Samsung DVD-HD960 User manual

DVDPlayer
DVD-HD960
V I D O

Important Safety Instructions
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, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding- type plug. Apolarized 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. Ifthe provided plug does not fit 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 attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
13) Unplug this apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified 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.
ENG-2

Precautions
TOREDUCETHE RISKOF ELECTRICSHOCK,DONOT
REMOVETHE COVER(ORBACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLEPARTSAREINSIDE.REFER
SERVICINGTOQUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
This symbolindicates"dangerous
voltage"insidethe productthat
presentsa riskof electricshockor
personalinjury.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the
product.
Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
WARNING : To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION : DVD PLAYERS USE AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.
BE SURE TO OPERATE PLAYER CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
CAUTIONS
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour _viter les chocs 61ectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de lafiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond.
This product satisfies 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 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 this equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radiofrV technician for help.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference --
Causing Equipment Regulations.
ENG-3

CAUTION
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZESA LASER. USE OFCONTROLS ORADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULTIN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
Note:
•This unit can be used only where the power supply is AC 120V, 60Hz. It cannot be used elsewhere.
• This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information.
If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player,
the DVD player cannot play the disc.
• The product unit accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights
of certain third parties. In particular, this product is licensed under the following US patents:
5,991,715, 5,740,317, 4,972,484, 5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,539,829, 5,606,618, 5,530,655,
5,777,992, 6,289,308, 5,610,985, 5,481,643, 5,544,247, 5,960,037, 6,023,490, 5,878,080, and
under US Published Patent Application No. 2001-44713-A1.
This license is limited to private non-commercial use by end-user consumers for licensed contents.
No rights are granted for commercial use. The license does not cover any product unit other than this
product unit and the license does not extend to any unlicensed product unit or process conforming to
ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3 used or sold in combination with this product unit.
The license only covers the use of this product unit to encode and/or decode audio files conforming
to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3. No rights are granted under this license for product
features or functions that do not conform to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3.
Handling Cautions
• Beforeconnectingothercomponentstothis player,besureto turnthemall off.
• Donotmovethe playerwhilea disc is beingplayed,orthe disc maybe scratchedor broken,and theplayer's
internalparts maybe damaged.
• Donotput a flowervasefilledwith wateror anysmall metalobjectson theplayer.
• Becareful nottoputyour handintothedisc tray.
•Donotplaceanythingotherthanthe disc inthe disctray.
• Exteriorinterferencesuchas lightningand staticelectricitycanaffectnormaloperationofthis player.
Ifthis occurs,turnthe playeroff and on againwiththe POWERbutton,or disconnectand thenreconnectthe
ACpowercordto theACpoweroutlet.Theplayerwilloperatenormally.
• Besureto removethedisc andturnoff the playerafter use.
•DisconnecttheACpowercordfromtheAC outletwhenyou don'tintendto usetheplayerforlong
periodsoftime.
• Cleanthedisc by wipingin astraightlinefrom theinsidetothe outsideofthedisc.
Disc Storage
Becareful notto harmthe disc becausethedata onthese discsis highlyvulnerabletotheenvironment.
• Donotkeepunderdirect sunlight.
• Keepin a coolventilatedarea.
•Storevertically.
• Keepin a cleanprotectionjacket.
Maintenance of Cabinet
Forsafetyreasons,be sureto disconnecttheAC powercordfromthe ACoutlet.
• Donotusebenzene,thinner,or othersolventsforcleaning.
• Wipethe cabinetwith a softcloth.
ENG-4

Before you start
Accessories
Remote Batteries for Remote
Control Control (AAA Size)
(AK59-00055D) (AC43-12002H)
User's Manual
(AK68-O1038D) Video/Audio
Cable
(AC39-42001 R)
HDMI Cable
(MF39-OO299A)
Install Batteries in the Remote control
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Insert twoAAA batteries. _----.._
Make sure that the
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If the remote control doesn't operate properly:
- Check the polarity + - of the batteries (Dry-Cell)
- Check if the batteries are drained.
- Check if remote control sensor is blocked by obstacles.
- Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.
ENG-5

TABLEOFCONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions ............................................. 2
Precautions ........................................................... 3
Before you start ....................................................... 5
Chapter 1 : Setup
General Features ........................................... 7
Disc Type and Characteristics ................................. 8
Description ................................................ 9
Tour of the Remote Control ................................... 11
Chapter 2: Connections
Choosing a Connection ..................................... 12
Chapter 3: Basic Functions
Playing a Disc ............................................ 20
Using the Search and Skip Functions .......................... 22
Using the Display Function .................................. 23
Using the Disc and Title Menu ................................ 24
Using the Function Menu .................................... 25
Repeat Play .............................................. 26
Slow Play ................................................ 27
Chapter 4: Advanced Functions
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) ........................... 28
Selecting the Audio Language ................................ 30
Selecting the Subtitle Language ............................... 31
Changing the Camera Angle ................................. 32
Using the Instant Replay/Skip Function ......................... 33
Using the Bookmark Function ................................ 34
Using the Zoom Function .................................... 36
Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG/MPEG4/CD Audio ............... 37
Folder Selection ........................................... 37
MP3/WMA/CD Audio Playback ................................ 38
MPEG4 Playback .......................................... 40
Picture CD Playback ........................................ 42
Chapter 5: Changing Setup Menu
Using the Setup Menu ...................................... 44
Setting Up the Language Features ............................. 45
Setting Up the Audio Options ................................. 50
Setting Up the Display Options ................................ 52
Setting Up the Parental Control ............................... 55
Chapter 6: Reference
Controlling a TV with the Remote control ........................ 58
Firmware upgrade ......................................... 59
Troubleshooting ........................................... 60
Specifications ............................................. 62
ENG-6

SETUP
General Features
Excellent Sound
Dolby Digital, atechnology developed by Dolby
Laboratories, provides crystal clear sound
reproduction.
Screen
Both regular and widescreen(16:9) pictures can be
viewed.
Slow Motion
An important scene can be viewed in slow motion.
Parental Control (DVD)
The parental control allows users to set the level
necessary to prohibit children from viewing harmful
movies such as those with violence, adult subject
matter, etc.
Various On-Screen Menu Functions
You can select various languages (Audio/Subtitle)
and screen angles while enjoying movies.
Progressive Scan
Progressive scanning creates an improved picture
with double the scan lines of aconventional
interlaced picture.
EZ VIEW (DVD)
Easy View enables picture adjustment to match your
TV's screen size (16:9 or 4:3).
Digital Photo Viewer (JPEG)
You can view Digital Photos on your TV.
Repeat
You can repeat a song or movie simply by pressing
the REPEAT button.
MP3/WMA
This unit can play discs created from MP3/WMA files.
Instant Replay (DVD)
This function is used to replay the previous 10
seconds of a movie from the current position.
Instant Skip (DVD)
This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.
MPEG4
This unit can play MPEG4 formats within an avi file.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia
Interface)
HDMI reduces picture noise by allowing a pure
digital video/audio signal path from the player to
your TV.
Note
- Discs which cannot be played with this
player.
• DVD-ROM • DVD-RAM
• CD-ROM • CDV
• CDI • CVD
• Super Audio CD(except CD layer)
• CDGs play audio only, not graphics.
- Ability to play back may depend on recording
conditions.
• DVD-R, +R
• CD-RW
• DVD+RW, -RW (V mode)
- The unit may not play certain CD-R CD-RW
and DVD-R due to the d sc type or record ng
conditions.
COPY PROTECTION
Many DVD discs are encoded with copy
protection. Because of this, you should only connect
your DVD player directly to your TV, not to a VCR.
Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture
from copy-protected DVD discs.
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by methods claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUTS
(525p)
"CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH
DEFINITIONTELEVISION SETSARE FULLY
COMPATIBLEWITHTHIS PRODUCT AND MAY
CAUSEARTIFACTSTO BE DISPLAYED IN THE
PICTURE, IF 525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE
PROBLEMS OCCUR, IT ISRECOMMENDED THAT
THE USER SWITCHTHE CONNECTION TO THE
'STANDARD DEFINITION' OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE
QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR TV SET
COMPATIBILITYWITH THIS MODEL525p DVD
PLAYER, PLEASE CONTACT SAMSUNG'S
CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER."
ENG-7

SETUP
Disc Type and Characteristics
This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding Iogos:
DiscTypes(Logos)
DVD
VIDEO
VIDEO-CD
AUDIO-CD
DIGITAL AUDIO
I
Recording Types DiscSize
5 _
Audio
+
Video 3 1/2"
5 _
Audio
+
Video 3 1/2"
5"
Audio
3 1/2"
i
Max. PlayingTime I Characteristics
Single-sided 240 rain.
Double-sided 480 min.
Single-sided 80 min.
Double-sided 160 min.
74 rain.
20 min.
74 min.
20 min.
- DVD contains excellent sound and
video due to Dolby Digital and
MPEG-2 system.
- Various screen and audio functions
can beeasily selected through the
on-screen menu.
- Video with CD sound, VHS quality &
MPEG-1 compression technology.
- CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with
better audio quality, less distortion and
less deterioration of audio quality over
time.
Disc Markings
Play Region Number
NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea,
Japan, etc.
Dolby Digital disc
Stereo disc
Digital Audio disc
DTS disc
MP3 disc
You must only insert one DVD disc at a time'
Inserting two or more discs will not allow
playback and may cause damage to the DVD
player.
Region Number
Both the DVD player and the discs are
coded by region. These regional
codes must match in order for the disc
to play. If the codes do not match, the
disc will not play.
The Region Number for this player
is described on the rear panel of the
player.
DivX Certification
DivX, DivX Certified, and
associated loges are
trademarks of DivXNetworks,
Inc and are used under
license.
ENG-8

ISETUP I
Description
Front Panel Controls
9 10
12 4 5 6 7 8
1. STANDBY/ON (0/I)
When STANDBY/ON is pressed on,the indicator goes out
andthe player is turned on.
2. STANDBY Indicator
When the unit is first plugged in,the indicator lights.
3. DISC TRAY
Place the disc here.
4. OPEN/CLOSE ( A )
Press to open and close the disc tray.
5. DISPLAY
Operation indicators are displayed here.
Front Panel Display
6. VIDEO SEL.
Press to change Video output mode (Progressive ON or
Progressive OFF).
7. STOP ( •)
Stops disc play.
8. SKIP (1_) /SEARCH
Use to forward skip a scene or music.
9. SKIP (1_) /SEARCH
Use to reverse skip a scene or music.
10. PLAY/PAUSE ( H )
Begin or pause disc play.
I
3
1. Disc type indicators
2. Play /Pause
3. Displays various messages
concerning operations such as PLAY,
STOP, LOAD ...
no DISC: Nodisc loaded.
OPEN: The disc tray is open.
LOAD: Player is loading disc information.
ENG-9

ISETUP
Rear Panel
4 5
1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT JACKS
- Use either an optical or coaxial digital cable to connect
to acompatible Dolby Digital receiver.
- Use either an optical or coaxial digital cable to connect
to anA/V Amplifier that contains a Dolby Digital,
MPEG2 or DTS decoder.
2. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT JACKS
- Use these jacks if you have a TV with Component
Video in jacks. These jacks provide PR,PBand Y video.
- If Progressive Out is set ON in Video Output of the
Setup Menu, progressive scan mode will work.
- If Progressive Out is set OFF in Video Output of the
Setup Menu, interlaced scan mode will work.
3. AUDIO OUT JACKS
Connect to theAudio input jacks of your television or
audio/video receiver
4. VIDEO OUT JACK
- Use a video cable to connect tothe Video input jack on
your television.
5. S-VIDEO OUT JACK
- Use the S-Video cable to connect this jack to the
S-Video jack on your television for higher picture
quality.
6. NDMI OUT JACK
- Use the HDMI cable to connect this jack to the HDMI
jack on your television for the best quality picture.
- Ifan HDMI cable is connected to an HDMI-compatible
TV, HDMI will be output automatically a maximum of 10
seconds later.
Note
- Consult your TV User's Manual to find out if your TV supports Progressive Scan (P-SCAN).
If Progressive Scan is supported, follow the TV User's Manual regarding Progressive Scan settings in the
TV's menu system.
- If Progresive Out On Video Output is selected in Setup Menu, Video and S-Video Outputs do not work.
- The HDMI output of this unit can be connected to a DVl jack on a TV or other device using a conversion
adapter. In this case, it is necessary to use a TV or display with an HDCP-compatible DVl input.
- There may be no image output if the DVD player is connected to a TV or display that is not compatible with
the above format.
-Refer to the TV's instruction manual for detailed information regarding the HDMI terminal.
- See pages 52 ~ 54 to get more information on how to use the setup menu.
ENG-IO

I SETUP I
Tour of the Remote Control
1
2
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
1. VIDEO SEL. Button
Selects video output formats
2. HDMI SEL. Button
HDMI Output resolution setup.
3. DVD POWER Button
Turns the power on or off.
4. NUMBER Buttons
5. BOOKMARK Button
6. SEARCH Buttos (<4 /!_)
Allow you to search forward/backward through adisc.
7. INSTANT REPLAY Button
-- 17 This function is used to replay the previous 10seconds
-- 18 of a movie from the current position.
8 SKIP Buttons (1<4/I_1_1)
-- 19 Use to skip the title, chapter or track.
20 9. STOP Button ( • )
10. VOL (+, -) Buttons
Control volume.
11. MENU Button
Brings upthe DVD player's menu.
12. ENTER/A/V,<I/I_ Buttons
This button functions as a toggle switch.
21 13. EZ VIEW Button
The aspect ratioof a picture can easily be adjusted
according to the screen sizeof your TV (16:9 or 4:3).
-- 22 14. DiSC MENU Button
Brings upthe Disc menu.
23 15. SUBTITLE Button
16. AUDIO Button
Use this button to accessvarious audiofunctions on adisc.
24 17. REPEAT A-B Button
Allows you to repeat playA-B disc
-- 25 18. REPEAT Button
26 Allows you to repeat play a title, chapter, track, or disc.
19. TV POWER Button
Turns the TV's power on or off.
20. OPEN/CLOSE ( &) Button
Toopen and close the disc tray.
21. STEP Button
-- 27 Advances play oneframe at a time.
-- 28 22. INSTANT SKIP Button
This function skips playback ahead 10seconds.
29 23. PLAY/PAUSE Button ( I_11)
30 Begin/Pause disc play.
24. OH (.%, v) Buttons
Channel selection.
25. TV/VlDEO Button
Press to display all of the available video sources
( i.e.,TV, Cable, Video)
26. RETURN Button
Returns to a previous menu.
27. INFO Button
Displays the current disc mode.
28. CANCEL Button
Use to remove menus or status displays from the screen.
29. ZOOM Button
Enlarges the DVD Picture
30. ANGLE Button
Use to access various camera angles on a DVD.
ENG-11

CONNECTIONS
Choosing a Connection
The following shows examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD player with a TV
and other components.
Before Connecting the DVD Player
- Always turn off the DVD player, TV, and other components before you connect or disconnect any
cables.
- Refer to the user's manual of the additional components (such as a TV) you are connecting for
more information on those particular components.
Connection to a TV (Video)
1
Usingvideo/audiocables,connecttheVIDEO(yellow).AUDIO
(redand white) OUTterminalsontherearofthe DVDplayerto
the VIDEO(yellow)/AUDlO(red andwhite) INterminalsof
yourTV
2
TurnontheDVDplayerandTV, ®o®o& []
Press the nput selector on your TV remote control until the
Video signal from the DVD ulayerappears on the TV screen.
4
YoucanalsousemeVIDEOSEL.buttontochangetheVideo
Outputmode.(Seepage12)
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN
Note
- Noise may be generated if the audio cable placed too close to the power Cablel
- If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 18 to 19)
- The number and position of terminals may vary depending on your TV set. Please refer to the user's manual
of your TV.
- If there is one audio input terminal on the TV, connect it to the [AUDIO OUT][left] (white) terminal of the DVD
player.
- If you press the VIDEO SEE button when DVD Player is in stop mode or no disc is inserted, the Video
Output mode changes in the following sequence: (Progressive : ON _ Progressive : OFF).
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ICONNECTIONS I
Connection to a TV (S-Video)
- Connecting to your TV using an S-Video cable.
- You will enjoy high quality images. S-Video separates the picture element into black and white(Y)
and color(C) signals to present clearer images than regular video input mode. (Audio signals are
delivered through the audio output.)
1
Using anS-Video cable inot mcluaea), connect the S-VIDEO
OUT terminal on the rear of the DVD player to me
S-VIDEO IN terminal ofyour TV
Using Lheaudio cables, connect the AUDIO (red and white]
OUT terminals on the rear of the DVD player to the AUDIO (red
and white] IN terminals of your TV.
Turn on the DVD player and TV.
3
Press [ne nDutselector on your TV remote control until the S-
Video signal from the DVD player appears on your TV screen.
4
Set the Video Output to Progessive Out Off in the Display
Setup menu. (See pages 52 to 54!
You can use the VIDEO SEL. button to change the Video
OutPut mode. (See uage 12'
Note
- If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 18 to 19)
- The number and position of terminals may vary depending on the TV set.
Please refer to the user's manual of your TV.
- Please do not connect S-Video and Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr)output simultaneously, as they may
interfere and degrade both video output quality.
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ICONNECTIONS I
Connection to a TV (Interlace)
- Connecting to your TV using Component video cables.
- You will enjoy high quality and accurate color reproduction images. Component video separates
the picture element into black and white(Y), blue(PB),red(PR)signals to present clear and clean
images. (Audio signals are delivered through the audio output.)
1
Using comuonent video cables (not includec, connect the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on the rear of the DVD
#ayer to the COMPONENT IIi terminals of your TV.
2
Using me audio cables, connect the AUDIO (red and white)
OUT terminals on the rear of the DVD player to the AUDIO (red
and white) INterminals of your TV.
Turn on the DVD player and TV.
3
Press the input selector on your TV remora control until the
Component signal from the DVDplayer appears on the TV
screer
4
Set the Video Output to Progressive Out Off in the Display
Setuo menu. (See pages52 to 54/
You can use me VIDEO SEL. button to change the Video
Output mode. (See cage 12)
AudioC_b_ _
COMPONENT IN
Note
- If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 18 to 19)
- The component terminal of your TV may be marked "R-Y, B-Y,Y" or "Or, Cb, Y" instead of "PR,PB,Y"
depending on the manufacturer. The number and position of terminals may vary depending on the TV set.
Please refer to the user's manual of your TV.
ENG-14

ICONNECTIONS I
Connection to a TV (Progressive)
1
Using component video cables not includedL connect the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals on the rear of the DVD
player to the COMPONENT IN terminals of your TV
2
Using [he audio cables, connect the AUDIO (red and white)
OUT terminals on the rear of the DVD player to the AUDIO (red
and white) IN terminals ol your TV.
Turn on the DVDplayer andTV.
3
Press me moutselector on your TV remote control until the
Component signal from the DVD player appears on the TV
screen.
4
Set the Video OutPut to Progressive Out ON in the Display
Setup menu. (See pages 52 to 54_
You can use the VIDEO SEL. button to change the Video
OutPut mode. (See page 121
To see the progressive video output,
.Consult your TV User's Manual to find out if your TV supports Progressive Scan. If Progressive
Depending on your TV, the connection method may differ from the illustration above.
Note
- What is "Progressive Scan"?
Progressive scan has twice as many scanning lines as the interlace output method.
Progressive scanning method provides better and clearer picture quality.
ENG-15

CONNECTIONS
Connecting to a TV with DVI Jack
1 ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Usingthe HDMI-DVIcable(notincluded),connecttheHDMI
OUT terminalon therearofthe DVDplayertothe DVlIN
terminalof yourTV,
Using the audio cables, connect the AUDIO (red and white)
OUT terminalson the rear of the DVDplayer tothe AUDIO
(red and white) IN terminals of YOUrTV,
Turn on the DVD player and TV,
RED
2,
j
A
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Press the input selector On your TV remote control until the DVI
Signal from the DVD player appears on YourTV Screen. {
Connecting to a TV with HDMI Jack
1
Usingthe HDMI-HDMIcableconnecttheHDMIOUTtermnal
ontherearoftheDVDpayerto theHDMIINterminalofyeur
TV.
2
PresstheinputselectoronyourTVremotecontroluntilthe
HDM signalfromthe DVDelayeraeeearsonyourTVscreen.
HDMI VIDEO Specifications
When you press the HDMI SEL. button, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p are selected in order.
The first press of the HDMI SEL. button, brings up the current resolution.
The second press allows you to change the HDMI output resolution.
- Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work.
- Please refer to the user's manual of your TV.
- If HDMI or HDMI-DVI cable is plugged into TV, the DVD player's output is set to HDMI/DVI automatically
about 10 seconds later.
- Ifyou set the HDMI output resolution to 720p, 1080i or 1080p, HDMI output provides better picture quality.
- If your TV cannot support current HDMI resolution setting, HDMI resolution is setted 480p automatically.
ENG-16

l CONNECTIONS l
• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is an interface to enable the digital transmission of video and audio data with iust a single connector
Using -tDMI. the DVD player transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV
having an HDMI input jack.
•HDMI connection description
DMI connector - Both uncompressed video data and digital audio data LPCM or Bit Stream data).
- Though the player uses a HDMI cable, the player outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV.
- If TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital content protection p.snow noise appears on the
screen.
•Why does Samsung use HDMI?
Analog TVs require an analog video/audio signal. However. when playing a DVD. the data transmitted to a
TV is digital. Therefore either a digital-to-analog converter in the DVD player) or an analog-to-digital
converter (in the TV) is required. During this conversion, the picture quality is degraded due to noise and
signal loss. HDMI technology is superior because it requires no D!A. A D conversion and is a pure digital
signal from the player to your TV.
• What is the HDCP?
HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is a system for protecting DVD content outputted via
DVl from being copied. It provides a secure digital link between a video source PC. DVD. etc) and a
display device (TV, projector, etcL Content is encrypted at the source device to prevent unauthorized
copies from being made
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ICONNECTIONS I
Connection to an Audio System (2 Channel Amplifier)
1
Using me aualo cables, connectthe AUDIO (red and whitei
OUT terminals onthe rear ofthe DVD pJayerto the AUDIO (red
and white) IN terminals of the Amolifier.
2
Using the video signal cable(sl connect the VIDEO, S-VIDEO.
COMPONENT or HDMI OUTterminals on me rear of the DVD
playerto the VIDEO, S-VIDEO. COMPONEN'I" or NDMI-DVl IN
mrm nal of your TV as descnoea on pages 12to 16.
3
Turn onthe DVD player. TV. andAmplifier.
4
Press the input select button of the Amplifier to select external
input in order to hear sound from the DVD player.
Refer to your Amplifier's user manual to set the Amplifier's
audio Jnou[.
Note
- Please turn the volume down when you turn onthe Amplifier, Sudden loud sound may cause
damage to the speakers and your ears.
Please set the audio in the menu screen according to the Amplifier.(See pages 50 to 51)
- The position of terminals may vary depending on the Amplifier.
Please refer to the user's manual of the Amplifier.
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ICONNECTIONS I
Connection to an Audio System (Dolby digital, MPEG2 or DTS Amplifier)
1
f using an outical cable _'notincluded), connect the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) terminal on the rear of the DVD player
to the DIGITALAUDIO IN (OPTICAL) terminal of theAmplifier.
f using a coaxial cable mot mcluded_,connect me DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) mrmmal on the rear ofthe DVD player
io me DIGITAL AUDIO IN (COAXIAL) terminal ofthe Amulifier.
2
Usinc the video signal cable(s), connec_ me VIDEO, S-VIDEO.
COMPONENT or HDMI OUT terminals onthe rear ofthe DVD
player to the VIDEO, S-VIDEO. COMPONENT or HDMI/DVl IN
terminals of your TV as descnuea on pages 12to 16.
3
Turn on the DVDplayer. TV. andAmplifier.
l\\
4
3ress the input selecl button ofthe Amulifier to select external
input in order to hear sound from the DVD player.
:{efer to your Amplifier's user manual to set theAmulifier's
audio input.
Note
-When you connect the OrB player to DTS Amplifier and play aDTS disc, set the DTS to On in Audio
-Please turn the volume down when you turn on the Amplifien Sudden loud sound may cause
damage to the speakers and your ears.
- Please set the audio in the menu screen according to the Amplifier. (See pages 50 to 51)
- The position of terminals may vary depending on the Amplifier.
Please refer to the user's manual of the Amplifier.
- Please remove the dust cover before using the optical cable (not included) and putthe cover on the cable
again when it's not used.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS
Playing a Disc
Before Play
- Turn on your TV and set it to the correct Video Input on the TV's remote control.
- If you connected the DVD player to an external Audio System, turn on your Audio System and set
it to the correct Audio Input,
After plugging in the player, the first time you press the DVD POWER button, this
screen comes up; If YOUWantto select a language, press a NUMBER button.
(This screen will only appear whenyou plug in the player for the first time_)
If the language for the startup screen is not set, the settings may change whenever you
turn the power On Or off, Therefore, makesure that you select the language you want to
Use,
Once you select a menu language, you can changeit by pressing the _ button on the
front panel of the unit for more than 5 seconds with no disc in the uniL Then the !
SELECT MENU LANGUAGE window appears again where you can reset your
preferred language.
Playback
Press the OPEN/CLOSE
(_A)button.
The STANDBY notcator
ight goes out andthe tray
opens.
2
Place a disc gently into the
tray wtrh me disc's label
facing up.
3_,4 RESUME function
When you stop disc Play, the player remembers
where you SIODDe(3 SO wnen you press
PLAY/PAUSE • button again, it will pick up
where you left off.
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