Samsung HT-DB1650 Instruction Manual

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Page 1 DIGITAL HOME THEATER SYSTEM HT-DB350 HT-DB1650 Instruction Manual COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO V I D E O TV DVD RECEIVER OPEN/CLOSE TV/VIDEO MODE DIMMER TUNER V-H/P BAND SLOW SUB TITLE MO/ST SUPER5.1 MUSIC MOVIE V-H/P TUNING/CH VOLUME PL II PL II...
Page 2: Safety Warnings
Safety Warnings CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
Page 3: Precautions
Precautions Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered.
Page 4: Features
Features Multi-Disc Playback & AM/FM Tuner The HT-DB350/DB1650 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including DVD, VCD, CD, MP3-CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and DVD-RW, with a sophisticated AM/FM tuner, all in a single player. Built-in 5.1-Channel Amplifier The HT-DB350/DB1650 comes with a built-in 5.1-channel amplifier, allowing you to enjoy dynamic sound.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents PREPARATION Safety Warnings...1 Precautions ...2 Features...3 Notes on Discs...5 Description ...7 CONNECTIONS Connecting the Speakers...11 Connecting the FM and AM(MW) Antennas ...13 Connecting the Video to TV ...14 Connecting External Components ...15 Before Using Your DVD Player...17 OPERATION Disc Playback ...18 Displaying Disc Information ...19 Checking the Remaining Time...20 Fast/Slow Playback...21...
Page 6: Notes On Discs
Notes on Discs DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy these V I D E O realistic effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall. DVD players and the discs are coded by region.
Page 7 Disc Recording Format CD-R Discs • Depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC ) and the condition of the disc, some CD-R discs may not be playable. • Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R. Avoid CD-R media, as they may not be playable. •...
Page 8: Description
Description —Front Panel— Standby indicator Power ( ) button Auto Sound Calibration Input Jack Disc Tray DOLBY DIGITAL indicator LINEAR PCM indicator DSP indicator PRO LOGIC II indicator SPEAKER indicator Play/Pause ( Stop ( ) button Open/Close button CHAPTER indicator PRGM indicator TITLE indicator PBC indicator...
Page 9: Rear Panel
—Rear Panel— External Video Component External Digital Component Input Connector Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output. 5.1 Channel Speaker Output Terminals External Audio Component Input Connector Accessories Remote Control AM Antenna Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector.
Page 10: Remote Control
Description —Remote Control— DVD POWER button TV/VIDEO, DIMMER button OPEN/CLOSE button Auto Sound Calibration button SUPER 5.1 button Live Surround Mode button/ Virtual Headphone button PL II MODE button TUNING/CH button MENU button RETURN button Number(0~9) buttons SLEEP button LOGO button EZ VIEW, NTSC/PAL button TV indicator TV DVD RECEIVER...
Page 11 Insert Remote Batteries Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote by pressing down and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: Caution • Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity:(+) to (+)and (–)to (–). •...
Page 12: Connecting The Speakers
Connecting the Speakers Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. Position of the DVD Player • Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the TV stand. Front Speakers •...
Page 13 Front Speaker (L) White Purple Subwoofe Rear Speaker (L) Back of the Speakers Press down the terminal Insert the wire into the tab on the back of the terminal and release the speaker. terminal tab. • • Black Center Speaker Green Gray Blue...
Page 14: Connecting The Fm And Am(Mw) Antennas
Connecting the FM and AM If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor AM antenna(not supplied). If FM reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM antenna (not supplied). FM Antenna (supplied) FM antenna connection 1. Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75 COAXIAL terminal as a temporary measure.
Page 15: Connecting The Video To Tv
Connecting the Video to TV Depending on your TV, Component Video input connectors may be marked as DVD Video input connectors. Composite Video (Good Quality) Connect the supplied video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back panel of the system to the VIDEO IN jack on your television.
Page 16: Connecting External Components
Connecting External Components Connecting an External Digital Component Example: Digital signal components such as a DVD or CD Recorder. Connect Video Out on the DVD player to Video In on the TV. Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL) to the Digital Output on the external digital component.
Page 17: Connecting An External Analog Component
Connecting an External Analog Component Example: Analog signal components such as a VCR, Camcorder, and TV. Audio Cable If the external analog component has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right. Connect Video Out on the DVD player to Video In on the TV.
Page 18: Before Using Your Dvd Player
Buttons Enabled for TV Operation: POWER, CHANNEL, VOLUME, TV/VIDEO, and Numeric (0-9) buttons. • By default, the remote control is set to work with Samsung TVs. See page 59 for more information on the operation of the remote control. Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.
Page 19: Disc Playback
Disc Playback Note To temporarily pause playback, press PLAY/PAUSE during • To resume playback, press PLAY/PAUSE button again. Press OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. Load a discs. • Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s Press OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray.
Page 20: Displaying Disc Information
Displaying Disc Information You can view playback information on the disc on the TV screen. Press INFO button. • Each time the button is pressed, the display changes as follows: Display disappears Note • Depending on the disc, the disc information display may appear different.
Page 21: Checking The Remaining Time
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 VCD 2.0 with PBC is OFF TRACK ELAPSED TRACK REMAIN TOTAL ELAPSED...
Page 22: Fast/Slow Playback
Fast/Slow Playback Fast Playback Press and hold • Each time the button is held down during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: Slow Playback Press SLOW button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: •...
Page 23: Skipping Scenes/Songs
Skipping Scenes/Songs Briefly press • Each time the button is pressed briefly during playback, the previous or next chapter, track, or directory (file) will be played. • But, you cannot skip chapters consecutively. TITLE 01/05 CHAPTER 002/040 TITLE 01/05 CHAPTER 004/040 Note •...
Page 24: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). Press REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follows: Note • Repeat playback operation is not possible with version 2.0 VCD discs if PBC is turned on.
Page 25: A-B Repeat Playback
A-B Repeat Playback Press INFO button twice. • For a VCD or CD, press INFO button once. Press Cursor buttons to select ‘A-’ and then press ENTER button at the beginning of the segment. • When ENTER button is pressed, the selected position will be stored in memory.
Page 26: Angle Function
Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. Press INFO button. Press Cursor to select the desired angle. • Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: • Note The Angle function works only with discs on which multiple angles have been recorded. Press Cursor button to move to ANGLE display.
Page 27: Zoom Function
Zoom Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function Press ZOOM button. ENTER SELECT Aspect Ratio Press EZ VIEW button. • Each time the button is pressed, the zoom function will switch between On and Off.
Page 28: Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language
Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Audio Language Selection Function Press INFO button twice. Subtitle Language Selection Function Press INFO button twice. Press Cursor button or numeric buttons to select the desired subtitle. KO 1/3 KO 01/ 03 EN 02/ 03 JA 03/ 03 OFF / 03 Press Cursor buttons or numeric...
Page 29: Moving Directly To A Scene/Song
Moving Directly to a Scene/Song Press INFO button. 001/040 0:00:37 01/05 Moving to a Chapter Press Cursor , buttons or numeric buttons to select the desired chapter and then press ENTER button. 01/05 025/040 0:00:01 JPEG Press the numeric buttons. •...
Page 30: Using Disc Menu
Using Disc Menu You can use the menus for the audio language, subtitle language, profile, etc. DVD menu contents differ from disc to disc. Press MENU button. • When playing a VCD (version 2.), this toggles between PBC ON and OFF.
Page 31: Using The Title Menu
Using the Title Menu For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. Depending on the disc, this function may either not work at all or may work differently. Press MENU button. Press Cursor , button to move to ‘Title Menu’.
Page 32: Setting The Language
Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. Press MENU button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
Page 33 Press ENTER button. Selecting the Selecting the OSD Language Audio Language (recorded on the disc) Press Cursor button to select the desired item and then press ENTER button. Selecting the Subtitle Language (recorded on the disc) Press Cursor button to select the desired language and then press ENTER button.
Page 34: Setting Tv Screen Type
Setting TV Screen type Press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘TV DISPLAY’ and then Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’...
Page 35: Adjusting The Tv Aspect Ratio (Screen Size)
Adjusting the TV Aspect Ratio (Screen Size) The horizontal to vertical screen size ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while that of wide screen 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 36: 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. Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
Page 37: Enter Button
Press Cursor button to move to ‘PARENTAL’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor buttons to select the desired rating level and then press ENTER button. •...
Page 38: Setting The Password
Setting the Password You can set the password for the Parental (rating level) setting. Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
Page 39 Press Cursor button to move to ‘PASSWORD’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press ENTER button. Enter the password and then press ENTER button. •...
Page 40: Setting The Wallpaper
PAUSE Press Cursor button to move to ‘USER’ and then press ENTER button. Select this to set the Select this to set the desired Samsung Logo image as image as your wallpaper. your wallpaper. JPEG Press LOGO button. • "LOGO COPYING" will be displayed on the TV screen followed by "LOGO COPIED".
Page 41 Press MENU button. Press OPEN/CLOSE button to open and then close the disc tray. To Change the Wallpaper During playback, press PLAY/PAUSE button when you see an image you like. PAUSE Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
Page 42: Setting The Speaker Mode
Setting the Speaker Mode Press MENU button. In the Speaker Setup, press the ENTER button again. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button. Press Cursor , buttons to move to the desired speaker and then press ENTER button.
Page 43: Setting The Test Tone
Setting the Test Tone Press MENU button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. When manually testing using the TEST TONE button Press TEST TONE button. • Test tone will be produced as follows: When playing a DVD or CD, this will work only in Stop mode.
Page 44: Setting The Delay Time
Setting the Delay Time Press MENU button. Setting up the Speaker Delay Time When 5.1CH Surround Sound is played, you can enjoy the best sound if the distance between you and each speaker is the same. Since the sounds arrive at the listening position at different times depending on the placement of speakers, you can adjust this difference by adding a delay effect to the sound of the Center and Surround Speakers.
Page 45 Press Cursor button to move to ‘DELAY TIME’ and then press ENTER button. Setting CENTER SPEAKER • If the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the distance of Df in the figure, set the mode as 0ms. Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.
Page 46: Setting The Audio Quality
Setting the Audio Quality You can adjust the balance and level for each speaker. When adjusting the audio quality using the setup screen Method 1 Press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘SOUND EDIT’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level.
Page 47 When manually adjusting with the SOUND EDIT button Method 2 Adjusting Front Speaker Balance Press SOUND EDIT button and then press Cursor TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED Adjusting Rear Speaker Level Press SOUND EDIT button and then press Cursor TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED...
Page 48: Setting The Drc (Dynamic Range Compression)
Setting the DRC You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night. (Dynamic Range Compression) Press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button.
Page 49 Press Cursor button to move to ‘DRC’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor to adjust the ‘DRC’. • The longer the Cursor button is held down, the greater the effect, and the longer Cursor...
Page 50: Auto Sound Calibration Setup
Auto Sound Calibration Setup * This function is available only for DVD/CD playback. Auto Sound Calibration By setting the auto sound calibration function just once when you relocate or install the unit, you can have the unit automatically recognize the distance between speakers, levels between channels, and frequency characteristics to create a 5.1-channel sound field optimized for the listener's environment.
Page 51 To cancel the auto sound calibration setup, press ASC button. • The tone output stops, "CANCEL ASC" appears in the display followed by "REMOVE MIC", and the setup will be cancelled. To listen in the auto sound calibration mode, briefly press ASC button. (If you set the auto sound calibration in the order from 1 to 4 above for the first time) •...
Page 52: Live Surround Mode
Live Surround Mode Super 5.1 Function You can reproduce a 2-channel sound source, such as VCD, CD, and radio broadcast, in 5.1-channel surround sound. Press SUPER5.1 button. • Each time the button is pressed, the selection alternates between SUPER 5.1 and SUPER OFF. •...
Page 53: Virtual Headphone Function
Virtual Headphone Function Use headphones (not supplied) for private listening pleasure. You can enjoy a dynamic sound effects similar to that of 5.1 channel surround sound using a conventional stereo headphone. Plug the headphones into the headphone jack. (not supplied) V-H/P •...
Page 54: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Mode
Dolby Pro Logic II Mode You can select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio mode. Press PL II MODE button. • Each time the button is pressed, the mode changes as follows. LINEAR PCM TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED MPEG-2 AAC MPEG Note...
Page 55: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Effect
Dolby Pro Logic II Effect This function works only in Dolby Pro Logic MUSIC mode. Press PL II MODE button to select ‘MUSIC’ mode. TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT LINEAR PCM MPEG-2 AAC MPEG Press PL II EFFECT button and then press Cursor buttons to select the next mode.
Page 56: Listening To Radio
Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM, AM broadcast stations) by using either the automatic tuning or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit Press TUNER/ BAND button. • The selection toggles back and forth between "FM", "AM"...
Page 57: Presetting Stations
Presetting Stations You can store up to: • 15 FM stations • 15 AM stations Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory Press the TUNER(BAND) button and select the FM band. • Each time the button is pressed, the band switches between "FM", "AM".
Page 58: Convenient Functions
Convenient Functions Sleep Timer Function You can set the time that the DVD player will shut itself off. Press SLEEP button. • "SLEEP" will be displayed. Each time the button is pressed the preset time changes as follows: 10 OFF. TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT To confirm the sleep timer setting, press SLEEP button.
Page 59: Adjusting Display Brightness
Adjusting Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the display on the main unit so it won't interfere with your movie viewing. Press DIMMER button. • Each time the button is press, the brightness changes as follows: ‘SLIGHTLY DARK DARK Mute Function This is useful when answering a doorbell or...
Page 60: Operating The Tv With The Remote Control
• 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. When operating the TV with the remote control Press the MODE button on the remote control to make the TV indicator flash.
Page 61 TV Brand Code Number Brand SAMSUNG 00(Initial Value), 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 73 ANAM DAEWOO 05, 20, 21, 22, 53 HITACHI SHARP 27, 33, 34, 35, 54 SONY TOSHIBA 27, 37, 42, 43, 44, 46 SANYO MITSUBISHI MATSUSHITA TELEFUNKEN...
Page 62: Before Calling For Service
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. Symptom Disc tray does not open.
Page 63 Symptom • Disc is rotating but no picture is produced. • Picture quality is poor and picture is shaking. The remote control does not work. Audio language and Menu screen does not appear even when the menu function is selected. Aspect ratio cannot be changed.
Page 64: Cautions On Handling And Storing Discs
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and picture quality or cause breaks in playback. Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them. Handling discs Disc Storage Do not keep in direct sunlight •...
Page 65: Specifications
Specifications Power Consumption Weight Dimensions (W x H x D) Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range LW TUNER Usable Sensitivity Usable Sensitivity S/N Ratio Distortion Usable Sensitivity S/N Ratio Distortion VIDEO INPUT Composite Video Composite Video Component Video S-VIDEO Front speaker output Center speaker output Rear speaker output Subwoofer speaker output...
Page 66 Speaker system Impedance Frequency range Output sound pressure level Rated input Maximum input Dimensions (W x H x D) Weights HT-DB1650 Speaker system Impedance Frequency range Output sound pressure level Rated input Maximum input Dimensions (W x H x D) Weights 5.1ch speaker system...
Page 67: Notes On Terminology
Notes on Terminology Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot from a number ANGLE of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left , from the right , etc.). With such discs, the Angle button can be used to change the angle of view for specific scenes. These numbers are recorded on DVD discs.
Page 68: Memo
REV:01 AH68-01327K...

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