Samsung HW-C500 manuale d’uso

AV Receiver System user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register HW-C500 HW-C560S HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd 1 HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd 1 2010-06-09  5:10:52 2010-06-09  5:10:52[...]

2 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or perso[...]

3 ENG IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure[...]

4 PRECAUTIONS Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack anything on top of the ampli[...]

5 ENG Digital AV Receiver This product is a pure digital AV receiver that performs digital signal processing to minimize signal distortion and loss. Dolby Pro Logic II DPL II processes any high quality stereo signal source into fi ve separate full frequency channels. DTS 96/24 DTS 96/24 encodes standard 16 bit/44.1 kHz sound to 24 bit/96kHz and ap[...]

6 Contents SAFETY INFORMATION 2 2 Safety Warnings 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Precautions FEATURES 5 5 Accessories DESCRIPTION 8 8 Front Panel 10 Rear Panel 12 Display 13 Insert Remote Control Batteries 13 Operation Range of the Remote Control 14 Tour of the Remote Control CONNECTIONS 16 16 Speaker Positioning 18 Connecting the Speakers 20 Co[...]

7 ENG ● CONTENTS SETUP 31 31 Setup Menu Tree 35 Setting the Speaker Size 36 Setting the Speaker Listening Distance 37 Setting the Speaker Level 38 Setting the Test Tone 39 Setting Dolby Pro Logic II Mode 39 Setting Dolby Pro Logic II 40 Setting Tone Control 41 AV SYNC 41 MP3 Enhancer 41 Smart Volume 42 ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) Setup 43 DRC Se[...]

8 Description FRONT PANEL 1 INPUT SELECT Used to select a source. (FM  BD/DVD  SAT  TV  CD  AUX  5.1 MULTI CH  IPOD AUDIO  IPOD VIDEO). 2 UP( , ), DOWN( . ), LEFT(<), RIGHT(>), ENTER Used to move the cursor up, down, left or right and select an item in the SETUP menu. Also used to select detailed options in the SOUND E[...]

9 ENG ● DESCRIPTION 10 ASC BUTTON Used to select the ASC(Auto Sound Calibration) mode. 11 AUDIO ASSIGN BUTTON Toggles to select an input mode for the selected source. 12 S.DIRECT/STEREO BUTTON Used to select the S.DIRECT or STEREO mode. 13 MULTI CH INPUT BUTTON Used to select a connected 5.1 multi channel player. 14 AV SYNC BUTTON Used to select [...]

10 Description REAR PANEL iPod 1 2 4 5 6 10 11 12 3 7 13 14 15 8 9 iPod 1 2 4 5 6 10 11 12 3 7 13 14 15 8 9 < HW-C560S > < HW-C500 > * All those pictures of the Rear panel are based on Model HW-C560S. HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd 10 HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd 10 2010-06-09  5:11:02 2010-06-09  5:11:02[...]

11 ENG ● DESCRIPTION 1 FM ANTENNA JACK Connect the FM Antenna here. 2 MULTI CH IN JACKS Receives the analog audio signal from an external player with a multi-channel port. 3 VIDEO IN JACKS Receives the video signal from a video player (BD/DVD, SAT, TV). 4 HDMI IN JACKS Receives digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable. 5[...]

12 Description DISPLAY 1 SPEAKER INDICATORS Displays the connected speakers. 2 LISTENING MODE INDICATORS Displays the current listening mode. 3 TUNING INDICATORS Displays the status of the current radio broadcast. 4 AUDIO INPUT INDICATORS Displays the audio input signal type of the currently connected external audio source. 5 SPEAKER LEVEL INDICATO[...]

13 ENG ● DESCRIPTION INSERT REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES * Batteries (AAA size) Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity : (+) to (+) and (–) to (–). Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year. Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries th[...]

14 Description TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL INPUT SELECT TV SOURCE POWER AMP/TV DIMMER SLEEP PROLOGIC AUDIO ASSIGN BD/DVD TUNER MEMORY SUBWOOFER MO/ST MUTE ASC iPod VOL TUNING /CH SETUP/MENU RETURN EXIT INFO TV BD/DVD SA T MUL TI CH AUX CD DSP 1 2 3 45 6 78 0 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 27 14 18 19 HW-C500-C560S-X[...]

15 ENG ● DESCRIPTION 1 POWER BUTTON Turns the receiver on/off. 2 AMP/TV BUTTON Used to select the AMP/TV mode. - If you select the AMP mode, the button will fl ash orange. - If you select the TV mode, the button will fl ash green. 3 NUMBER BUTTONS Used to select a TV channel. 4 PROLOGIC BUTTON Select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio mode. 5[...]

16 Connections SPEAKER POSITIONING * Speakers are provided with model HW-C560S only. Model HW-C500 does not come with speakers. Position of AV Receiver Place the AV Receiver on a dedicated stand or rack. Subwoofer The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like. Front Speakers Place these speakers in front of your liste[...]

17 ENG ● CONNECTIONS Center 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 TV. Surround Speakers Place these speakers behind your listening position. If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other. Place them about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90cm[...]

18 Connections CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS (HW-C500) iPo d SW FRONT (R) (not supplied) ACTIVE SUBWOOFER (not supplied) SURROUND (L) (not supplied) SURROUND (R) (not supplied) SUBWOOFER (not supplied) FRONT (L) (not supplied) CENTER (not supplied) Speakers are provided with model HW-C560S only. Model HW-C500 does not come with speakers. Contact a Samsun[...]

19 ENG ● CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS (HW-C560S) SW iPo d FRONT (R) PS-FC560S ACTIVE SUBWOOFER (not supplied) SURROUND (L) PS-RC560S Model HW-C560S AV Receiver HW-C560S FRONT SPEAKER PS-FC560S CENTER SPEAKER PS-CC560S SURROUND SPEAKER PS-RC560S SUBWOOFER PS-WC560S SURROUND (R) PS-RC560S SUBWOOFER PS-WC560S FRONT (L) PS-FC560S CENTER PS-CC5[...]

20 Connections CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES/YOUR TV VIA HDMI HDMI is a digital standard interface for connection to such devices as a TV, projector, DVD player, Blu-ray player, set-top box and more. HDMI removes any loss of signal from analog conversion, enabling you to enjoy video and audio sound quality as it was originally created in the digital [...]

21 ENG ● CONNECTIONS HDMI FUNCTION Using Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV's remote control. Anynet + can be used by connecting this AV Receiver to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. This is only available with SAMSUNG TVs and SAMSUNG AV Products that support Anynet+[...]

22 Connections CONNECTING TO YOUR TV Video Connection If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the Component Video Output (P R , P B and Y) jacks on the back of your AV Receiver to the Component Video Input jacks on your TV. OR Connect the Video cable from the VIDEO OUT (MONITOR)[...]

23 ENG ● CONNECTIONS CONNECTING A DVD OR BD(Blu-ray) PLAYER Video Connection Connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (BD/DVD) (P R , P B and Y) jacks on the back of your AV Receiver to the Component Video Output jacks on your DVD/BD player. OR Connect a Video cable from the VIDEO IN (BD/DVD) jack on the back of your AV[...]

24 Connections CONNECTING A CABLE, SATELLITE OR SET-TOP BOX Video Connection Connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (SAT) (P R , P B and Y) jacks on the back of your AV Receiver to the Component Video Output jacks on your SAT. OR Connect a Video cable from the VIDEO IN (SAT) jack on the back of your AV Receiver to the V[...]

25 ENG ● CONNECTIONS CONNECTING A CD PLAYER Audio Connection Connect the Digital Input (COAXIAL) on your AV Receiver to the Digital Output of the CD Player. OR Connect AUDIO IN (CD) on your AV Receiver to the Audio Out of the CD player. If the CD player has only one audio output jack, connect it to either the right or left audio input jack of the[...]

26 Connections CONNECTING 5.1 CHANNEL DEVICES You can connect the AV receiver to a DVD player, SUPER AUDIO CD player or other device with 5.1 channel output. SW C FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER CENTER C SW 5.1 CH iPod iP iP 5.1 Channel device HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd 26 HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd 26 2010-06-09  5:11:22 2010-06-09  5:11:2[...]

27 ENG ● CONNECTIONS CONNECTING AN iPod You can listen to audio from an iPod through the main unit. For iPod operation with your receiver, see this page and 47 ~ 48. Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on your reciever. Place the iPod in the Dock. If you want to play a movie stored in your iPod player, you should set the player'[...]

28 Connections CONNECTING AN iPod (Continued) iPod models that are compatible with HW-C500/HW-C560S "Made for iPod" means that the dock has been designed to connect specifi cally for the iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its comp[...]

29 ENG ● BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AV RECEIVER BEFORE USING THE AV RECEIVER Turning On/Off Connect the power plug to the outlet. Press the POWER button on the main unit for 2 seconds. This unit will be turned on or set to Standby mode. You can also turn the unit on/off by pressing the POWER button on the remote control. Remote control functions You[...]

30 Basic functions of your AV Receiver SELECTING DIGITAL/ANALOG INPUT You can listen to sound in 2 channel analog , Dolby Digital or DTS using this unit. Press the INPUT SELECT button to select a desired function (BD/DVD, SAT,TV, CD). See page 29. Press the AUDIO ASSIGN button on the remote control to select the external device you have connected. [...]

31 ENG ● SETUP For your convenience, you can set this AV receiver's features for the best use. SETUP MENU TREE Here’s a quick look at how the setup menus are organized on your AV Receiver. AUDIO SETUP COAX BD/DVD OPT 1,2,3 COAX SAT OPT 1,2,3 COAX TV OPT 1,2,3 COAX CD OPT 1,2,3 SPK SIZE SPK DISTANCE SPK LEVEL TEST TONE DPLII SETUP TONE CONT[...]

32 Setup LARGE YES LARGE LARGE 1 ~ 30 FT (1 foot steps) , default : 10 FT 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz, 200Hz SURR SUBW FRONT CENTER CROVR NONE NONE SMALL NO SMALL SMALL CEN S.L F.L F.R S.R S.W -10 ~ +10dB (1dB step) , default : 00dB CEN S.L F.L F.R S.R S.W AUTO MANUAL AUDIO SETUP SPK SIZE SPK DISTANCE SPK LEVEL TEST TONE SETUP MENU TREE [...]

33 ENG ● SETUP SETUP MENU TREE (Continued) 0~7 OFF -7 ~ 0 ~ +7 ON AUDIO SETUP SPK SIZE DPLII SETUP SPK DISTANCE SPK LEVEL TEST TONE C- WIDTH PANORAMA DIMENSION TONE CONTROL OFF ON TONE BASS TREBLE -6dB ~ +6dB (1dB Step) -6dB ~ +6dB (1dB Step) A/V SYNC MP3 ENHANCER SMART VOLUME ASC SETUP DRC SETUP HDMI SETUP VARIABLE SET HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.ind[...]

34 Setup AUDIO SETUP SPK SIZE A/V SYNC SPK DISTANCE SPK LEVEL TEST TONE SYNC OFF ~ SYNC 240MS (10MS Step) DPLII SETUP TONE CONTROL MP3 ENHANCER SMART VOLUME ASC SETUP OFF ON OFF ON MAX STD MIN DRC SETUP ON OFF ANYNET+ SYNC AUDIO HDMI SETUP AVR TV ON OFF OFF ON VARIABLE SET SETUP MENU TREE (Continued) START EQ ON / EQ OFF HW-C500-C560S-XAA_0609.indd[...]

35 ENG ● SETUP SETTING THE SPEAKER SIZE Signal outputs and frequency response from the speaker will be adjusted according to your speaker confi guration and whether certain speakers are used or not. Press the SETUP/MENU button. Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF . Press the ENTER button to select[...]

36 Setup SETTING THE SPEAKER LISTENING DISTANCE If the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from the listening position, you can adjust the delay time of the audio signals from the center and surround speakers. Press the SETUP/MENU button. Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF . Press the ENTER[...]

37 ENG ● SETUP SETTING THE SPEAKER LEVEL You can set the balance and level of speakers. Press the SETUP/MENU button. Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF . Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER . Press the ▲▼ buttons to select SPK LEVEL , and then press the ENTER or ► button. Press the [...]

38 Setup SETTING THE TEST TONE Use the test tone to check the speaker connection status or level. Press the SETUP/MENU button. Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF . Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER . Press the ▲▼ buttons to select TEST TONE , and then press the ENTER or ► button. Pr[...]

39 ENG ● SETUP SETTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC II MODE This mode provides 5.1 channel sound from 2 channel sources. Press the PROLOGIC button on the remote control. MOVIE : Adds realism to the movie soundtrack. MUSIC : Provides 5.1 channel surround sound for digital, analog or existing stereo sources. GAME : Enhances the excitement of the game’s sound.[...]

40 Setup SETTING TONE CONTROL This will enable you to adjust the bass and treble level. Press the SETUP/MENU button. Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF . Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER . Press the ▲▼ buttons to select TONE CONTROL , and then press the ENTER or ► button. Press the[...]

41 ENG ● SETUP AV SYNC Video 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 video. Press the SETUP/MENU button. Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF . Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER . Press the ▲▼ buttons[...]

42 Setup ASC (AUTO SOUND CALIBRATION) SETUP By setting the ASC function just once when you relocate or install the unit, you can have the unit automatically recognize the distance between speakers, levels between channels, and frequency characteristics to create a 5.1-channel sound fi eld optimized for your environment. - Before Setting - Plug the[...]

43 ENG ● SETUP If the ASC microphone is disconnected during the ASC setup, the setup will be canceled. You can also press the ASC button on the remote control to use this function. DRC SETUP You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night.DRC compresses the audio to make the loudest sounds quiete[...]

44 Operation USING THE SURROUND MODES Using the SOUND EFFECT button on the front of the main unit Selecting the SFE mode Press the SOUND EFFECT button to select SFE . Each time you press this button, SFE Æ DPLII will be selected in turn. Press the UP/DOWN ( , , . ) button. Each time you press the UP/DOWN ( , , . ) button, STEREO Æ HALL 1 Æ HALL [...]

45 ENG ● OPERATION USING THE SURROUND MODES (Continued) Surround Mode and Input Signal Chart o = active, – = inactive Surround Mode Input Signal Decoding Output Channel Display Information L/R C SL SR SUBW Display Signal Format Channel Status DOLBY (MUSIC, GAME, MATRIX, PL, MOVIE) Dolby D (5.1ch) Dolby Digital 5.1 OO O O DIGITAL L, C, R, SL, SR[...]

46 Operation LISTENING TO THE RADIO You can listen to the radio by using either automatic or manual tuning. Press the INPUT SELECT button to select FM . Select a frequency (radio broadcast). Preset tuning : Press the # , $ buttons on the remote control to select the preset frequency. Manual tuning 1 (Automatic tuning): Press and hold the TUNING/CH [...]

47 ENG ● OPERATION USING AN iPod You can enjoy playback of your iPod using the supplied remote control. Listening to Music (iPod audio function) You can play music fi les stored in the iPod player by connecting it to the AV receiver. Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on the AV Receiver. Place the iPod in the dock. Your iPod is aut[...]

48 Operation USING 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 to the AV receiver. Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on the AV receiver. In the iPod screen, move to Videos > Settings and set the TV Out option to On . Place the iPod in the [...]

49 ENG ● OPERATION CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS Sleep timer function You can set the time that this unit will shut itself off. Press the SLEEP button. SLEEP : OFF Æ 15 Æ 30 Æ 45 Æ 60 Æ 90 Æ 120 M (MIN) will be selected in turn. To check sleep timer Press the SLEEP button. The remaining time before this unit will shut itself off is shown on the disp[...]

50 Operation Reset function When the Power is on, Press the MUTE button. MUTE appears on the display. Press the 9 button fi ve times and then press the ENTER button. INITIAL : NO appears on the display. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select YES . The unit will turn off after 5 seconds. When the Power is Off, Press and hold the MEMORY button on the fr[...]

51 ENG ● MISCELLANEOUS OPERATING YOUR TV WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL Press the POWER button to turn on the TV. Press the AMP/TV button to set the remote to TV mode. Point the remote control toward the TV. While holding down POWER button, enter the code corresponding to your brand of TV. If there is more than one code listed for your TV in the table, [...]

52 Miscellaneous TV Brand Code List Brand Code Number Brand Code Number Brand Code Number Admiral (M.Wards) 056, 057, 058 Luxman 018 Sylvania 018, 040, 048, 054, 059, 060, 062 A Mark 001, 015 LXI (Sears) 019, 054, 056, 059, 060, 062, 063, 065, 071 Anam 001, 002, 003, 004,005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 013, 014 Symphonic 061, 095, 096 Magna[...]

53 ENG ● MISCELLANEOUS OPERATING YOUR DVD OR BD PLAYER WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL Press the POWER button to turn on the DVD (BD) player. Press the BD/DVD button on the remote control to set the remote to DVD (BD) mode. Point the remote control toward the DVD (BD). While holding down POWER button, enter the code corresponding to your brand of DVD (BD[...]

54 Troubleshooting Before requesting service, please check the following. Symptom Check Remedy The unit will not turn on. • Is the power cord plugged into the outlet? • Connect the power plug to the outlet. A function does not work when the button is pressed. • Is there static electricity in the air? • Disconnect the power plug and connect [...]

55 ENG ● TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Check Remedy There is no sound when playing a DTS encoded DVD. • Is Digital input selected? • Check whether the DVD player is properly connected and refer to page 30 to select the digital input. Product protection function Heat protection • The protection function will come on if the main unit or power trans[...]

56 Appendix SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Power supply 120V, 60 Hz Standby power consumption 0.9W Power consumption Main unit 75W Weight 12.3 Ibs Dimensions (W x H x D) 17.2 x 5.6 x 14.3 inches Operating temperature range 41°F~+95°F Operating humidity range 10%~75% FM TUNER Frequency response 87.5~108.0MHz Usable sensitivity 12dBf S/N ratio MONO/STEREO [...]

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