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Samsung SV-DVD440 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 DVD-VCR SV-DVD540 I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE EJECT www.samsungvcr.com...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT NOTE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents OREWORD Disc Type and Characteristics ... DVD-VCR O VERVIEWS Front View of the DVD-VCR ... Rear View of the DVD-VCR ... Infrared Remote Control ... Display Indicators... Accessories... DVD-VCR ONNECTING Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR ... 10 Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable ... 11 Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable...
  • Page 4 Contents (cont.) DVD F UNCTIONS Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control ... 44 Choosing a Connection... 45 Disc Menu Language ... 46 Audio Language... 46 Subtitle Language ... 47 Dolby Digital Out ... 47 MPEG-2 Digital Out ... 48 DTS...

  • Page 5: 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 condi- tions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extreme humidity conditions (less than 10% and...

  • Page 6: 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 Recording (Logos) AUDIO-CD * DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.) * It may not be to play CD-R,CD-RW and DVD-R in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

  • Page 7: Front View Of The Dvd-Vcr

    Front View of the DVD-VCR STANDBY/ON BUTTON DVD DECK RECORD BUTTON REW /SKIP BACK BUTTON STOP BUTTON EZ VIEW BUTTON F.F / SKIP NEXT BUTTON PLAY/STILL BUTTON Rear View of the DVD-VCR OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON DVD SELECT BUTTON VIDEO CASSETTE VCR SELECT BUTTON COMPARTMENT PROGRAMME SELECTION BUTTON...

  • Page 8: Infrared Remote Control

    Infrared Remote Control STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE STANDBY/ON SHUTTLE << / >> CLEAR TV MUTE. AUDIO VOLUME +/– REWIND SKIP BACK STOP SUBTITLE 10 MENU 11 UP 12 LEFT 13 DOWN 14 SPEED 15 RECORD 16 TIMER 17 ANGLE 18 OPEN/CLOSE 19 0-9 20 TV/VCR 21 VCR, TV SELECT 22 INPUT SEL.

  • Page 9: Display Indicators

    VHS tape is inserted The VCR Deck is active 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 & BATTERIES...

  • Page 10: Deciding How To Connect Dvd-Vcr

    Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems: º Types of connectors available on your systems Systems connected permanently to the DVD-VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily (camcorder for example) Your DVD-VCR is equipped with the following connectors.

  • Page 11: Connecting Dvd-Vcr To The Tv Using The Coaxial Cable

    Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable To receive television programmes a signal must be received from one of the following sources: An outdoor aerial An indoor aerial A cable television network A satellite receiver Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.

  • Page 12: Connecting Dvd-Vcr To The Satellite Receiver Or Other Equipment

    Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment You can connect your DVD-VCR to a Satellite receiver or other DVD-VCR using the SCART cable if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Audio Output Cable

    Connecting the Audio Output Cable You can connect your DVD-VCR to a Hi-Fi system. Example: You wish to take advantage of the quality of your Hi-Fi stereo system when watching a programme or recording via your DVD-VCR. Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.

  • Page 14: Tuning Your Television For The Dvd-Vcr

    Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not using a Scart cable To view pictures from your DVD-VCR when a Scart cable is used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode (AV).

  • Page 15: 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 16: Basic Tv Tuner Operations

    Basic TV Tuner Operations The following buttons are used when watching television via the DVD-VCR’s built-in TV tuner. TV/VCR Button Press to switch between your TV’s tuner and the VCR’s internal tuner. PROG Press to change to the next or previous channel. 0-9 Buttons Press to select channels directly.

  • Page 17: Inserting Batteries In The Remote Control

    Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: Purchase the DVD-VCR Find that the remote control is no longer working correctly Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.

  • Page 18: Menu Language

    Setting the Menu Language Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Language Set English Français Deutsch Español Italiano Nederlands Open “MENU” After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . Select “Language” Use the buttons to highlight ❷...

  • Page 19: 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 13). 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 20: Presetting The Stations Manually

    Presetting the Stations Manually Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Auto Setup Manual Setup VCR Output CH : CH 60 TV STATION TABLE NAME SWAPPING : OK DELETE : CLEAR MANUAL TUNING : - - - DECODER : OFF...

  • Page 21: 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 ❿ . Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding ❷...

  • Page 22: Changing The Preset Station Table

    Changing the Preset Station Table Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Auto Setup Manual Setup VCR Output CH : CH 60 TV STATION TABLE NAME - - - - SWAPPING : OK DELETE : CLEAR TV STATION TABLE NAME...

  • Page 23: Setting The Dvd-Vcr Output Channel

    Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel Your DVD-VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures. Also, you can change the DVD-VCR output channel to adjust the frequency in which information is displayed on the screen. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿...

  • Page 24: Selecting The Colour Mode

    Selecting the Colour Mode Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Colour System : Auto NICAM : On : On VideoPlus Extend : Off NICAM Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On...

  • Page 25: 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. Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the OK or ❿ . Result: The Setup menu is displayed.

  • Page 26: Videoplus+ Extend

    VideoPlus+ Extend Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Colour System : Auto NICAM : On : On VideoPlus Extend : Off Auto Power Off Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On...

  • Page 27: Screen Messages

    Screen Messages Your DVD-VCR displays most information both on the DVD-VCR and the television. You can choose to display or hide this information on the television screen (except for the SEARCH, Programming MENU and Timer functions, which cannot be hidden). After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿...

  • Page 28: Repeat Play

    Repeat Play Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Tape Select : E180 Repeat Play : Off S-VHS : Off S-VHS Play Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Tape Select...

  • Page 29: Selecting The Recording Speed

    Selecting the Recording Speed You can record a cassette at two different speeds: SP (Standard Play) LP (Long Play) In Long Play modes: Each cassette lasts twice as long The recording is of a slightly lower quality To record a cassette... Press the SPEED button on the remote control, until...

  • Page 30: Protecting A Recorded Cassette

    Protecting a Recorded Cassette Recording a Programme Immediately Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape. If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small screwdriver.

  • Page 31: Recording A Programme With Automatic Stop

    Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop This function enables you to record up to nine hours (LP) of programmes. Your DVD-VCR stops automatically after the requested length of time. 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 32: Using The Videoplus Feature

    Using the VideoPlus Feature Timer Method Standard VideoPlus Code Code Correct STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE Before presetting your DVD-VCR: Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR Check that the date and time are correct Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded (safety tab intact) Up to six programmes can be preset.

  • Page 33: Modifying Videoplus Programming

    Modifying VideoPlus Programming If you wish to correct the programme displayed or modify certain elements, such as the recording speed, you can do so before you press RETURN a second time to confirm. If you wish to... Select an input source other than the tuner (AV1, AV2 or AUX) Record a programme every day (Monday to Sunday) at the same time...

  • Page 34: Using The Timer Programming Feature

    Using the Timer Programming Feature Standard VideoPlus STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD- Timer Method VCR to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset.

  • Page 35: Checking A Preset Recording

    Checking a Preset Recording You can check your preset recordings: When you have finished presetting the DVD-VCR If you have forgotten which programmes will be recorded Press TIMER on the remote control. Result: The timer selection is displayed. Press the OK button to select Result: TIMER PROGRAMMING Press the...

  • Page 36: Playing A Cassette

    Playing a Cassette EJECT Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette. Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR. Insert the video cassette to be played. If the safety tab on the cassette is intact, press Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Audio Output Mode

    Selecting the Audio Output Mode You can select the mode in which the sound is reproduced on the loudspeakers and AV outputs. The following options are available. Option Description Used to listen to the sound on the left Hi-Fi channel. Used to listen to the sound on the right Hi-Fi channel.

  • Page 38: Playing A Sequence Frame By Frame

    Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds You can: Stop the cassette at a given frame (image) Advance one frame at a time No sound is heard when playing back frame by frame. Press: ❿ ll to start playing the cassette ❿...

  • Page 39: 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. Depending on the direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows: Prev Seq.
  • Page 40 Searching for a Specific Sequence INTRO SCAN : INDEX SEARCH : Intro Scan After pressing the SEARCH, press the corresponding buttons, until the Press the OK or ❿ . ➛ ➛ Press the where your desired programme is located. When an Index mark is found the DVD-VCR will playback the tape for 5 seconds, after which it will continue searching for the next Index mark.

  • Page 41: 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 42: Connecting An Rca Audio/Video Input Cable

    Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable You can connect other audio/video equipment to your DVD-VCR using audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. EJECT Examples: You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a second VCR (see page 43).

  • Page 43: Using The Assemble Edit Function

    Using the Assemble Edit Function This function allows you to start a new recording at a specific position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene change. Insert the cassette to be edited in your DVD-VCR. ❿ Press the ll button to start playback.

  • Page 44: Using The Tv Buttons On The Remote Control

    Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below. Switch your television on. Point the remote control towards the television.

  • Page 45: 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 an Audio System Dolby Digital Decoder Digital Audio Input Jack COAXIAL...

  • Page 46: Gb Disc Menu Language

    Disc Menu Language Setup Setup Display Setup Setup Language Setup Disc Menu : English Audio : English Subtitle : Automatic Disc Menu Language Disc Menu Audio Language Language Setup Disc Menu : English Audio : English Subtitle : Automatic To set the Disc Menu Language to your preferred language, follow these steps.

  • Page 47: Subtitle Language

    Subtitle Language 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. Open “MENU” Press the MENU button while the DVD is in Stop mode. Select “DVD”...

  • Page 48: Mpeg-2 Digital Out

    MPEG-2 Digital Out Setup Setup Display Setup Setup Dolby Digital Out MPEG-2 Digital Out PCM Down Sampling Setup Setup Display Setup Setup Dolby Digital Out MPEG-2 Digital Out PCM Down Sampling If your A/V receiver is equipped with a MPEG-2 decoder, your DVD-VCR can output MPEG-2 sound, but you MUST enable this feature in the menu system to prevent damage to your speakers.

  • Page 49: Dynamic Compression

    Dynamic Compression Dynamic Compression constrains the dynamic range, i.e. the difference between the quietest and loudest passages of a DVD soundtrack. This enables you to limit loud noises, such as explosions, or raise the volume of quiet passages, such as whispering, while watching a movie.

  • Page 50: Tv Aspect Ratio

    TV Aspect Ratio Setup Setup Display Setup Setup TV Aspect : 4:3 L-Box Black Level : PAL 60 NTSC Disc Output DVD Out : RGB Black Level Setup Setup Display Setup Setup TV Aspect : 4:3 L-Box Black Level : PAL 60Hz NTSC Disc Output DVD Output : RGB...

  • Page 51: Ntsc Disc Output

    NTSC Disc Output Open “MENU” With the DVD in stop mode, press the MENU button. Select “DVD” Use the buttons to highlight “DVD ” ❷ ❿ then press the OK or buttons. Select “Dispaly Setup” Highlight “Display Setup,” then press the OK or Set “NTSC Disc Output”...

  • Page 52: Parental

    Parental Setup Setup Display Setup Setup Parental Setup Use Password : No 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.

  • Page 53: A/V Receiver Connections

    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... •...

  • Page 54: 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 ll (Play/Still) button. Still ❿ Press the ll (Play/Still) button on the remote control during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. •...

  • Page 55: Disc Menu Navigation

    Disc Menu Navigation 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. DISC MENU Button Press to access the DVD’s Disc menu, if applicable.
  • Page 56 EZ View - For 4:3 aspect ratio discs • Normal Wide Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio. The picture will look horizontally stretched. • Screen Fit The top and bottom of the screen are cut off and the full screen appears. The picture will look vertically stretched.

  • Page 57: Title/Chapter/Time Selection

    Title/Chapter/Time Selection To view the current Title, Chapter/Track, and counter position, press the INFO. button during DVD playback. The Display screen can also be used to quickly choose a title, chapter/track, or playing time. View the Display During DVD/CD playback, press the INFO. button on the remote control.

  • Page 58: Angle View

    Angle View Some DVD Movies provide you with various camera angle views on the same scene while they are showing. To activate the feature press the ANGLE Button. Check the Angle Icon You’ll see the Angle Icon while watching a DVD with multi Angles available.

  • Page 59: Subtitle

    Subtitle Some DVDs provide subtitles in one or more languages. You can use the SUBTITLE button to quickly view and change settings. Open Subtitle Menu During playback, press the SUBTITLE button. Set Subtitle Language ➛ , ❿ Use the buttons to select from the available subtitle languages.

  • Page 60: A To B Repeat

    A to B Repeat Chapter Title A - B Track Disc A - B A to B Repeat feature enables you to repeat the designated section on a DVD or CD. To activate, mark where to start(A) and where to end(B) of the section you want to watch. Select A-B Repeat Function Press the REPEAT button while in Play mode, then use the ❿...

  • Page 61: Repeat Chapter/Title

    Repeat Chapter/Title You can repeat a single chapter or a complete title. Open Repeat Menu Press the REPEAT button while in Play mode to open the Repeat menu. • The current Repeat mode will be highlighted. Select “Chapter” ➛ , ❿ Use the buttons to select “Chapter”.

  • Page 62: Marks

    Marks – – CLEAR Up to three Bookmarks can be inserted for a given DVD, allowing you to quickly jump to your favorite scene or song. Open Mark Menu During playback, press the MARK button on the remote control. The “MARK” header will be displayed on the screen. Select Mark Place holder ➛...

  • Page 63: Mp3/Wma Play

    MP3/WMA Play When an MP3/WMA Disc is inserted into the DVD player, the first song file of the first folder plays. • If more than two file extensions are present, select the media of your choice. • To change the currently playing media, press the STOP ( twice and then press the DISC MENU button.
  • Page 64 MP3/WMA Play CD-R MP3/WMA discs When playing CD-R/MP3 or WMA discs, please follow all the recommendations for CD-R above, plus the comments below: • Your MP3 or WMA files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 or WMA files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac.

  • Page 65: Program Play & Random Play

    Program Play & Random Play Program Play (CD/MP3/WMA) Press the MODE button. ➛ , ❿ Use the buttons to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. ➛ , ❿ Use the buttons to select the first track to ❷ add to the program. Press the OK button.

  • Page 66: Picture Cd Playback

    Picture CD Playback Album Photo : 1 /215 Photo : 1 /215 Timer : • When the banner is being appeared, press the RETURN button to return to the album screen. • If no buttons on the remote controller pressed for 10 seconds, the menu will disappear. Press the •...
  • Page 67 Picture CD Playback CD-R JPEG Discs • Only files with the ".jpg" and ".JPG" extensions can be played. • If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded files may be played. •...

  • Page 68: Technical Specifications

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

  • Page 69: Problems

    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 70: 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 71 WARRANTY BLOC EUROPEAN SAMSUNG...
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