Safety Precautions Contents CAUTION OREWORD Safety Instructions ..................RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Disc Type and Characteristics............... DO NOT OPEN DANGER N DVD-VCR O VERVIEWS CAUTION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC Front View of the DVD-VCR ................SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO This symbol is intended to alert you to the Rear View of the DVD-VCR................
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Contents Contents (cont.) (cont.) N Appendix A - Advanced Connections LAYING Playing a Cassette..................Connecting the FM and AM antennas ............Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically ............ Connecting the Speakers ................Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually ............AUX Audio Setting..................Selecting the Audio Output Mode..............Speaker Volume Control ................
Safety Instructions Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : The following illustrations represent precautions. Max. Disc Types Recording Disc Size Playing Characteristics The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. (Logos) Types Time...
Front View of the DVD-VCR Infrared Remote Control STANDBY/ON VIDEO CASSETTE STANDBY/ON DVD DECK RECORD OPEN/CLOSE FM/AM EJECT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON COMPARTMENT SELECT OPEN/CLOSE, EJECT BUTTON BUTTON SPEAKER SELECT TEST MODE, REPEAT ANGLE TV VOLUME TV SELECT DVD, VCR, FM/AM, INPUT SELECT 10 REWIND, SKIP BACK 11 STOP...
IN FROM ANT. Rear coaxial N Cable television network N Satellite receiver 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. N Television OUT TO TV...
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment To receive television programmes a signal must be received from one of the following sources: 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.
Plug & Auto Set up Connecting the Audio Output Cable You can connect your DVD-VCR to a Hi-Fi system. Your DVD-VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged Example: You wish to take advantage of the quality of your Hi-Fi into the mains for the first time.
Deck Control Keys Basic TV Tuner Operations The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The The following buttons are used when watching television via the following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck. DVD-VCR’s built-in TV tuner. STANDBY/ON Button TV / VCR Button Press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control or front...
Copying from DVD to VCR Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape with a press of the COPY button. N Purchase the DVD-VCR N Find that the remote control is no longer working If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy...
Menu Language Open “MAIN MENU” With the DVD in stop mode, press the SETUP button. Set “Language” or ➛, ❿ buttons, move the selection arrow to Using the ❷ Language set then press ENTER button. Set menu Language Move the selection bar to your desired Language, then press ENTER button.
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 14). Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television MAIN MENU broadcasts.
Presetting the Stations Manually Clearing a Preset Station ☛ If you have stored a TV station: You do not need to preset the stations manually if you N That you do not require have already set them automatically. N At the wrong programme position Press the SETUP button on the remote control.
Changing the Preset Station Table Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel You can rearrange the Station Table and give different programme Your DVD-VCR output channel may need to be changed if the numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences. pictures suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures.
Selecting the Colour Mode Intelligent Picture Control Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the he Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the required system standard. sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own Otherwise, the system automatically selects the reception standard preferences.
Selecting the Cassette Type VIDEOPLUS+ EXTEND If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on To prevent delays or over-runs the VCR has a function called a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. Videoplus EXTEND allowing you to extend the recording time by up MAIN MENU to 60 minutes.
Protecting a Recorded Cassette Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. Your DVD-VCR displays most information both on the DVD-VCR When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape. and the television. MAIN MENU You can choose to display or hide this information on the television screen (except for the Index, Programming MENU and If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small...
Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop Using the VIDEOPLUS+ Feature This function enables you to record up to nine hours (LP) of Before presetting your DVD-VCR: programmes. N Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR Your DVD-VCR stops automatically after the requested length of N Check that the date and time are correct time.
Modifying VIDEOPLUS+ Programming Using the Timer Programming Feature The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD-VCR f you wish to correct the programme displayed or modify certain elements, such as the recording speed, to record a programme up to one month before that programme is you can do so before you press SETUP a second time to confirm.
Checking a Preset Recording Playing a Cassette This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette. You can check your preset recordings: N When you have finished presetting the DVD-VCR Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR. N If you have forgotten which programmes will be Insert the video cassette to be played.
Selecting the Audio Output Mode Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame You can select the mode in which the sound is reproduced on the loudspeakers and AV outputs. The following options are available You can: in tape playback mode. N Stop the cassette at a given frame (image) N Advance one frame at a time ➢...
Searching for a Specific Sequence Using the Tape Counter Each time you record a cassette on this DVD-VCR, an “index” is The tape counter: automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. N Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a (hours, minutes and seconds) specific index and start playback from that point.
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable 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 You can connect other audio/video equipment to your DVD-VCR change.
Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control With the Audio Dubbing function, you erase the previously Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions recorded sound and replace it with a new soundtrack from: and compatible brands.
SQPB (Super VHS Quasi Playback) Playing a Disc Before Playback : This function is for playback of Super VHS format tapes only, not N Turn on a TV and press the TV/VIDEO button to select for recording. video mode. Inset the SVHS format tape that you want to see. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
Using the Search & Skip Functions Connection During playback, you can search quickly through a chapter or track or use the skip function to jump to the next selection. The following show examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD-VCR with a TV and other components.
Using the Setup Menu Using the Disc Menu Language The Setup menu lets you customize your DVD-VCR by allowing This function changes the text language only on the disc menu you to select various language preferences, set up a parental level, screens.
Setting Up the Audio Language Features Setting Up the Parental Control MAIN MENU Using the Audio Language: The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that MAIN MENU have been assigned a rating - which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches.
Setting Up the Audio Options Setting Up the Display Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. MAIN MENU Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
S-Video Connections (for DVD) Special Playback Features During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following ❿ special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the The S-Video is only for the DVD player. The tuner and VCR will (Play/Still) button. still be viewed through the RF or line inputs.
Using the Display Function (DVD/VCD/CD) Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or When Playing a DVD all of the disc. During play, press the DISPLAY button on the remote. Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the ➛...
Programmed Playback (CD) Programmed Playback lets you set a custom order for playback of tracks on a CD. Open Playback Mode Menu In play mode, press the MODE button. Select “PROGRAM” Using the ➛, ❿ buttons, move the selection bar to “PROGRAM” then press ENTER to select.
SCREEN FIT Play During play, press SCREEN FIT button on remote control. - Allows you to eliminate the black bars in the top and bottom of the screen when a movie is playing in the Widescreen format (16:9). - Screen Fit will not work when the Zoom mode is active. (you can not remove the black bars on the screen) However, Zoom mode will work when Screen Fit is active.
Selecting the Audio Language (Using the Audio button) Changing the Camera Angle You can select a desired language quickly and easily with the When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, AUDIO button. you can select the Angle function. Press the AUDIO button.
Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) Using the Zoom (DVD/VCD) The Mark function lets you select parts of a DVD or VCD (MENU OFF mode) so that you can quickly find the section at a later time. During play or still mode, press the ZOOM button on the remote. A square will be displayed on screen.
MP3 Play ( CD-R MP3 disc requirements) Connecting the FM and AM antennas FM antenna connections When playing CD-R MP3 discs, please follow the recommendations below: • Connect the FM antenna to the FM 75 COAXIAL terminal. • Unwind the antenna wire and then fasten it to a wall in an area •...
Connecting the Speakers AUX Audio Setting Connect the front, center, and surround speakers and the Press “SETUP” button subwoofer to the speaker terminals on the back of the main unit. With the DVD in stop mode, press the SETUP button. MAIN MENU Select “Options”...
Speaker setup Speaker setup Press “SETUP” button To adjust the speaker balance With the DVD in stop mode, press the SETUP button. Ideal speaker placement Select “DVD” and ➛, ❿ buttons, move the selection cursor Using the ❷ Press the SPEAKER button. to “DVD Setup”, then press ENTER to select.
Dolby Pro Logic II decoder SOUND mode/effect function Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multichannel audio This feature simulates the sound of different acoustic spaces. signals that offers improvement over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Press the SOUND MODE button.
Listening to radio broadcasts Technical Specifications You can automatically or manually tune in to FM and AM stations to listen to radio broadcasts. Press the FM/AM button. Rated voltage AC 230V, 50Hz • Each time you press the button, the band alternates between Weight 6.2 Kg FM and AM.
Problems and Solutions (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. FRONT SPEAKER 50W X 2 (6 ) Problem Explanation/Solution CENTER SPEAKER 50 W (6 ) No power Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet.
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) SAMSUNG EUROPEAN BLOC WARRANTY Before requesting service (troubleshooting) Problem Action Page Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side facing up. Check the region number of the DVD. Disc does not play. This player cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. Insert a DVD, a VIDEO-CD or a CD.
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