HW-F850 Crystal Surround Air Track (Active Speaker 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.
features SoundShare SoundShare produces TV sound on your SAT via a Bluetooth connection and controls the sound. HDMI HDMI transmits video and audio signals simultaneously, and provides a clearer picture. The unit is also equipped with the ARC function which lets you listen to sound from your TV via an HDMI cable through the Crystal Surround Air Track. This function is only available if you connect the unit to an ARC compliant TV.
ENG 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 The lighting flash and arrowhead within the triangle indicates that there is dangerous voltage Inside the product. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
PRECAUTIONS 2.7 inch 3.9 inch 3.9 inch 3.9 inch Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the power requirements listed on the identification sticker located on the back of your product. Install your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4 inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not place the unit on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot. This unit is designed for continuous use.
ENG contents 2 2 Features License SAFETY INFORMATION 3 4 Safety warnings Precautions GETTING STARTED 6 6 Before reading the user’s manual What’s included DESCRIPTIONS 7 8 Front/Bottom panel Rear Panel REMOTE CONTROL 9 Tour of the remote control 10 11 12 14 Installing the wall mount Connecting the wireless subwoofer Attaching the toroidal ferrite core to the power cord of the subwoofer Looping the power cable around the toroidal core Auto sound calibration Connecting an external device using
getting started BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL Note the following terms before reading the user manual. Icons used in this manual Icon Term Definition Caution Indicates a situation where a function does not operate or settings may be canceled. Note Indicates tips or instructions on the page that help you operate a function. Safety Instructions and Troubleshooting 1) Be sure to familiarize yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this product.
ENG descriptions FRONT/BOTTOM PANEL 1 2 3 4 VOLUME +/- VACUUM TUBE AMP NFC TAG ● DESCRIPTIONS 5V 0.5A Displays the current mode. - If there is no input from the product or remote control for 15 seconds, the display will turn off automatically. - The display will not turn off automatically in BT READY, TV READY and USB Playing modes. 1 DISPLAY 2 USB PORT Connect USB devices such as MP3 players here to play files on the devices. 3 POWER BUTTON Turns the Crystal Surround Air Track on and off.
descriptions REAR PANEL DC 24V HDMI IN ASC IN 1 DC 24V 5 HDMI OUT ASC IN AUX IN 2 6 OPTICAL IN 3 4 1 HDMI IN JACK Receives digital video and audio signals simultaneously from an external source using an HDMI cable. 2 HDMI OUT JACK Outputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously using an HDMI cable. 3 AUX IN Connect to the Analog output of an external device. 4 OPTICAL IN Connect to the digital (optical) output of an external device.
ENG remote control TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL Turns the remote’s backlight for 5 seconds. TV Press to select a connected SAT source. (SAT: Surround Air Track) Selects the Sound Effect: (MUSIC, NEWS, DRAMA, CINEMA, SPORTS, GAME) This feature adds depth and spaciousness to the sound. Cancels the selected Sound Effect and switches to the standard mode (displays STANDARD for the current Sound Effect). Turns your Samsung TV on and off. SOURCE AUX USB BT D.
connections INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT You can use the wall mount bracket to mount this unit on a wall. Installation Precautions • Install on a vertical wall only. • For the installation, avoid a location with high temperature or humidity, or a wall that cannot sustain the weight of the set. • Check the strength of the wall. If the wall is not strong enough to support the unit, reinforce the wall or install the unit on a different wall that can support the unit's weight.
The Subwoofer's linking ID is preset at the factory and the main unit and subwoofer should link (connect wirelessly) automatically when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on. If the LINK indicator does not light when the main unit and subwoofer are turned on, please set the ID by following the procedure below. Complete this process within 30 seconds after the Link Indicator on the subwoofer starts blinking. ENG CONNECTING THE WIRELESS SUBWOOFER 1.
connections ATTACHING THE TOROIDAL FERRITE CORE TO THE POWER CORD OF THE SUBWOOFER Attaching the Toroidal ferrite core to the power cord of the subwoofer helps prevent RF interference from radio signals. 1. Pull the fixing tab of the Toroidal ferrite core to open it. 2. Make two loops around the core with the power cable of the subwoofer. See the illustration below. 3. Attach the Toroidal ferrite core to the Subwoofer power cord as shown in the illustration below, and then press it until it clicks.
ENG CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE USING AN HDMI CABLE HDMI is the standard digital interface for connecting to such devices as a TVs, projectors, DVD players, Blu-ray players, set top boxes, and more. Because HDMI transmits the highest quality digital signal, you can enjoy superior video and audio - as it was originally created at the digital source.
connections CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE USING AUDIO (ANALOG) CABLE OR OPTICAL (DIGITAL) CABLE This unit comes equipped with one optical in digital jack and one audio analog in jack, giving you two ways to connect it to a TV. DC 24V HDMI IN ASC IN Audio Cable AUDIO OUT OPTICAL IN AUX IN HDMI OUT AUX IN or OPTICAL OUT OPTICAL IN BD/ DVD player/ Set-top box/ Game console Optical Cable (not supplied) AUX IN Connect AUX IN (Audio) on the main unit to the AUDIO OUT of the TV or Source Device.
ENG functions INPUT MODE You can select D.IN, AUX, HDMI, BT, TV input or USB input. Press an appropriate button on the remote control to select a desired mode, or press D.IN, AUX, HDMI, BT, TV or USB mode. Display D.IN AUX input AUX HDMI input HDMI BLUETOOTH mode BT TV mode TV USB mode USB ● FUNCTIONS Input mode Optical Digital input repeatedly to select from TV The unit turns off automatically in the following situations: • BT/TV/USB/HDMI/ARC/D.
functions NFC Connect your NFC compatible device via Bluetooth to the AirTrack using this simple set-up procedure and play music on the device through the AirTrack. Bluetooth device 1. Turn on the NFC function on the device and make sure the screen lock function on the device is off. The device's NFC function will not work if screen lock is on. 2. Gently touch the NFC logo on the front of the AirTrack with the NFC supported device. 3.
ENG BLUETOOTH You can use a Bluetooth device to enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all without wires! What is Bluetooth? Bluetooth is a technology that enables Bluetooth-compliant devices to interconnect easily with each other using a short wireless connection. • A Bluetooth device may cause noise or malfunction, depending on usage, when: - It is subject to electrical variation from obstructions caused by a wall, corner, or office partition.
functions You may be required to enter a PIN code (password) when connecting the Bluetooth device to the Air Track. If the PIN code input window appears, enter <0000>. The Airtrack only supports Middle Quality SBC data (up to 237kpps@48kHz). It does not support High Quality SBC data (328kbps@44.1kHz). The AVRCP feature is not supported. Connect only to a Bluetooth device that supports the A2DP (AV) function. You cannot connect to a Bluetooth device that supports only the HF (Hands Free) function.
ENG SOUNDSHARE This section explains how to connect the Crystal Surround Air Track to a Bluetooth compatible SAMSUNG TV. To connect the Crystal Surround Air Track to a Bluetooth compatible Samsung TV Press the ( ) on the front panel of the Air Track or the Sound Share button on the remote to select the TV mode, and then connect the TV to the Crystal Surround Air Track. • The unit will play the TV's audio when it is connected to the TV.
functions USB 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port of the product. 2. Press the ( ) button on the front panel of the Air Track repeatedly until USB appears. 3. USB appears on the display screen and then disappears. • The Crystal Surround Air Track connection is complete. • The SAT automatically turns off (Auto Power Off) if no USB device has been connected for more than 20 minutes. Playback will stop if you change the unit's position while playing files from a USB device.
ENG USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Play/Pause/Stop TV During playback, press the ►, button. • Press the ► button again to stop playing the file temporarily. Press the ► button to play the selected file. • To stop playback, press the Stop () button during playback. During playback, press the #,$ button. MUTE MUTE TV CH DRC AUDIO SYNC AUTO POWER REPEAT SMART VOL SPEAKER • When there is more than one file and you press the $ button, the next file is selected.
functions Using the SMART VOL function TV This will regulate and stabilize the volume level against a drastic volume change caused by a channel change or scene transition. Press SMART VOL on the remote control. • Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows : SMART VOLUME ON ➡ SMART VOLUME OFF SMART VOL SPEAKER AUDIO SYNC MUTE Using the S/W LEVEL function You can control the base volume with the S/W LEVEL button on the remote control. 1.
ENG Using the VT DIMMER function TV This feature controls the brightness of the VACUUM TUBE AMP. Press VT DIMMER on the remote control of this unit.
functions Using the Sound Effect function TV You can select from 7 different sound modes - MUSIC, NEWS, DRAMA, CINEMA, SPORTS, GAME and STANDARD (Original Sound) - depending on the type of sources you want to enjoy. Press MUSIC, NEWS, DRAMA, CINEMA, SPORTS, GAME on the remote control. • Select the STANDARD mode if you want to enjoy the original sound.
ENG troubleshooting Before requesting service, please check the following. Symptom 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 it again. Sound is not produced. • Is the unit properly connected to your TV? • Connect it correctly.
appendix SPECIFICATIONS Model name HW-F850 Power supply Main unit Subwoofer (PS-WF850) AC 120V~60Hz Standby power consumption Power consumption GENERAL Main unit Dimensions (W x H x D) 0.45W 36W Subwoofer (PS-WF850) 20W USB Weight DC 24V 5V/0.5A Main unit 8.82 Ibs Subwoofer (PS-WF850) 23.15 Ibs Main unit 46.54 x 4.96 x 2.25 inches Subwoofer (PS-WF850) 12.01 x 15.81 x 12.
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