Samsung Ht C550 User Manual

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Safety Information
Safety Warnings
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER(OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 
DO NOT OPEN
The lighting fl ash and Arrowhead within 
Triangle Is awarning sign alerting you of 
dangerous voltage Inside the product.CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO 
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.The explanation point within the triangle is 
a warning sign alerting you of important 
instructions accompanying the product.
WARNING 
To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock, do not 
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely 
attached to the fl oor/wall in accordance with the 
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CAUTION
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and 
no objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on 
the apparatus.
The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay 
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This product satisfi es FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other 
equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded 
cables and connectors for connections.
FCC NOTE (for U.S.A)
This 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.
This 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.
If 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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult 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.
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DANGER  
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. 
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (FDA 21 CFR)
CAUTION  
CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION 
WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM (IEC 
60825-1)
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS 
OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES 
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN 
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN 
COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER 
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CLASS 1  LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1  LASER PRODUKT 
LUOKAN 1  LASER LAITE
KLASS 1      LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO LÁSER CLASE 1
  CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTThis product is classifi ed as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of 
procedures other than those specifi ed herein may result 
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 except for deviations 
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Accessories
Check for the supplied accessories below.
Video Cable 
(AH39-40001V) FM Antenna 
(AH42-00017A) ASC microphone
(AH30-00099A) iPod Dock 
(AH96-00051A)
FUNCTION
TV SOURCEPOWERDVD RECEIVER/TV SLEEP
DISC MENU MENU TITLE MENU
MUTE
REPEATVOLTUNING /CHTOOLS
RETURN EXIT
INFOABCDTUNER MEMORYDIMMER
S . VOL AUDIO UPSCALE
P .BASS
MO/ST CD RIPPING
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(3301-000144)User's Manual(AH68-02269R)Remote Control (AH59-02291A)/ 
Batteries (AAA size) (4301-000116)
Important Safety Instructions
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. 
Follow all the safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating 
instructions handy for future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these Instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7)   Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with 
the manufacturer's instructions.
8)   Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that 
produce heat.
9)   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. The wide blade or the third prong are provided 
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fi  t into your outlet, 
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10)   Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point 
where they exit from the apparatus.
11)   Only use attachment/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12)   Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed 
by the 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.
13)   Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms 
or when unused for long periods of time.
14)   Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service 
personnel. Servicing is required when the 
apparatus has been damaged in any way, 
such as 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.
Precautions
Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with 
the identifi cation 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).
Do not place the product on amplifi ers or other equipment 
which may become hot. 
Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. 
Do not stack anything on top of the product. 
Before moving the product, ensure the Disc Insert Hole is 
empty. 
In order to disconnect the product completely from the power 
supply, remove the AC plug from the wall outlet, especially 
when left unused for a long period of time.
During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the 
wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could 
damage the product.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or other 
heat sources. This could lead to overheating and 
malfunction of the product.
 Protect the product from moisture, and excess heat or 
equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fi elds (i.
e. speakers.).
Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the 
product malfunctions. 
Your product is not intended for industrial use. Use of 
this product is for personal use only.
Condensation may occur if your product or disc has 
been stored in cold temperatures. If transporting the 
product during the winter, wait approximately 2 hours 
until the product has reached room temperature before 
using.
The batteries used with this product contain chemicals 
that are harmful to the environment.
Do not dispose of batteries in the general household 
trash.
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Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and 
picture quality or cause skipping.
Be especially careful not to scratch discs when 
handling them.
Holding discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. 
Hold the disc by the edges so that 
fi ngerprints will not get on the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
Disc Storage
Do not keep in direct sunlight
Keep in a cool ventilated area
Keep in a clean Protection jacket.
Store vertically.
NOTE
Do not allow the discs to become contaminated with dirt.
Do not load cracked or scratched discs.
Handling and Storing Discs
If you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a 
mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth.
When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the 
outside of the disc
NOTE
Condensation may form if warm air comes into contact 
with cold parts inside the product. When condensation 
forms inside the product, it may not operate correctly. If 
this occurs, remove the disc and let the product stand 
for 1 or 2 hours with the power on.
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License
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format 
created by DivX,Inc. This is an offi cial DivX Certifi ed 
device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more 
information and software tools to convert your fi les into DivX video. 
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certifi ed® device must be 
registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. To 
generate the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in the devic\
e 
setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com with this  code to complete the 
registration process and learn more about DivX VOD. 
DivX Certifi ed® to play DivX ® video
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., 
registered in the U.S. and other 
countries. 
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories.
“Pat. 7,295,673; 7,460,688; 7,519,274”
Copyright
© 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights 
reserved.
Copy Protection
  Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. 
Because of this, you should only connect your product 
directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR 
results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD 
discs.
“This item incorporates copy protection technology that is 
protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property 
rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and 
disassembly are prohibited.”  
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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION
2
2 Safety Warnings
3  Important Safety Instructions
3 Precautions
3 Accessories
4  Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
4 License
4 Copyright
4 Copy Protection
GETTING STARTED
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7       Features
7       Icons that will be used in manual
8  Disc Types and Characteristics
11 Description
11 Front Panel 
12 Rear Panel
13 Remote control
CONNECTIONS
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15  Connecting the Speakers
22  Connecting the Video Out to your TV
24  Connecting the FM Antenna
24 
Connecting Audio from External Components
SETUP
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26  Before Starting (Initial Setting)
26  Setting the Setup menu
27 Display
27 TV Aspect
27 BD Wise
27 Resolution
27 HDMI Format
28 Audio
28 Speaker Setting
29  ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) Setting
30  DRC (Dynamic Range Compression)
30 AV-SYNC
30 HDMI AUDIO
30 EQ Optimizer
31 System
31 Initial Setting
31 DivX(R) Registration
31 Language
31 Security
31 Parental Rating
31 Change Password
31 Support
31 Product Information
ENGLISH
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BASIC FUNCTIONS
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32 Disc Playback
32  Audio CD(CD-DA)/MP3/WMA Playback
33  JPEG File Playback
33  Using the Playback Function
37 Sound Mode
39  Listening to Radio
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
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40 USB Function
40  Using an iPod
42 CD Ripping
OTHER INFORMATION
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43 Troubleshooting
44  Country code list
45 Index
46 Specifi cations
Contents
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01 Getting Started
Features
Playback of many disc types
This product allows you to play back various discs, 
including DVD-Video, DVD±R/±RW , CD-DA, 
CD-R/-RW, MP3-CD, WMA-CD and DivX.
USB Host support
You can enjoy media fi les such as pictures, movies 
and music saved on a MP3 player, digital camera or 
USB memory stick by connecting the storage device 
to the USB port of the product.
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II is a form of multi-channel audio 
signal decoding technology that improves upon 
existing Dolby Pro Logic.
HDMI
HDMI transmits DVD video and audio signals 
simultaneously, and provides a clearer picture.
The 1080p(Full HD) resolution provides even clearer 
pictures.
iPod & iPhone support
You can enjoy music fi les by connecting your iPod to 
the product with the supplied iPod dock.
BD Wise
BD Wise automatically adjusts BD Wise-compliant 
Samsung products to the optimal settings between
them. This feature is enabled only if BD Wise-compliant 
Samsung products are connected to each other
using an HDMI cable.
AV SYNC Function
Video may lag behind the audio if the product is 
connected to a digital TV.
To compensate for this, you can adjust the audio delay 
time to sync up with the video.
Getting Started
Icons that will be used in manual
Make sure to check the following terms before 
reading the user manual.
Icon Term Defi nition
dDVDThis involves a function 
available with DVD-Video or 
DVD±R/±RW discs that 
have been recorded and 
fi nalized in Video Mode.
BCDThis involves a function 
available with a data CD (CD 
DA, CD-R/-RW).
AMP3This involves a function 
available with CD-R/-RW 
discs.
GJPEGThis involves a function 
available with CD-R/-RW 
discs.
DDivXThis involves a function 
available with MPEG4 discs. 
(DVD±R/±RW, CD-R/-RW)
!CAUTIONThis involves a case where a 
function does not operate or 
settings may be canceled.
✎NOTEThis involves tips or instructions 
on the page that help each 
function operate.
Shortcut 
KeyThis function provides direct and 
easy access pressing the button 
on the remote control.
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Getting Started
Disc Types and Characteristics
Region Code
The product and the discs are coded by region. These 
regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the 
codes do not match, the disc will not play.
Disc TypeRegion 
CodeArea
DVD-VIDEO
1The U.S., U.S. territories and 
Canada
2Europe, Japan, the Middle East, 
Egypt, South Africa, Greenland
3Taiwan, Korea, the Philippines, 
Indonesia, Hong Kong
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Mexico, South America, Central 
America, Australia, New Zealand, 
Pacifi c Islands, Caribbean
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Russia, Eastern Europe, India, 
most of Africa, North Korea, 
Mongolia
6China
Getting Started
Disc types that can be played
Disc Types & 
Mark (Logo)Recorded 
Signals Disc 
Size Max. Playing Time
DVD-VIDEOAUDIO 
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VIDEO
5 inches
Approx. 240 min. 
(single-sided)
Approx. 480 min. 
(double-sided)
3 1/2 
inchesApprox. 80 min. 
(single-sided)
Approx. 160 min. 
(double-sided)
AUDIO-CDAUDIO
5 inches74 min.
3 1/2 
inches20 min.
DivXAUDIO 
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VIDEO5 
inches
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Do not use the following type of discs!
  LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and DVD-
RAM discs cannot be played in this unit.
If such discs are played, a  message appears on the TV screen.
  DVD discs purchased abroad may not play on this 
product.
If such discs are played, a  message appears on the TV screen.   
Disc Types And Disc Format 
This product does not support Secure (DRM) Media fi les. 
CD-R Discs
 Some CD-R discs may not be playable depending on 
the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC) and the 
condition of the disc. 
   
 
Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R disc. 
Do not use CD-R discs over 700MB/80 minutes as 
they may not be played back.
 Some CD-RW (Rewritable) media, may not be playable. 
 Only CD-Rs that are properly "closed" can be fully 
played. If the session is closed but the disc is left open, 
you may not be able to fully play the disc.
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01 Getting Started
CD-R MP3 Discs
 Only CD-R discs with MP3 fi les in ISO 9660 or 
Joliet format can be played.
 MP3 fi le names should contain no blank spaces 
or special characters (. / = +).
 Use discs recorded with a compression/
decompression data rate greater than 128Kbps.
 Only fi les with the ".mp3" and ".MP3" extensions 
can be played.
 Only a consecutively written multisession disc can 
be played. If there is a blank segment in the 
Multisession disc, the disc can be played only up 
to the blank segment.
   
 
If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to begin 
playback and not all of the recorded fi les may be played.
   
For fi les encoded in Variable Bit Rate (VBR) 
format, i.e. fi les encoded in both low bit rate and 
high bit rate (e.g., 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps), the 
sound may skip during playback.
 A maximum of 500 tracks can be played per CD. 
 A maximum of 300 folders can be played per CD.
CD-R JPEG Discs
 Only fi les with the "jpg" extensions can be played.
   
If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start 
playing and not all of the recorded fi les may be played.
   
Only CD-R discs with JPEG fi les in ISO 9660 or Joliet 
format can be played.
   
JPEG fi le names should be 8 characters or less in 
length and contain no blank spaces or special 
characters (. / = +).
   
Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be 
played. If there is a blank segment in the multisession 
disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank 
segment.
 A maximum of 999 images can be stored on a folder.
   
When playing a Kodak/Fuji Picture CD, only the JPEG 
fi les in the picture folder can be played.
   
 
 
 
Picture discs other than Kodak/Fuji Picture CDs may 
take longer to start playing or may not play at all.
DVD±R/±RW, CD-R/RW Discs
 Software updates for incompatible formats are not 
supported.
(Example : QPEL, GMC, resolutions higher than 
800 x 600 pixels, etc.)
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If a DVD-R/-RW disc has not been recorded 
properly in DVD Video format, it will not be 
playable.
DivX (Digital internet video express)
DivX is a video fi le format developed by Microsoft and is 
based on MPEG4 compression technology to provide 
audio and video data over the Internet in real-time. 
MPEG4 is used for video encoding and MP3 for audio 
encoding, enabling to watch a movie at near DVD-quality 
video and audio.
Supported Formats (DivX)
This product only supports the following media formats.
If both video and audio formats are not supported, the 
user may experience problems such as broken images 
or no sound.
Supported Video Formats
Format Supported Versions
AVI
DivX3.11~DivX5.1, XviD
WMV
V1/V2/V3/V7
Supported Audio Formats
Format Bit RateSampling 
Frequency
MP3
80~320kbps
44.1khz
WMA
56~128kbps
AC3
128~384kbps 44.1/48khz
DTS
1.5Mbps 44.1khz
DivX fi les, including audio and video fi les, created in 
the DTS format can only support up to 6Mbps.
Aspect Ratio : Although the default DivX resolution is 
640x480 pixels, this product supports up to 
720x480 pixels. TV screen resolutions higher than 
800 will not be supported.
When you play a disc whose sampling frequency is 
higher than 48khz or 320kbps, you may experience 
shaking on the screen during playback.
Sections with a high frame rate might not be played 
while playing a DivX fi le.
Since this product only provides encoding formats 
authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., a DivX fi le 
created by the user might not play.
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Getting Started
Notes on USB connection
Supported devices: USB storage media, MP3 
player, digital camera, USB card readerIf a folder or fi le name is longer than 10 
characters, it may not properly display or 
operate.
A subtitle fi le bigger than 148KB may not be 
properly displayed.
A certain USB/digital camera device, USB card 
reader may not be compatible with the product.
FAT16 and FAT32 fi le systems are supported.NTFS fi le system is not supported.
Photo (JPEG), music (MP3, WMA) and video fi le 
should have their names in Korean or English.  
Otherwise, the fi le may not played.
Connect directly to the product's USB port. 
Connecting through another cable may raise 
problems with USB compatibility.
Inserting more than one memory device to a 
multi-card reader may not operate properly.
PTP protocol for digital camera is not supported.
Do not disconnect USB device during a 
"Reading" process.
Bigger the image resolution, the longer the delay 
to displaying.
DRM applied MP3/WMA or video fi les 
downloaded from a commercial site are not 
played back.
External HDD device is not supported.
Supported fi le formats
Format Still 
Picture Music Movie
File name
JPG MP3 WMA WMV DivX
File 
extensionJPG 
.JPEG .MP3 .WMA .WMV .AVI
Bit rate–
80~320kbps56~128kbps4Mbps 4Mbps
Version––V8V1,V2,
V3,V7DivX3.11~ DivX5.1,  XviD
Pixel640x480––720x480
Sampling 
Frequency–44.1kHz 44.1kHz44.1KHz~ 48KHz
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