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Samsung DVD-V940K Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual DVD-V940K STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE PAL/NTSC www.samsungvcr.com...

  • Page 2: Remote Control Overview

    Remote Control Overview STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE KARAOKE SEARCH KARAOKE VOLUME PROG / TRK...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Foreword Safety Instructions ..... 3 Disc Type and Characteristics ... . 4 DVD-VCR Overviews Front View of the DVD-VCR .

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions The following illustrations represent precautions. The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. DO NOT OPEN THE DVD-VCR. Refer to service personnel. 40°C 5°C Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature conditions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extreme humidity conditions (less than 10% and more than 75%).

  • Page 5: Disc Type And Characteristics

    Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Disc Size Audio Video VIDEO-CD Audio Video AUDIO-CD Audio * DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.)

  • Page 6: Front View Of The Dvd-Vcr

    RF OUT TO TV LINE IN 1 LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE) Accessories You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (DVD-VCR). Together with your DVD-VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box. REMOTE CONTROL AUDIO & VIDEO &...

  • Page 7: Display Indicators

    Display Indicators The DVD Deck is active A DVD, CD, VCD, or SVCD is loaded The time, counter position, time remaining or current deck status is displayed VHS tape is inserted The VCR Deck is active A Timer Recording is programmed or in progress. Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote...

  • Page 8: Connecting Dvd-Vcr To The Tv Using The Av Cable

    Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the AV Cable You can connect your DVD-VCR to the television using the AV cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus: Obtain better quality sound and pictures Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD-VCR Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.

  • Page 9: Plug & Auto Set Up

    Plug & Auto Set up Your DVD-VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will then be ready for use. Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 6.

  • Page 10: Deck Control Keys

    Deck Control Keys The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck. STANDBY/ON Button Press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control or front panel to turn on the DVD-VCR. DVD Button Press the DVD button on the remote control when you want to control the DVD deck.

  • Page 11: Copying From Dvd To Vcr

    Copying from DVD to VCR The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape with a press of the COPY button. If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc.

  • Page 12: Presetting The Stations Automatically

    Presetting the Stations Automatically You do not need to preset the stations if you have already set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on page 8). Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts. You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can be done: Plug &...

  • Page 13: Presetting The Stations Manually

    Presetting the Stations Manually You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding buttons to select the ❷...

  • Page 14: Clearing A Preset Station

    Clearing a Preset Station If you have stored a TV station: That you do not require At the wrong programme position you can cancel it. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding buttons to select ❷...

  • Page 15: Selecting The Rf Out Sound Mode (G-K)

    Changing the Preset Station Table To change the programme number assigned to a station press the OK button on the remote control. (For example, To move a TV station in programme 1 to programme 3) Press the buttons to select required position. ❷...

  • Page 16: Selecting The Colour Mode

    Selecting the Colour Mode Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard. When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD-VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your TV. If your TV is a PAL system only TV, set NTPB.

  • Page 17: Intelligent Picture Control

    Intelligent Picture Control The Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own preferences. During playback, press the MENU button on the remote control. ❿ Press the OK or Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding buttons to select ❷...

  • Page 18: Selecting The Cassette Type

    Selecting the Cassette Type If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. After pressing the MENU press the corresponding buttons to select the VCR option. ❷...

  • Page 19: Recording A Programme Immediately

    Recording a Programme Immediately Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corresponding station (unless you are recording via an external video source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 11 and 12. Switch on the television. To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television channel reserved for use with your DVD-VCR (or the AV input if used).

  • Page 20: Using The Timer Programming Feature

    Using the Timer Programming Feature The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD-VCR to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset. Before presetting a recording, check that the date and time are correct.

  • Page 21: Cancelling A Preset Recording

    Cancelling a Preset Recording You can cancel any programmes that are: Incorrect No longer required Press TIMER on the remote control. Result: The Timer Programming is displayed. Press the CLEAR button to cancel the selected programme. Result: All the recording information is deleted and the broadcast will not be recorded.

  • Page 22: Playing A Cassette In Slow Motion

    Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion You can play a cassette in slow motion. No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow motion. Press: ❿ to start playing the cassette ❿ button one more time to make still mode. ❿...

  • Page 23: Searching For A Specific Sequence

    Searching for a Specific Sequence Each time you record a cassette on this DVD-VCR, an “index” is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a specific index and start playback from that point.

  • Page 24: Using The Tape Counter

    Using the Tape Counter The tape counter: Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (hours, minutes and seconds) Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you must indicate the type of cassette being used.

  • Page 25: Recording From Another Vcr Or Camcorder

    Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder You can copy a cassette to your DVD-VCR from another video source, such as another VCR or a camcorder. It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form without the permission of the owners of the corresponding copyright.

  • Page 26: Choosing A Connection

    Choosing a Connection The following show examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD -VCR player with a TV and other components. It is only available for DVD. The VCR out can not watch by this connection. Connection to Connection to a an Audio System Dolby Digital...

  • Page 27: Using The Subtitle Language

    Setting Up the Language Features Using the Audio Language 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using , buttons, then OK or ❷ 3 Select Language Setup using ❿ press the OK or button.

  • Page 28: Setting Up The Audio Options

    Setting Up the Audio Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using buttons, then OK or ❷ Setup Setup Display Setup Setup 3 Select Audio Setup using ❷ ❿ the OK or button.

  • Page 29: Setting Up The Display Options

    Setting Up the Display Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using buttons, then OK or ❷ button. Setup Setup Display Setup Setup 3 Select Display Setup using ❷ ❿ press the OK or button.

  • Page 30: Setting Up The Parental Control

    Setting Up the Parental Control The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating - which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 31: Special Playback Features

    Special Playback Features During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ❿ button. 1 Still Press the ❿ button on the remote control during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. •...

  • Page 32: Component Connections (For Dvd)

    It is a set of jacks that can provide sharp and clear picture quality by using twice the number of fields of lines than component output. 1 Connect the component output of the DVD player to your TV set. Use the component cable to connect the component output on the back panel of the DVD- VCR to the component input of your TV.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Aspect Ratio (Ez View)

    Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) To play back using aspect ratio (DVD) 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 DVD menu.

  • Page 34: Using The Display Function

    Using the Display Function When Playing a DVD/VCD/CD 1 During play, press the INFO. button on the remote. 2 Use the buttons to select the desired item. ❷ ➛, ❿ 3 Use the buttons to make the desired setup. • You may use the number buttons of the remote control to directly access a title, chapter or to start the playback from the desired time.

  • Page 35: Changing The Camera Angle

    Changing the Camera Angle Using the ANGLE button When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. Press the ANGLE button to see if an ANGLE ) mark is present at the upper Right hand corner of the screen.

  • Page 36: Repeat Play

    Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. When playing a DVD 1 Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. 2 Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the •...

  • Page 37: Using The Mark Function

    Using the Mark Function This feature lets you mark sections of a DVD or VCD (MENU OFF mode) so you can quickly find them at a later time. Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) 1 During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Mark icons will be displayed.
  • Page 38 You should note that certain technologies and methods for MP3 file recording on CD-Rs prevent optimal playback of these files on your DVD player (degraded sound quality and in some cases, inability of the player to read the files).

  • Page 39: Program Play & Random Play

    Program Play & Random Play Program Play (CD/MP3/WMA) 1 Press the MODE button. ➛, ❿ 2 Use the buttons to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. PROGRAM RANDOM / ➛, ❿ 3 Use the buttons to select the first ❷ track to add to the program.
  • Page 40 Picture CD Playback 1 Open the disc tray. 2 Load the disc on the tray. Load the disc with the labeled side up. 3 Close the tray. - The tray closes and you should get a screen that looks like the one below. •...

  • Page 41: Divx/Xvid/Mpeg4 Special Playback Features

    DivX/XviD/MPEG4 Special Playback Features During DivX/XviD/MPEG4 playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ❿ button. 1 Still Press the ❿ button on the remote control during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. •...

  • Page 42: Divx/Xvid/Mpeg4 Playback

    Audio. • Video compatibility : All versions of DivX later than , or • Audio compatibility : MP3s encoded at bitrates from • In addition, for subtitles, Samsung will support Text format (SMI). ENG-41 SPEC XviD WMV(?) WMV V1/V2/V3/V7...

  • Page 43: Beginning Karaoke Functions

    Beginning Karaoke Functions 1 Connect the Mixed Audio Out terminals with the TV or AMP. 2 Press the STANDBY/ON button. 3 Connect Mic into Mic 1 or Mic 2 jack. Then the karaoke mode is transferred to ON mode. - To disconnect the Mic makes the karaoke mode transfer to OFF mode automatically.

  • Page 44: Cancellation Of Reservation

    Cancellation of reservation 1 Cancel by pressing the CLEAR button of the remote. - The last reserved song will be erased first. 2 Continuous pressing of the CLEAR button can cancel the next reserved song. 3 If the reservation is required again, input the song number in the flickering part.

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Rated voltage Power consumption Weight General Size Operating ambient temperature Installation conditions Video input (Rear) Input Audio input (Rear) Mic (front) RF out Audio (DVD, VCR) Output Audio (DVD only) Video (DVD, VCR) Video (DVD only) Tape format Color system Tuning system Video S/N...

  • Page 46: Problems And Solutions (Vcr)

    Problems and Solutions (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. Problem No power You cannot insert a video cassette The television programme was not recorded Timer recording was unsuccessful No playback picture or the picture...

  • Page 47: Troubleshooting Guide (Dvd)

    Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Before requesting service (troubleshooting) Problem Disc does not play. 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. icon appears on screen. Playback mode differs from the Setup Menu selection. The screen ratio cannot be changed. No audio. Forgot password If you experience other problems.

  • Page 48: Schematic Diagrams

    ◆ Schematic Diagrams S.M.P.S. Power Drive Display/Function System Control/Servo Hi-Fi A2/NICAM TM (China/Hong Kong Only) Input-Output Karaoke DVD AV Decoder DVD Servo DVD Audio/Video ◆ NOTE For schematic Diagram - Resistors are in ohms, 1/8W unless otherwise noted. Special note : Most semiconductor devices are electrostatically sensitive and therefore require the special handling techniques described under the “electrostatically sensitive (ES) devices”...
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