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Samsung HT-Z510 User Manual

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  • Page 2 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG IN THE US www.samsung.com/us 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, (7267864) NJ 07660-0511 Code No. AH68-02048C (0.0)

  • Page 3: User Manual

    HT-Z510 HT-TZ512 Digital Home Theater System user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
  • Page 4 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Function Anynet+ is a function that can be used to operate the main unit using a Samsung TV remote control, by connecting the Home Theater to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. (This is only available with SAMSUNG TV's that support Anynet+.)

  • Page 5: What's Included

    WHAT’S INCLUDED Check for the supplied accessories below. Video Cable FM Antenna (AH39-40001V) ( AH42-00017A ) SWA-4000 Wireless Receiver Module iPod Dock Package User's Manual ( AH97-02650A ) ( AH68-02048C ) TX Card (AH81-04177J) Remote Control ( AH59-01907F ) ASC microphone...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    FCC NOTE (for U.S.A): This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 7: Precautions

    (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4 inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack anything on top of the player. Do not place the player on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    SAfETY INfORmATION gETTINg STARTED DESCRIPTION REmOTE CONTROL CONNECTIONS bEfORE USINg YOUR hOmE fEATURES What’s included Safety Warnings Important Safety Instructions Precautions Before Reading the User’s Manual Playable Discs Do not use the following types of disc! Copy Protection 10 Disc Type and Characteristics 11 Front Panel 12 Display 13 Rear Panel 14 Tour of the Remote Control 16 Setting the Remote Control 18 Connecting the Speakers 23 Connecting the Wireless Receiving Amplifier 25 Connecting the Video Out to your TV...
  • Page 9 SYSTEm SETUP CONVENIENT fUNCTION TROUbLEShOOTINg USb hOST fEATURE SUPPORTED PRODUCTS APPENDIx 52 Setting the Language 53 Setting TV Screen Type 54 Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) 54 Setting the Password 55 Setting The Wallpaper 55 To Select one of the 3 Wallpaper Settings you've made 56 DVD Playback Mode 56 Setting the Speaker Mode 57 Setting the Delay Time 58 Setting the Test Tone 58 Setting the Audio 59 Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) 60 Setting the AV SYNC 60 Setting the HDMI Audio...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting. (See pages 70~71) Copyright ©2008 Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd. All rights reserved; No part or whole of this user’s manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd. Definition This involves a function available with DVD or DVD-R/DVD-RW discs that have been recorded and finalized in Video Mode.

  • Page 11: Playable Discs

    COPY PrOTECTION Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD player directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

  • Page 12: Disc Type And Characteristics

    If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to begin playback and not all of the recorded files may be played. For files encoded in Variable Bit Rate (VBR) format, i.e. files encoded in both low bit rate and high bit rate (e.g., 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps), the sound may skip during playback.

  • Page 13: Description

    BUTTON STOP BUTTON PLAY/PAUSE ( ) BUTTON FUNCTION DISC CHANGE FUNCTION VOLUME 13 1 TUNING UP & SKIP ( ) BUTTON OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON VOLUME CONTROL DIRECT PLAY 1~5 BUTTONS DISC CHANGE BUTTON DISC CHANGE VOLUME POWER( ) BUTTON PHONES JACK...

  • Page 14: Display

    DISC INDICATOR DVD INDICATOR CD INDICATOR 10 11 USB INDICATOR DTS DISC INDICATOR REPEAT INDICATOR DSP INDICATOR ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) INDICATOR SYSTEM STATUS DISPLAY 13 1 15 1 RADIO FREQUENCY INDICATOR DOLBY DIGITAL INDICATOR PRO LOGIC INDICATOR LPCM INDICATOR...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel

    HDMI OUT JACK COOLING FAN SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTORS Connect an XM Antenna to the XM Antenna Jack on the rear of this unit. The TX card enables communication between the main unit and the wireless receiver amplifi er. Connect the iPod dock connector here.

  • Page 16: Remote Control

    TOUr OF THE rEMOTE CONTrOL...
  • Page 17 Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity : (+) to (+) and (–) to (–). Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage.

  • Page 18: Setting The Remote Control

    The remote control may not work on some brands of TVs. Also, some operations may not be possible depending on your brand of TV. If you do not set the remote control with the code for your brand of TV, the remote control will work on a Samsung TV by default.
  • Page 19 Crown Curtis Mates 59, 61, 63 Daewoo 02, 03, 04, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 48, 59, 90 Daytron Dynasty 03, 15, 40, 46, 59, 61, 64, 82, 83, 84, 85...

  • Page 20: Connections

    Center Speaker It is best to install it at the same height as the front speakers. You can also install it directly over or under the TV. rear Speakers Place these speakers behind your listening position. If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other.

  • Page 21: Speaker Components

    Front / rear & Center Speakers Cradle Stand and Wall Mount Installation Speaker Components HT-Z510 rear L (aH81-03845G) R (aH81-03845M) Front Center L (aH81-03845e) (aH81-03845F) R (aH81-03845L) Installing the Cradle Stand 1. Insert the stand so that it fi ts into the hole as described in the fi gure.
  • Page 22 (Turning it count-clock wise will loosen from the hole.) 5. Use the wall mount hole (bracket) to install the speaker on the wall. To avoid accident fall and consequent damage to the customer and speaker, make sure the speaker is hung safely. <Front/rear> <Center>...
  • Page 23 Make sure that the speaker is installed on a fl at and stable area. Otherwise it may be easily knocked over. How to Install the Speaker on the Stand Base (HT-TZ512 only) Connect the SPEAKEr with the STAND BASE. Insert the SCrEW into the hole on the rear of the speaker using a screwdriver as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 24 * To connect the rear speakers, refer to page 23. Do not let children play with or near the speakers. They could get hurt if a speaker falls. When connecting the speaker wires to the speakers, make sure that the polarity (+/ –) is correct.
  • Page 25 CONNECTINg THE rEAr SPEAKErS TO THE WIrELESS rECEIVINg AMPLIFIEr Wireless receiving Module (SWA-4000) HT-Z510 Rear Speaker (L) WIRELESS RECEIVER MODULE HT-TZ512 Rear Speaker (L) WIRELESS RECEIVER MODULE Center Speaker Rear Speaker (R) Subwoofer Center Speaker Rear Speaker (R) Subwoofer Front Speaker (R)

  • Page 26: Connecting The Wireless Receiving Amplifier

    "ID SET" button on the back of the unit for 5 seconds. Do not insert any other card except the TX card dedicated to the product. If a different TX card is used, the product may be damaged or the card may not be removed easily.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Video Out To Your Tv

    Choose one of the three methods for connecting to a TV. METHOD 1 : HDMI Connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the DVD Home Theater to the HDMI IN jack on your TV.
  • Page 28 - If your Samsung TV has an - If you turn on the player and insert a disc, the player will start playing the disc, and the TV will turn on automatically and switch to HDMI mode. - If you turn on the player and press the Play button with a disc already inserted, the TV will immediately turn on and switch to HDMI mode.

  • Page 29: Hdmi Function

    Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV's remote control, Anynet + can be used by connecting this Home Theater to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. This is only available with SAMSUNG TVs that support Anynet+.

  • Page 30: Connecting An Ipod

    CONNECTINg AN iPod You can listen to the audio from an iPod through the main unit. For iPod operation with this Home Theater, see pages 29 and 49. Connect the iPod dock connector to the iPod jack on the DVD home theater.
  • Page 31 (8GB, 16GB) The provided dock insert includes 5 different types. Check the dock insert for the iPod model name on its rear side before use. (The dock insert for Classic 160 GB has the model name on the bottom.)

  • Page 32: Connecting Audio From External Components

    Press the AUX button on the remote control to select AUX1 input. You can also use the FUNCTION button on the main unit. The mode switches as follows : DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX 1 ➞ AUX 2 ➞ USB ➞ OSD iPOD ➞ FM ➞ XM. Audio Cable (not supplied)
  • Page 33 AUX2 : Connecting an External Analog Component Analog signal components such as a VCR. Connect AUX IN 2 (Audio) on the Home Theater to the Audio Out of the external analog component. Be sure to match connector colors. Press the AUX button on the remote control to select AUX 2 input.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Fm Antenna

    Make sure the unit is well-ventilated. If the unit has poor ventilation, the temperature inside the unit may rise and may damage it. Do not obstruct the cooling fan or ventilation holes. (If the cooling fan or ventilation holes are covered with a newspaper or cloth, heat may build up inside the unit and fire may result.)

  • Page 35: Connecting The Optional Xm Satellite Radio Antenna

    CONNECTINg THE OPTIONAL XM SATELLITE rADIO ANTENNA AND rECEIVEr Connect an XM Antenna and Receiver (not supplied) to the XM Antenna Jack on the rear of this unit. ANTENNA South To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal, the XM Antenna should be placed at or near a southerly facing window with nothing obstructing its path to the sky.

  • Page 36: Before Using Your Home Theater

    The DVD Home Theater's remote can be used to control Samsung TVs. Plug the main unit's power cord into the AC power supply. Press the DVD rECEIVEr button to operate the DVD Home Theater. Press the FUNCTION button on the main unit or DVD button on the remote to enable DVD/CD playback.

  • Page 37: Playback

    If the PLAY ( ) button or ENTEr button is pressed, playback resumes from the stop position. (This function works only with DVDs.) If pressed twice, STOP is displayed, and if the PLAY ( ) button is pressed, playback starts from the beginning.

  • Page 38: Mp3/Wma-Cd Playback

    Table of contents of a MP3-CD varies depending on the MP3/WMA track format recorded on the disc. To play a fi le icon in the screen, Press the Cursor ,,, button when it is in Stop mode and select a desired icon from the top part of the menu. button to stop playback.

  • Page 39: Jpeg File Playback

    JPEg FILE PLAYBACK Images captured with a digital camera or camcorder, or JPEG fi les on a PC can be stored on a CD and then played back with this Home Theater. Slide Mode Place the JPEG disc on the disc tray.

  • Page 40: Divx Playback

    [ button, if there are over 2 fi les in the disc. Fast Playback During playback, press the (,) button. To play back the disc at a faster speed, press the ( or ) button during playback. Each time you press either button, the playback speed will change as follows: 2x ➞...
  • Page 41 You must have some experience with video extraction and editing in order to use this feature properly. To use the caption function, save the caption fi le (*.smi) in the same fi le name as that of the DivX media fi le (*.avi) within the same folder.

  • Page 42: Using The Playback Function

    CD display Checking the remaining Time Press the rEMAIN button. For checking the total and remaining time of a title or chapter being played. Each time the remain button is pressed TITLE ELAPSED ➞ TITLE rEMAIN ➞ CHAPTEr ELAPSED ➞ CHAPTEr rEMAIN DVD-VIDEO grOUP ELAPSED ➞...
  • Page 43 ( 2X ➞ ( 4X ➞ ( 8X ➞ ( 32X ➞  PLAY ) 2X ➞ ) 4X ➞ ) 8X ➞ ) 32X ➞  PLAY During fast playback of a CD or MP3-CD, sound is heard only at 2x speed, and not at 4x, 8x, and 32x speeds.
  • Page 44 TITLE : Repeatedly plays the selected title. grOUP : Repeatedly plays the selected group. rANDOM : Plays tracks in random order. (A track that has already been played may be played again.) TrACK : Repeatedly plays the selected track. DIr : Repeatedly plays all tracks in the selected folder.
  • Page 45 Press the ENTEr button at the end of the desired segment. The specifi ed segment will be played repeatedly. d To return to normal playback, press the Cursor , button to select The A-B Repeat function does not operate with DivX, MP3 or JPEG discs.

  • Page 46: Angle Function

    Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: 1/3 ➞ 2/3 ➞ The Angle function works only with discs on which multiple angles have been recorded. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image.

  • Page 47: Bonus Group

    When you play a DVD-Audio disc that has a bonus group, the key number input screen appears automatically. If you eject the disc, switch the power off, or unplug the player, you will need to re-enter the key number. Navigating Pages During playback, press the .,, button on the remote control.
  • Page 48 EN 01/03 ➞ SP 02/03 ➞ Fr 03/03 ➞ OFF/03 ➞ EN 01/03 To operate this function, you can also press the AUDIO or SUBTITLE buttons on the remote control. Depending on the disc, the Subtitle and Audio Language functions may not be available.
  • Page 49 To move a folder, press the STOP Cursor , button. You can press the [,] button on the remote control to move directly to the desired title, chapter, or track. Depending on the disc, you may not be able to move to the selected title or time.
  • Page 50 USINg THE PLAYBACK FUNCTION Using the Title Menu For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. Depending on the disc, the availability of this feature may vary. In Stop mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 51: Using The Ipod

    File information including the artist name, album name, music title and genre will be displayed according to the ID3 Tag information on the appropriate music fi le. Now Playing : Plays a recently played fi le or moves to the playback screen of the current fi le. Artists : To play by artist.

  • Page 52: Playing Media Files Using The Usb Host Feature

    PLAYINg MEDIA FILES USINg THE USB HOST FEATUrE You can enjoy media fi les such as pictures, movies and music saved on an MP3 player (except iPod), USB memory stick or digital camera in high quality video with 5.1 channel Home Theater sound by connecting the storage device to the USB port of the Home Theater.
  • Page 53 Digital Cameras that use PTP protocol or require additional program installation when connected to a PC are not supported. A device using NTFS fi le system is not supported. (The system supports only the FAT fi le system and will not play a movie in larger than 1 GB in USB mode.) Some MP3 players, when connected to this product, may not operate depending on the sector size of their fi le system.

  • Page 54: System Setup

    For your convenience, you can set this DVD Home Theater's features for the best use in your home environment. SETTINg THE LANgUAgE OSD(On-Screen Display) language is set to English by default. In Stop mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 55: Setting Tv Screen Type

    Adjusting the TV Aspect ratio (Screen Size) The horizontal to vertical screen size ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while that of widescreen and high definition TVs is 16:9. This ratio is called the aspect ratio. When playing DVDs recorded in different screen sizes, you should adjust the aspect ratio to fit your TV or monitor.

  • Page 56: Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level)

    SETTINg PArENTAL CONTrOLS (rATINg LEVEL) Use this to restrict playback of adult or violent DVDs you do not want children to view. In Stop mode, press the MENU button. Press the Cursor % button to move to Setup and then press the ENTEr button.

  • Page 57: Setting The Wallpaper

    SETTINg THE WALLPAPEr While watching a DVD or JPEG CD, you can set the image you like as background wallpaper. During playback, press the PAUSE button when an image you like appears. Press the LOgO button. COPY LOgO DATA will be displayed on the TV screen.

  • Page 58: Dvd Playback Mode

    Powering off the main unit will automatically switch to the DVD Audio mode. DviX (r) registration Please use the Registration code to register this player with the DivX (R) video on demand format. To learn more, go to www.divx.com/vod. SETTINg THE SPEAKEr MODE Signal outputs and frequency responses from the speakers will automatically be adjusted according to your speaker configuration and whether certain speakers are used or not.

  • Page 59: Setting The Delay Time

    5. Press the Cursor , to set the Delay time. You can set the delay time for C between 00 and 05mSEC and for SL and SR between 00 and 15mSEC. d Press the rETUrN button to return to the previous level.

  • Page 60: Setting The Test Tone

    Press the Cursor % button to move to TEST TONE and then press the ENTEr button. The test tone will be sent to L ➞ C ➞ r ➞ Sr ➞ SL ➞ SW in order. If the ENTEr button is pressed again at this time, the test tone will stop.

  • Page 61: Setting The Drc (Dynamic Range Compression)

    The sound gets louder as you move closer to +6dB and quieter as you get closer to -6dB. SETTINg THE DrC (DYNAMIC rANgE COMPrESSION) This feature balances the range between the loudest and quietest sounds. You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night.

  • Page 62: Setting The Av Sync

    SETTINg THE AV SYNC Video may look slower than the audio if it is connected to a digital TV. If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time to match the video. In Stop mode, press the MENU button.

  • Page 63: Sound Field (Dsp)/Eq Function

    SOUND FIELD (DSP)/EQ FUNCTION DSP(Digital Signal Processor) : DSP modes have been designed to simulate different acoustic environments. EQ : You can select ROCK, POP, or CLASSIC to optimize the sound for the genre of music you are playing Press the DSP/EQ button.

  • Page 64: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Effect

    Press P.BASS button and "POWER BASS ON" will be displayed on the screen. The P.bass does not work with DSP/EQ or DOLBY PRO LOGIC ll modes. If you press P.BASS in the DSP/EQ mode, the DSP/EQ mode is automatically shut off and the P. BASS function comes on.

  • Page 65: Asc (Auto Sound Calibration) Setup

    SW: S ubWooFer ASC SETUP can be made when there is no disc in the unit, or it is in Stop mode with a DVD/CD inserted. Because the volume level of the tone is fixed during the ASC setup, you cannot adjust the volume using the volume control buttons.
  • Page 66 The selection alternates between ASC ON and ASC OFF in the display. If you select "ASC ON", you will hear sound in the ASC mode. If you select "ASC OFF", you will hear sound in the mode set in the audio setting of the setup screen.

  • Page 67: Radio

    Press the MO/ST button to listen in Mono/Stereo. • Each time the button is pressed, the sound switches between STEREO and MONO. • In a poor reception area, select MONO for a clear, interference-free broadcast.

  • Page 68: Xm Satellite Radio

    What is XM satellite radio? XM Satellite Radio is the satellite radio service with millions of listeners across the U.S., broadcasting live daily. XM’s channel lineup includes more than 160 digital channels of choice from coast to coast: 68 commercial- free music channels, featuring hip hop to opera, classical to country, bluegrass to blues;...
  • Page 69 XM Display Modes The XM features described here only operate when the optional XM receiver and antenna are connected to the main unit. Press the XM DISPLAY button. Each time the XM DISPLAY button is pressed, the mode changes as follows: CHANNEL NAME/NUMBEr ➞...
  • Page 70 Category Search Mode : Press the TUNING/CH (or , , . button on the main unit) to select the channel within the selected category. Preset Search Mode : Press the TUNING/CH (or , , . button on the main unit) to select the channel within the memorized channels.

  • Page 71: Convenient Function

    Pressing the button again changes the sleep time from what you have set earlier. To cancel the sleep timer, press the SLEEP button until OFF appears on the display. ADJUSTINg DISPLAY BrIgHTNESS You can adjust the brightness of the display on the main unit so it won't interfere with your movie viewing.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized dealer or Samsung Electronics Service Center.
  • Page 73 • You can play 16:9 DVDs in 16:9 WIDE mode, 4:3 LETTER BOX mode, or 4:3 PAN SCAN mode, but 4:3 DVDs can be seen in 4:3 ratio only. Refer to the DVD disc jacket and then select the appropriate function.

  • Page 74: Usb Host Feature Supported Products

    Digital Camera DMC-FX7 Digital Camera Dimage Xt Digital Camera AZ-1 Digital Camera Product Type USB 2.0 USB Flash Drive 128M XTICK USB 2.0 128M Micro Mini USB 2.0 256M iFlash USB 2.0 64MB USB 2.0 32MB RiDATA USB 2.0 128MB...

  • Page 75: Appendix

    Do not load cracked or scratched discs. Handling and Storing Discs When you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth. When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the outside of the disc Condensation may form if warm air comes into contact with cold parts inside the player.

  • Page 76: Specifications

    Operating Humidity Range Output Frequency range S/N Ratio - If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter should be used. AC 120V, 60Hz 90 W 11.5 Ibs 16.9 (W) x 17.3 (H) x 2.9 (D) inches +41°F to +95°F...
  • Page 77 Output sound pressure level Rated input Speaker Maximum input Dimensions (W x H x D) Weights - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications without notice. - Weight and dimensions are approximate. 5.1ch speaker system Front/Rear Center 3 Ω...

  • Page 78: Warranty

    (*90 Days Parts and Labor for Commercial Use) This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. To receive warranty service, the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center.
  • Page 79 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Region Country CANADA North America MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE NICARAGUA HONDURAS COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR Latin America...

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