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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL UBD-K8500 imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Safety Information Warning CAUTION This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN product. CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT This symbol indicates that important REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
  • Page 3 • Before connecting the AC power cord to the • Contact an authorised service Centre for DC adaptor outlet, make sure the voltage information if you intend to install your designation of the DC adaptor corresponds to product in a location with heavy dust, high the local electrical supply.
  • Page 4 Safety Information • There is danger of an explosion if you replace CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT the batteries used in the remote with the wrong KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT type of battery. Replace only with the same or LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE equivalent type.

  • Page 5: Precautions

    Precautions 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the Important Safety Instructions manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart Read these operating instructions carefully before is used, use caution when using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions moving the cart/apparatus combination to listed below.
  • Page 6 Safety Information • Do not use the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while walking or moving around. Using the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while moving around may cause you to bump into objects, trip, and/or fall, and cause serious injury. • If you want to enjoy 3D content, connect a 3D device (3D compliant AV receiver or TV) to the player's HDMI OUT port using a high-speed...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents SAFETY INFORMATION SETTINGS Warning The Initial Settings Procedure Precautions The Home Screen Important Safety Instructions Accessing the Settings Screen Using the 3D function Buttons on the Remote Control Used for the Settings Menu Settings Menu Functions GETTING STARTED Picture Sound Accessories Network...
  • Page 8 Disc Storage & Management Before Using Samsung Apps Playing Photos, Videos, and Music Using Samsung Apps (Multimedia) The Samsung Apps Screen at a Glance Playing Media Content Saved on a USB Starting an Application Device Screen Mirroring Playing Media Content Saved in a...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started Accessories Check for the supplied accessories shown below. Lithium Battery DISC TITLE MENU MENU POP-UP INFO TOOLS POWER Power Cable SOURCE User Manual Remote Control WARNING, DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD, [The remote control supplied with] This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.

  • Page 10: Front Panel

    Getting Started Front Panel POWER BUTTON PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON STOP BUTTON OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON LED INDICATOR Red: Power off Green: Power on Blue blinking: Remote control or Front key input, Software update USB HOST REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR DISC TRAY | NOTES | \ To upgrade the product's software through the USB HOST jack, you must use a USB memory stick.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    | NOTE | \ Out of the box, the TV volume, source, and Turns the TV on and off. on/off buttons only work with Samsung TVs. To use these buttons with another TV brand, enter the appropriate TV Control Code listed After setup, allows you to set the input on page 12.

  • Page 12: Tv Control Codes

    58, 59, 73, 74 RADIOLA 06, 56 Brand Codes RADIOMARELLI 45, 46 SAMSUNG 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09 AIWA SABA 57, 72, 73, 74, 75 ANAM 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 SALORA BANG &...

  • Page 13: Connections

    Connections Connecting to a TV Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your TV. - Do not connect the power cord to the wall outlet until you have made all the other connections. - When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start.
  • Page 14 Connections \ HDMI outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV. If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), random noise appears on the screen. \ If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) version 2.2, some of Ultra HD Blu-ray titles may play at the 1080p resolution.

  • Page 15: Connecting To An Audio System

    Connecting to an Audio System You can connect this product to an audio system using the methods illustrated below. - Do not connect the power cord to the wall outlet until you have made all the other connections. - When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start. Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI (HDR) compatible AV receiver that supports pass through • Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI OUT 1 jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your receiver.

  • Page 16: Method 2 Connecting To An Hdmi Compatible Av Receiver That Does Not Support Pass Through

    Connections Method 2 Connecting to an HDMI Method 3 Connecting to an AV receiver compatible AV receiver that does not support with a Digital Optical Cable pass through • Using a digital Optical cable (not supplied), connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT • Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the jack on the product to the DIGITAL OPTICAL HDMI OUT 1 jack on the back of the product...

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Network Router

    Wi-Fi certification specifications. accessing Samsung's software update server. \ Wireless LAN, by its nature, may cause If this occurs, contact your Internet Service interference, depending on the operating Provider (ISP) for more information.

  • Page 18: Settings

    PCs. When the initial setup is completed, a tutorial Sign In : Lets you log into your Samsung screen explaining how to use the Home menu will appear. To exit this screen, press the (RETURN) account.

  • Page 19: Accessing The Settings Screen

    Buttons on the Remote Control Used | NOTE | for the Settings Menu \ If you leave the product in the stop mode for more than 5 minutes without using it, a screen saver will appear on your TV. If the product is left in the screen saver mode for more than 20 minutes, the power will automatically turn off.

  • Page 20: Settings Menu Functions

    Blu-ray Disc with 3D content in 3D Mode. only on a TV supporting this frame rate.  If you move to the Home or SAMSUNG APPS • Movie Frame is only available when the product screen while in 3D mode, the product will switch is in the HDMI 1080i, 1080p or 2160p output to 2D mode automatically.

  • Page 21: Sound

    \ For further details, refer to the Multiroom Link manual on the Samsung web site: DTS Neo:6 Mode www.samsung.com ; Search for Product name: UBD-K8500 ; You can enjoy multichannel sound via HDMI Manuals ; Multiroom Link ; Download PDF output from a 2 channel audio source.

  • Page 22: Network

    Settings HDMI Audio Output  BD-Live Internet Connection : Lets you fully allow, partly allow, or prohibit a BD-Live Internet Set HDMI audio to output through HDMI1 or connection. HDMI2.  BD Data Management : Manage BD data  Auto : Audio output will be set automatically downloaded from a BD-Live service or based on the devices connected to HDMI1 and Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc/Blu-ray Disc.
  • Page 23 Samsung TV remote. To operate this function, you must connect this \ If a wireless HID Keyboard does not operate product to an Anynet+ Samsung TV using an because of interference, move the keyboard HDMI cable.

  • Page 24: Support

    Configuring Your Network Connection \ To use Remote Management: 1) Call the Samsung Contact Centre and ask Before you begin, contact your ISP to find out for remote support. if your IP address is static or dynamic. If it is...
  • Page 25 Wireless Network Wired - Manual Ğ If you have a static IP address or the Automatic You can set up a wireless network connection in procedure does not work, you'll need to set the four ways: Network Settings values manually. - Wireless Automatic Follow Steps 1 and 2 in Wired - Automatic, and - Wireless Manual...
  • Page 26 Settings | NOTE | 7. Press the button to move to another parameter, and then enter the numbers for \ To view the password as you enter it, use the that parameter following the instructions in arrow buttons to select Show Password on Step 6.

  • Page 27: Upgrading Software

    6. Select the WPS PIN, and then press the turns off, and then turns on again by itself. OK button. The PIN pop-up appears. \ Samsung Electronics takes no legal 7. Enter the PIN into the WPS PIN entry field in responsibility for any product malfunction...

  • Page 28: Update Now

    To upgrade by USB, follow these steps: 1. Select Support > Software Update > Update now. 1. Visit Samsung's website on a computer and download the update package to a USB 2. An online upgrade downloads and installs the device.

  • Page 29: Media Play

    (HOME) button, select PLAY DISC on product. the upper left of the Home screen, and then \ Backup important files before connecting a press the OK button on the remote. USB device. Samsung is not responsible for damaged or lost files. English...

  • Page 30: Playing Media Content Saved On A Usb Device

    | NOTES | \ Only available with Samsung phones supporting DLNA functionality. \ You may experience compatibility issues when attempting to play media files via a third-party DLNA server.

  • Page 31: Playing A Disc With User Recorded

    Allowing a Connection with a Mobile Device | NOTE | \ Even though the product will display folders for (HOME → Settings → Network → Multimedia all content types, it will only display files of the Device Settings) Content Type you selected in Step 2. To play the media content stored on a mobile For example, if you selected music, you will device, you must allow the connection between...

  • Page 32: Controlling Video Playback

    Media Play Controlling Video Playback You can control the playback of video content located on a Disc, USB, mobile device or PC. Depending on the disc or contents, some of the functions described in this manual may not be available. Buttons on the Remote Control used for Video Playback Using the disc menu, title menu, popup „...

  • Page 33: Using The Settings Menu During Playback

    Using the Settings Menu During 1. Select Chapter Search, Playback and then press the OK button. During playback or in pause mode, press the 2. Use the buttons to TOOLS button. select a chapter, and then Use the buttons to select the press the OK button.
  • Page 34 Media Play Subtitle Audio Sync Lets you set the desired subtitle Select to adjust the audio sync. Settings options. Use to set the desired subtitle Subtitle Lets you repeat a title, chapter, language. Repeat mode or specific section. Lets you view a scene from Lets you set the size of the video another angle.

  • Page 35: Using The Sort By & Options Menus

    Using the Sort by & Options Menus Controlling Music Playback Using the Sort by Menu You can control the playback of music content located on a Disc, USB, mobile device or PC. On a file screen containing video files, select Depending on the disc or contents, some of the and then press the OK button.

  • Page 36: Using The Options Menu During Playback

    Media Play Using the Options Menu During Displays all the music on the Playback Genre media or storage device by genre. On the music file playback screen, use the Displays all the folders on the buttons to select the and then press Folder media or storage device.

  • Page 37: Repeating Tracks On An Audio Cd

    Repeating Tracks on an Audio CD 4. Repeat Step 3 to select and check additional tracks. You can set the product to repeat tracks on an 5. To remove a track from the list, move to the audio CD (CD-DA/MP3). track, and then press the OK button again.

  • Page 38: Ripping

    Media Play Ripping | NOTES | \ This function does not work with DTS Audio 1. Insert a USB device into the USB jack on the CDs. front of the product. \ This function may not be supported by some 2.

  • Page 39: Using The Sort By & Options Menus

    | NOTES | Select to set the picture mode. \ Depending on the disc or storage device, the - Dynamic : Choose this menu may differ. setting to increase Sharpness. \ To enable the Background Music function, the - Standard : Choose this photo file must be in the same storage media as setting for most viewing the music file.

  • Page 40: Send Files

    Media Play Using the Send Function Using the Options Menu On a file screen containing photo files, select the You can upload files to a Network Device, or a and then press the OK button. device. 1. With the videos, music or photos file screen Starts the slide show.

  • Page 41: Network Services

    You must open the e-mail Create a Samsung account so you can take and respond as requested to finalise your advantage of all Samsung has to offer on line. account. Set up accounts for each household member so 11.

  • Page 42: Using Samsung Apps

    Most Popular, What’s New and Categories : Select to view and download additional apps. The first time you open the SAMSUNG APPS screen, the Ultra HD Blu-ray Player automatically downloads a group of free apps. Once these apps have been downloaded, they appear on the SAMSUNG APPS screen.

  • Page 43: Starting An Application

    1. Select SAMSUNG APPS on the Home screen, and then press the OK button. | NOTE | 2. On the SAMSUNG APPS screen, use the \ You can also select Cancel, Select All, or Deselect All at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 44: Screen Mirroring

    1. On the MY APPS screen, select an app, and button. then press the OK button for 3 seconds. 3. The Update Samsung Apps screens lists all 2. Select Change View, and then press the OK the apps that have updates available. Select button.

  • Page 45: Using The Web Browser

    TV's resolution is set to the optimal resolution on the far left of the screen. automatically. \ The Web Browser is not compatible with Java http://www.samsung.com 100% http://www.samsung.com New Tab applications.
  • Page 46 You can also To use the keyboard pop-up with your remote, view your browsing history and select a follow these steps: page to revisit. http://www.samsung.com 100% • : Moves to the Home screen of the 100% http://www.samsung.com...

  • Page 47: Using The Setting Menu

    You can turn this function On or Off. Turns the Grabber function on and off. When the Grabber Enable Reset erases the Samsung function is on, you can move a Grabbing / Keyboard's memory. Select web page up and down without...
  • Page 48 Network Services Set as homepage : You can set You can change the PIN using the Reset password for the the Browser's home page. Approved Sites function. See Pop-up Block : Turns the below. Popup Block on and off. Approved Sites feature : Turns Page Block : You can determine the Approved Sites function on whether to block advertisements...

  • Page 49: Linking Your Internet Service Accounts To The Product

    | NOTE | 8. Insert an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc or Blu-ray Disc that supports BD-LIVE. \ Depending on the web site, some of the Web Browser Setting functions may not be 9. Select an item from the list of BD-LIVE service activated.

  • Page 50: Appendix

    • If you select the 16:9 Original, your TV may display 4:3 Pillarbox (black bars on the sides of the picture). BD Wise (Samsung Products only) • When BD Wise is On, the Resolution setting automatically defaults to BD Wise Settings and BD Wise appears in the Resolution menu.
  • Page 51 • Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work. Please refer to the user manual of your TV. • This function is not available if the HDMI cable does not support CEC. • If your Samsung TV has an Anynet+ logo, then it supports the Anynet+ function. English...
  • Page 52 Appendix Selecting the Audio Language • The indicator will not appear on the screen if the BONUSVIEW section does not contain any BONUSVIEW audio settings. • The languages available through the Audio Language function depend on the languages that are encoded on the disc. This function or certain languages may not be available.

  • Page 53: Resolution According To The Contents Type

    Resolution according to the contents type Contents Type Ultra HD Blu-ray E-contents/ DVD Disc Disc/Blu-ray Disc Digital contents Setup BD Wise Resolution of Disc 2160p@60/24 480p@60 Movie Frame : Auto 2160p(1080p)@24 2160p(1080p)@24 2160p(1080p)@24 Auto Max. Resolution of Max. Resolution of TV Max.

  • Page 54: Digital Output Selection

    Appendix Digital Output Selection Bitstream Bitstream Bitstream Setup (Re-encoded (Re-encoded (Unprocessed) DTS) Dolby D) HDMI HDMI HDMI supported HDMI supported Connection supported Optical supported Optical AV receiver or AV receiver or AV receiver AV receiver Optical Optical Up to PCM Re-encoded PCM 2ch PCM 2ch...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before requesting service, please try the following solutions. PROBLEM SOLUTION No operation can be performed with • Check the batteries in the remote control. They may need the remote control. replacing. • Operate the remote control at a distance of no more than 6.1m from the product.
  • Page 56 • If you still cannot resolve the problem, please contact your nearest Samsung authorised service Centre. Play Multimedia on network devices You can see folders shared on • The multimedia list only shows Video, Photo, and Music files.
  • Page 57 PROBLEM SOLUTION Video plays intermittently. • Check if the network is stable. • Check if the network cable is properly connected and if the network is not overloaded. • The wireless connection between the DLNA compatible device and the product is unstable. Check the connection.

  • Page 58: Disc And Format Compatibility

    Appendix Disc and Format Compatibility Disc types and contents your product can play Media Disc Type Details Ultra HD Ultra HD BD-ROM format. Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray Disc 3D Blu-ray BD-ROM or BD-RE/-R recorded in the BD-RE format. Disc VIDEO DVD-VIDEO DVD-RW DVD-VIDEO, recorded DVD+RW/DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R/+R that have been DVD-R...

  • Page 59: Region Code

    Region Code Logos of Discs the product can play Both products and discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match for a disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this product is displayed on the rear panel of the product.

  • Page 60: Supported Formats

    Appendix Supported Formats Supported Video File Formats File Frame rate Bit rate Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec Extension (fps) (Mbps) 4096X2160: H.264 BP/MP/HP 3840X2160: *.avi HEVC 4096x2160 *.mkv (H.265 - *.asf Main, Main10, *.wmv Main4:2:2 10) Dolby Digital *.mp4 LPCM Motion JPEG *.mov...
  • Page 61 ` Limitations - Supports DD+ (Up to 7.1ch) - The DTS LBR codec is supported only for MKV - Even when a file is encoded by a supported / MP4 / TS containers. codec listed in the Video File Support table, the file might not play if its content has a problem.
  • Page 62 Appendix Supported Music File Formats Supported Picture File Formats File File Extension Type Resolution Type Codec Support Range Extension *.jpg 15360x8640 JPEG MPEG1 *.jpeg *.mp3 Audio MPEG *.png 4096x4096 Layer 3 *.bmp 4096x4096 *.m4a *.mpo 15360x8640 *.mpa MPEG4 *.aac Notes on the USB connection Supports up to *.flac FLAC...
  • Page 63 HDD into a wall socket. If the problem continues, contact the USB HDD manufacturer. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss. • Your player does not support NTFS compressed, sparse, or encrypted files.

  • Page 64: Compliance And Compatibility Notice

    • Samsung cannot assure that this player will play every disc bearing the Ultra HD BD-ROM, BD-ROM, BD-RE/-R, DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R and CD-RW/-R logos, and this player may not respond to all operating commands or operate all features of every disc.

  • Page 65: Copy Protection

    BD-ROM Mark and/or BD+ protected contents. To obtain additional information on AACS, BD-ROM Mark, BD+, or this product, please contact SAMSUNG customer care Centre. • Many Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs/Blu-ray Discs/DVDs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your Player directly to your TV, not to a VCR.

  • Page 66: Licences

    CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.
  • Page 67 1999/5/EC. The original Declaration of Conformity may be found at http://www.samsung.com, go to Support > Search Product Support and enter the model name. This equipment may be operated in all EU countries. This equipment may only be used indoors. Wireless Models (excluding the frequency of 5.15GHz-5.35GHz) • Hereby, Samsung Electronics, declares that this equipment is in compliance with the...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications Weight 1.9 kg Dimensions 406.0 (W) X 44.7 (H) X 230.0 (D) mm General Operating Temperature +5°C to +35°C Range Operating Humidity Range 10 % to 75 % Type A USB 3.0 DC output 5V 1A Max. 2D : 2160p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p/480p Video 3D : 1080p, 720p HDMI...
  • Page 69 UNITED KINGDOM EIRE This Samsung product is warranted for the period of 4. This product is not considered to be defective in twelve (12) months from the original date of materials nor workmanship by reason that it purchase, against defective materials and requires adaptation in order to conform to workmanship.
  • Page 70 © 2016 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Country Contact Centre  Web Site Country Contact Centre ...

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