Samsung Ht D5550k User Manual

							5.1CH Blu-ray™
Home Entertainment System
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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 flash 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 fire or electric shock, do not 
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.•
CAUTION
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and 
no objects filled 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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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 classified as a CLASS 1 LASER 
product. 
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of 
procedures other than those specified herein may result 
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 except for deviations 
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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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Precautions
Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with specifications 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 
(7.5~10cm / 20~25 inches).
Do not place the product on amplifiers 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. 
To disconnect the product completely from the power supply, remove its plug from the wall outlet. 
- If you leave the product unused for a long period of time, disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks caused by lightning could 
damage the product.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or other heat sources. This could cause the product to overheat 
and malfunction.
Protect the product from moisture, excess heat, and equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i.e. 
speakers.).
Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the product malfunctions. 
Your product is not intended for industrial use. It is for personal use only.
Condensation may occur if you store your product or a disc 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.
Viewing TV using the 3D function
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D PICTURES. Read and 
understand the following safety information before using the TV’s 3D function.
WARNING 
Some viewers may experience discomfort while viewing 3D TV such as dizziness, nausea and headaches. If you 
experience any such symptom, stop viewing 3D TV, remove the 3D Active Glasses, and rest.
Watching 3D images for an extended period of time may cause eye strain. If you feel eye strain, stop viewing 3D 
TV, remove your 3D Active Glasses, and rest.
A responsible adult should frequently check on children who are using the 3D function. If there are any reports of 
tired eyes, headaches, dizziness, or nausea, have the child stop viewing 3D TV and rest.
Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for other purposes (such as general eyeglasses, sunglasses, protective 
goggles, etc.)
Do not use the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while walking or moving around. Using the 3D function or 3D 
Active Glasses while moving around may result in injuries caused by running into objects, tripping, and/or falling.
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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 
fingerprints 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 and 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
Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks 
of Dolby Laboratories. 
"ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital 
video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an 
official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit 
www.divx.com for more information and software tools to 
convert your files into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® 
device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX 
Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration 
code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup 
menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to 
complete your registration. 
DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, 
including premium content. 
DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks 
of DivX, Inc. and are used under License."
Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle and/or 
its affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of their 
respective owners.
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.
Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, and the logos are trademarks of 
Blu-ray Disc Association.
iPod is a trademark of Apple 
Inc., registered in the U.S. and 
other countries. iPhone is a 
trademark of Apple Inc.
< Open Source License Notice > 
In the case of using open source software, Open Source 
Licenses are available on the product menu. 
Copyright
© 2011 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
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The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are 
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI 
Licensing LLC in the United States and other 
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Contents
Safety InformatIon 
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2 Safety Warnings
3  Precautions
4  Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
4  License
4  Copyright
GettInG StarteD 
7
7       Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Theater
8       Icons that will be used in manual
9 Disc Types and Characteristics
13  Accessories
14  Description
14  Front Panel
15  Rear Panel
16  Remote Control
ConneCtIonS 
18
18 Connecting the Speakers
21  Connecting the Optional Wireless Receiver Module
22  Connecting the FM Antenna
23  Connecting External Devices/your TV via HDMI
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Connecting Audio from External Components27  Connecting to a Network
SetuP 
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29 Initial Settings
30  Accessing the Settings Menu
31  Display
31  3D Settings
32  TV Aspect
32  Smart Hub Screen Size
32  BD Wise (Samsung Products only)
32  Resolution
34  HDMI Color Format
34  Movie Frame (24 Fs)
34  HDMI Deep Color
34  Still Mode
34  Progressive Mode
35  Audio
35  Speaker Settings
36  Musical Room Calibration
36  Karaoke Scoring
36  User EQ
37  HDMI Audio
37  Audio Return Channel
37  Digital Output
38  Dynamic Range Control
39  Audio Sync
39  Network
39  Network Settings
42  Network Status
42  BD-LIVE
  Internet Connection
43  System
43  Initial Settings
43  Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
43  BD Data Management
43  Time Zone
43  DivX® Video On Demand
43  Reset
44  Language
 
						

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SetuP 
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44 Security
44  BD Parental Rating
44  DVD Parental Rating
44  Change Password
44  General
44  Front Display
44  Network Remote Control
45  Support
45  Software Upgrade
46  Contact Samsung
BaSIC funCtIonS 
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47 Playing a Disc
47  Using the Disc menu / Title menu / Popup menu
48  Using the Search and Skip Functions
49  Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play
49  Repeat Playback
50  Using the TOOLS button
52  Listening to Music
54  Sound Mode
55  Playing back a Picture
56  Playing back a USB Storage Device
57  Listening to Radio
57  Connecting an iPod/iPhone Using the USB Cable
57  Connecting an iPod/iPhone Using the Dock
58  Use an iPod/iPhone with a Wireless Dock Cradle (sold 
separately) for iPod/iPhone
59  iPod/iPhone Models You Can Use with This Product
60  How to Link the Wireless Transmitter with the Main Unit
60  Connecting Microphone
netWork ServICeS 
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61 Using Smart Hub
68  Samsung Apps
70  BD-LIVE™ 
70  Using the AllShare Function
otHer InformatIon 
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71 Troubleshooting
74  Specifications
Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product 
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01 Getting Started
key features of your new Blu-ray Home theater
Product Features
3D
This product can play 3D contents through an HDMI cable.
To implement the 3D effect, connect a 3D device (3D-compliant AV receiver, 3D-compliant TV) to the 
product using an HDMI cable, and play the 3D content while wearing 3D vision glasses.
Smart Hub
You can download various for pay or free-of charge applications through a network connection. These 
applications provide a range of Internet services and content including news, weather forecasts, stock 
market quotes, games, movies, and music.
AllShare
You can play videos, music and photos saved on your devices (such as your PC, mobile phones or
NAS) through the home theater via a network connection.
Audio Sync function
If you have connected the product to a digital TV, video can sometimes lag behind the audio. 
To compensate for this, you can adjust the audio delay time to sync up with the video.
iPod Sync function
If the video signal from an iPod player you attached to the product lags behind the audio signal during 
playback, you can set the audio delay time so that the video and audio match.
iPod & iPhone support
If you have connected an iPod player to the home theater using the iPod/iPhone specific USB cable, you 
can play the music files in the iPod/iPhone through the connected speakers. You can also play video files
using the iPod-specific dock, and enjoy iPod music using the wireless transmitter (sold separately).
BD Wise
BD Wise automatically adjusts BD Wise-compliant Samsung products to their optimal settings.  
This feature is enabled only if BD Wise-compliant Samsung products are connected to each other using 
an HDMI cable. 
  3D Sound
You can enjoy much natural and vivid surround sound with enriched tones.
ARC (Audio Return Channel)
You can enjoy TV sound from the Home Theater speakers by using just one HDMI cable.
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Getting Started
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Icons that will be used in manual
Make sure you understand the following terms before reading the rest of the user manual.
Term Logo IconDefinition
BD-ROMhIndicates a function available on a BD-ROM.
BD-RE/-R
�Indicates  a  function  available  on  a  BD-RE/-R  disc  recorded  in  the  
BD-RE format.
DVD-VIDEO
ZIndicates a function available on a DVD-VIDEO.
DVD-RW(V)
�
Indicates  a  function  available  on  recorded  DVD+RW  or  DVD-RW(V)/DVD-
R/+R discs that have been recorded and Finalized.
DVD-R
DVD+RW
DVD+R
Audio CDoIndicates a function available on an audio CD-RW/-R (CD-DA format).
MP3 
WMA -
�Indicates  a  function  available  in  a  CD-RW/-R,  DVD-RW/-R  disc  or  a  USB 
storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.
JPEG -
GIndicates  a  function  available  in  a  CD-RW/-R,  DVD-RW/-R  disc  or  a  USB 
storage media containing JPEG contents.
DivX
MKV MP4 
DivX�Indicates  a  function  available  in  a  CD-RW/-R,  DVD-RW/-R  disc  or  a  USB 
storage media containing DivX contents.
USB storage  device -
FIndicates a function available on a USB storage device.
CAUTION -
!Indicates a situation where a function does not operate or settings may be 
canceled.
NOTE -
✎Indicates tips or instructions on the page that help each function operate.
Shortcut Key -
Indicates this function provides direct and easy access pressing the 
button on the remote control.
 
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01 Getting Started
Disc types and Characteristics
Blu-ray Disc Compatibility
Blu-ray is a new and evolving format. Accordingly, disc 
compatibility issues are possible. Not all discs are 
compatible and not every disc will play back. For 
additional information, refer to the Disc Types and 
Characteristics section of this Manual.
NOTE
Playback may not work for some types of discs or 
when you use specific functions such as angle 
change and aspect ratio adjustment. Information 
about the discs is written in detail on the box. 
Please refer to this if necessary.
Do not allow discs to become dirty or scratched. 
Fingerprints, dirt, dust, scratches, or deposits of 
cigarette smoke on the recording surface may 
make it impossible to playback a disc.
When you play a BD-Java title, loading may take 
longer than a normal title, or some functions may 
perform slowly.
Discs that cannot be played
HD DVD Disc
DVD-RAM
3.9 GB DVD-R Disc for Authoring.
DVD-RW(VR mode)
Super Audio CD(except CD layer)
DVD-ROM/PD/MV-Disc, etc CVD/CD-ROM/
CDV/CD-G/CD-I/LD
CDGs play audio only, not graphics.
NOTE
Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased 
outside your region may not play on this product. 
If a DVD-R/-RW disc has not been recorded properly 
in DVD video format, it will not play on this product.
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Blu-ray Disc3D Blu-ray Disc
Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD
DTS-HD High Resolution 
Audio Java
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Region Code 
Both the product and the discs are coded by 
region. These regional codes must match for the 
product to play the disc.If the codes do not 
match, the disc will not play. 
Disc TypeRegion 
Code Area
Blu-ray
a
North  America,  Central  America, 
South  America,  Korea,  Japan, 
Taiwan, Hong Kong and South
East Asia.
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E u r o p e ,   G r e e n l a n d ,   F r e n c h 
territories,  Middle  East,  Africa, 
Australia and New Zealand.
cIndia, China, Russia, Central and 
South Asia.
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
4
Mexico,  South  America,  Central 
America, Australia, New Zealand, 
Pacific Islands, Caribbean
5
Russia,  Eastern  Europe,  India, 
most  of  Africa,  North  Korea, 
Mongolia
6China
Disc Types
BD-ROM
Blu-ray discs can only be played back.  
This product can play back pre-recorded 
commercial BD-ROM discs.
BD-RE/-R
Blu-ray RE/-R discs can be recorded and played 
back. This product can play back a BD-RE/-R disc 
recorded by other compatible Blu-ray disc 
recorders.
DVD-VIDEO
This product can play back pre-recorded commercial 
DVD discs (DVD-VIDEO discs) with movies.
When switching from the first layer to the second 
layer of a dual-layered DVD-VIDEO disc, there 
may be momentary distortion in the image and 
sound. This is not a malfunction of the 
product.
DVD-RW/-R/+R
This product can play back a DVD-RW/-R/+R disc 
recorded and Finalized with a DVD video recorder. 
The ability to play back may depend on recording 
conditions.
DVD+RW
This product can play back a DVD+RW disc 
recorded with a DVD Video recorder. The ability to 
play back may depend on recording conditions.
Audio CD (CD-DA)
This product can play back CD-DA format audio 
CD-RW/-R discs.
The product may not be able to play some CD-
RW/-R discs due to the condition of the 
recording.
CD-RW/-R
Use 700MB (80 minute) CD-RW/-R discs. Do not 
use 800MB (90 minutes) or larger discs, as these 
discs may not play back.
If the CD-RW/-R disc was not recorded as a 
closed session, you may experience delays when 
playing back the beginning of the disc or all 
recorded files may not play.
Some CD-RW/-R discs may not play on this 
product, depending on the device which was 
used to burn them. For contents recorded on CD-
RW/-R media from CDs for your personal use, 
playability may vary depending on the contents 
and discs.
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