HW-C900

AV Receiver 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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING

This symbol indicates ???dangerous voltage??? inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

???To reduce the risk of ???re or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

???To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the ???oor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

CAUTION

???Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ???lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

???The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay readily operable at any time.

This product satis???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 modi???cations to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

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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 Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 7.9 inches between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations

This digital apparatus (Wireless Internet Radio) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

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 ampli???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 ???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 speci???ed by the manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speci???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 quali???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.

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Safety information

PRECAUTIONS

2.7 inches

3.9 inches

3.9 inches

3.9 inches

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 amplifier. In order to disconnect the player 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 unit.

Protect the player from moisture(i.e. vases), and excess heat(e.g.fireplace) or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i.e.speakers...). Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the player malfunctions. Your player is not intended for industrial use.

Use of this product is for personal use only.

Condensation may occur if your player or disc have been stored in cold temperatures.

If transporting the player during the winter, wait approximately 2 hours until the unit has reached room temperature before using.

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat

sources.

This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the unit.

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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Features

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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 llx

Dolby Pro Logic IIx is a new technology that provides discrete 7.1 channels out of 2 channel or multi channel sources.It also provides Music,Movie and Game modes. Dolby Pro Logic IIx is an improved surround system that is optimized to a 7.1 CH multimedia system, enabling you to maximize your entertainment experience.

DTS-HD (Master Audio, High Resolution)

(Digital Theater Systems - High De???nition)

DTS-HD Audio provides the highest quality multi-channel sound possible.

It delivers sound quality that matches the clear and vivid images of high-de???nition video.

DTS

Provides a full range of 6 channels by converting a digital PCM or analog stereo signal using DTS digital matrix decoding.

Dolby Pro Logic llz

Dolby Pro Logic IIz adds front height channels to surround sound, creating a 7.1 playback system for video games, home music, and movies; bringing enhanced spatial effects and enveloping sound.

Dolby Digtal EX

Adds a surround back channel for more spacious sound compared to regular 5.1 channel Dolby Digital.

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby Digital Plus is the next-generation audio technology for all high-de???nition programming and media.

Dolby True-HD

Dolby True-HD is Dolby???s next-generation lossless technology developed for high-de???nition disc-based media.

DTS 96/24

DTS 96/24 encodes standard 16 bit/44.1 kHz sound to 24 bit/96kHz and applies it to a 5.1 CH sound track.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

DTS provides a discrete 5.1 CH digital audio signal for both music and movie contents and uses less compression than Dolby Digital for richer sound.

DTS-ES

(Extended Surround)

The DTS-ES (Extended Surround) system is a new multi digital signal format that was developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc.

Supporting full compatibility with the conventional DTS digital surround sound format, the DTS-ES (Extended Surround) system improves the surround signal for a 360- degree surround effect.

DTS-ES adds an additional rear center surround channel for 6.1 channel sound.

iPod

You can enjoy music ???les by connecting your iPod/iPhone to the AV Receiver with the supplied iPod dock.

SFE (Sound Field Effect) Using 32bit Audio Digital Signal Processing

Provides more realistic surround sound with normal stereo audio sources.

Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Function

Anynet+ is a function that can be used to operate this AV Receiver with a Samsung TV remote control, by connecting the receiver to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. (This function is available only in connection with Samsung TV and DVD player supporting Anynet+(HDMI-CEC).)

ACCESSORIES

POWER

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Contents

SAFETY INFORMATION

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FEATURES

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2Safety Warnings

3 Important Safety Instructions

4 Precautions

5Accessories

DESCRIPTION

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CONNECTIONS

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8 Front Panel

10 Rear Panel

12Display

13Insert Remote Control Batteries

13Operation Range of the Remote Control

14Tour of the Remote Control

16 Speaker Positioning

18Connecting the Speakers

19Connecting the Bi-Amp Speaker

20Connecting the ZONE2 Speaker

22Connecting External Devices/Your TV via

HDMI

23HDMI Function

24Connecting to your TV

25Connecting a DVD or BD(Blu-ray) Player

26Connecting a Cable, Satellite or Set-top Box

27Connecting a VCR

28Connecting a CD Player

29Connecting 7.1 Channel Devices

29Connecting the Trigger Out Jacks

30Connecting an iPod

32 Connecting the FM Antenna

32 Connecting Aux Components

BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR AV

RECEIVER

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33 Before Using the AV Receiver

33 Basics of ZONE2

35Audio Setup

36Selecting Digital/Analog Input

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CONTENTS ???

MISCELLANEOUS

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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APPENDIX

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62 Operating Your TV With the Remote Control

64Operating your DVD or BD player with the remote control

65Troubleshooting

67 Speci???cations

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Description

FRONT PANEL

Used to select a source.

1 INPUT SELECT CONTROL (FM  BD/DVD  SAT  TV  VCR CD  AUX1  AUX2  7.1 MULTI CH  IPOD AUDIO 

IPOD VIDEO).

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DESCRIPTION ???

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Description

REAR PANEL

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can be used in Zone 2. For more information about ZONE2 connection, refer to page 20.

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DESCRIPTION ???

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INSERT REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES

* Batteries (AAA size)

MFollow 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 that look similar may differ in voltage.

???Always replace both batteries at the same time.

???Do not expose the batteries to heat or a ???ame.

OPERATION RANGE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control can be used up to approximately 23 feet/7 meters in a straight line. It can also be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30?? from the remote control sensor.

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DESCRIPTION ???

POWER

MAIN/

AMP/TV ZONE2 BD/DVD

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NEO:6 SLEEP DIMMER

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Description

TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

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MAIN/

AMP/TV ZONE2 BD/DVD

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NEO:6 SLEEP DIMMER

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PROLOGIC AUDIO ASSIGN DSP

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MUTE

SETUP/MENU

INFO

BD/DVD SAT TV/AUX1 CD

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DESCRIPTION ???

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Connections

This section involves various methods of connecting the AV receiver to other external components. Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.

SPEAKER POSITIONING

There are two methods for positioning the speakers.

When using Dolby Pro Logic IIz, place the Surround Back Speakers in the FHL, FHR position and connect them to SURROUND BACK/ FRONT HEIGHT Jack.

L, R, C, SW, SL, SR, SBL, SBR ( Dolby Pro Logic IIx )

L, R, C, SW, SL, SR, FHL, FHR( Dolby Pro Logic IIz)

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 listening position, facing inwards (about 45??) toward you. Place the speakers so that their tweeters will be at the same height as your ears.

Align the front face of the front speakers with the front face of the center speaker or place them slightly in front of the center speaker.

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.

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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) above your ears, facing slightly downward.

Unlike the front and center speakers, the surround speakers are used to handle mainly sound effects and sound will not come from them all the time.

Surround Back Speakers SBL SBR

If you are using two rear center speakers, place them behind the listening position. Place the surround back speaker about 2.3-3.3 feet (70 cm to 1 m).

Front Height Speakers FHL FHR (Using Dolby Pro Logic IIz)

When using Dolby Pro Logic IIz, place the Surround Back Speakers on the FHL, FHR position above the front L and front R speakers at least 3.3 feet(1 m) above each one.

M ??? When you attach the speakers to the wall, make sure to fasten them tightly so they do not fall off.

Speaker Con???guration

For the best surround-sound experience, you should connect seven speakers and a powered subwoofer. The following table shows which channels you should use based on the number of speakers you have.

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CONNECTIONS ???

SBL FHL

SBR FHR

M??? No matter how many speakers you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for powerful and solid bass.

???If you place a speaker near your TV set, screen color may be distorted because of the magnetic ???eld generated by the speaker. If this occurs, place the speaker away from your TV set.

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Connections

CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS

FRONT (R) SURROUND(R) SURROUNDBACK(R) SURROUNDBACK(L) SURROUND(L) FRONT (L)

ACTIVE SUBWOOFER

CENTER

M??? If you want to use two active subwoofer speakers, connect both subwoofer speakers into the SUBWOOFER OUT terminals in the rear panel.

???When using Dolby Pro Logic IIz, connect the Surround Back Speakers (FHL, FHR) to SURROUND BACK/FRONT HEIGHT Jack.

Connecting Speaker Wire

1. Loosen the knob by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the bare part of the wire into the hole in the side of each terminal.

3. Tighten the knob by turning clockwise to secure the wire.

M??? Keep the subwoofer speaker out of reach of children to prevent them from inserting their hands or objects into the duct (hole).

???Never touch speaker terminals while the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shock.

???Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct.

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CONNECTING THE Bi-AMP SPEAKER

Connect the tweeter (high range) port and woofer (low range) to the front port and surround back speaker port respectively as appropriate. Then, you can use the bi-ampli???cation feature that supports enriched high range and base tones.

M??? To enable the Bi-Amp feature, you must set SB SETUP to Bi-AMP in SETUP menu. See page 42.

??? With the Bi-amp feature, you can use up to 5.1 channels for speaker output in the main unit.

J??? If Bi-amp is active, you may encounter a restricted access if you have not removed the shorting bar (like a jumper) in both tweeter and subwoofer ports in the front speaker.

???Before you can use bi-amp, ensure that you use a speaker that supports bi-amplifying.

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Connections

ZONE 2

???In addition to your main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room (Zone 2).

???You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the Main Zone and Zone 2. You can also play back the separate sources in the Main Zone and Zone 2.

???Use an RCA video cable to connect the AV receiver???s ZONE 2 Video OUT jacks to an Video input on your Zone 2 TV.

M??? It is not possible to play the digital audio signals input from the HDMI, Coaxial or Optical connectors.

???Use analog connections for Zone 2 playback.

???Video output is available in Zone 2.

Connecting the Zone 2 Speaker

There are two ways you can connect Zone 2 speakers:

1.Connecting the Zone 2 speakers directly to the main unit (Powered ZONE 2)

2.Connecting using the external ampli???er (ZONE2)

AV

RECEIVER

Powered ZONE 2

Install speaker in Connecting speaker directly to main unit sub space

Install speaker in main space

ZONE 2

Connecting using the external ampli???er

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1. Connecting the speakers directly to the main unit (Powered ZONE2)

This setup allows 5.1-channel playback in your main room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room.

??? Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver???s Surround Back Speaker terminals.

Zone 2

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CONNECTIONS ???

M??? To enable the Powered ZONE2 feature, you must set SB SETUP to ZONE2 in SETUP menu. See page 42.

???You can adjust the volume of Powered ZONE2 using the volume control in the main unit when ZONE2 SETUP is set to VARIABLE.

2. Connecting using the external ampli???er (ZONE2)

This setup allows 7.1-channel playback in your main listening room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room.

???Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receiver???s ZONE 2 OUT L/R jacks to an analog audio input on your Zone 2 ampli???er.

???Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the speaker terminals on your Zone 2 ampli???er

ZONE 2

M??? The Volume in Zone 2 using the external ampli???er with volume control (like AV Receiver or Pre-Main Ampli???er) can be controlled in the external ampli???er.

???If external ampli???er does not provide the volume control function like Power Ampli???er, set ZONE2 to "VOL VARIABLE" in SETUP menu.

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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 source.

By connecting through the HDMI(High-De???nition Multimedia Interface) interface, you can play back digital video and audio.

???Connect it if you want to use Anynet+.

OPTICAL

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High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection System (HDCP) support

To play digital contents through the HDMI connection, both the connected external device and TV must support High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection System (HDCP). This product supports HDCP.

Compatibility with a TV Supporting HDMI

M??? Audio from SACD discs will not be heard with this connection. To play a DVD disc whose copyright is protected by CPPM, use a player supporting CPPM.

???The quality of the audio output through the HDMI jack (sampling frequency and bit rate) may be limited by the performance of the connected device.

???Since HDMI connection supports both video and audio, you don???t have to connect an additional audio cable.

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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+.

1.Connect the AV receiver to a Samsung TV with an HDMI cable. (See page 22)

2.Set the Anynet+ function on your TV.

(See the TV instructions manual for more information.)

???You can operate the volume on the AV receiver by using Volume buttons on the TV remote control.

To turn on Anynet+

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select HDMI SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select HDMI ANYNET+, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

5.Press the ?????? buttons to set ANYNET+ to ON.

- To exit setup mode-

???Press the SETUP/MENU button.

SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

M??? If you use an HDMI cable to connect a Samsung TV to your AV Receiver, you can operate the AV receiver using the TV???s remote control. This function is available only in connection with Samsung TV and DVD player supporting Anynet +(HDMI-CEC).

???Please check your TV for the n logo. If your TV has an n logo, then it supports the Anynet+ function.

???When you are making Anynet+ connection, do not connect more than two AV receivers (Anynet+ installed). Otherwise, it can cause a malfunction.

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CONNECTING TO YOUR TV

OPTICAL AUDIO

OUT OUT

Video Connection

If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the Component Video Output (PR, PB 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) jack on the back of your AV Receiver to the Video Input jack on your TV.

Audio Connection

Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL 3) on your AV Receiver to the Digital Output of the TV.

OR

Connect AUDIO IN (TV) on your AV Receiver to the Audio Out of the TV.

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CONNECTING A DVD OR BD(Blu-ray) PLAYER

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN IN

or

or

Video Connection

Connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (BD/DVD) (PR, PB 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 Receiver to the Video Output jack on your DVD/BD player.

Audio Connection

Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL 1) on your AV Receiver to the Digital Output of the DVD/BD player.

OR

Connect AUDIO IN (BD/DVD) on your AV Receiver to the Audio Out of the DVD/BD player.

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CONNECTIONS ???

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CONNECTING A CABLE, SATELLITE OR SET-TOP BOX

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN IN

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SAT(Cable/Satellite/Set-top box)

Video Connection

Connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT IN (SAT) (PR, PB 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 Video Output jack on your SAT.

Audio Connection

Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL 2) on your AV Receiver to the Digital Output of the SAT.

OR

Connect AUDIO IN (SAT) on your AV Receiver to the Audio Out of the SAT.

M??? Disconnect the power plug from the outlet if you will not use this unit for a long period of time.

???If the cable/set-top box has only one audio output jack, connect it to either the right or left audio input jack of the main unit. Connect the audio cable's red plug to the red jack and white cable to the white jack.

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CONNECTING A VCR

VCR

(For playback) (For recording)

Video Connection

For playback

Connect a Video cable from the VIDEO IN (VCR) jack on the back of your AV Receiver to the Video Output jack on your VCR.

For recording

Connect a Video cable from the VIDEO OUT (VCR) jack on the back of your AV Receiver to the Video Input jack on your VCR.

Audio Connection

For playback

Connect AUDIO IN (VCR) on your AV Receiver to the Audio Out of the VCR.

For recording

Connect AUDIO OUT (VCR) on your AV Receiver to the Audio In of the VCR.

M ??? Disconnect the power plug from the outlet if you will not use this unit for a long period of time.

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Connections

CONNECTING A CD PLAYER

CD player

Audio Connection

Connect the Digital Input (COAXIAL, OPTICAL1~3) 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.

M??? If the CD player has only one audio output jack, connect it to either the right or left audio input jack of the main unit. Connect the audio cable's red plug to the red jack and white cable to the white jack.

???If the CD player has only OPTICAL digital output jack, connect it to OPTICAL 1~3 JACK of the main unit. Please see "AUDIO SETUP" at Page.35.

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CONNECTING 7.1 CHANNEL DEVICES

You can connect the AV receiver to a DVD player, SUPER AUDIO CD player or other device with 7.1 channel output.

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SWC

7.1 Channel device

CONNECTING THE TRIGGER OUT JACKS

Once you connect TRIGGER OUT 1 and 2 ports on the rear panel to TRIGGER IN (if available) of the external device, you can control various functions of the external device including turning it on/off.

Once you set TRIGGER OUT1(T1) and TRIGGER OUT2(T2) to either BD/DVD or SAT from the 12-V TRIGGER OUT setup menu, the TRIGGER OUT port will output a maximum 12V/30mA electrical signal if you set the input source to either BD/DVD or SAT. For more information, see page 54.

External device equipped with the 12V TRIGGER IN port

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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

pages 58 ~ 59.

1.Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on your reciever.

2.Place the iPod in the Dock.

???If you want to play a movie stored in your iPod player, you should set the player's TV Out option to On before inserting it into the dock. See page 59.

3.Press the iPod button on the remote control.

???You can also use the INPUT SELECT button on the main unit. The mode switches as follows :

FM ??? BD/DVD ??? SAT ??? TV ??? VCR ??? CD ??? AUX 1 ??? AUX2 ??? 7.1 MULTI CH ??? IPOD AUDIO ???

IPOD VIDEO

Disconnecting an iPod

Follow the steps below to prevent damage to an iPod and data when disconnecting from your AV receiver.

1.Press the INPUT SELECT button on the main unit to switch to a mode other than IPOD AUDIO or

IPOD VIDEO.

OR

1.Turn off the AV Receiver.

2.Disconnect the iPod player from the iPod dock, or remove the iPod dock connector from the AV receiver.

M??? You must have the VIDEO (Monitor or VCR) output connected to your TV to view iPod video. See page 24.

???Adjust the volume to a moderate level before you connect your iPod and AV Receiver.

???When the unit is powered on and you connect an iPod, the unit will charge your iPod's battery.

???Make sure to connect the dock connector so that the label ???SAMSUNG??? faces upward.

??????Made for iPod??? means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speci???cally to an iPod and has been certi???ed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

???"Made for iPhone" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speci???cally to an iPhone and has been certi???ed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

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CONNECTING AN iPod (Continued)

iPod models that are compatible with HW-C900

M??? "Made for iPod" means that the dock has been designed to connect speci???cally for the iPod and has been certi???ed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

???Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

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Connections

CONNECTING THE FM ANTENNA

1.Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM ANTENNA terminal as a temporary measure.

2.Slowly move the antenna wire around until you ???nd a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a wall or other rigid surface.

FM antenna (supplied)

M??? Do not place the antenna cable close to the power cord. Keep it as far away as possible.

??? If you experience poor FM reception, use an external antenna.

CONNECTING AUX COMPONENTS

You can connect external devices you use for a short time (camcorder, game console, mobile equipment,etc.) to the front of this unit for convenience.

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Basic functions of your AV Receiver

BEFORE USING THE AV RECEIVER

Turning On/Off

Connect the power plug to the outlet.

This unit will set to Standby mode.

Press the POWER button on the main unit for 2 seconds.

???This unit will be turned on.

???You can also turn the unit on/off by pressing the POWER button on the remote control.

Remote control functions

You can operate your AMP (this AV receiver)/ TV and BD(Samsung only)/DVD player with this remote control. See pages 62 ~ 64 for more details.

To select a function

Method 1

Press the INPUT SELECT button.

???Each time you press this button, FM ??? BD/DVD ??? SAT ??? TV ??? VCR ??? CD ??? AUX1 ??? AUX2

??? 7.1 MULTI CH ??? IPOD AUDIO ??? IPOD VIDEO will be selected in turn.

Method 2

Press the TUNING/CH, BD/DVD, SAT, TV/AUX1, CD, MULTI CH, VCR/AUX2 or iPod button.

??? You can directly select the desired function.

BASICS OF ZONE2

1.When the ZONE2 speaker is connected properly, turn on the main unit and use MULTI ZONE2 in the front panel or MAIN/ZONE button on the remote control to select ZONE2.

2.Press POWER to turn on the ZONE2 feature, and use INPUT SELECT CONTROL to select a source that you want to output to ZONE2.

You can also use the INPUT SELECT on the main unit. The mode function as follows :

FM ??? BD/DVD ??? SAT ??? TV ??? VCR ??? CD ??? AUX 1

M??? However, you cannot listen to one FM program in the main zone and a different program in the sub zone. ??? The SETUP menu will be disabled in ZONE2 mode.

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RECEIVER AV YOUR OF FUNCTIONS BASIC ???

Basic functions of your AV Receiver

BASICS OF ZONE2 (Continued)

Using the ZONE 2 controls

Zone 2 Power Off

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MAIN/

AMP/TV ZONE2 BD/DVD

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RECEIVER AV YOUR OF FUNCTIONS BASIC ???

M??? In ZONE2 FM mode, you can switch only between the preset channels that you have speci???ed in the main zone.

???ZONE2 is enabled only for an analog input source; the digital source is not applicable. If you still encounter a failure after following all these instructions, check if the input source is of the analog type. You cannot listen to one FM program in the main zone and a different program in the sub zone.

???You can use MUTE on the remote control to mute the output sound of ZONE2.

???Main Zone : Off, Zone 2 : On ??? It is possible to change into the state of "Main Zone : On, Zone 2 : On" from the state of

"Main Zone : Off, Zone 2 : On" .

AUDIO SETUP

Selecting a source device and connection jack (Digital Audio In)

Select the external devices you have connected to the receiver.

- To exit setup mode -

??? Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control. SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

M ??? You can also use the SETUP, ,,.,<, >, ENTER buttons on the front of your AV Receiver.

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Basic functions of your AV Receiver

SELECTING DIGITAL/(HDMI)/ANALOG

You can listen to sound in 2 channel analog , Dolby Digital or DTS using this unit.

1.Press the INPUT SELECT button to select a desired function (BD/DVD, SAT,TV, CD, AUX). See page 33.

2.Press the AUDIO ASSIGN button on the remote control to select the audio input source of the external device you have connected.

??? Each time you press this button, the input mode changes as follows:

0

??? For BD/DVD function

?? ??

??? For SAT function

?? ??

??? For TV function

?? ??

??? For CD function

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???For AUX1 function

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M??? You can also change the input mode by pressing the AUDIO ASSIGN button on the front of your AV Receiver.

???You can enjoy Dolby Digital or DTS if you connect the digital audio output jack of an external audio component to the optical or coaxial digital audio input jack on the main unit.

???For the TV function, the TV ARC menu will be displayed only if an ARC-compliant TV is connected.

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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

SPK SIZE

SB SETUP

SPK DISTANCE

SPK LEVEL

TEST TONE

DPLIIX SETUP

TONE CONTROL

NEO:6 SETUP

EX/ES SETUP

A/V SYNC

MP3 ENHANCER

SMART VOLUME

ASC SETUP

DRC SETUP

DUAL MONO

HDMI SETUP

VARIABLE SET

VIDEO CONV.

ZONE2 SETUP

12-V TRIGGER

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SETUP ???

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SETUP MENU TREE (Continued)

M??? If Dolby Pro Logic IIz is set to On, the Surround Back speaker (SBL/SBR) is changed to the Front Height Speaker (FHL/FHR).

60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, 180Hz, 200Hz

1 ~ 30 FT (1 foot steps) , default : 10 FT

-10 ~ +10dB (1dB step) , default : 00dB

F.L

CEN

S.W

F.R

-10 ~ +10dB (1dB step) S.R

SBR

SBL

S.L

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SETUP MENU TREE (Continued)

0~7

-6dB ~ +6dB (1dB Step)

0~5

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SETUP MENU TREE (Continued)

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SETTING THE SPEAKER SIZE

Signal outputs and frequency response from the speaker will be adjusted according to your speaker con???guration and whether certain speakers are used or not.

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1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select SPK SIZE, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

SETUP ???

4. Press the ?????? buttons to select the speaker you want, and then press the

5.Press the ?????? buttons to set the mode (LARGE, SMALL etc.) for the selected speaker.

6.Repeat steps 3-5 to set the mode for each speaker.

- To exit setup mode -

???Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control. SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

Setting the Speaker

???LARGE : Select when using large speakers. You can listen to full range sound.

???SMALL : Select this when using small speakers.

???NONE : Select when no speaker is used.

???YES (subwoofer) : Select when using the subwoofer speaker.

???NO (subwoofer) : Select when not using the subwoofer speaker.

???CROVR : Select the crossover frequency for the best bass response in your speakers.

M??? You can also use the SETUP, ,,., <, >, ENTER buttons on the front of your AV Receiver.

???When the Front speaker is only set to LARGE, you can select LARGE of other speakers.

???When the Surround speaker is only set to LARGE, you can select LARGE of SBACK (Surround Back) speaker.

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CONNECTION SETTING FOR SURROUND BACK

Settings for the surround back speaker differ depending on the connection method and installation site of the speaker to be connected. You must con???gure the SB SETUP settings according to the connected speaker before you listen to music properly.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select SB SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

???ZONE2 : Select this if you want to connect the ZONE2-speci??? c speakers (left/right) to the surround back port. With this setting, you can enable the Powered ZONE2 feature.

???Bi-AMP : Select this if you want to connect the Bi-Amp compliant speaker to the surround back port. With this setting, you can enable the Bi-Amp feature.

M??? Depending on the SB SETUP settings, the surround back speaker or front height speaker menus may not be activated or may differ in the speaker menu: SPEAKER SIZE, SPEAKER LEVEL, SPEAKER DISTANCE.

???Depending on your setting, you may not use different features simultaneously. If you set SURR-BACK, for instance, you cannot use the following features: PLIIz, ZONE2 and Bi-AMP.

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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.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select SPK DISTANCE, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4. Press the ?????? buttons to select the speaker you want, and then press the

5.Press the ?????? buttons to set the Speaker Distance.

???For the FRONT LEFT, FRONT RIGHT, CENTER, SURR. LEFT,

SURR. RIGHT, SURRBACK.LEFT, SURRBACK.RIGHT and SUBWOOFER Speakers, you can set the distance from the speaker to listening position between 1ft ~ 30ft (0.3~9.0m) in intervals of 1ft (0.3m).

- To exit setup mode -

???Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control. SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

- Setting Speaker Distance -

Set the distance from the speaker to listening position in intervals of 1ft(0.3m).

M??? If the listening position is beyond the range of the speaker distance setup, set the speaker distance to the maximum.

???If Dolby Pro Logic IIz is set to On, the Surround Back speaker (SBL/SBR) is changed to the Front Height Speaker (FHL/FHR).

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SETUP ???

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SETTING THE SPEAKER LEVEL

You can set the balance and level of speakers.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select SPK LEVEL, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select the speaker you want, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

??? Each time you press this button, F.L F.R CEN S.L S.R SBL SBR S.W will be selected in turn.

5.Press the ?????? buttons to set the Speaker Level mode.

???You can adjust it from -10 to +10dB in 1 step increments.

???The sound gets quieter at -10dB and louder at +10dB.

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??

- To exit setup mode -

???Press the SETUP/MENU button.

SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

M??? If Dolby Pro Logic IIz is set to On, the Surround Back speaker (SBL/SBR) is changed to the Front Height Speaker (FHL/FHR).

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SETTING THE TEST TONE

Use the test tone to check the speaker connection status or level.

1. Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

??? Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

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2. Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

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3.Press the ?????? buttons to select TEST TONE, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4. Press the ?????? buttons to select the option you want, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

???MANUAL : Enables you to adjust the output level of the speaker manually.

1) Press the ENTER or ??? button to select the speaker you want.

Each time you press the ENTER button, F.L CEN S.W F.R S.R SBR SBL S.L will be selected in turn.

2)Press the ?????? buttons to set the Test Tone mode you want.

You can adjust the speaker output level from -10 to +10dB by 1 step. The sound gets quieter at -10dB and louder at +10dB.

-Test Tone Output -

- To stop test tone -

???Press the SETUP/MENU button once.

SETUP OFF appears on the display and test tone stops.

M ??? In the Dolby Pro Logic IIz mode, test signal will be automatically output as follows : F.L FHL CEN S.W FHR F.R S.R S.L.

SETUP

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SETTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC MODE

This mode provides up to 7.1 channel sound from 2 channel sources, or provides 7.1 channel sound from 5.1 channel sources for music or movie mode.

Press the PROLOGIC button on the remote control.

???MOVIE : Adds realism to the movie soundtrack.

???MUSIC : Provides up to 7.1 channel surround sound for digital, analog or existing stereo sources.

???GAME : Enhances the excitement of the game???s sound.

???MATRIX : You will hear up to 7.1 channel surround sound.

???PL (Pro Logic) : You will experience a surround effect with 5.1 channel surround sound.

???OFF : Output the original signal as it is without applying the sound ???eld effect or any other sound effect.

SETTING DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx

This function works only in Dolby Pro Logic IIx MUSIC mode.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select DPLIIX SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select the option you want, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

???PANORAMA : You can set it ON or OFF.

(This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting "wraparound" effect with side wall imaging.)

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???DIMENSION : You can set from -7 to +7.

(Incrementally adjusts the sound ???eld (DSP)from the front or surround.)

???C- WIDTH : You can set from 0 to 7.

(This sets the width of the center sound image. The higher the setting, the less sound comes from the center speaker.)

M??? PANORAMA, DIMENSION and CENTER WIDTH settings are enabled only if the Dolby Pro Logic Mode is set to MUSIC.

???You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic llx mode for multi channel signals such as Dolby Digital, Dolly Digital +, Dolby true HD, DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio.

???Pro Logic works only for PCM audio signals with sampling frequencies of 32KHz, 44KHz or 48KHz.

???When Dolby Pro Logic IIz is set ON, Dolby Pro Logic IIx can not be used.

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SETTING TONE CONTROL

This will enable you to adjust the bass and treble level.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select TONE CONTROL, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select the option you want, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

??? Each time you press this button, TONE BASS TREBLE will be selected in turn.

5.Press the ?????? buttons to set the Tone Control mode you want.

???If it is set to TONE OFF, the Tone Control function will be disabled.

???You can adjust it from -6 to +6dB by 1 step.

???The sound gets quieter at -6dB and louder at +6dB.

- To exit setup mode -

???Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control. SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

M??? The Tone Control function can be applied to all channels except for the subwoofer.

SETTING NEO:6 MODE

You can play back 2 channel sound over 7.1 channels when enjoying music or a movie.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select NEO:6 SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to set the C-IMAGE mode you want. You can set C-IMAGE from 0 to 5

This parameter adjusts the center image through the front and center speakers. "5" is the wider.

- To exit setup mode-

???Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control. SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

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Using NEO:6 mode

Press the NEO:6 button on the remote control.

??? MUSIC : When listening to music, you can experience sound effects as if you are listening to the actual performance.

???CINEMA : Adds realism to the movie soundtrack.

???OFF : Output the original signal as it is without applying the sound ???eld effect or any other sound effect.

M??? NEO:6 works only for 2-ch audio signals with sampling frequencies of 32KHz, 44KHz or 48KHz.

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SETTING EX/ES MODE

When surround back speakers are connected, you can listen to 7.1 multi-channel sound using the built-in Dolby Digital Surround EX or DTS ES decoder. This function works when a Dolby Digital or DTS source (such as a DVD player) is input, and does not work with L.PCM and Dolby Digital 2 channel sources.

1. Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

??? Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select EX/ES SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4. Press the ?????? buttons to set the EX/ES mode you want.

??? AUTO : If the unit receives an audio signal that it can recognize, it will select an optimal decoder for playback in 7.1 channels.

If the ampli???er does not recognize the audio signal, it will not play in 7.1 channel automatically.

??? ON : Dolby Digital or DTS signal will be played in 7.1 channel using Dolby Digital Surround EX / DTS ES decoder.

???OFF : Dolby Digital Surround EX / DTS ES decoder will not be used for playback.

-To exit setup mode-

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???Press the SETUP/MENU button.

SETUP OFF appears on the display and Setup Mode is exited.

M ??? You cannot use DTS-ES without surround back speakers connected.

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.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select A/V SYNC, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to set the A/V Sync mode you want.

???You can adjust it from OFF to 240MS in 10MS steps.

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MP3 ENHANCER

This also helps enhance your sound experience (ex. mp3 music). Use this if you want to hear better sound from a low quality mp3 source.

1. Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

??? Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

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SETUP ???

SMART VOLUME

This will regulate and stabilize the volume level against a drastic volume change when changing channels or during a scene transition.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select SMART VOLUME, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select ON or OFF.

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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 7.1- channel sound ??? eld optimized for your environment.

- Before Setting -

1.Plug the ASC microphone into the ASC MIC jack.

2.Place the ASC microphone at the listening position.

3.Press the ASC button on the front panel, and then press the ENTER button.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

??? Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP

ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select ASC SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4. Press the ?????? buttons to select ASC START, and then press the ENTER button.

???To create the optimal 7.1 channel sound ???eld, the selections are in the following sequence:

L ??? C ??? R ??? SR ??? SBR ??? SBL ??? SL ??? SW

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???EQ ON : The ASC(Auto Sound Calibration) EQ mode is set to on.

EQ OFF: The ASC(Auto Sound Calibration) EQ mode is set to off.

5.If you see a ASC READY message on the screen, press the ENTER button to apply the measurement value. And then unplug the ASC microphone.

ASC

Microphone

To cancel the ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) setup.

This will be automatically reverted if you press the RETERN button.

* If ASC error occurs, see "ASC Error List" on page 66.

M??? Setting the ASC function takes about 3 minutes.

???Because the volume level of the tone is ???xed during the ASC setup, you cannot adjust the volume using the volume control.

???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.

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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 quieter and the quietest sounds louder.

???MAX : Sets DRC effect to maximum.

???STD : Sets DRC effect to standard.

??? MIN : Sets DRC effect to minimum.

DUAL MONO SETUP

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SETUP ???

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HDMI SETUP

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select the option you want, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

5.Press the ?????? buttons to set the HDMI Setup mode you want.

??? HDMI SYNC : ON, OFF

??? HDMI AUDIO : AVR(Audio Video Receiver), TV This preference determines whether audio received at the HDMI IN is output by the

HDMI OUT.

If you want to listen to audio from an HDMI connected external device through your HDMI connected TV's speakers, set it to TV. Otherwise, leave it on AVR to listen to audio from the A/V receiver.

- AVR : HDMI audio is not output- TV : HDMI audio is output

???HDMI ANYNET+ : ON, OFF

Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV's remote control.

-ON : Anynet+ is enabled.

-OFF : Anynet+ is disabled.

???TV ARC : AUTO , OFF

If you use the HDMI cable to connect between HDMI IN of an Audio Return Channel-compliant TV and HDMI OUT (ARC) of the main unit, you can listen to the TV sound through the main unit connected speaker without the further connection.

-AUTO : The audio signal from the TV can be sent to the HDMI OUT of the main unit.

-OFF : Turn TV ARC funtion off.

M??? HDMI Audio is enabled only if both the HDMI INPUT and HDMI OUT are connected properly and working normally.

???HDMI Sync function works only if your HDMI compatible TV supports this function.

???If ANYNET+ is set to OFF, TV ARC will be set to OFF accordingly that cannot switch to AUTO.

???The TV ARC function will be active only via the HDMI OUT terminal.

VARIABLE SET (Low Power Consumption SETUP)

This function enhances electric power ef???ciency.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and

SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select VARIABLE SET, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select ON or OFF.

???ON :This is Samsung's electric power ef???ciency function, you can save about 30 % for power consumption.

???OFF: Normal power ef???ciency function.

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M??? This function is not available after the Tone Control, Speaker Level, SFE mode or ASC is changed from the factory setting.

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VIDEO CONV. (Video Conversion)

You can convert the incoming composite or component video signal into a maximum quality of the connected TV if you output the converted video via HDMI OUT.

??? AUTO : Converts the incoming video signal before outputting in the maximum resolution that the connected TV supports.

Video conversion ???ow according to the connected port

As shown in the illustration, if the unit???s HDMI Out is connected to a TV or monitor, the analog video source (composite or component) from the video device is processed for up-conversion automatically for HDMI output. If connected to a TV or monitor through Composite or Component ports, corresponding analog signal will be output respectively, without any conversion. In case if the unit and video source device is connected in multiple methods (HDMI, Component and Composite video) at the same time: Video input signal is automatically selected in the order of Component Video ??? Composite Video.

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SETUP ???

M??? This enables upconverting up to a quality of 1080p.

???Auto conversion is not applied to a video source incoming from HDMI IN port.

???The maximum resolution of the input video signal is 1080i.

???If the input is 1080i (Component) signal, the output will be in 1080i including HDMI. (1080p is not

Setup

ZONE2 SETUP

You can use the remote control or the master volume of the main unit to adjust the volume of ZONE2.

1.Press the SETUP/MENU button on the remote control.

???Each time the button is pressed, the mode switches between SETUP ENTER and SETUP OFF.

2.Press the ENTER button to select SETUP ENTER.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select ZONE2 SETUP, and then press the ENTER or ??? button.

4.Press the ?????? buttons to select VARIABLE or FIXED.

???VARIABLE : You can control the ZONE2 volume directly in the main unit.

???FIXED : Select this if you can control the ZONE2 volume directly in the external ampli???er.

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M??? However, you can still use the MUTE button on the remote control regardless of the ZONE2 SETUP settings.

???If SB is set to ZONE2, ???ZONE2 SETUP??? will be changed to ???VOL VARIABLE??? accordingly.

12-V TRIGGER

Two different 12 Volt trigger outputs allow automatic activation of externally controlled devices. Each port supports 12V/30mA trigger-activated functions (BD/DVD, SAT)

???SAT : When switching to SAT mode, 12V signal will be output to the TRIGGER OUT terminal.

???OFF : 12-V TRIGGER will be disabled.

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Operation

USING THE SURROUND MODES

Using the AUDIO EFFECT button on the front of the main unit

Selecting the DPLIIx mode

??? You can also select the DPLIIx mode by pressing the PROLOGIC button on the remote control.

Selecting the NEO:6 mode

1. Press the AUDIO EFFECT button brie???y to select NEO:6.

??? Each time you press this button, DPLIIX NEO:6 SFE will be selected in turn.

2. Press the UP/DOWN ( ,,. ) button.

??? Each time you press the UP/DOWN ( ,,. ) button, MUSIC CINEMA OFF will be selected in turn.

??? You can also select the NEO:6 mode by pressing the NEO : 6 button on the remote control.

Selecting the SFE mode

??? You can also select the SFE mode by pressing the DSP button on the remote control.

M??? You cannot use Dolby Pro Logic llx mode for Analog multi channel signals, LPCM multi channel signals from HDMI, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio.

???Pro Logic works with the audio signals with sampling frequencies of 32KHz, 44KHz or 48KHz.

Using the S.DIRECT button on the front of the main unit

Output the original signal as it is without applying the sound ???eld effect or any other sound effect.

Press the S.DIRECT button.

M ??? The screen will display ???DIRECT??? instead of ???S.DIRECT???.

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OPERATION ???

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USING THE SURROUND MODES (Continued)

Input Signal and Surround Chart o = active, ??? = inactive

SBL/SBR : surround back speaker (left/right)

H = FHL/FHR : front height speaker (left/right)

SW : subwoofer

M??? Channel status displays are dependent on the speaker con???guration.

???SFE mode works with 2-ch signals.

???If Dolby Pro Logic IIz is set to On, the Surround Back speaker(SBL/SBR) is changed to the Front Height Speaker(FHL/FHR), Dolby true HD, Dolby plus, DTS-HD Audio ,SFE and NE0:6 will be output 5.1 channel.

???ProLogic IIx and ProLogic IIz works only audio signals with sampling frequencies of 32KHz, 44KHz or 48KHz.

USING THE SUBWOOFER BUTTON

You can set the subwoofer Level.

1. Press the SUBWOOFER button.

2. Press the ?????? buttons to select Subwoofer LEVEL under the Display with S. W. (The display disappears automatically.)

- Setting the Subwoofer Level-

??? SW (Subwoofer) : -10 ~ +10dB

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LISTENING TO THE RADIO

You can listen to the radio by using either automatic or manual tuning.

step.

M ??? You can also use the SELECT (.,,) button on the main uint to change the radio frequency.

To Listen in mono/stereo

Press the MO/ST button on the remote control.

???Each time you press this button, STEREO or MONO will be selected in turn.

???If you select MONO in an area with weak reception, it will help to reduce noise.

???This function works only with the remote control.

Presetting radio stations

You can preset up to 30 FM stations.

E.g.: Setting station FM 89.10 in preset 2.

1.Press the INPUT SELECT button to select FM.

2.Press the TUNING/CH ( .,, ) buttons on the remote control to select 89.10.

???Refer to step 2 above to tune in automatically and manually.

3.Press the MEMORY button on the main unit.

???You can also use the TUNER MEMORY button on the remote control.

???Tuner number will blink on the display.

4.Press the TUNING/CH ( .,, ) buttons on the remote control to select preset 2.

???You can select from presets 1 to 30.

5.Press the MEMORY button on the main unit.

???Tuner number will disappear and station 89.10 will be saved in preset 2.

6.To preset other stations, repeat steps 2 to 5.

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To Listen to Preset Station

??? Press the TUNING MODE button to select PRESET and press the SELECT ( .,, ) buttons.

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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 ???les stored in the iPod player by connecting it to the AV receiver.

1.Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on the AV Receiver.

2.Place the iPod in the dock.

???Your iPod is automatically turned on.

3. Press the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control to select

IPOD AUDIO mode.

4.Press the PLAY button on the remote control to play.

???The AV receiver starts playing from the ???rst track of the iPod player.

5.You can use the remote control to control simple playback functions such as the PLAY, PAUSE,

STOP, SKIP (#,$) buttons.

M ??? See page 31 for compatible iPods.

Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod.

??? You can also select iPod by pressing the iPod button on the remote control.

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USING AN iPod (Continued)

Watching a Movie (iPod Video function)

You can play video ???les stored in the iPod player on a TV by connecting it to the AV receiver.

1. Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on the AV receiver.

2.In the iPod screen, move to Videos > Settings and set the TV Out option to On.

3.Place the iPod in the dock.

Follow the iPod onscreen guide through the following steps.

6. Press the S,T buttons on the remote control to select Videos and press the ENTER button.

7. Press the S,T buttons on the remote control to select Movies and press the ENTER button.

8.Press the S,T buttons to select the ???le to play and press the ENTER button.

???The iPod's video ???les will be played on the TV screen.

9. You can use the remote control to control simple playback functions such as the PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, SKIP (#,$) buttons.

??? If you press the PREV button after the playback, the player will move to the start screen of the current ???le.

???Press the STOP button to stop playing and return to the list screen.

???Press the RETURN button to return to the previous menu.

<iPod Screen>

M??? You must have the VIDEO (Monitor or VCR) and HDMI connected to your TV to view iPod video.

???See page 31 for compatible iPods.

Compatibility depends on the software version of your iPod.

???When the current ???le is played to the end, the next ???le will not be played automatically. To play the next ???le, select a ???le to play in the list screen of the iPod player.

???No other screen than the playback one will appear on the TV screen. Check other screens on the iPod player.

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Operation

CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS

Sleep timer function

0

To check sleep timer

Press the SLEEP button.

???The remaining time before this unit will shut itself off is shown on the display.

???Pressing the button again changes the sleep time from what you set previously.

To cancel sleep timer

??? Press the SLEEP button until SLEEP OFF appears on the display.

Mute function

This function is useful when answering a doorbell or telephone call.

Press the MUTE button.

??? MUTE appears on the display.

To output sound again

Press the MUTE button again or press the Volume button.

??? MUTE will disappear and sound will output.

MUTE

Adjust the display

You can adjust the brightness of the display.

Press the DIMMER button.

???Each time you press this button, the brightness changes as follows : Dark Bright.

1 2 3

4 5 6

NEO:6 SLEEP DIMMER

7 8 9

PROLOGIC AUDIO ASSIGN DSP

0

M ??? SLEEP, Mute and the Adjust Display functions can only be operated with the remote control.

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Reset function

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When the Power is on,

1.Press the MUTE button.

???MUTE appears on the display.

2.Press the 2 button ???ve times and then press the ENTER button.

???INITIAL : NO appears on the display.

3.Press the ?????? buttons to select YES.

???The unit will turn off after 5 seconds.

NEO:6 SLEEP DIMMER

7 8 9

PROLOGIC AUDIO ASSIGN DSP

MUTE

SETUP/MENU

INFO

OPERATION ???

??? POWER LED will blink one time.

M??? Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings.

??? Do not use this unless necessary.

Using headphones

Use headphones (not supplied) for private listening pleasure.

Connect the headphones to the headphone (PHONES) jack and listen to music.

M ??? Do not turn the volume up too high when you use headphones as it may damage your hearing.

SOFTWARE UPGRADE

Samsung may offer upgrades for AV Receiver's ???rmware in the future.

Please visit Samsung.com or contact the Samsung call center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) to receive information about downloading upgrades and using a USB drive. Upgrades will be possible by connecting a USB drive to the USB port located on your AV Receiver.

M ??? Insert a USB drive containing the ???rmware upgrade into the USB port on the back of the main unit.

??? Please be careful to not disconnect the power or remove the USB drive while upgrades are being applied. The main unit will turn off automatically after completing the ???rmware upgrade.

When software is upgraded, settings you have made will return to their default (factory) settings. We recommend you write down your settings so that you can easily reset them after the upgrade.

??? If you failed software upgrade, it is strongly recommended whole USB data format to FAT16 and retry software upgrade.

???The NTFS USB File System can not be supported.

???Depending on the manufacturer, the USB may not be supported.

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Miscellaneous

OPERATING YOUR TV WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL

1.Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.

2.Press the AMP/TV button to set the remote to TV mode.

???If you select the AMP mode, the button will ???ash orange.

???If you select the TV mode, the button will ???ash green.

3.Point the remote control toward the TV.

4.While holding down the 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, enter one at a time to determine which code works.

???If the code matches the TV's code, the TV will be turned off.

5.If TV is turned on or off when you press the POWER button of the remote control, the setting is completed.

???You can use the TV POWER, VOLUME, CHANNEL, MENU and Numeric buttons (0~9).

M??? The remote control may not work on some brands of TVs. Also, some operations may not be possible depending on your brand of TV.

???The remote control will work with Samsung TVs by default.

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OPERATING YOUR TV WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued)

TV Brand Code List

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MISCELLANEOUS ???

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Miscellaneous

OPERATING YOUR DVD OR BD PLAYER WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL

1.Press the POWER button to turn on the DVD (BD) player.

2.Press the BD/DVD button on the remote control to set the remote to DVD (BD) mode.

3.Point the remote control toward the DVD (BD).

4.While holding down POWER button, enter the code corresponding to your brand of DVD (BD).

???If there is more than one code listed for your DVD (BD) in the table, enter one at a time to determine which code works.

???If the code matches the DVD (BD)'s code, the DVD (BD) will be turned off.

5.If DVD (BD) is turned on or off when you press the POWER button of the remote controller, the setting is completed.

???You can use DVD (BD) POWER, PLAY, PAUSE, STOP, SKIP, MENU and Numeric buttons (0~9).

M ??? The remote control may not work on some brands of DVD.

Also, some operations may not be possible depending on your brand of DVD.

??? The remote control will work with Samsung DVD (BD) by default.

DVD Brand Code List

BD player Brand Code List

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Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, please check the following.

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TROUBLESHOOTING ???

Troubleshooting

Product protection function

Heat protection

??? The protection function will come on if the main unit or power transformer overheats.

" " will appear in the display .

This function will come on :

-If speaker terminal is shorted

-If speaker cable is shorted

If there is no problem when you turn the unit on again after turning it off, PROTECTION mark will disappear on the display and the unit will work properly.

M??? If PROTECTION appears on the display, check whether the speaker terminal is shorted and then turn on the unit again.

ASC Error List

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Appendix

SPECIFICATIONS

*S/N Ratio, Distortion, Separation and Usable sensitivity are based on measurement using AES (Audio Engineering Society) guidelines.

-Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the speci???cations without notice.

-Weight and dimensions are approximate.

-Design and speci???cations are subject to change without prior notice.

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APPENDIX ???

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SAMSUNG AV receiver

LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER

This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of:

One (1) Year Parts and Labor*

(*90 days Parts and Labor for Commercial Use)

This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG's authorized service center. Transportation of the product to and from the service center is the responsibility of the purchaser.

SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer.

SAMSUNG's obligations with respect to software products distributed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand name are set forth in the applicable end user license agreement. Non-SAMSUNG hardware and software products, if provided, are on an ???AS IS??? basis. Non-SAMSUNG manufacturers, suppliers, publishers, and service providers may provide their own warranties.

This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal, and except to the extent otherwise expressly provided for in this statement, noncommercial use of this product, and shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to: damage which occurs in shipment; delivery and installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature; use of products, equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs, external wiring or connectors not supplied and authorized by SAMSUNG, or which damage this product or result in service problems; incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations and surges; customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions, cleaning, maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book; product removal or reinstallation; reception problems and distortion related to noise, echo, interference or other signal transmission and delivery problems. SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product.

THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES

WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY

OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE,

AND NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT

TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR

PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE

LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF

SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE

PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE

FOREGOING, PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND

PURCHASER????S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY

TO USE THIS PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITED

WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, IS

NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty hardware service, please contact SAMSUNG at:

Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ07660-0511

1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) and www.samsung.com

Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center.

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