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Samsung DVD-R4000 Operating Instructions Manual

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Region number supported by this unit
Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software
according to where they are sold.
≥The region number of this unit is "1".
≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing "1" or
"ALL".
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DVD VIDEO RECORDER

Operating Instructions

Model No.

Dear customer

Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read
these instructions completely. Please keep this manual for future
reference.
[For\U.S.A.]only]
The warranty can be found on page 56.
[For\Canada]only]
The warranty can be found on page 57.
Para la instalación y las operaciones básicas del
aparato, existe una guía en español en las
páginas 58 a 63.
DVD-R4000
RQT6920-P

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  • Page 1: Dvd Video Recorder

    Region number supported by this unit Region numbers are allocated to DVD players and software according to where they are sold. ≥The region number of this unit is “1”. ≥The unit will play DVDs marked with labels containing “1” or “ALL”.

  • Page 2: Note To Catv System Installer

    CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORM- ANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI- FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR- SELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Please check and identify the supplied accessories. Use numbers indicated in parentheses when asking for replacement parts. Only for U.S.A.: To order accessories contact 1-800-SAMSUNG(1-800-726-7864)www.samsungsupport.com Only for Canada: To order accessories, call the dealer from whom you have made your purchase.

  • Page 5: Step 1 Antenna And Television Connections

    STEP Antenna and television connections Preparation ≥Refer to the television’s operating instructions. ≥Turn the television off and disconnect its AC power supply cord. Television AC power supply cord (included) Connect last. Also connect the AC power supply cords for Audio/Video cable the other equipment.

  • Page 6: Step 2 The Remote Control

    STEP The remote control Batteries R6/LR6, AA, UM-3 ≥Insert so the poles (i and j) match those in the remote control. ≥Do not use rechargeable type batteries. Do not: ≥mix old and new batteries. ≥use different types at the same time. ≥heat or expose to flame.

  • Page 7: Auto Tuning

    Preparation ≥Confirm that the antenna is connected correctly. ≥Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input to suit the connections to this unit. Press [Í, DVD POWER] to turn the unit on. Select Language Seleccione la Lengua Sélection de Langue English Español Français...

  • Page 8: Step 4 Vcr Plusi Guide Channel Settings

    STEP VCR Plusi guide channel settings POWER Í Í VCR Plus+ TV/VIDEO REC MODE REC CANCEL CANCEL SKIP DIRECT NAVIGATOR 3, 4, 2, 1 MENU ENTER ENTER FUNCTIONS PROG/CHECK ADD/DLT OPEN/CLOSE STATUS SETUP AUDIO SETUP ERASE F Rec Set these guide channels so you can use VCR Plusi codes for timer recording.
  • Page 9 Other channel settings Press [SETUP] to show the menus. Press [3, 4] to select “Channel” and press [1]. SETUP Antenna System CATV Auto Channel Setting Channel Caption Channel Preset Channel Caption Set Up Manual Channel Caption Disc VCR Plusi CH Setting Video Audio Display...

  • Page 10: Step 5 Set Up To Match Your Television

    Aspect 4:3 & 480P Aspect 16:9 & 480I On and off Aspect 16:9 & 480P Video input mode Channels Volume [1]. HITACHI MITSUBISHI SAMSUNG GOLDSTAR/LG SAMSUNG – Button [Í, POWER TV] [TV/VIDEO] (Switch [DVD, TV] to “TV”.) [W, X, CH] or Numbered buttons e.g., Channel “5”: [0]...

  • Page 11: Disc Information

    Disc information Discs you can use for recording and play DVD-RAM DVD-R 4.7 GB/9.4 GB, 12 cm (5z) 4.7 GB 12 cm (5z) 2.8 GB, 8 cm (3z) 1.4 GB, 8 cm (3z) for General Ver. 2.0 ≥Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints, dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on the record- ing surface may make it impossible to use the disc for recording.

  • Page 12: Control Reference Guide

    Control reference guide Remote control Í Í < > How to open the remote control Hold both sides of the remote control’s cover to open it. (You can also open it by pressing on the center of it and sliding it down.) DVD-R4000 1 POWER button (Í, DVD (POWER)) .
  • Page 13 Main unit U Power button........7, 14 V Disc tray .

  • Page 14: Recording Television Programs

    Recording television programs Numbered buttons To stop recording Press [∫]. To pause recording Press [;]. Press again to restart recording. Auto power-off The unit switches to standby after about 6 hours in the stop mode. You can turn this feature off or change the time to 2 hours ( page 46, Set Up—Off Timer).

  • Page 15: Inserting Discs

    Inserting discs [RAM] [DVD-R] You can insert a cartridge or non-cartridge disc. Non-cartridge disc Insert label-up. Insert label-up with the arrow facing in. [Note] ≥Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to record/play is facing up. ≥When using 8 cm (3 ) DVD-RAM, remove the disc from the car- tridge and insert it, making sure you align it with the groove.

  • Page 16: Playing Discs

    Playing discs Disc tray Numbered buttons To stop play Press [∫]. ≥When “PLAY” flashes on the display, resume func- tion is active. Press [1] (PLAY) to start play from where you stopped it. To cancel, press [∫] until “PLAY” goes out. (The position is also cleared when you turn the unit off or open the disc tray.) ≥The screen saver may appear when you...

  • Page 17: When A Menu Screen Appears On The Television

    When a menu screen appears on the television [VCD] Switch [DVD, TV] to “DVD” and Press the numbered buttons (0, 1j9) to select an item. e.g., “5”: [0] “15”: [1] [DVD-V] Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select an item and press [ENTER].

  • Page 18: Other Methods Of Play

    Other methods of play Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER Skipping [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3] During play or while paused Press [:] or [9]. ≥Press [82 /6] or [5/9] on the main unit. ≥Each press increases the number of skips. [DVD-V] [VCD] [CD] [MP3]...

  • Page 19: Selecting An Amount Of Time To Skip-Time Slip

    Selecting an amount of time to skip— Time Slip [RAM] [DVD-R] During play Press [TIME SLIP]. Within 5 seconds Press [3, 4] to enter the time and then press [ENTER]. e.g., Go back to 5 minutes Press to change in one-minute units. Press and hold to change in 10-minute units.

  • Page 20: Marking Places To Play Again-Marker

    Marking places to play again—MARKER 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER You can mark positions by pressing [MARKER]. Also use on- screen menus to mark, recall, and clear positions. [RAM] [DVD-R] Mark up to 999 positions. The unit records the markers directly onto the disc and they remain intact even if you remove the disc.

  • Page 21: Using Menus To Play Mp3 Discs

    Using menus to play MP3 discs Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER [MP3] This unit can play MP3 files recorded on CD-R/RW with a computer. Files are treated as tracks and folders are treated as groups. Press [TOP MENU]. Selected group number and name G: Group no.

  • Page 22: Playing While You Are Recording

    Playing while you are recording ∫ Playing from the beginning of the program you are recording—Chasing Play [RAM] Press [1] (PLAY). Play starts from the beginning of the program being recorded. (Time slip indicator lights.) e.g., You are recording a sports program and you want to watch it from the beginning.

  • Page 23: Changing Audio

    Changing audio [RAM] [DVD-V] [VCD] You can change the audio being received or played. Press [AUDIO]. How the type changes depends on when you press the button. ∫ While receiving MTS audio (Multi-channel Television Sound Stereo) Stereo: Main audio (stereo) Secondary audio program (SAP) SAP: Mono: Main audio (monaural)

  • Page 24: Timer Recording

    Timer recording Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER [RAM] [DVD-R] Specify a time to stop recording This is a simple way of specifying a time to stop recording when you are in a hurry or before you go to bed. During recording Press [¥, REC] to select the recording time.

  • Page 25: Manually Programming Timer Recordings

    Manually programming timer recordings You can enter up to 16 programs up to a month in advance. Each daily or weekly program is counted as one program. Press [PROG/CHECK]. TIMER Remaining Recording Time RECORDING No CHANNEL DATE 64 ABC 3/ 26 TUE A line that is New Timer Program ready for...

  • Page 26: Check Programs

    Timer recording Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER [RAM] [DVD-R] Check programs Press [PROG/CHECK]. TIMER RECORDING No CHANNEL SELECT ENTER Icon explanations W The times overlap those in another program. Note the following if times overlap: The program with the earlier start time receives priority. Recording of the program with the later start time starts when the earlier program finishes recording.

  • Page 27: Entering Text

    Entering text Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER [RAM] [DVD-R] This page shows how to enter text for: ≥Program titles for timer recording ( pages 24 and 25) Program titles ( page 32) ≥Play list titles ( page 30) ≥Disc titles ( page 34) You can enter up to: ≥64 characters (DVD-RAM)

  • Page 28: Creating Play Lists

    Creating play lists Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER [RAM] Specify start and end points to create scenes, then specify the order in which they are to be played. These scenes are not recorded separately so this doesn’t use much capacity. You can create a maximum of 99 play lists and 999 scenes.

  • Page 29: Playing Play Lists, Playing Play List Scenes

    Playing play lists While stopped Press [PLAY LIST]. PLAY LIST No DATE TOTAL SCENE 01 10/23 02 10/26 0:07 0 ~ 9 03 10/21 SELECT - - - - ENTER RETURN Press [3, 4] to select the play list and press [ENTER]. ≥You can also select play lists by entering a 2-digit number with the numbered buttons.

  • Page 30: Editing Play Lists

    Editing play lists [RAM] DVD-R4000...
  • Page 31 ∫ Add (maximum of 999 scenes) Press [3, 4, 2, 1] Press [ENTER] to select the place at the start point where you want to of the scene. add the scene and press [ENTER]. Press [3, 4] to select "Next" and press [ENTER]. (Repeat to add other scenes.) ∫...

  • Page 32: Editing Programs

    Editing programs Operation Press [DIRECT NAVIGATOR]. DIRECT NAVIGATOR DATE TIME TITLE EDIT 10 : 00 AM Dinosaur 6/20 WED 6/20 WED 9 : 00 PM Auto action 6/20 WED 11 : 00 PM USJ TOTAL 3 SELECT RETURN ENTER Press [ , ] to select the program.
  • Page 33 Press [2] to select "Erase" and press [ENTER]. The program is erased. The lock symbol Press [2] to set appears when the program is write- protection and press protected. [ENTER]. Press Shorten Segment [ENTER] at the start point of the section SELECT you want to ENTER...

  • Page 34: Disc Setting

    Disc setting Operation While stopped Press [FUNCTIONS]. Press [3, 4, 2, 1] to select "DISC SETTING" and press [ENTER]. DISC SETTING e.g., DVD-RAM DISC SETTING Prog # Free 0 : 42 (SP) Used 0 : 58 Total Mark Enter Title Disc Protection Erase all programs SELECT...
  • Page 35 ≥ Programs longer than 5 minutes are divided into about five-minute chapters. ≥ These DVD-R can be played on other Samsung DVD players, but this is not guaranteed. Play may not be possible due to the player you are using, the DVD-R, or the condition of the recording.

  • Page 36: Using On-Screen Menus

    Using on-screen menus Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER Common procedures Press [DISPLAY]. e.g., DVD-RAM Disc Sound track Play Subtitle Video Audio channel Audio Menu Item Press [3, 4] to select the menu and press [1]. Press [3, 4] to select the item and press [1].

  • Page 37: Play Menu, Audio Menu

    Play menu e.g., DVD-RAM Disc Repeat play Play † † † † † † † † † † Marker 1s10 Video Audio Item Each time you press [3, 4]: Repeat play [RAM] [DVD-R] PRG: Program Play list ([RAM]) [VCD] [CD] Track To cancel: Select “OFF”.

  • Page 38: Video Menu

    Using on-screen menus Video menu Not available when playing CDs and MP3 discs. [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] [VCD] Disc Picture Play MPEG-DNR Video Audio Item Normal: Default setting Picture Soft picture with fewer video Soft: artifacts Details are sharper Fine: Cinema: Mellows movies, enhances detail in dark scenes.

  • Page 39: On-Screen Displays

    On-screen displays Display examples a Disc indication DVD-RAM b Audio type ( page 23) Shows the selected audio type. ≥During reception PLAY Stereo: Stereo is selected Mono: Monaural is selected e.g., DVD-RAM SAP: (“((” appears when the type you have selected is actually being received.) ≥During play LR, R, L:...

  • Page 40: Home Theater

    Home Theater Refer to the relevant pages for details. Enjoying CATV/Satellite broadcasts What you want to do Enjoying CATV/Sat- ellite broadcasts Enjoying more powerful sound Enjoying 5.1- channel surround sound with Dolby Digital and DTS Enjoying stereo or Dolby Pro Logic Other uses Record to digital recording equipment or cassette deck ( page 42) Record from a video cassette recorder ( page 15)

  • Page 41: Connecting A Cable Tv Box/Satellite Receiver

    ≥The equipment connections described are examples. ≥Peripheral equipment and optional cables sold separately unless otherwise indicated. ≥Before connection, turn off all equipment and read the appropriate operating instructions. ≥The signal from the cable TV box or satellite receiver passes through this unit to the television even when this unit is turned off. Connecting a cable TV box/satellite receiver You need to subscribe to a cable TV or satellite TV service, to enjoy viewing their programming.

  • Page 42: Connecting An Amplifier Or System Component

    Home Theater Connecting an amplifier or system component This model can play Dolby Digital, but only in two channels. This model does not have a DTS decoder. You must connect a unit with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder to enjoy surround sound. Digital connection To enjoy multi-channel surround sound...

  • Page 43: Connecting Other Video Equipment

    Connecting other video equipment Connecting to the L2 input terminals on the front of the unit This unit yellow white red § S video cable yellow white red Other video equipment Connect to the video and audio output terminals. By using the S video cable instead of the yellow video cable you §...

  • Page 44: Other Antenna Connections

    Other antenna connections Other antenna connection to the unit Use one of the following connections to suit the antenna lead. ∫ A single twin lead from the antenna (Flat) Twin lead 300 ≠ cable ∫ A twin lead and a coaxial cable from the antenna VHF/UHF band mixer (Flat)

  • Page 45: Changing The Remote Control Code

    Changing the remote control code Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER While stopped Press [SETUP] to show the menus. SETUP Auto Channel Setting Channel Caption Channel Preset Channel Caption Set Up Manual Channel Caption Disc Video VCR Plusi CH Setting Audio Display TV Screen...

  • Page 46: Changing The Unit's Settings

    Changing the unit’s settings Summary of settings This chart shows the initial settings for this unit. See page 48 for details on menu operation. ≥Underlined items are the factory presets. Tabs Channel Antenna System ( page 7) Select to suit the type of antenna you are using. Channels are set corresponding to the antenna system you select.
  • Page 47 Tabs Menus Video Still Mode Select the type of picture shown when you pause play. Black Level Control Select normal, lighter or darker for adjusting the black level control to the desired setting for picture enhancement. Audio PLAY & Audio during Search [RAM] [DVD-R] [DVD-V] Choose whether to have sound during the first level of fast- forward.

  • Page 48: Common Procedures

    Changing the unit’s settings Numbered buttons 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER Language code list Abkhazian: 6566 Chinese: Afar: 6565 Corsican: Afrikaans: 6570 Croatian: Albanian: 8381 Czech: Ameharic: 6577 Danish: Arabic: 6582 Dutch: Armenian: 7289 English: Assamese: 6583 Esperanto: Aymara: 6588 Estonian: Azerbaijani: 6590 Faroese:...

  • Page 49: Clock Settings

    Clock settings Preparation If you connect the unit through a cable TV box or DSS receiver ( page 41), tune to your local PBS station before starting auto clock setting. Use manual clock setting if auto clock setting does not work or if there is no local PBS channel in your area. Press [SETUP] to show the menus.

  • Page 50: Glossary, Disc Handling

    Glossary Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 chan- nel) before it is decoded into its various channels. CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) CPRM is the copyright protection technology that is used to protect broadcasts that are allowed to be recorded only once (e.g.

  • Page 51: Error Messages

    Error messages On the television ≥You haven’t inserted a disc. Correctly insert a disc that this unit can use. No disc. ≥The disc is upside down. If it is a single-sided disc, insert it so the label is facing up. ≥The unit cannot record on the disc you inserted.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting Guide

    Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA,INC. -SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsungusa.com...
  • Page 53 Sound ≥Check the connections. Check the input mode on the amplifier if you have connected one. No sound. Low volume. ≥Turn V.S.S. off if it causes distortion. Distorted sound. ≥Press [AUDIO] to select the desired audio type. Cannot hear the desired audio type.

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Product information For product information or assistance with product operation: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. -CONSUMER ELECTRONICS CUSTOMER SERVICE 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsungusa.com...

  • Page 55: Specifications

    Specifications DVD video recording standards Recording system: (DVD-RAM), DVD video standards (DVD-R) System with 1 lens, 2 integration Optical pick-up: units (662 nm wavelength for DVDs, 790 nm wavelength for CDs) 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB DVD-RAM discs Recordable discs: 12 cm (5q) 9.4 GB DVD-RAM discs 8 cm (3q) 2.8 GB DVD-RAM discs 12 cm (5q) 4.7 GB DVD-R discs...

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty (Only For U.s.a.)

    SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge with new or reconditioned parts, if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. The product must be returned during the warranty period with transportation charges prepaid to SAMSUNG’s designated service center.

  • Page 57: Limited Warranty (Only For Canada)

    Limited Warranty (ONLY FOR CANADA) Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.(SECA), warrants that this product is free from defective material and workmanship. SECA further warrants that if this porduct falls to operate properly within the specified warranty period and the failure is due to improper workmanship or defective materials, SECA will repair or replace the product at its option.

  • Page 58: Instalación Básica

    Instalación básica Conexiones del televisor y de la antena Televisor Cable de alimentación de CA (incluido) Conecte por último. Conecte también los cables de alimentación de CA para el otro equipo. A la toma de CA del hogar (CA 120 V, 60 Hz) Ventilador de refrigeración 3, 4, 2, 1 ENTER...

  • Page 59: Guía Vcr Plus+ Para Ajuste De Canales

    Guía VCR Plusi para ajuste de canales Ajuste esta guía de canales de manera que pueda utilizar los códigos i VCR Plus para la grabación con temporizador. Pulse [SETUP] para visualizar los menús. Pulse para “Canal” y pulse [1]. Pulse [3, 4] para seleccionar “VCR Plusr Ajuste canal”...

  • Page 60: Grabación De Programas De Televisión

    Grabación de programas de televisión Bandeja del disco Botones numerados Para detener la grabación Pulse [∫]. Para hacer una pausa en la grabación Pulse [;]. Vuelva a pulsar para reanudar la grabación. Apagado automático El aparato pasa al modo en espera después de aproximadamente 6 horas en el modo de parada.

  • Page 61: Introducción De Discos

    Introducción de discos [RAM] [DVD-R] Puede introducir un disco con o sin estuche. Disco sin estuche Introduzca la etiqueta mirando hacia arriba. Introduzca la etiqueta mirando hacia arriba y con la fecha hacia el interior. [Note] ≥Cargue discos de doble cara de manera que la etiqueta de la cara que desee grabar/reproducir quede mirando hacia arriba.

  • Page 62: Reproducción De Discos

    Reproducción de discos Bandeja del disco Botones numerados Para detener la reproducción Pulse [∫]. ≥Cuando “PLAY” parpadea en el visualizador, se está activando la función de reanudación. Pulse [1] (PLAY) para iniciar la reproducción desde la posición en que la detuvo. Para cancelar la función, pulse [∫] hasta que se apague “PLAY”...

  • Page 63: Cuando Aparece Una Pantalla De Menús En El Televisor

    Cuando aparece una pantalla de menús en el televisor [VCD] Interruptor [DVD, TV] a “DVD” y Pulse los botones numerados (0, 1j9) para seleccionar un elemento. por ejemplo., “5”: “15”: [1] [DVD-V] Pulse [3, 4, 2, 1] para seleccionar un elemento y pulse [ENTER].

  • Page 64: Index

    Index Angle ......36 Antenna system ....7 Audio attribute .

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