WAM550/WAM551 Wireless Audio - Multiroom M5 User Manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
Safety Information AA Regulatory Compliance Statements CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lighting flash and arrowhead within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. ❚❚ Warning CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 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: IC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated so there is at least 8 inches (20cm) between the radiator and your body. ❚❚ Important Safety Instructions Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
AA Safety precautions ❚❚ Power Supply Precautions • Do not overload outlets or extension cords. -- This may result in abnormal heat or fire. • Do not plug in or unplug the power cord with wet hands. • Do not place the product near heating equipment. • To clean the power plug blades, remove the plug from the wall outlet and wipe the blades with a dry cloth only. • Do not bend the power cord or pull it forcefully. • Do not put heavy objects on the power cord.
❚❚ Usage Precautions • Using for an extended time at high volume may cause serious damage to your hearing. -- If you are exposed to sound louder than 85db for an extended time, you may adversely affect your hearing. The louder the sound is, the more seriously damaged your hearing may become. Note that an ordinary conversation is between 50 to 60 db and road noise is approximately 80 db. • This product contains dangerous high voltage. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify it yourself.
AA Additional Information ❚❚ About NFC (Android only) • NFC tagging to establish a Bluetooth connection will not work while the product is being powered on and off. • NFC tagging to establish a Bluetooth connection will not work while the battery indicator on the Bluetooth device is blinking. ❚❚ About the Network Connection • Depending on the wireless router used, some network operations may perform differently.
Contents Safety Information Regulatory Compliance Statements.............................................................. 2 Warning......................................................................................................................2 FCC Statement: (for U.S.A).........................................................................................2 IC Statement: (for Canada)..........................................................................................
Getting Started Top Panel................................................................................................... 14 Rear Panel.................................................................................................. 15 Accessories................................................................................................ 16 Available Accessories (Not Included)........................................................... 16 Connecting the Stand........................................
Connecting with TV SoundConnect function............................................... 31 Disconnecting TV SoundConnect..............................................................................32 Connecting the M5 to Bluetooth Devices.................................................... 33 Disconnecting Bluetooth...........................................................................................34 Connecting with NFC function - For Android...............................................
Searching for a Radio Station....................................................................................49 Playing music from content providers .......................................................................50 Playing music from the Amazon cloud player.............................................................50 Playing music from a selected device........................................................................50 Using the Settings menu...........................................
Understanding Your M5 AA Before you begin ❚❚ Communication Basics Smart Device: Android, iOS (App Control) Internet 1 2 3 Wireless Router Requirements: Wireless Router, Smart Device The wireless router should be connected to the Internet. The smart device should be connected to the router via a Wi-Fi connection. AA Basic Connection Wireless Router Wired • If you have a HUB, you can use two or more M5s in a multi-room configuration.
AA How you can enjoy your M5 • • • • • Stream music through Internet radio, music services, or from the cloud. Play music through a Wi-Fi connection from your smart device. Play music from your phone, PC, or smart devices via Bluetooth. Use the TV SoundConnect function to play sound from your Samsung TV. If you have connected a HUB, you can configure multiple M5s in a Multi-room set-up with Internet radio, music services, and Samsung Link.
Getting Started AA Top Panel q w er t y VOLU ME VOLU ME 1 2 3 4 NFC Tag Internet Radio Preset button Bluetooth button TV SoundConnect button 5 Volume Control 6 Mute button Connect your NFC compatible device via Bluetooth to the M5 using the simple NFC tagging procedure. (Android only) Press this button to listen to an Internet radio station. Each time you press the button, you change the radio station. Press this button to enable Bluetooth. Press this button to enable TV SoundConnect.
AA Rear Panel q SPK ADD WPS Wi-Fi SETUP SPK ADD w WPS Wi-Fi SETUP e r SERVICE SERVICE ETHERNET t POWER DC 14V 2.5A ETHERNET y POWER DC 14V 2.5A 1 SPK ADD button (Speaker Add) Press this button to add an M5 to your network. 2 WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button 3 Wall Mount You can purchase a wall-mount to hang your product on the wall. (For more information, please refer to page 17.) 4 SERVICE For service only. Lets service technicians update the firmware of the M5.
AA Accessories Confirm you have the supplied accessories shown below. VOLUM E Wireless Audio - Multiroom M5 Power Adapter (BN44-00659A) User manual (AH68-02695A) Stand (WAM550 : AH96-02814A WAM551 : AH96-02814B) Getting started (AH68-02696A) AA Available Accessories (Not Included) HUB: WAM250 NOTES 99 Information on available accessories and their release dates can be found on the Samsung website. 99 When purchasing an accessory, check whether it is compatible with the M5.
AA Connecting the Stand ➧ •• Insert the stand into slot A of the M5. •• Tighten a screw at B. ➧ •• The M5 can now be installed vertically. Caution 99 Do not place the M5 on an unstable surface. AA Sleep Mode `` In Wi-Fi / Bluetooth / TV SoundConnect mode -- The M5 switches to the sleep mode if there is no music playback or no button operation (either from the top panel or from the app) for 25 minutes.
Connections AA Connecting with a HUB (Not Included) • If the M5 fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the M5 closer to the HUB or your router and try again. • The M5 is a wireless network device. Its communications with your network may be disrupted because of the distance between it and other devices on the network, obstructions, or interference from other wireless devices.
NOTES 99 Place each M5 at least 20 inches (50 cm) from the HUB when connecting them to the HUB. 99 Your smart device cannot connect to the M5 or the HUB if there is no wireless router. 99 To confirm you have a proper connection, check the pairing indicator on the front of the HUB. -- When you turn on the HUB for the first time, there is a 20 minute pairing period. The pairing indicator ( ) will blink for these 20 minutes or until pairing occurs.
AA Connecting without a HUB (Not Included) • If the M5 fails to connect to your network or its network connection operates abnormally, place the M5 closer to the HUB or your router and try again. • The M5 is a wireless network device. Its communications with your network may be disrupted because of the distance between it and other devices on the network, obstructions, or interference from other wireless devices.
6 7 In the app, select "I don't have a Hub", and then press Next. On the next screen, select M5/M7, and then press Next. On the next screen, select Wired, and then press Next. Unplug the M5's power cable, and then plug it in again. NOTE 99 After pairing is complete, the M5 naming screen appears. Edit the name or enter a name of your own choosing.
❚❚ Connecting the M5 to Your Network via the WPS Method (For a Single M5) WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button SPK ADD WPS Wi-Fi SETUP ETHERNET WPS button POWER DC 14V 2.5A Plug In WPS VOLUME Wireless Router NOTES 99 The M5 does not support Wi-Fi Direct or Wi-Fi Setup (tethering). 99 Some Wi-Fi devices may search for and find the M5, but not support the connection. 99 For activation of the WPS function on a relevant AP, refer to the AP's manual. 99 The WPS function may not be supported on some APs.
5 6 In the app, select "I don't have a Hub", and then press Next. On the next screen, select M5/M7, and then press Next. On the next screen, select WPS, and then press Next. Press the WPS button on your wireless router, and then press the WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button on the back of the M5. Once the M5 is connected, the M5 produces a sound, and the LED pairing indicator on the front stops flashing. Press Next on your smart device when the LED pairing indicator stops flashing.
❚❚ Connecting the M5 to Your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (For a Single M5) - For Android WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button SPK ADD WPS Wi-Fi SETUP ETHERNET POWER DC 14V 2.5A VOLUME Wireless Router 1 2 3 4 5 Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet. The LED pairing indicator starts to blink. Connect your smart device to your Wi-Fi network. Download the Samsung Multiroom app from Google Play of your smart device. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
6 7 8 9 Press and hold the WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button on the back of your M5 for 5 seconds. The indicator LED stops blinking and turns solid blue. You should also hear a notification sound. Press Next. The smart device lists available networks and devices. Select [Samsung] M5. This is the default M5 name. The M5 connects to your smart device. (The default security PIN is 1234567890.) Press Next. The smart device lists available networks. Select your network from the list.
10 If you have a password for your network, the Security screen appears on your smart device. Use the keyboard that appears to enter your password. When done, press Done. 11 Your smart device connects to the same network your M5 is attached to. When the connection is complete, press Next. NOTES 99 Connecting to a secure wireless network requires the correct password. -- For the password of your secured home or work wireless network, consult your Internet service provider or the network administrator.
❚❚ Connecting the M5 to Your Network via the Wi-Fi Setup Method (For a Single M5) - For iOS WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button SPK ADD WPS Wi-Fi SETUP ETHERNET POWER DC 14V 2.5A VOLUME Wireless Router 1 2 3 4 5 Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet. The LED pairing indicator starts to blink. Connect your smart device to your Wi-Fi network. Download the Samsung Multiroom app from App Store of your smart device. On your smart device, select the Samsung Multiroom app. Setup starts.
6 7 8 Press and hold the WPS/Wi-Fi SETUP button on the back of your M5 for 5 seconds. The indicator LED stops blinking and turns solid blue. You should also hear a notification sound. Press Next. Press OK.
9 Press the smart device's Home button to leave app and select Settings. 10 Choose the M5's Wi-Fi point. 11 Select [Samsung] M5. This is the default M5's name. The M5 connects to your smart device. (The default security PIN is 1234567890.) 12 Use the keyboard that appears to enter your password.
13 Press the Next on the app screen. The smart device lists available networks. Select your network from the list. 14 If you have a password for your network, the Security screen appears on your smart device. Use the keyboard that appears to enter your password. When done, press Connect. 15 Your smart device connects to the same network your M5 is attached to. When the connection is complete, press Next. NOTES 99 Connecting to a secure wireless network requires the correct password.
AA Connecting with TV SoundConnect function This section explains how to connect the M5 to Bluetooth compatible SAMSUNG TVs. VOLUME TV 1 2 3 4 5 Connect Plug the M5 into an outlet, and then press the panel. TV SoundConnect button on its top Set Add New Device to On in the TV's TV SoundConnect Settings menu. (Refer to the TV's user manual for details.) A message asking whether to proceed with Bluetooth pairing appears. Select Yes. The M5 pairs with the TV.
99 Before activating this function, be sure to activate the Samsung TV's SoundConnect or SoundShare mode. 99 The SoundConnect feature is available on some Samsung TVs released since 2012. Check whether your TV supports the SoundShare or SoundConnect function. (For further details, refer to the TV's user's manual.) 99 Instability in the network environment may cause connection to be lost or sound to stutter.
AA Connecting the M5 to Bluetooth Devices You can connect the M5 to Bluetooth devices and enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all without wires. Bluetooth technology lets Bluetooth-compliant devices interconnect easily with each other using a short, wireless connection. To connect a Bluetooth device to your M5, follow these steps: VOLUME Smart device 1 2 3 4 5 Connect Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet, and then press the panel.
99 In Bluetooth connection mode, the Bluetooth connection will be lost if the distance between the M5 and the Bluetooth device exceeds 16.25 ft (5m). 99 You may be required to enter a PIN code (password) when connecting the Bluetooth device to the M5. If the PIN code input window appears, enter 0000. 99 The M5 supports SBC data (44.1kHz, 48kHz). 99 The AVRCP feature is not supported. 99 Connect only to a Bluetooth device that supports the A2DP (AV) function.
AA Connecting with NFC function - For Android You can connect the M5 to Bluetooth devices easily by gently touch the smart device to the mark on the top panel of the M5. Connect your NFC compatible device to enjoy music with high quality stereo sound, all without wires. VOLUME Smart device 1 2 3 4 5 6 Connect Plug the M5 into an electrical outlet. Turn on the NFC function on your Smart device, and then gently touch the device to the mark on the top panel of the M5.
AA Adding an M5 • Before adding an M5, unplug all M5s that are connected to the Samsung Multiroom app. • If you add a new HUB and an extra M5 and connect them to the same wireless router that an existing M5 is connected to, the existing M5 will disappear from the Samsung Multiroom app. To re-connect the existing M5, connect it to the newly added HUB. ❚❚ Adding an extra M5 to a HUB that is connected to an M5 1 Press the SPK ADD button on the back of the HUB.
❚❚ Adding another M5 and Hub to a single M5 in use `` When the M5 in use is connected to the router with a LAN cable 1 2 3 4 5 Disconnect the LAN cable from the M5 in use. Connect the HUB to the wireless router with the LAN cable, and then plug in the HUB's power cable. Plug in the power cable of the new M5. The new M5's blue LED pairing indicator starts to flash. Wait until the pairing indicator on the M5 stops flashing. When the indicator stops flashing, pairing is complete. The M5 may also beep.
`` When the M5 in use is connected using WPS or the Wi-Fi Setup method 1 2 3 4 Connect the HUB to your wireless router with a LAN cable, and then plug the HUB's power cable into an electrical outlet. Plug in the power cable of the new M5. The new M5's blue LED pairing indicator starts to flash. Wait until the pairing indicator on the M5 stops flashing. When the indicator stops flashing, pairing is complete. The M5 may also beep. Turn off the old M5 by disconnecting the power cable.
AA Adding a HUB An M5 and a HUB may not pair successfully if the M5 and HUB are too far apart or are on different floors. In such cases, you can link two HUBs together by setting the second HUB to Repeater mode. The additional HUB amplifies the signal and lets you pair the M5 to the closest HUB. 1 2 3 4 Set the HUB that is connected to the wireless router to Pairing mode by pressing its SPK ADD button for 1 second.
Functions AA Installing the Samsung Multiroom App To use the M5, you must download and then install the Samsung Multiroom App by accessing the app through Google play or App Store. With the Samsung Multiroom App installed, you can play music stored in your smart device, from connected devices and other content providers, and from Internet radio stations.
AA Using the Samsung Multiroom App ❚❚ Renaming a connected M5 You can rename M5s connected to your network. 1 Tap the and then enter the name you want using the keyboard. When finished, select Done or Save. ❚❚ Switching the input source You can switch the input source. 1 2 Press the Source button on the Speaker List screen. Select a source from the list of sources that appears.
❚❚ Changing the sort order of listed M5s If you have added multiple M5s, this function is available. (See pages 36~38.) 1 Drag the of the M5 you want to re-order up or down.
❚❚ Grouping M5s You can group multiple M5s linked to the App and play the same music on all connected M5s in the same group. This function is available only If you have added multiple M5s. (See pages 36~38.) Press here NOTES 99 This function is available only when M5s are connected to a HUB. If there are no M5s connected to a HUB, the Group button will not appear. 99 The Group Play function is not available for Bluetooth, NFC tagging(Android only), and TV SoundConnect connections.
❚❚ Playing a Song 1 Press the . 2 Select My Phone. 3 Select the desired song from the list that appears. The song plays. ❚❚ Sorting songs You can list and sort the songs in your smart device by selecting one of the tabs on the My Music screen. • • • • Songs : Shows the list of music stored in the smart device. Albums : Shows the list of music stored in the smart device, sorted by album. Folders : Shows the list of music stored in the smart device, sorted by stored folder.
❚❚ Creating a Playlist 1 2 Press the . Select the desired tracks. When done, select Add to Playlists, and then select Create Playlist.
3 4 5 Enter a name for the playlist, and then select Done or Save. The track is added to the Playlist folder. Select the desired Playlist. Select the desired song from the list that appears. The song plays.
❚❚ Listening to a radio station 1 2 Select TuneIn. The TuneIn screen appears with the following tabs: • Favorites : Lists 3 default radio stations. • Browse : Lists all supported Internet radio stations. • Search : Lets your search for a desired Internet radio station using keypad input. Select the desired radio station from the displayed list. The selected radio station plays. NOTES Internet Radio Preset button on the top panel of 99 You can listen to a radio station by pressing the the M5.
2 3 Select a station from the radio play list to display the selected radio station's front page. Touch ♥, and then select Save. The selected radio station is added to the Presets list.
❚❚ Setting the Default Radio Stations in Speaker Preset Each time you press the Internet Radio Preset button on the M5's top panel, the M5 switches automatically to a default Internet radio station. To replace the randomly selected default Internet radio stations with your own Internet radio stations, follow these steps: 1 Press the Edit button to open the edit box. Press and drag for each selection up to Presets, and then select Done.
❚❚ Playing music from content providers 1 2 Select Services. You can play music from content providers. NOTES 99 Depending on your region or manufacturer, supported content services may differ. 99 You may not subscribe to a service using your smart device. To use a for-pay service, first subscribe to the service through your computer. ❚❚ Playing music from the Amazon cloud player 1 2 Select Music. You can play music from the Amazon cloud player.
AA Using the Settings menu 1 Press the button. ❚❚ Guide `` App Tutorial Select App Tutorial to learn how to use the app.
`` Coach Mark • Disable : The Help text is not displayed as you navigate through the screens. • Enable : The app displays Help text as you navigate through the screens. ❚❚ Service `` Amazon Music, Pandora, Rhapsody Displays a list of available services. NOTES 99 Depending on your region or manufacturer, supported content services may differ. 99 You may not subscribe to a service using your smart device. To use a for-pay service, first subscribe to the service through your computer.
`` TuneIn Radio Gives you access to TuneIn Radio. ❚❚ Speaker Settings `` Add Speaker Lets you can add one or more M5s to the App and enjoy the music stored in your smart device from one or more connected M5s.
`` Front LED • Disable : Turns off the M5's Front LED indicators. • Enable : Turns on the M5's Front LED indicators. `` Sound Feedback • Disable : Turns off the Sound Feedback. • Enable : Turns on the Sound Feedback.
`` Software Auto Update Shows the M5's current software version, and lets you turn auto update on or off. • On : When on, automatically updates the software when new firmware is released. • Off : Turns off the auto update function. Software version of M5 NOTES 99 Auto update is available when your M5 is connected to a network and the Software Auto Update function is set to On. 99 It is strongly recommended that Software Auto Update settings on all the M5s used are set to On.
❚❚ Clock `` Alarm Lets you set the Alarm. `` Sleep Timer Lets you set the Sleep Timer.
❚❚ Support `` Device ID Lets you check the Device ID. `` Contact Samsung Provides a link to the Samsung website.
❚❚ Open source licenses Lets you view the Open source licenses. ❚❚ App Version Lets you view the App Version.
AA Reset your product ❚❚ Resetting the M5 1 2 3 Press and hold both the Internet Radio Preset and 5 seconds to reset the M5. Mute buttons for more than The Touch button on the M5 will blink twice. Press and hold the the M5. Internet Radio Preset button for more than 5 seconds to reboot NOTE 99 After resetting the M5, stored information will be lost. ❚❚ Resetting the HUB (Not Included) 1 Press and hold the reset hole with a pen tip for 5 seconds, and wait for all LEDs to begin to flash.
Appendix AA Troubleshooting Refer to the table below when this product does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instructions below do not help, turn off the product, disconnect the power cord, and contact Samsung Electronics at 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-7267864). Symptom The unit will not turn on. A function does not work when the button is pressed. Sound is not produced.
Symptom M5 doesn't work properly Check Remedy •• Is the M5 plugged in? •• Plug in the M5. •• Does the M5's front LED indicator •• Check whether the Wi-Fi router remain red 5 minutes after turning you're using had been certified for on? Wi-Fi. •• Unplug the M5, plug it back in, and then reconnect it to the router. •• Reset the M5 (see page 59). Press here •• If used with a HUB -- Make sure the smart device and the HUB are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
Symptom App doesn't work properly Check •• Does an error occur when accessing the app? Remedy •• Make sure your smart device is compatible with the app. (See page 7) Press here •• Make sure the app is the latest version. •• Make sure the M5's front LED turns from red to blue. •• If used with a HUB -- Make sure the HUB and the smart device are connected to same router. -- Make sure the HUB's indicator LED's show that it is working correctly. (See page 18, item 3.
AA Specifications Power Requirements General Power Consumption 15 W Dimensions 13,5 (W) X 6,6 (D) X 4,4 (H) inches Weight 5.07 Ibs Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range Ethernet 10 % to 75 % 100BASE - TX Terminal Wireless LAN Network +41°F to +95°F Built-in WEP (OPEN) Security WPA-PSK (TKIP) WPA2-PSK (AES) WPS(PBC/PIN) Supported -- Network speeds equal to or below 10Mbps are not supported. (If using LAN cable, you'd better to use STP type.
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