Samsung blu-ray disc player user manual (153 pages)
Summary of Contents for Samsung BD-D5500C
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BD-D5500 BD-D5500C Blu-ray Disc Player ™ 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/register...
Key features Blu-ray Disc Features Blu-ray Disc Player Features Blu-ray Discs support the highest quality HD video available in the industry - Large capacity means no compromise on video quality. This player can play 3D contents through an HDMI The following Blu-ray Disc features are disc cable.
Safety Information Warning TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC The lighting flash and Arrowhead within the The explanation point within the triangle triangle is a warning sign alerting you of...
Safety Information Precautions 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service Important Safety Instructions personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any Read these operating instructions carefully before way, such as power-supply cord or plug is using the unit.
Disc Storage & Management Handling Cautions • Do not write on the printed side with a ball-point Disc Handling pen or pencil. • Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic Disc Shape sprays to clean discs. Also, do not use volatile chemicals, such as benzene or thinner.
Please note that this is not a defect in the player. • Do not share one power socket with multiple • Samsung cannot guarantee that this player electric devices. Otherwise, it may cause an will play every disc bearing the Blu-ray Disc, overheat, resulting in a fire.
Contents KEy FEATURES Blu-ray Disc Features Blu-ray Disc Player Features SAFETy INFORMATION Warning Precautions Important Safety Instructions Viewing using 3D function Disc Storage & Management Disc Handling GETTING STARTED Before using the User Manual Disc Types and Contents your player can play Disc types your player cannot play Blu-ray Disc Compatibility Disc Types...
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Wireless Network SETUP Initial Settings Accessing the Settings Menu Display 3D Settings TV Aspect Smart Hub Screen Size BD Wise (Samsung Players only) Resolution HDMI Color Format Movie Frame (24Fs) HDMI Deep Color Still Mode Progressive Mode Audio Digital Output...
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BD Parental Rating DVD Parental Rating Change Password General Front Display Network Remote Control Support Software Upgrade Contact Samsung BASIC FUNCTIONS Playing a Video Playback Disc Structure Using the Disc Menu/Title Menu/Popup Menu Using the Disc Menu Using the Title Menu...
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Using Smart Hub Starting Smart Hub for the First Time The Settings Menu - BLUE (D) The Edit Mode Menu - YELLOW (C) The Sort Menu - GREEN (B) Samsung Apps For Pay Apps BD-LIVE™ Using the AllShare Function APPENDIx...
Getting Started Before using the User Manual Disc Types and Contents your player can play Term Logo Icon Definition Indicates a function available on a BD-ROM or BD-RE/-R disc recorded in the BD-RE format. VIDEO Indicates a function available on a DVD-VIDEO or recorded DVD+RW/DVD-RW(V)/ DVD-R/+R discs that have been recorded and finalized.
Please note that this is not a defect in the player. ` Samsung cannot guarantee that this player will play DVD-RW/-R/+R every disc bearing the Blu-ray Disc, DVD or CD logo because disc formats evolve, and problems and...
USB memory. Press the MENU button to move to the home menu, and select the YELLOW (C) button and press the ENTER button. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss. Video File Support Frame rate...
Getting Started Supported Divx subtitle file formats *.ttxt, *.smi, *.srt, *.sub, *.txt Music File Support File Extension Container Audio Codec Support Range *.mp3 Compliant with WMA version 10 *.wma * Sampling rates (in kHz) - 8, 11, 16, 22, 32, 44.1, 48 * Bit rates - All bit-rates in the range 5kbps to 384kbps Logos of Discs the player can play Blu-ray Disc...
Front Panel DISC TRAY Opens to accept a disc. POWER BUTTON Turns the player on and off. DISPLAY Displays the playing status, time, etc. STOP BUTTON Stops disc playback. PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON Plays a disc or pauses playback. ENTER BUTTON Selects menu items or starts a disc. OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON Opens and closes the disc tray.
Getting Started Rear Panel Connect the optional Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN) here to use a Wireless WIRELESS LAN ADAPTER network. Use for network based services (See pages 54~63), BD-LIVE, and software upgrades using a network connection. Using an HDMI cable, connect this HDMI output terminal to the HDMI input terminal HDMI OUT on your TV for the best quality picture or to your AV receiver for the best quality sound.
Remote Control Tour of the Remote Control POWER POWER Turn the player on and off. Turn the TV on and off. (To operate your TV, please refer to page To open and close the disc tray. BONUSVIEW SOURCE After setup, allows you to set the input Press to use the bonusview function.
Brand Code Brand Code You can control certain functions of your TV with NOBLEX TV POWER+66 this remote control. TV POWER+01, +02, SAMSUNG +03, +04, +05, NOKIA TV POWER+74 +06, +07, +08, +09 Button Function TV POWER+72, +73, NORDMENDE AIWA...
Connections Connecting to a TV Case 1 : Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Cable - Best Quality (Recommended) 1. Using an HDMI cable, connect the HDMI OUT terminal on the rear of the player to the HDMI IN terminal of your TV.
Connections Case 2 : Connecting to a TV with a Component Cable - Better Quality - You can connect the player to your TV using Component video cables. - You will enjoy high quality images with accurate color reproduction. Component video separates the picture element into black and white (Y), blue (P ) and red (P ) signals to present clear and clean...
Case 3 : Connecting to a TV with an Audio/Video cable - Good Quality 1. Using an Audio/Video cable, connect the VIDEO OUT (yellow) / AUDIO OUT (red and white) terminals on the rear of the player to the VIDEO IN (yellow) / AUDIO IN (red and white) terminals of your TV.
Connections Connecting to an Audio System • Please turn the volume down when you turn on the AV receiver. A sudden loud sound may cause damage to the speakers and your ears. • Set the audio output format according to the capabilities of your AV receiver. (See pages 34~36) • The position of HDMI input terminals may vary depending on your AV receiver.
Case 2 : Connecting to an Audio Case 3 : Connecting to an Audio System (AV receiver with Dolby System (Stereo Amplifier) Digital or DTS decoder) - Better - Good Quality Quality 1. Using the audio cables, connect the AUDIO OUT (red and white) terminals on the rear of 1.
NOTE ✎ ` Internet access to Samsung’s software update server may not be allowed, depending on the router you use or your ISP’s policy. For more information, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider). ` For DSL users, please use a router to make a network connection.
You can connect to network with a Wireless IP sharer (a router or a modem). 1. A wireless AP/IP router and the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter is required to make a wireless network connection. Connect the Wireless LAN adapter (not included) to the Wireless LAN Adapter jack on the rear panel of the player.
5. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the desired ` If you use an HDMI cable to connect the player to an Network Settings : Wired, Wireless (General), Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)-compliant Samsung TV and WPS(PBC) or One Foot Connection, and 1.) You have set the Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) feature then press the ENTER button.
` When the player is connected to a network, select Smart Hub from the Home menu. INTERNET@ SMART SEARCH Download the desired content from Samsung Apps. MENU Button : Press to move to the Home menu. (See pages 61~63) RETURN Button : Return to the previous menu. MUTE ` The access steps may differ depending on the menu you selected.
Setup Screen Size Display Lets you enter the actual screen size of your TV so You can configure various display options such as that the player can adjust the image according to the TV Aspect Ratio, Resolution, etc. the screen size and display an optimal 3D image. (For 3D displays bigger than 116 inches, simply 3D Settings setting it as 116 is also a safe choice.)
When you connect a Samsung player and a player to a 16:9 TV screen. The player will Samsung TV with BD Wise to each other via display all content in its original aspect ratio. HDMI, and BD Wise is on in both the player and...
Setup Resolution according to the output mode • Blu-ray Disc/E-contents/Digital Contents playback HDMI / connected HDMI / not connected HDMI Mode Component Mode Output Component/ Setup E-contents/ E-contents/ VIDEO Mode VIDEO Mode Blu-ray Disc Digital Blu-ray Disc Digital contents contents Resolution of BD Wise 1080p@60F...
HDMI Color Format NOTE ✎ ` If the TV you connected to the player does not Lets you set the color space format for HDMI support Movie Frame or the resolution you selected, output to match the capabilities of the connected the message “If no pictures are shown after device (TV, monitor, etc).
Setup HDMI Deep Color Audio Lets you output video from the HDMI OUT jack Digital Output with Deep Color. Deep Color provides more accurate color reproduction with greater color You set the Digital Output to match the capabilities depth. of the AV receiver you’ve connected to the player : • Auto : The player outputs video with Deep Color • PCM : Choose if you have connected an HDMI to a connected TV which supports HDMI Deep...
Setup Dynamic Range Control NOTE ✎ ` Be sure to select the correct Digital Output or you You can listen at low volumes, but still hear dialog will hear no sound or just loud noise. clearly. ` If the HDMI device (AV receiver, TV) is not compatible This is only active if your player detects a Dolby with compressed formats (Dolby digital, DTS), the Digital signal.
Network Wired Network Before you begin, contact your ISP to find out Setting Up a Wired Connection - Auto if your IP address is static or dynamic. If it is dynamic, and you are using a wired or wireless 1. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select Wired. connection, we recommend using the Auto procedures.
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Setup 3. On the dialog that appears, click the Local 10. Press the ▼ button to go to DNS Mode. Area Connection or Wireless Network 11. Press the ▼ button to go to the first DNS Connection depending on your network entry field.
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3. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the desired Windows 7 network, and then press the ENTER button. 1. Click the Network icon on the bottom right of The Security screen appears. the Windows desktop. 4. On the Security screen, enter your network’s 2.
2. Press the ENTER button. If your wireless router has a WPS(PBC) button, follow these steps: 3. Place the Samsung Wireless Router within 25 1. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select WPS(PBC). cm (10 inches) of your player to connect.
Set to allow or prohibit an Internet connection not support CEC. when you use the BD-LIVE service. ` If your Samsung TV has an Anynet+ logo, then it • Allow (All) : The Internet connection is allowed supports the Anynet+ function.
Setup Time Zone Security You can specify the time zone that is applicable to This function works in conjunction with Blu-ray your area. Disc/DVDs that have been assigned an age rating or numeric rating that indicates the maturity level of the content. These numbers help you control Settings the types of Blu-ray Disc/DVDs that your family Time Zone...
` Never turn the player off or back on manually during the update process. ` Samsung Electronics shall take no legal responsibility for player malfunction caused by an unstable Internet connection or consumer negligence during a software upgrade.
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To upgrade by USB, follow these steps: ` When the system upgrade is done, check the software details in the software Upgrade menu. 1. Visit www.samsung.com/bluraysupport. ` Do not turn off the player during the Software 2. Download the latest USB software upgrade Upgrade.
NOTE ✎ ` To use the Download in Standby Mode function, your player must be connected to the Internet. Contact Samsung Provides contact information for assistance with your player. English...
Basic Functions Disc Structure Playing a Video The content of discs are usually divided as shown Playback below. • Blu-ray Disc, DVD-VIDEO 1. Press the OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button to open the disc tray. title 1 title 2 2. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s chapter 1 chapter 2 chapter 1...
Using the Title Menu Using the Search and Skip Functions During play, you can search quickly through a chapter or track, and use the skip function to jump to the next selection. 1. During playback, press the TITLE MENU button on the remote control. Searching for a Desired Scene 2.
Basic Functions Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play NOTE ✎ ` Depending on the disc, the Tools menu may differ. Slow Motion Play Moving to a Desired Scene Directly hzZ�� hzZ� • In pause mode, press the SEARCH ( button. 1. During playback, press the TOOLS button. Each time you press the SEARCH ( ) button, 2.
Repeating a Section Selecting the Picture Settings hzZ� hzZ� This function enables you to adjust video quality 1. During playback, press the TOOLS when the player is connected to a TV. button. 1. During playback, press the TOOLS button. 2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select Picture 2.
Basic Functions ` Information about the main feature/BONUSVIEW ` This function changes both the primary and mode will also appear if the Blu-ray Disc has a secondary subtitles at the same time. BONUSVIEW section. ` The total numbers of primary and secondary Press the ◄►...
Repeat an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 Listening to Music o� 1. During the Playlist playback, press the TOOLS button. Playing an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select Repeat Mode, and then press the ◄► 1. Insert an Audio CD (CD-DA) or an MP3 Disc buttons to select the desired repeat mode.
Basic Functions Playing back Pictures 4. Press the ▲▼◄► buttons to move to a desired track, and then press the ENTER button. A check appears on the track. Repeat this procedure to select additional Playing a JPEG files tracks. 1. Insert a JPEG disc into the disc tray. Audio CD 1/2 Page Music...
Playing back a USB Storage Device • Zoom : Select to enlarge the current picture. (Enlarged up to 4 times) • Rotate : Select to rotate the picture. (This will You can use the USB connection to play multimedia files (MP3, JPEG, DivX, etc) located rotate the picture either clockwise or counter from a USB storage device.
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Network Services 3. The Smart Hub screen appears. You can enjoy various network services such as Smart Hub or BD-LIVE by connecting the player In a few cases, the Country screen appears to your network. immediately after. 4. If the Country screen has appeared, press the Read the following instructions before using any ▲▼...
• For easy access, use the SEARCH button on the remote control. • For instructions to use search function, please visit www.samsung.com. Samsung Apps : You can download various for pay or free-of-charge application services. Recommended : Displays recommended contents managed by Samsung.
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1. Press the RED (A) button on your remote Shift Delete control. The Create Account screen appears. b Input Method / Language: English Search Your Video Samsung Apps Contents 1 Contents 2 Contents 3 Contents 4 Login Recommended Smart TV ID...
8. When done, press the ENTER button to 3. Select your ID from the list that appears, and select OK, and then press the ENTER button then press the ENTER button. The Create again. The Create Account screen re-appears. Account screen re-appears. 9.
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Service Accounts that NOTE ✎ you registered on the Register Service Account ` If you have a Samsung apps account and you want screen. to use the Samsung Apps function in Smart Hub, you Deactivate Account must register your Samsung Apps account here.
3. After a few moments, Smart Hub automatically The functions in the Edit Mode Menu bar are resets. The screen may go black, then Smart described below. Hub re-appears. In a few moments, it starts NOTE ✎ the re-initialization procedure. ` Some menu items may not appear on the screen.
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Network Services Rename Folder To Access Widgets in a Folder 1. Close the Edit Mode menu. The Rename Folder function lets you rename 2. In My Applications, press the ▲▼◄► to folders. To use the Rename Folder function, follow select a folder, and then press the ENTER these steps: button.
Unlock Samsung Apps 1. Press the YELLOW (C) button on your Samsung Apps lets you download for pay or free- remote. of-charge applications and services to your Blu- ray Disc player and view or use them on your TV. 2. Press the ▲▼◄► to select a locked widget, and then press the ENTER button.
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Network Services Using the Samsung Apps Screen Samsung Apps by category To use the Samsung Apps screen, follow these The following categories are available: • What’s New? : Displays newly registered steps: applications. 1. Press the ◄► buttons to move to the • Video : Displays various video media such as...
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AllShare from the deleted by providers without notice. Samsung.com web site. For instructions to use Your Video or Search Function, please visit www.samsung.com BD-LIVE™ Once the player is connected to the network, you can enjoy various movie-related service contents using a BD-LIVE compliant disc.
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Appendix Troubleshooting Before requesting service, please check the following. PROBLEM SOLUTION No operation can be performed with the • Check the batteries in the remote control. They may need replacing. remote control. • Operate the remote control at a distance of no more than 20 feet. • Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several minutes to drain the microprocessor inside the remote control to reset it.
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• Go to the contents and find the section of the user manual that contains the explanations regarding the current problem, and follow the procedure once again. • If the problem still cannot be solved, please contact your nearest Samsung authorized service center. The picture is noisy or distorted • Make sure that the disc is not dirty or scratched.
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We will provide you with the amount of the administration fee before we make a home visit or begin any work on your player. We recommend you read this manually thoroughly, search for a solution on line at www.samsung.com, or contact Samsung Customer Care at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) before seeking to repair your player.
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BD Data Management Network Settings 37~41 Zoom BD-LIVE 41, 63 BD Wise BONUSVIEW PCM Downsampling Popup Menu Progressive Mode Camera Angle Contact Samsung Region Code Remote Control Digital Output 34~36 Remote Control Sensor Disc Menu Resolution 31~33 Disc Structure Disc Types 11~13...
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- Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. - Weight and dimensions are approximate. - Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect or call, (877) 278 - 0799 English...
• Samsung cannot assure that this player will play every disc bearing the BD-ROM, BD-RE/-R, DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R and CD-RW/-R logos, and this player may not respond to all operating commands or operate all features of every disc.
CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which Samsung has no control.
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License • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s : 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks &...
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SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
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Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Area Contact Center Web Site Area Contact Center Web Site ` North America 0700 Samsung (0700 726 Serbia www.samsung.com...
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QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? COUNTRY CALL OR VISIT US ONLINE AT WRITE Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 1-800-SAMSUNG IN THE US www.samsung.com 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, (726-7864) NJ 07660-2112 AK68-01995A-00...