Blu-ray Home Theater System
Disc Compatibility
Video Features
Audio Features
Network Functions
USB/iPod Connectivity
5.1 Channel Speaker System
Remote Control
Blu-ray Home Theater System
System Overview:
The Samsung HT-D5500 Blu-ray Home Theater System is a 5.1-channel home theater
system with a built-in Blu-ray player, multichannel digital amplifier, and a
5.1ch speaker system. It also allows you to access your audio
and video files from your PC, as well as access online audio/video content with
Samsung Apps through your home network. In addition, it includes an external iPod
dock for playback of your iPod/iPhone's music & movies. The Samsung HT-D5500 Blu-ray Home Theater System includes
an integrated Blu-ray disc/receiver, 5.1-channel speaker system, iPod dock, and
remote control.
Disc Compatibility
Disc Compatibility: The Samsung HT-D5500's integrated
Blu-ray disc/receiver is compatible with many disc types.
| Disc
Type |
Disc
Description |
| Blu-ray
|
BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE |
|
DVD |
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R,
DVD+RW |
| CD |
CD-Audio, CD-R, CD-RW |
Blu-ray Disc Overview: Blu-ray Disc (BD) is a new
high-definition disc format designed to take advantage of today's high quality
HDTVs. The resolution is up to 1920 x 1080 (1080p) and the data transfer rate is
up to 40 mbps. Blu-ray Discs and players offer several advantages over the
standard DVD format:
- Better Picture Quality: Blu-ray Disc is a true
high-definition format offering video at 720p, 1080i, 1080p, or 1080/24p
resolution. While standard DVDs look very good on an HDTV, they don't
provide a high-definition signal (not even when you use an up-converting DVD
player). Blu-ray Disc delivers an extraordinarily sharp, clean, detailed
picture, with deeper, richer colors.
- Better Sound Quality: In addition to the same
multi-channel sound formats you're accustomed to with DVD (Dolby Digital and
DTS), Blu-ray Disc offers Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, and
uncompressed 5.1 channel PCM.
- Greater Storage Capacity: What makes Blu-ray Disc's
superior picture and sound possible is the much higher storage capacity of
Blu-ray Disc discs. A single-layer Blu-ray Disc can hold 25 gigabytes of
data, over five times the amount a standard DVD can hold. Dual-layer Blu-ray
Discs hold 50 gigabytes, which equates to nine hours of High Definition or
23 hours of Standard Definition video, plus high-resolution multi-channel
audio and the added features and material that require multiple discs with
standard DVD.
- Backward Compatible: To ensure backward-compatibility
with your existing library of discs, Blu-ray Disc players use a dual-laser
mechanism: a blue laser for playing high-definition Blu-ray Discs, and a
conventional red laser for playing DVDs and audio CDs.
Note: As Blu-Ray technology continues to evolve, new
disc types with enhanced functionality will become available. In order for
you to enjoy this new functionality, you will likely be required to update
the firmware in your player. These firmware updates will become available
for downloading from the Internet.
DivX: The Samsung HT-D5500 supports DivX
(v.3.11/4.x/5.1/6.0)playback from DVD-R/RW and CD-R/RW discs. The unit supports
DivX video with a resolution up to 1920 x 1080 pixels.
JPEG Playback: The Samsung integrated Blu-ray disc/receiver supports playback of JPEG still image files recorded onto a CD-R/RW,
DVD-or RW. JPEG images can be displayed as a slide show. Individual still images
can be zoomed (up to 4x) or rotated (clockwise/counter-clockwise).
MP3/WMA Playback: The HT-D5500 supports MP3 (up to 320 kbps)
and WMA (5-384 kbps) audio file playback from CD-R/RW and DVD-R/RW discs. The
player provides Playlist, Repeat (Track/All), and Shuffle playback functions for
MP3/WMA audio files.
Parental Lock: The Parental Lock function works in
conjunction with Blu-ray Disc/DVDs that have been assigned a rating which helps
you control the types of Blu-ray Discs/DVDs that your family watches. There are
up to 8 ratings levels on a disc. The rating levels are protected by a customer
user 4-digit password.
Video Features
Video Outputs: The Samsung HT-D5500 is equipped with High
Definition video outputs (HDMI, Component) and one standard definition
video output (composite).
- HDMI (ver.1.4): The unit's HDMI (ver.1.4) output
simplifies A/V connections by carrying video and digital audio all in one
cable. The HDMI (ver.1.4) output supports 1080p resolution, 3D video, Deep
Color, HDMI-CEC, and ARC. The HDMI output resolution can be set to 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p when
playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc, and also 1080/24p when playing a compatible BD.
- Component Video Output: The Samsung Blu-ray
disc/receiver features a single component video output. When playing Blu-ray
the resolution can be set to 480i, 480p, 720p, or 1080i; when playing DVD
the resolution can be set to 480i or 480p.
- Composite Video Output: The Blu-ray
disc/receiver also features a single composite video output. The composite
video output resolution is always 480i when playing Blu-ray Disc or DVD.
Note: This unit is not equipped with any type of video inputs.
1080/24p: Movies are typically filmed at 24 frames per
second and some Blu-ray Discs use the same frame rate. If your TV will accept a
1080/24p signal, the built-in Blu-ray player can pass the signal in its native
form, without converting the video.
DVD Upscaling via HDMI: When connected to your TV using the
HDMI output, the HT-D5500 scales the output of a standard DVD signal (480i) to 720p, 1080i, or 1080p. The unit also supports 480p
and 480i output if your television is not HD-compatible.
Full HD 3D: The Samsung HT-D5500 supports 3D playback of
high-definition 3D Blu-ray discs when connected to a 3D-Ready HDTV via HDMI,
along with wearing a pair 3D vision glasses. You can select from three
3D modes to suit your viewing needs.
- Auto: You can choose whether to watch a 3D Blu-ray disc
in 3D or 2D mode before playing a 3D Blu-ray disc. It is automatically
played in 2D mode if your TV cannot support 3D contents.
- 3D: The 3D Blu-ray disc is played in 3D mode at all
times. The original video signal of the 3D image is displayed without any
conversion. If a TV cannot support 3D Blu-ray discs, the playing screen will
be black.
- 2D: The 3D Blu-ray disc is played in 2D mode at all
times. Choose this to view a picture without 3D effects or when a TV cannot
support 3D Blu-ray discs.
- 2D-to-3D: When you play 2D video content, you can
convert 2D into 3D video. Two-dimensional 1080p video content output as
1080p 3D. All other 2D video signals are output at 720p 3D.
Screen Size: You can enter the actual screen size (up to
116") of your TV, so that the player can adjust the image according to the
screen size and display an optimal 3D image.
TV Aspect: You can adjust the video output of the HT-D5500
to match the screen-type of your television. You can choose from 4:3 Letter-Box,
4:3 Pan-Scan, 16:9 Wide, and 16:9 Normal.
Picture Settings: This function enables you to adjust video
quality when the player is connected to your TV.
- Normal: Suitable for most viewing applications.
- Movie: Suitable for watching movies.
- Dynamic: Increases sharpness.
- User: Lets you adjust the sharpness and noise reduction
function manually.
AV Sync: Video may look slower than the audio if it is
connected to a digital TV. If this occurs, you can adjust the audio delay time
to match the video. You can adjust the AV Sync from 0 to 300ms (in 10ms
increments).
Deep Color: Deep Color allows more accurate color
reproduction with deep color depth. The HT-D5500 must be connected to a Deep
Color compatible TV via HDMI for this feature to function.
Progressive Mode: The Samsung integrated AV receiver/Blu-ray
player provides a Progressive mode to improve picture quality when viewing a DVD
movie.
BD Wise: BD Wise is Samsung's latest inter-connectivity
feature. When you connect Samsung products with BD-Wise to each other via HDMI,
the optimum resolution will be set automatically.
Bonus View: The Bonus View feature provides
picture-in-picture capability with select Blu-ray Disc titles. You can view
addition content (such as director/actor commentary) in a small display window
while the movie is playing.
Audio Features
5.1 ChannelAmplifier: The
Integrated Blu-ray Disc/receiver is equipped with a 5.1 channel amplifier which
delivers 165-watts per channel to the front & rear speakers, and 170-watts per
channel to the center-channel & subwoofer speaker.
Crystal Amp Plus: Samsung's Crystal Amplifier Plus filters sound
distortion and noise to provide sound quality like that of a professional hi-fi
audio system. The Crystal Amplifier is engineered with Noise Compensation
technology to eliminate distracting distortion by quickly sensing signal changes
and enhancing response speed. Resulting in audio that's rich, realistic, and
accurate.
Musical Room Calibration (MRC): Musical Room
Calibration makes sure you're
hearing optimal sound by automatically configuring the speakers and subwoofer.
Simply plug the included MRC microphone into the receiver's front-panel mic
input, place microphone next to your favorite viewing spot, and activate
the MRC function in the unit's menu. The Musical Room Calibration function will automatically recognize
the distance between speakers, levels between channels, and frequency
characteristics to create a 5.1-channel soundfield optimized for your
environment.
Note: You can also
choose to set the system's speaker settings manually.
User EQ: You can configure the speaker system's equalizer settings
manually to your preference. The HT-D5500 features a 7-band EQ (250Hz, 600Hz,
1kHz, 3kHz, 6kHz, 10khz, 15kHz) that can adjusted from -6 dB to +6dB.
Surround Modes: The Samsung HT-D5500 can decode Dolby
Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic II surround formats; along with DSP sound field
effects. The Samsung HT-D5500 supports the following surround formats.
|
Surround Formats |
Description |
| Dolby Pro
Logic |
II |
Dolby Pro Logic II provides discrete 5.1
channels out of 2 channel or multi-channel sources. You choose from
Music, Movie, Pro Logic, Matrix, or Stereo mode. |
| Dolby
Digital |
DD |
Dolby Digital is a 5.1 multi-channel digital
surround format which consists of front (left/right), center,
surround (left/right) and sub-woofer channels. |
| Plus |
Dolby Digital Plus is the next-generation audio
technology for all high-definition programming and media.
|
| TrueHD |
Dolby True-HD is Dolby's next-generation of
lossless technology developed for high-definition disc-based media.
|
| DTS |
DTS |
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. |
| HD |
DTS-HD Audio provides the high quality
multi-channel sound possible. It delivers sound quality that matches
the clear and vivid images of high-definition video. |
| 96/24 |
DTS 96/24 encodes standard 16-bit/44.1 kHz sound
to 24-bit/96 kHz and applies it to a 5.1ch soundtrack. |
| SFE (Sound
Field Effect) |
The Samsung HT-D5500 utilizes a 32-bit audio
digital signal processor to provide soundfield effect modes with
more realistic surround sound from normal stereo audio sources. You
can choose from Symphony Hall, Philharmonic Hall, Jazz Club, Church,
Amphitheater (Rock), or Off. |
Note: 7.1 channel
surround formats will be downmixed to 5.1-channels since this system has no
surround back speakers.
Virtual 7.1: This feature applies a 7.1ch virtual surround sound
effect using this 5.1ch speaker system.
3D Sound: You can enjoy more natural and vivid surround
sound with enriched tones by adjusting the depth of sound.
MP3 Enhancer: The MP3 Enhancer provides a better listening experience
from low-quality MP3 compressed audio. You can upscale your MP3 level sound
(24kHz/8-bit) to CD level sound (44.1kHz/16-bit)
Power Bass: This function stresses low tones providing extremely
low-bass sound effects.
Smart Sound: Smart Sound regulates and stabilizes the volume level
against a drastic volume change when changing channels or during a scene
transition.
DRC: You can use the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) function to enjoy
Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume during the night. DRC
compresses the audio to make the loudest sounds quieter and the quietest sounds
louder.
ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable
already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the
need for extra cables connected to your television.
Audio Connections: The Samsung HT-D5500 features both analog (stereo RCA) and digital
(optical) audio inputs.
- Digital Input: The
unit equipped
with one optical digital input for connecting the audio of your
Cable/Satellite receiver box.
- Analog Input: The
unit features one stereo analog
audio input for connecting an external audio source.
FM Tuner: The Samsung BD receiver features a built-in FM tuner with
manual, seek, and preset tuning. You can store up to 15 FM preset stations.
Note: This receiver does not feature an AM tuner.
USB/Network Functions
Network Connection: You can set up the Samsung HT-D5500 so
that it can access your home network and online Samsung Apps through your local
area network (LAN) using a wired (RJ-45 Ethernet) or built-in WiFi. You can setup a wired network connection
automatically or manually. You can setup the wireless network connection using
these four methods - PBC (WPS), Auto Network Search, One Foot, or Manually.
Note: The unit supports IEEE
802.11A/B/G/N wireless LAN networks and WEP (open/shared), WPA-PSK
(TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES) network security.
Smart Hub: Once you have connected the HT-D5500 to your home
network, you can start using Samsung's Smart Hub interactive menu system. With
Smart Hub, you can stream audio/video content from select Internet sites, access
various pay or free-of-charge applications, and view them on your TV.
Application content includes news, sports, weather forecasts, stock market
quotes, maps, photos, and games. The Smart Hub offers the following on-screen
menu functions.
- Commercial: Displays the Smart Hub Guide - an
introduction to the player and new application introductions.
- Your Video: Provides recommendations for on-line movies
based on your tastes. Once you have selected a movie from the recommendation
list, you can select which VOD (video-on-demand) provider to use.
- Search: Provides an integrated search for your video
providers and connected All Share devices.
- Samsung Apps: You can download various for play or
free-of-charge application services.
- Recommended: Displays recommended contents and apps
managed by Samsung.
- My Applications: Display your personal gallery of
applications which you can add to, modify, and delete.
Note: You must setup a user name and password to
activate Smart Hub.
Samsung Apps: Samsung Apps lets you download for pay or
free-of-charge applications and services to the integrate AV receiver/Blu-ray
player and view or use them on your connected TV. You can enjoy a variety of
content from various downloaded applications - such as videos, music, photos,
games, and news. Samsung Apps has a growing collection of pay and free-of-charge
online applications that connect you to some of your favorite online content -
such as movies from Netflix or Blockbuster, TV shows from Hulu Plus, videos from
YouTube, Next Level sports information from ESPN, music from Pandora, and social
updates from Facebook or Twitter. Once connected to your home network, you can
visit the online Samsung Apps store from the TV's Smart Hub menu and download
free Apps or purchase advanced applications. The following App categories are
available.
- What's New: Displays newly registered applications.
- Video: Displays apps that provide video media - such as
movies, TV shows, and short length videos. You can access Netflix, HuluPlus,
Blockbuster, Vudu, YouTube, etc..
- Game: Displays various game apps - such as Monopoly,
Sudoku, and Chess.
- Sports: Displays apps that provide sports content -
such as game results, images, and highlights. You can access ESPN,
Associated Press, and USA Today.
- Lifestyle: Includes apps that provide lifestyle media
services - such as music (Pandora/Napster/vTuner), personal photo management
tools (Picasa), and social networking - like Facebook and Twitter.
- Information: Includes apps that provide information
content - such as news, financial information, stock quotes, and weather.
- Other: Includes other miscellaneous apps.
- My Account: Displays the application list and your
cyber cash balance.
- Help: For questions about Samsung Apps.
Note: Smart Apps require an Internet connection with a
speed of 1.5mbps or greater. Some application services may be provided in
English only and the content available may vary, depending on your area.
AllShare/DLNA Certified: The Samsung HT-D5500's AllShare
function, along with its DLNA Certification allow you to watch videos (DivX),
photos (JPEG), and listen to music (MP3) saved on your Windows PC (or other DLNA
Certified media server) through your home entertainment system via its Ethernet
(LAN) port or built-in WiFi. This eliminates the need to copy your
photo, video, and music files to a separate USB storage device.
Note: Windows PCs with XP and Vista installed require
Samsung's PC Share Manager software, which can be downloaded for free at
www.samsung.com. Not compatible with older Windows OS versions and Mac.
BD-Live: BD-Live technology allows you to download and
stream bonus content such as additional scenes, shorts, trailers, movie-based
games, and more from a broadband internet and home network connections (fees may
apply). The HT-D5500 features an Ethernet port and built-in WiFi to connect to
the internet via your home network, and features USB (type-A) port for
additional storage.
Note: You must have a minimum 1GB USB memory device
inserted in the unit's USB slot in order to download content from BD-Live.
Software Upgrades: The Software Upgrade menu allows you to
upgrade the product's software for performance improvements or additional
services. You can upgrade in four ways: by Internet, USB, Disc, or Download.
Visit the
Samsung Download Center for the latest firmware/software updates.
USB/iPod Dock
Front-Panel USB Port: The Samsung HT-D5500 features a front-panel USB (type-A) port that allows
playback of MP3 (up to 320 kbps)/WMA (5-384 kbps) audio files, JPEG still image
files, and DivX (up to 1920 x 1080) video files stored on a USB storage device.
Your USB device must be formatted in FAT16, FAT32, or NTFS. The USB port also
allows you to perform software upgrades using a USB flash drive. In addition, it
can be used to add more local storage for BD-Live content
Note: A USB device consuming more than 500mA requires a
separate power supply device for normal operation.
iPod/iPhone Dock: The Samsung HT-D5500 comes with an
external iPod/iPhone dock which allows you to listen to audio and watch video
from select iPods/iPhones through the integrated AV receiver/Blu-ray player and
a connected HDTV. To playback video, you must make a composite video connection
between this unit and your TV. The included iPod/iPhone dock provides
audio/video playback from the AV receiver, track number, and playback time
displayed on the receiver's front-panel, basic control via the included remote
(Play/Pause, Stop, Previous/Next), and charging of your connected iPod or
iPhone. The included dock and AV receiver are "Made for iPod/iPhone compatible"
and supports the following iPod/iPhone model functions (August 2011).
|
iPod/iPhone Model |
Generation |
Tested Version |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video Out |
Remote |
iPod/iPhone |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
|
dock connector |
3rd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
clickwheel
color |
4th |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
mini |
1st |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| 2nd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
video |
5th |
1.3 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
1.3.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
6th |
1.0 PC |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3rd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4th |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.2 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3G |
3.1.2 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3GS |
3.1.2 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4 |
4.2.7 |
Y |
Composite |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the receiver and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If
this doesn't work, you may need to revert to the older software version or
wait until a newer software update is available.
5.1 Channel Speaker System
5 Speakers + Passive Subwoofer: The Samsung
HT-D5500 Blu-ray Home Theater System includes 4 matching satellite speakers for
the front & rear channels, a
center-channel speaker, and a 5.25" passive subwoofer.
Front Satellite Speakers: The front satellite speakers
feature a 2.75" woofer and a 0.75" tweeter inside a bass-reflex, gloss-black enclosure
with two rear-firing ports (the speakers have no grilles). The front satellite speakers are designed to be mounted vertically at the
front of your
room on either side of your television. The front satellite speakers can be
placed on a shelf or optional speaker stands. Each satellite speaker also
features a key-hole slot which allows you to mount the speakers on a wall. The satellite speakers feature spring-clip terminals to attach the included
speaker wire.
Center Channel Speaker: The center-channel speaker features
two 2" woofers and one 0.75" tweeter inside a bass-reflex, gloss-black enclosure
with two rear-firing ports (the speaker has no grille). The center-channel
speaker is designed to be mounted horizontally under or over your TV. The
center-channel speaker can be placed on a table-top or shelf. The center-channel
speaker also features two key-hole slots which allow you to mount the speaker on
a wall. The center-channel speaker features spring-clip terminals to attach the
included speaker wire.
Rear Satellite Speakers: The rear satellite speakers feature a 2.75" full-range driver inside a bass-reflex, gloss-black enclosure
with two rear-firing ports (the speakers have no grilles). The
rear satellite speakers are designed to be mounted vertically at the rear of your
room on either side of your listening position. The rear satellite speakers can be
placed on a shelf or optional speaker stands. Each satellite speaker also
features a key-hole slot which allows you to mount the speakers on a wall. The satellite speakers feature spring-clip terminals to attach the included
speaker wire.
Passive Subwoofer: The passive subwoofer features a side-firing
5.25'
woofer inside a bass-reflex enclosure with a rear-firing port. The passive subwoofer features a
vinyl-wrapped black cabinet with a
non-removable cloth grille. The passive
subwoofer features spring-clip terminals on the rear-panel to attach the
included speaker wire. The subwoofer crossover is fixed inside the system's AV
receiver.
Speaker Terminals: The Samsung
integrated Blu-ray disc/receiver features
color-code 2-prong proprietary connectors for all speaker output connections (Front,
Center, Surround, and Subwoofer). In addition, the HT-D5500 includes
color-coded speaker wire for simple connection of the system.
Optional Wireless Receiver Module: To connect the system's
surround speaker wirelessly, you can purchase the Samsung wireless receiver
module and TX card (SWA-5000, sold separately).
Remote Control
IR Remote: The Samsung HT-D5500 includes an IR remote
control which allows you to operate all the functions of the home theater system
and is pre-programmed to operate Samsung TVs. The remote can also be programmed
to operate other manufacture's TVs. The remote includes Glow-in-the-Dark
playback functions. The remote control can be used up to approximately 23 feet
in a straight line. It can also be operated at a horizontal angle of up to
30-degrees from the unit's front-panel remote control sensor.
Note: This remote control has Braille points on the
Power, Channel, and Volume buttons for the visually impaired.
Anynet+: Anynet+ is an AV network system that enables
compatible Samsung components connected by HDMI cables to transfer command codes
along with video and audio signals.
Note: Anynet+ supports up to 12 A/V devices in total.
You can only connect up to 3 devices of the same type.
