETTING THE SPEAKER LEVELYou can set the balance and level of speakers.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.Each time the button i

45ENG● SETUPSETTING THE TEST TONEUse the test tone to check the speaker connection status or level.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

46SetupSETTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODEThis mode provides up to 7.1 channel sound from 2 channel sources, or provides 7.1 channel sound from 5.1 channel s

47ENG● SETUPSETTING TONE CONTROLThis will enable you to adjust the bass and treble level.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.Each time

48SetupSETTING EX/ES MODEWhen surround back speakers are connected, you can listen to 7.1 multi-channel sound using the built-in Dolby Digital Surroun

49ENG● SETUPMP3 ENHANCERThis also helps enhance your sound experience (ex. mp3 music). Use this if you want to hear better sound from a low quality m

5ENGFeaturesACCESSORIESINPUT SELECTTV SOURCEPOWERAMP/TVMAIN/ZONE2SLEEP DIMMERNEO:6PROLOGICAUDIO ASSIGNBD/DVDTUNERMEMORYSUB WOOFER MO/STMUTEASCiPodVOLT

50SetupASC (AUTO SOUND CALIBRATION) SETUPBy setting the ASC function just once when you relocate or install the unit, you can have the unit automatica

51ENG● SETUPDRC SETUPYou can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night.DRC compresses the audio to m

52SetupHDMI SETUPUse this if you want to receive audio from HDMI connected external devices.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control. Each ti

53ENG● SETUPVIDEO CONV. (Video Conversion)You can convert the incoming composite or component video signal into a maximum quality of the connected TV

54SetupZONE2 SETUPYou can use the remote control or the master volume of the main unit to adjust the volume of ZONE2.Press the SETUP/MENU button on th

55ENG● OPERATIONUSING THE SURROUND MODESUsing the AUDIO EFFECT button on the front of the main unitSelecting the DPLIIx modePress the AUDIO EFFECT bu

56OperationUSING THE SURROUND MODES (Continued)Input Signal and Surround Charto = active, – = inactiveInput Signal Surround ModeOutput Channel Displa

57ENG● OPERATIONLISTENING TO THE RADIOYou can listen to the radio by using either automatic or manual tuning.Press the INPUT SELECT button to select

58OperationUSING AN iPodYou can enjoy playback of your iPod using the supplied remote control.Listening to Music (iPod audio function)You can play mus

59ENG● OPERATIONUSING AN iPod (Continued)Watching a Movie (iPod Video function)You can play video fi les stored in the iPod player on a TV by connecti

6ContentsSAFETY INFORMATION22 Safety Warnings3 Important Safety Instructions4 PrecautionsFEATURES55 AccessoriesDESCRIPTION88 Front Panel10 Rear Panel1

60OperationCONVENIENT FUNCTIONSSleep timer functionYou can set the time that this unit will shut itself off.Press the SLEEP button.SLEEP : OFF  15 

61ENG● OPERATIONReset functionWhen the Power is on,Press the MUTE button. MUTE appears on the display.Press the 2 button fi ve times and then press th

62MiscellaneousOPERATING 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 mode.

63ENG● MISCELLANEOUSTV Brand Code ListBrand Code Number Brand Code Number Brand Code Number Admiral (M.Wards) 056, 057, 058 Luxman 018 Sylvania 018

64MiscellaneousOPERATING YOUR DVD OR BD PLAYER WITH THE REMOTE CONTROLPress the POWER button to turn on the DVD (BD) player.Press the BD/DVD button on

65ENG● TROUBLESHOOTINGBefore requesting service, please check the following.Symptom Check RemedyThe unit will not turn on.• Is the power cord plugg

66TroubleshootingSymptom Check RemedyCan't select Dolby Pro Logic llx mode. • Is the input signal selected properly? • Only 2 channel signal c

67ENG● APPENDIXAppendixSPECIFICATIONSGENERALPower supply 120V, 60 HzStandby power consumption 0.9WPower consumption 75WWeight 12.3 IbsDimensions (W

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7ENG● CONTENTSSETUP3737 Setup Menu Tree41 Setting the Speaker Size42 Connection setting for surround BACK 43 Setting the Speaker Listening Distan

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8DescriptionFRONT PANEL1INPUT SELECT CONTROLUsed to select a source. (FM  BD/DVD  SAT  TV  VCR CD  AUX1  AUX2  7.1 MULTI CH  IPOD AUDIO 

9ENG● DESCRIPTION11S.DIRECT BUTTON Used to select the S.DIRECT mode.(Output the original signal as it is without applying the sound fi eld effect or a