Samsung DVD-V3300 User manual

Instruction
Manual
DVD-V3300
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POWER
CHANNEL
LINE IN 2
DVD/VCR PROGRESSIVE
OPEN/CLOSE
POWER

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Safety Instructions
10. Ventilation-Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it
from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a
bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources-This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supplied to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization-This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
13. Alternate Warnings -This produck is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.
This plug will only fit into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
14. Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the product.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding-If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharg
e unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna- discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
16. Lightning-For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is
left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
17. Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
18. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch danger
ous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
20. Servicing-Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
aWhen the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
bIf liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
cIf the product has been exposed to rain or water.
dIf the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
eIf the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
fWhen the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service.
22. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
23. Safety check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.
24. Heat-The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
25. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
(NEC Section 810-21)
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Section 810-21)
Grounding Clamps
Electric Service Equipment
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Safety Instructions
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to Article
820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I) that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Caution: FCC regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the
user's authority to operate it.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame le plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.
Important: One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of copyrighted TV programs is an
infringement of U.S. copyright laws.
Certain Canadian programs may be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be a
violation of these rights.
To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard,
do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make
any kind of contact with any inside part of this product.
This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and
maintenance has been included with this product.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions-All operating and using instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning-Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
6. Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this product near water-for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories-Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

Table of Contents
◆5 - DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
■Disc Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
■Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
■Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
■Digital Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
■DTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
■Dynamic Compression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
■PCM Down Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
■TV Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
■Black Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
■Alt Video Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
■Parental. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
◆6 - DVD Sound Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
■A/V Receiver Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
◆7 - DVD Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
■Special Playback Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
■Disc Menu Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
■EZ View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
■Title/Chapter/Time Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
■Angle View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
■Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
■A to B Repeat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
■Repeat Chapter/Title. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
■Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
■Bookmarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
■MP3/WMA Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
■Program Play & Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
■Picture CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
■3D Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
■Function (DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
◆8 - VCR Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
■Special VCR Playback Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
■Tracking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
■Auto Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
■S-VHS Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
■Variable Search System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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Table of Contents
◆Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
■Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
◆Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
■Feature Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
■Unpack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
■Disc Type and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
◆1 - System Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
■Front Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
■Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
■Front Panel Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
■Remote Control Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
■Insert Batteries into Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
■Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
◆2 - Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
■Basic Connections/Auto Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
◆3 - Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
■Deck Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
■Basic DVD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
■Basic VCR Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
■Basic TV Tuner Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
◆4 - System Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
■On-Screen Menu Navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
■Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
■Manual Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
■Tuner Band Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
■RF Output Channel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
■Auto Channel Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
■Channel Add/Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
■Front Panel Dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
■Auto Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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OPEN/CLOSE
POWER
Feature Summary
DVD+VCR Features
•Perfect compatibility to play back DVDs, audio CDs, MP3 discs or VHS Tapes.
•Enjoy a DVD movie while recording a TV show to the VCR.
•Auto Setup instantly finds the time and runs channel search.
•RF inputs and outputs for all kinds of TVs available.
•Composite, S-Video, and Component Video outputs.
•Universal remote provides the full operation on DVD+VCR.
•On-Screen Program (English/French/Spanish).
DVD Features
•10-bit video digital to analog converter and 27MHz advanced digital filter.
•Playback of 96KHz/24-bit sources.
•DTS digital output for DTS-enhanced DVDs.
•Playback MP3-CDs.
VCR Features
•Hi-Fi Stereo VCR.
•Superior slow motion and stop action (with 4 heads).
•Playback of S-VHS tapes with a better than standard resolution.
•INTRO Scan, Zero Return, and END Search.
•7-event/1 month timer recording.
•Time remaining counter, real time counter.
Note
*Discs which cannot be played with this player. *Ability to play back may depend on recording
•DVD-ROM •DVD-RAM conditions.
•CD-ROM •CDV •DVD-R •CD-RW
•CDI •DVD+RW, -RW
•HD layer of Super Audio CD
•CDGs play audio only, not graphics.
Unpack
When you unpack the DVD+VCR, please check the following list of items is included in the
packing case.
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Table of Contents
◆9 - VCR Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
■Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
■Special Recording Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
■One Touch Recording (OTR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
■Record Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
◆10 - Timer Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
■How to Set a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
■Function(VCR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
◆Appendix A - Advanced Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
■S-Video/Component Video Connections (for DVD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
■Stereo Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
■Monitor TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
■Connecting Other Video Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
◆Appendix B - Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
■Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
POWER
CHANNEL
LINEIN 2
DVD/VCR PROGRESSIVE
DVD-VCR User’s Guide
(AK68-00164A)
RCA cable for RF (Radio Frequency) 1.5V “AAA”Batteries- 2EA
Audio/Video connection Antenna Cable Remote Control

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Front Panel Overview
1DVD DECK
2DVD OPEN/CLOSE
3VCR DECK
4CHANNEL /
5DVD-VCR SELECT
6PROGRESSIVE
7VCR EJECT
8POWER
9STOP
10 REWIND/REV
11 PLAY/PAUSE
12 FAST-FORWARD/FWD
13 RECORD
14 EZ VIEW
15 FRONT PANEL DISPLAY
16 LINE IN 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO JACK
17 LINE IN 2 LEFT AUDIO JACK
18 LINE IN 2 RIGHT AUDIO JACK
POWER
CHANNEL
LINE IN 2
DVD/VCR PROGRESSIVE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Disc Type and Characteristics
Disc Markings
Play Region Number
This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos:
~DIGITAL
SOUND
STEREO
NTSC
• 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
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.
9
5"
31/2"
Single-sided
240 min.
Double-sided
480 min.
Single-sided
80 min.
Double-sided
160 min.
Audio
+
Video
Audio
• CD is recorded as a
Digital Signal with better
audio quality, less
distortion and less
deterioration of audio
quality over time.
• DVD contains excellent sound
and video due to Dolby Digital
and MPEG-2 system.
• Various screen and audio
functions can be easily
selected through the on-
screen menu.
AUDIO-CD 5"
31/2"
74 min.
20 min.
Disc Types
(Logos) Recording
Types Disc Size Max.
Playing Time Characteristics
DVD
V I D E O

Remote Control Overview
Insert Batteries into Remote
•Remove the battery cover on the remote
•Insert two 1.5V “AAA”batteries as shown, making sure of the correct
polarities(+/-)
•Slide the cover back onto remote.
OPEN/CLOSE
POWER
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8STOP
9SUBTITLE
10 MENU
11 UP
12 LEFT
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15 RECORD
16 CLEAR
17 MODE
REPEAT
18 OPEN/CLOSE
19 0-9
20 TV/VCR
21 VCR, TV SELECT
22 INPUT SEL.
F.ADV/SKIP
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TRACKING
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25 PLAY/PAUSE
26 INFO.
27 RETURN
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31 DISC MENU
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SEARCH
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Front Panel Display
STEREO
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1When the light is on, DVD is operating.
2DVD or CD media is loaded.
3The time, counter position, time remaining or
current deck status is indicated.
4VHS videotape is loaded.
5VCR is activated.
6A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded.
7The Hi-Fi track of a VHS videotape is playing
(The current TV program or video is broadcast in
Stereo.)
8Timer Recording is in progress.
It also blinks when you pause VCR.
Rear Panel
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1S-VIDEO OUT
2DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(COAXIAL)
3DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTICAL)
4COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
5AUDIO LINE OUT TO TV
(S-VIDEO OR COMPONENT)
6LINE IN 1
7LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE)
8RF ANTENNA INPUT
9RF OUT TO TV
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Basic Connections/Auto Setup
You will need to connect the DVD-VCR to a TV and run Auto
Setup. The Auto Setup will automatically searche for channels and
then set your DVD-VCR's internal clock.
NOTES:
• See Appendix A for Advanced Connections.
• Standard RF or Line connection between your TV are required to
run DVD+VCR setup menu, even if you connect S-Video
or Component Video Output for a better picture quality.
1 Connect the RF Antenna Cable to your DVD-VCR
Connect an external indoor/outdoor antenna or wall outlet antenna
cable to the Ant-In jack on the rear panel.
2 Connect your DVD-VCR to a TV
Choose one of the following methods:
RF Connection
Using the supplied RF antenna cable, connect the OUT jack (TO
TV) on the back panel of your DVD-VCR to your TV’s Antenna
Input.
Line Connection
Using an RCA-type audio/video cable (red, white, yellow), connect
the LINE OUT jacks on the back panel of your DVD-VCR to your
TV's Line In jacks. Use the three cables as follows: red for right
audio, white for left audio, and yellow for video.
NOTE: If your TV is equipped with RCA jacks, it is better to use the
Line Connection method.
3 Plug In
Your DVD-VCR's power should be plugged into a standard
120V/60Hz wall outlet. Avoid pressing any buttons on the remote
control or on the unit during an Auto Setup. While your DVD-VCR
is running an Auto Setup, “AUTO”will blink. When Auto Setup is
complet, the current time will be displayed on the front panel. In
case Auto Clock set fails to locate a channel to set the clock, you
should set the clock manually. See page 18.
4 Turn On your DVD-VCR
Turn on the power by pressing the POWER button on the remote
control or on the front panel of the unit.
5 Turn On your TV
Turn on the TV by pressing the POWER button.
6 Set the TV to Channel 3, 4 or Line
The same channel you selected in Step 2 above must be used. If
you are using the Line Connection method, set your TV to its Line
Input.
From Antenna or Cable
To TV’s Antenna Input
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Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control
Your VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and
compatible brands.
To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions
below.
1Switch your television on.
2Point the remote control towards the television.
3Hold down the TV button and enter the two-figure code
corresponding to the brand of your television, by pressing the
appropriate numeric buttons.
Brand Codes Brand Codes
SAMSUNG 01, 14, 15, 23 LOEWE 28
SHARP 02, 16, 22 ZENITH 17
SONY 03 LG 06, 08, 18
RCA 07, 29 MAGNAVOX 04
TOSHIBA 09 EMERSON 21
PANASONIC 12, 24 SANYO 05, 20
JVC 11 DAEWOO 19
HITACHI 10 NOBLEX 25
MITSUBISHI 13 TELEFUNKEN 26
NEWSAN 27
Result: If your television is compatible with the remote control, it
will switch off. It is now programmed to operate with the
remote control.
➢If several codes are indicated for your television brand, try
each one in turn until you find one that works.
☛ When you change the batteries in the remote control, you
must reprogram the code, following the same procedure.
You can then control the television using the following buttons.
Button Function
POWER
➀
Used to switch the television on and off.
INPUT SEL.
➁
Used to select an external source.
VOL +or –
➂
Used to adjust the volume of the television.
CH ( or )
➃
Used to select the required channel.
MUTE
➄
Used to toggle the sound on and off.
➢The various functions will not necessarily work on all
televisions. If you encounter problems, operate the
television directly.
OPEN/CLOSE
POWER
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Basic VCR Operation
To play a standard VHS videotape, just insert it into the VCR deck
and press the Play button. You can turn on the Auto Play to enable
the VCR deck to play automatically when you insert a videotape
that is missing the Record Safety Tab.. See page 53.
1 Insert VHS Tape
Insert a standard VHS videotape into the VCR deck.
• When a videotape is inserted, power will turn on automatically.
2 Play Tape
Press the ❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) button on the remote control or on
the front panel of the unit. The videotape will begin to play
automatically if it is missing the Record Safety Tab and Auto Play is
turned on. See page 53
3 Stop Playback
Press the
■
(STOP) button on the remote control or on the front
panel of the unit.
4 Eject Tape
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control or the
EJECT button on the front panel of the unit.
5 Additional VCR Options
• See pages 52~54 for special VCR Playback features.
• See pages 55~57 for VCR Recording features.
• See page 58 for Timer Recording features.
CHANNEL
LINE IN 2
DVD/VCR PROGRESSIVE
CHANNEL
LINE IN 2
DVD/VCR PROGRESSIVE
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OPEN/CLOSE
POWER
The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The
following buttons are helpful in successfully controlling each deck.
1 POWER Button
Press the POWER button on the remote control or front panel to
turn on the DVD-VCR.
2 DVD Button
Press the DVD button on the remote control or front panel when
you want to control the DVD deck.
•The DVD indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show
that the DVD deck is selected.
3 VCR Button
Press the VCR button on the remote control or front panel when
you want to control the VCR deck.
•The VCR indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show
that the VHS deck is selected.
4 INPUT SEL. Button
Press the INPUT SEL. button repeatedly to cycle through all of
your input sources, including the Tuner (Ch##), Line 1 (rear AV
input), and Line 2 (front AV input).
•Input select is only available when the VCR deck is selected.
Deck Control Buttons
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Fllow the instructions below to playback a DVD.
1 Open the Disc Tray
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on your remote control or on the
front panel of the unit to turn on the power and open the disc tray.
2 Insert a Disc
Put a disc in the center of the tray, with the label-printed side facing
up.
3 Close the Disc Tray
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on your remote control or on the
front panel of the unit to close the disc tray.
4 Play a DVD
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button on your remote control or on the
front panel of the unit.
•Most discs will start to playback as soon as the tray closes.
•If a DVD has a MENU, the menu may pop up on TV screen.
5 Additional DVD Options
•See pages 25 ~ 35 for advanced DVD Setup options.
•See pages 36 ~ 51 for special DVD Playback features.
Basic DVD Operation
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Menu Language
To change the on-screen MENU language to English, French or
Spanish, follow these steps.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop or Play mode.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Select “Language”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “Language”then press the
ENTER button.
4 Set menu Language
Place the selection bar next to your desired Language, then press
the ENTER button.
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
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Basic TV Tuner Operations
When watching TV using the DVD-VCR's built-in TV tuner, use the
buttons below.
1 TV/VCR
Press this button to switch between your TV's tuner and the VCR's
internal tuner.
•You don’t need to press the TV/VCR button in vcr mode.
2 Channel Up/Down
Use these buttons to move to the previous or the next channel.
3 0-9 Buttons
Use these buttons to select the desired channel directly.
4 100+ Button
Press this button to tune to channels 100 and above. First, press
the 100+ button, then use the numeric buttons (0-9) to enter the
remaining digits of the channel number desired.
•This button is activated only in Cable TV Mode.
5 INFO. Button
Press this button to display the current channel.
•This also works in DVD and VCR mode.
The on-screen menus allow you to enable or disable various
functions on your DVD-VCR. Use the following buttons to open
and navigate through the on-screen menus.
1 MENU Button
Press this button while the DVD is in Stop or Play mode to open
the on-screen MAIN MENU.
2 Up/Down and Left/Right
Use these buttons to move the selection bar up, down, left and
right to cycle through the menu options.
3 ENTER Button
Press this button to confirm any new settings.
4 RETURN Button
Press this button to return to the last MENU screen displayed or to
exit the on-screen MENU all together.
On-Screen Menu Navigation
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
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Tuner Band Setting
This feature allows you to manually set the DVD-VCR’s tuner
band to Antenna or Cable, whichever you connected to the
Antenna In jack during initial setup.
• Use this setting only if Auto Setup detected the incorrect tuner
band, i.e. channels are coming in on the wrong channel numbers.
1 Open “MENU”
With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, press the MENU button.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Select “Channel”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “Channel”,
then press ENTER to select.
4 Select “Ant/Cable”
Move the selection arrow to “Ant/Cable”then press right to select
from the following options:
•Antenna - Indicates that the DVD-VCR is connected to an indoor
or outdoor VHF/UHF antenna.
•Cable TV - Indicates that the DVD-VCR is connected to Cable TV.
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If Auto Setup fails to set the DVD-VCR’s internal clock by locating
a local TV station, follow these steps to set the date and time
manually.
NOTE: For accurate Timer Recording, your DVD-VCR's internal
clock must be set correctly.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop or Play mode.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Select “Clock”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “Clock ”then press the
ENTER button.
4 Select “Manual Clock”
Move the highlight to “Manual Clock”, then press the ENTER
button.
•The Clock Set/Adjust menu will change as shown.
5 Set the Clock
Use the Left/Right buttons to select each of the following options,
then use the UP/DOWN buttons to set each option:
•Hour –Set the hour.
•Minute –Set the minute.
•Month –Set the month.
•Day –Set the day.
•Year –Set the year.
6 Confirm Settings
Press the RETURN button to confirm your clock settings and to
return to the Setup Menu.
•Press the RETURN button again to exit.
Manual Clock Set
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Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Ant./Cable : Antenna
RF Output CH : 3CH
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
Antenna
Cable TV
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English

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Auto Channel Memory will automatically seek and store all active
channels in your area.
1 Open “MENU”
With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, press the MENU button.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Select “Channel”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “Channel”,
then press ENTER to select.
4 Run “Auto Channel Memory”
Move the selection arrow to “Auto Channel Memory,”then press
ENTER to select.
•The DVD-VCR will automatically search for all available
channels in the selected Tuner Band. This procedure may take
a few minutes to complete.
•When finished, the lowest channel found will be displayed.
Auto Channel Memory
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Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Ant./Cable : Antenna
RF Output CH : 3CH
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
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RF Output Channel
1 Open “MENU”
With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, press the MENU button.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Select “Channel”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “Channel,”
then press ENTER to select.
4 Select “RF Output CH”
Move the selection bar to “RF Output CH”, then press right
to change.
5 Change “RF Output CH”
A message will appear on your TV.
Then press ENTER to change.
6 Change “TV Channel”
A message will appear on your TV. When the message disappears,
change your TV to channel 3 or 4 to match the RF output channel
of the player.
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Ant./Cable : Antenna
RF Output CH : 4CH
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
3CH
4CH
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Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English

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Front Panel Dimmer
You can set the Front Panel Display to be bright all the time, dim
all the time, dim during power off.
1 Open “MENU”
With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, press the MENU button.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Set “Front Display”
Move the selection bar to “Front Display,”then press right to select
from the following options:
•Auto –Front Panel Display will dim automatically during
power off.
•Bright –Front Panel Display will be bright all the time.
•Dim –Front Panel Display will be dim all the time.
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Channel Add/Delete
Use this feature if Auto Channel Search missed a channel that you
would like to add, or added a channel you wish to remove.
1 Open “MENU”
With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, press the MENU button.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Select “Channel”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “Channel”,
then press ENTER to select.
4 Select “Channel Add/Delete”
Move the selection bar to “Channel Add/Delete,”then press
ENTER to select.
5 Select Channel to add/delete
Use the CH / buttons to tune in the channel number you wish
to add or remove.
6 Select “Channel Add/Delete”
Press right to add or press left to remove the channel from
your channel list.
•Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add or remove additional channels.
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Ant./Cable : Antenna
RF Output CH : 3CH
Auto Channel Memory
Channel Add/Delete
CHANNEL ADD/DELETE
Select channel : [ 02]
and press [
❿ ] to ADD
press [
➛ ] to DELETE
RETURN CH
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Auto
Bright
Dim
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Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English

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Audio Language
To set the Audio Language to your preferred language, follow these
steps. If your preferred language is available on a DVD, your Audio
Language will automatically be set to the language you choose.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD”then press
the ENTER button.
3 Select “Language”
Move the selection bar to “Language”then press ENTER to select.
4 Select “Audio”
Highlight “Audio,”then press the ENTER button.
5 Set “Audio Language”Preference
Highlight your preferred language for audio soundtracks, then
press the ENTER button.
Disc Menu Language
To set the Disc Menu Language to your preferred language, follow
these steps. If your preferred language is available on a DVD, your
Disc Menu Language will automatically be set to the language you
choose.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD”,
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Language”
Move the selection bar to “Language”then press ENTER to select.
4 Select “Disc Menu”
Highlight “Disc Menu”, then press the ENTER button.
5 Set “Disc Menu Language”Preference
Highlight your preferred language for disc menus, then press the
ENTER button.
1 Open “MENU”
With the DVD in Stop or Play mode, press the MENU button.
2 Select “SETUP”
Using the UP/DOWN buttons, move the selection bar to “SETUP”
then press ENTER to select.
3 Set “Auto Power Off”
Move the selection bar to “Auto Power Off”, then press right to
select from following options:
•Off –Auto power off is disabled.
•1Hr –DVD-VCR will auto shut off 1 hour after the last button is
pressed.
•2Hr –DVD-VCR will auto shut off 2 hours after the last button is
pressed.
Auto Power Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Off
Auto Power Off : Off
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Off
1Hr
2Hr
2
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English

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To set the Subtitle Language to your preferred language, follow
these steps. If your preferred language is available on a DVD, your
Subtitle Language will automatically be set to the language you
choose.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Language”
Move the selection bar to “Language”then press ENTER to select.
4 Select “Subtitle”
Highlight “Subtitle”, then press the ENTER button.
5 Set “Subtitle Language”Preference
Highlight your preferred language for subtitles, then press the
ENTER button.
Subtitle Language
Subtitle
Subtitle Language
Automatic
If your A/V receiver is equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder, your
DVD-VCR can output Dolby Digital 5.1 sound, but you MUST
enable this feature in the menu system to prevent damage to your
speakers.
NOTE: Select “Bitstream” ONLY if you have connected a Dolby
Digital-equipped A/V receiver to the Digital Output
(optical or coaxial) on the DVD-VCR back panel.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Audio”
Highlight “Audio”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “Digital Output”
Highlight “Digital Output”then press the RIGHT button to select
one of the following options:
•PCM - To use your DVD/TV with an A/V receiver without a
Dolby Digital decoder.
•Bitstream –To use your DVD/TV with an A/V receiver with a
Dolby Digital decoder.
Digital Output
PCM Down Sampling : On
PCM
Bitstream
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off

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If your A/V receiver is equipped with a DTS decoder, your DVD-
VCR can output DTS digital sound, but you MUST enable this
feature in the menu system.
NOTE: Select “On” ONLY if you have connected a DTS-equipped
A/V receiver to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (optical or coaxial) on
the DVD-VCR back panel.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Audio ”
Highlight “Audio”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “DTS”
Highlight “DTS”then press the RIGHT button to select one
of the following options:
•Off - To use your DVD/TV with an A/V receiver NOT equipped
with a DTS decoder.
•On –To use your DVD/TV with an A/V receiver equipped with a
DTS decoder.
DTS
PCM Down Sampling : On
Dynamic Compression
Dynamic Compression restrains the dynamic range of sound, i.e.
the difference between the loud and quiet passages of a DVD audio
track.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Audio”
Highlight “Audio”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “Dynamic Compression”
Highlight “Dynamic Compression”, then press the RIGHT button to
select one of the following options:
•On - This will compress the total dynamic range of the DVD
audio, making quiet passages in the audio signal louder and
loud passages softer.
•Off –This will preserve the original dynamic range.
PCM Down Sampling : On
Off
On Off
On
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
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Auto Power Off : Off

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TV Aspect Ratio
Set the aspect ratio (length x width) of your TV screen so the DVD
player will display movies at the appropriate size for your
television. Choose from standard, letterbox, or widescreen format.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Display”
Highlight “Display”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “TV Aspect”
Highlight “TV Aspect”then press the RIGHT button to select one
of the following options:
•Widescreen - This method allows you to view the full 16:9
picture on a widescreen television.
•Letterbox - This method displays the full width of the widescreen
movie on a standard 4:3 television. As a result, black bars will
appear at the top and bottom of the screen.
•Pan-Scan - The familiar way of watching DVD and VHS movies,
this method selectively crops (by panning and scanning to keep
the most important part of the picture visible) wide screen
movies to fit a standard 4:3 television screen.
Display Setup
PCM Down Sampling
If your amplifier is not capable of reproducing a 96kHz signal, PCM
downsampling should be set to on.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Audio”
Highlight “Audio”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “PCM Down Sampling”
Highlight “PCM Down Sampling”, then press the RIGHT button to
select one of the following options:
•On - When a 96K audio disc is played,
96K will be downsampled to 48K and outputted.
•Off –When a 96K disc is played, 96K will be outputted.
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PCM Down Sampling : On
On
Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off

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Alt Video Out
On
Display Setup
The “Alt Video Out” option must be set in the on-screen menu if
you have connected your DVD-VCR to a TV using the S-VIDEO
OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
• Use the S-Video or Component Video connection method only
for the DVD player. The tuner and VCR can still be viewed
through the RF or line outputs.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD,”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Display”
Highlight “Display”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “Alt Video Out”
Highlight “Alt Video Out,”then press the RIGHT button to select
one of the following options:
•S-Video - Select this if you are using the S-Video OUT jack on
the rear panel to connect to a TV.
•Component - Select this if you are using the COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear panel to connect to a
Progressive(480p) or Interaced (480i) TV.
•See your TV owner’s manual to determine what type of TV you
have.
- Interlace : Interaced Scan mode will work.
- Progressive : Progressive Scan mode will work, and Video
and S-Video will not work.
•Press the Progressive button on the front panel if you have a
Progressive scan TV only. Otherwise, the picture will be
disturbed.
Black Level
The Black Level feature adjusts the reference level of black in the
video signal to one of two choices:
• Off - Standard NTSC black level. Yields consistent contrast
through all sources.
• On - Enhanced black level, for increased contrast during DVD
playback.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Display”
Highlight “Display”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Set “Black Level”
Highlight “Black Level,”then press the RIGHT button to select one
of the following options:
•On - This will enhance the Black Level for increased
brightness/contrast when viewing DVDs.
•Off - This is the Standard NTSC reference Black Level for
consistent brightness/contrast across all sources.
On
Display Setup
On
Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off
Language : English
Front Display : Auto
Auto Power Off : Off

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A/V Receiver Connections
To take full advantage of the movie theater experience that DVD
offers, you may want to connect your DVD-VCR to a complete
Surround Sound system, including an A/V Receiver and six
Surround Sound speakers.
Before You Begin...
• If your A/V receiver is equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder,
you have the option to bypass the DVD-VCR’s built-in Dolby
Digital Decoder. Use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connection
below.
1 Digital Audio Out
Connect EITHER an optical cable OR a digital coaxial cable from
the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks on the back panel of the DVD-VCR
to their corresponding Digital Audio Input jacks on your A/V
Receiver:
•Optical
•Coaxial
•Use whichever connection is available on your A/V Receiver.
To Digital Audio Input of an A/V
Receiver with a Dolby Digital
Decoder
OR
Parental
Rating Control is a password protected system that allows you to
block playback of DVDs based on their content. The system uses an
eight level rating system.
• If you try to play a DVD that exceeds the selected rating, an error
message will appear.
• Not all discs are rated.
1 Open “MENU”
Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode.
2 Select “DVD”
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight “DVD ”
then press the ENTER button.
3 Select “Parental”
Highlight “Parental”, then press the ENTER button.
4 Select “Use Password”
Highlight “Use Password,”then press the RIGHT button to select
one of the following options:
•Off - No password is necessary to view a DVD or to change the
Rating Level. No additional settings are necessary.
•On - A password is necessary to view a DVD and to view the
Rating Level. The menu will change as shown.
NOTES:
•The first time “Require Password”is set to “Yes,”you will be
prompted to enter a new password.
•If the “Enter Password”screen appears, then “Require
Password”has already been set to “Yes.”Please skip to Step 5.
•There no Default Password.
5 Enter Password
Use the numeric buttons (0-9) on the remote control to enter the
4-digit password.
•Write your password down, and keep it in a safe place in case
you need it to change your settings later.
6 Select “Rating Level”
Move the selection bar to “Rating Level,”then press ENTER to
select.
7 Change Rating Level
Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select one of the following ratings:
•Level 8 Adult •Level 4
•Level 7 •Level 3
•Level 6 •Level 2
•Level 5 •Level 1 Kids Safe
All ratings above the level you select will also be blocked, e.g., if
you block Level 6, then Levels 7 and 8 will also be blocked.
Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
•If you forgot your password, press power on from a cold start
with no disc in the unit. Press the REW and F.F buttons
simultaneously on the front panel for 5 seconds. The “reset ok”
message will appear. Press the POWER button and the
DVD-VCR will go to the “Auto Setup”mode. (See page 13)

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Special Playback Features
2
1
3
3
5
During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following
special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ❿ll
(Play/Pause) button.
1 Still
Press the ❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) button on the remote control during
playback.
•The picture will pause and the audio will mute.
•To resume playback, press the
❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) button.
•If the player is left in Pause mode for 5 minutes, it will stop
automatically.
2 Frame Advance (Step)
While in Still mode, press the F.ADV/SKIP button on the remote
control to advance one frame at a time.
•Audio is muted during Frame Advance mode.
•Press
❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) to resume normal playback.
NOTE: Frame Advance operates only in the forward direction.
3 Skip Forward/Back
While a CD or DVD disc is in Play mode, press the SKIP
FORWARD/BACK (
❿❿ / ➛➛ ) buttons on the remote control or front
panel to jump forward and backward through disc chapters/tracks.
•Skip Forward will jump to the next chapter/track.
•Skip Back will jump to the beginning of the current chapter/track.
•Press Skip Back again to jump to the beginning of the previous
chapter/track.
Search Forward/Back
While a disc is in Play mode, press and hold the FORWARD/BACK
(
❿❿ / ➛➛ ) buttons on the remote control or front panel to visually
search forward/backward at 2X - 4X - 8X - 16X - 32X - 128X speed.
Press
❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) button to resume normal speed.
NOTE: CD search speed - 2X, 4X, 8X
4 Slow Motion
During playback, press the ❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) button to Still the
image. Press and hold the Search FORWARD (
❿❿ ) to play in slow
motion at variable speeds.
•Press and hold the FORWARD button (
❿❿✌ on the remote and
front panel to increase or decrease the speed from normal
playback to 1/8, 1/4 or 1/2 speed.
•Audio is muted during slow motion playback.
•Press the
❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE) button to resume normal
playback.
NOTE: Slow function is not available for CD.
5 Stop/Resume
•Press the Stop button once to stop playback. To resume the
DVD/CD from the point where the disc stopped, press the
❿ll
(PLAY/PAUSE) button.
•Press the
■
(STOP) button twice to completely stop playback.
The next time you press
❿ll (PLAY/PAUSE), the disc will start
over from the beginning.

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Many DVDs feature their own menu systems, where you can select
Titles, Chapters, Audio Tracks, Subtitles, and special disc features,
such as movie trailers, and information on the cast. Use these
buttons to make selections in the Disc menus.
1 DISC MENU
Press to access the DVD’s Disc menu, if applicable.
2Press  , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ to navigate through DVD’s Disc menu
options.
• Press up, down, left and right to highlight menu choices.
3 ENTER Button
Press to make your selections in the Disc menu.
1 Press the EZ VIEW button.
• The screen size changes when the button is pressed repeatedly.
• The screen zoom mode operates differently depending on the
screen setting in the initial setup menu.
• To ensure correct operation of the EZ VIEW button, you should
set the correct aspect ratio in the initial setup .(See the page 31)
2 If you are using a 16:9 TV
- For 16:9 aspect ratio discs
• Wide Screen
Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio.
• Screen Fit
The top and bottom of the screen are cut off. When playing a
2.35:1 aspect ratio disc, the black bars at the top and bottom
of the screen will disappear. The picture will look vertically
stretched. (Depending on the type of disc, the black bars may
not disappear completely.)
• Zoom Fit
The top, bottom, left and right of the screen are cut off and
the central portion of the screen is enlarged.
Disc Menu Navigation
2
2
2
1
3
2
EZ View
1