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- Page 1 DVD-VCR DVD-CM250 I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l EJECT SELECT STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG P.SCAN www.samsung.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents OREWORD Safety Instructions ........................5 Disc Type and Characteristics ....................6 DVD-VCR O VERVIEWS Front View of the DVD-VCR ...................... 7 Rear View of the DVD-VCR ....................... 7 Infrared Remote Control ......................8 Display Indicators ........................9 Accessories ..........................9 DVD-VCR ONNECTING Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR .................. - Page 3 Contents Recording a Programme Immediately ..................31 Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop ................32 Using the Timer Programming Feature ..................33 Checking a Preset Recording ....................34 Cancelling a Preset Recording ....................34 LAYING Playing a Cassette ........................35 Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually ..................35 Selecting the Audio Output Mode ....................36 Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion ....................36 Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds ...................37 Searching for a Specific Sequence....................38...
- Page 4 Contents (cont.) A - A PPENDIX DVANCED ONNECTIONS Setting the Delay Time ........................66 About Speaker Setup ........................67 Sound Mode Function ........................69 Listening to the Radio........................70 Presetting Stations........................71 OLVING ROBLEMS Technical Specifications ......................72 Problems and Solutions (VCR) ....................73 Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) ....................74 This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
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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 Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature condi- to direct sunlight. -
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 : Max. Disc Types Recording Disc Size Playing Characteristics (Logos) Types Time Single-sided • DVD contains excellent sound 240 min. 12 Cm and video due to Dolby Digital Double-sided... -
Page 7: Front View Of The Dvd-Vcr
Front View of the DVD-VCR EJECT SELECT STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG P.SCAN 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 DVD DECK F.F/SKIP NEXT BUTTON DVD OPEN/CLOSE RECORD VCR DECK SOUND MODE VCR EJECT COPY STANDBY/ON FRONT PANEL DISPLAY HEADPHONE JACK PROGRAMME / STOP... -
Page 8: Infrared Remote Control
Infrared Remote Control STANDBY/ON SHUTTLE<< / >> ANGLE/IPC DVD SELECT VCR SELECT TV VOLUME OPEN/CLOSE, EJECT EZ VIEW REWIND, SKIP BACK 10 STOP 11 DISC MENU 12 MENU 13 LEFT 14 RECORD 15 TEST 16 SPEAKER 17 TV/VCR 18 MODE, REPEAT 19 TITLE, SPEED 20 TV STANDBY/ON 21 0-9... -
Page 9: Display Indicators
7 A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded. 10 COPY mode indicator 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. AUDIO & VIDEO CABLE OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS... -
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: 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 DVD & VCR An indoor aerial (FROM ANT.) LINE LINE A cable television network RADIO ANT. -
Page 12: Connecting Dvd-Vcr To A Satellite Receiver Or Other Equipment
Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment You can connect other audio and/or video equipment to your DVD-VCR in different ways. The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities. The RCA input/output connectors on the rear of the DVD-VCR are used for equipment, such as camcorders, VCRs or sound systems. -
Page 13: 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 DVD & VCR memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will (FROM ANT.) LINE LINE... -
Page 14: Tuning Your Television For The Dvd-Vcr
Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not using a RCA cable To view pictures from your DVD-VCR when a RCA 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 PHONES 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 Button Press to change to the next or previous channel. 0-9 Buttons Press to select channels directly. -
Page 17: 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 EJECT SELECT STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG... -
Page 18: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Your DVD-VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to: Automatically stop programme recording Preset your DVD-VCR to record a programme automatically Language : English You must set the date and time when: Install You purchase the DVD-VCR User Set Auto Power Off : Off... -
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). Language : English Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive Install television broadcasts. -
Page 20: Presetting The Stations Manually
Presetting the Stations Manually You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. Language : English Install After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . User Set Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages... -
Page 21: Clearing A Preset Station
Clearing a Preset Station If you have stored a TV station: That you do not require Language : English At the wrong programme position Install you can cancel it. User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿... -
Page 22: Changing The Preset Station Table
Changing the Preset Station Table You can rearrange the Station Table and give different Language : English programme numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences. Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿... -
Page 23: Selecting The Rf Out Sound Mode (B/G-D/K) (Newzealand Model Only)
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (B/G-D/K) (Newzealand Model only) You can choose the sound mode (B/G or D/K) according to the TV set connected to your VCR. Language : English Install After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . User Set Result: The Setup menu is displayed. -
Page 24: 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- Language : English VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your Install User Set TV. -
Page 25: Nicam (Newzealand Model Only)
NICAM (Newzealand Model only) NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo, NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language). Language : English NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard Install mono sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound. User Set Auto Power Off : Off... -
Page 26: 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 Language : English preferences. Install During playback, press the MENU button on the remote control. User Set “ Auto Power Off : Off Press the OK or ❿... -
Page 27: Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off The Auto Power Off feature automatically turns off your DVD-VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected time. Language : English Install After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿ . User Set Auto Power Off : Off... -
Page 28: Screen Messages
Screen Messages Your DVD-VCR displays most information on both the DVD-VCR and the television. Language : English You can choose to display or hide this information on the television screen (except for the SEARCH, Programming MENU Install and Timer functions, which cannot be hidden). User Set Auto Power Off : Off... -
Page 29: Repeat Play
Repeat Play You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from beginning to end. Language : English Install After pressing the MENU, press the corresponding ❷ User Set buttons to select the option. Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Press the OK or ❿... -
Page 30: Selecting The Recording Speed
Selecting the Recording Speed You can record a cassette at two different speeds: SP (Standard Play) Type Recording Time (in SP) E-180 180 mins. or 3 hours LP (Long Play) E-240 240 mins. or 4 hours In Long Play modes: E-260 260 mins. -
Page 31: Protecting A Recorded Cassette
Protecting a Recorded Cassette 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 32: 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. EJECT STANDBY/ON PHONES SELECT S.MODE COPY PROG P.SCAN 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 33: 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 34: 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: TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed. Press the buttons to select the required programme. -
Page 35: Playing A Cassette
Playing a Cassette 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 ❿ cassette is intact, press Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically. When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking). -
Page 36: 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 37: Playing A Sequence At Variable Speeds
Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds You can vary the playback speed using the Shuttle function (up to nine times the normal speed). Example: You wish to analyze a sportsperson’s technique, movement by movement. The Shuttle function is available on the Remote control No sound is heard when playing a sequence at variable speeds. -
Page 38: 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 39 Searching for a Specific Sequence Intro Scan After pressing the SEARCH, press the corresponding ❷ buttons, until the Intro Scan option is selected. Press the OK or ❿ . ➛ ➛ ❿ ❿ Press the buttons depending on the direction where your desired programme is located.
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Page 40: 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 41: 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 DVD & VCR on the equipment chosen. (FROM ANT.) LINE LINE RADIO ANT. AUDIO Examples: You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of COAXIAL a second VCR. -
Page 42: 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 EJECT prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form STANDBY/ON PHONES SELECT S.MODE... -
Page 43: Audio Dubbing A Pre-Recorded Cassette
Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette With the Audio Dubbing function, you erase the previously recorded sound and replace it with a new soundtrack from: A CD, DVD A microphone connected to a sound system A cassette player Restriction: Audio dubbing is applicable only to the longitudinal audio track (normal audio). -
Page 44: Using The Tv Buttons On The Remote Control
Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control 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 Television Television Television COMPONENT VIDEO OUT... -
Page 46: Setting Up The Language Features
Setting Up the Language Features If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you Setup watch a movie. Setup Setup Display Setup Using the Disc Menu Language This function changes the text language only on the disc menu screens. - Page 47 Setting Up the Language Features Using the Audio Language Language Setup Disc Menu : English Audio : English Subtitle : Automatic With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Select DVD using ❷...
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Page 48: Setting Up The Audio Options
Setting Up the Audio Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. Setup buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Select DVD using Setup ❷ Setup Display Setup Select Audio Setup using buttons, then press the OK or ❷... -
Page 49: 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 Setup Setup types of DVDs that your family watches. Setup There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. Display Setup With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. -
Page 50: Setting Up The Display Options
Setting Up the Display Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. Setup buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Setup Select DVD using ❷ Setup Display Setup Select Display Setup using buttons, then press the OK ❷ or ❿... -
Page 51: Component Connections (For Dvd)
Component Connections (for DVD) Component video output is available only for DVD playback. RF and Line input are available for Tuner and VCR playback. SPEAKERS If your TV set supports Progressive Scan, it can transmit Pr, Pb, DVD Only FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER COMPONENT VIDEO OUT... -
Page 52: 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 button. Still ❿ Press the ll button on the remote control during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. ❿... -
Page 53: Adjusting The Aspect Ratio (Ez View)
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) To play back using aspect ratio (DVD) 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 54 Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) If you are using a 4:3 TV For 16:9 aspect ratio discs • 4:3 Letter Box Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio. The black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. •...
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Page 55: Using The Display Function (Dvd/Vcd/Cd)
Using the Display Function (DVD/VCD/CD) When Playing a DVD/VCD During play, press the INFO. button on the remote. Use the buttons to select the desired item. ❷ Use the ➛, ❿ 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 56: 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 57: Repeat Play
Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. When playing a DVD Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the ➛, ❿ buttons. •... -
Page 58: 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” Use the ➛, ❿ buttons to select “Chapter”. When you select Chapter “Chapter”... -
Page 59: Using The Mark Function (Dvd/Vcd)
Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) 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) During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Mark icons will be displayed. -
Page 60: Mp3-Cd Playback
MP3-CD Playback MP3-CD Playback ROOT ROOT Data CDs (CD-Rs, CD-RWs) encoded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) CLASSIC format can be played. METAL Before You Begin... WMAMP3 • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the TV to select the input source. •... -
Page 61: Wma Play
WMA Play WMA Disc Playback Before You Begin... • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the TV to select the input source. • Press the DVD button on the remote control to switch to DVD mode. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray, and then load the disc. -
Page 62: Mp3/Wma Play
MP3/WMA Play CD-R MP3/WMA discs When you record MP3 files on the CD-R, please refer to the following. • 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 63: Program Play & Random Play
Program Play & Random Play You can listen to songs randomly or in the desired sequence. PROGRAM RANDOM Up to 20 tracks can be programmed. This function is available only with Audio CDs. Before You Begin... • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the TV to select the input source. -
Page 64: Picture Cd Playback
Picture CD Playback Before You Begin... • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the ROOT ROOT CLASSIC TV to select the input source. • Press the DVD button on the remote control to switch to METAL DVD mode. - Page 65 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. •...
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Page 66: Setting The Delay Time
Setting the Delay Time A delay effect can be added to the sound from the Center and Surround speakers to adjust the sound according to the acoustic condition of the listening room. Initially, the delay time is set to ‘0 ms’. •... -
Page 67: About Speaker Setup
About Speaker Setup Ideal Speaker Arrangement SPEAKERS FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER DVD & VCR (FROM ANT.) LINE LINE RADIO ANT. SURROUND R SURROUND L CENTER SPEAKERS AUDIO DVD Only FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER COMPONENT VIDEO OUT COAXIAL (TO TV) VIDEO SURROUND R SURROUND L... - Page 68 About Speaker Setup To Set the Speaker Balance Press the SPEAKER button. Each time you press the button, the selection will change as follows: FL VOL. Press AMP VOL + and AMP VOL - buttons to adjust the speaker volume. The volume can be adjusted to a level between –10 and +10.
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Page 69: Sound Mode Function
Sound Mode Function Sound Mode Press the SOUND MODE button. Each time you press the button, the mode will change as shown at right. 4 STEREO/NATURAL/JAZZ/CONCERT/STADIUM – These effects are available in DSP mode. - NATURAL : When listening to regular audio (TV/Radio) - JAZZ : When listening to jazz or pop songs - CONCERT : When listening to classical music - STADIUM : When listening to live music or sports broadcast... -
Page 70: Listening To The Radio
Listening to the Radio You can either automatically or manually tune in to an FM or AM station. Press the FM/AM button. Each time you press the button, the selection will toggle between FM and AM. Tune in to the desired station. Automatic Tuning 1 Press PROG / button. -
Page 71: Presetting Stations
Presetting Stations You can store up to 30 stations (20 FM stations and 10 AM stations). Example: Storing an FM station of 87.50 MHz into the preset station number 01 Press the FM/AM button to select "FM". Each time you press the button, the selection will toggle between FM and AM. -
Page 72: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Video input (Rear) RCA jack : 1.0Vp-p (unbalanced) 75 Input Audio input (Rear) RCA jack : -8dBm, 47Kohm unbalanced RF out UHF 21-69 (Initial CH36) : Newzealand model UHF 28-69 (Initial CH38) : Australia model RCA jack Audio (DVD, VCR) Output Video (DVD, VCR) RCA jack... -
Page 73: Problems And Solutions (Vcr)
Problems and Solutions (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. Problem Explanation/Solution No power Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet. Have you pressed the STANDBY/ON button? You cannot insert a video cassette A video cassette can only be inserted with the window side up and the safety tab facing you. -
Page 74: Troubleshooting Guide (Dvd)
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) 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. - Page 75 THIS APPLIANCE IS DISTRIBUTED BY ELECTRONICS www.samsung.com AK68-00460A(01)