Samsung DVD-CM500 Instruction Manual
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- Page 1 Instruction Manual STANDBY/ON PHONES S.MODE COPY PROG DVD-VCR DVD-CM500 EJECT SELECT P.SCAN www.samsungvcr.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents OREWORD Safety Instructions ... 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 ... - Page 3 Contents Recording a Programme Immediately... Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop ... Using the ShowView ... Modifying ShowView Programming ... Using the Timer Programming Feature ... Checking a Preset Recording ... Cancelling a Preset Recording... LAYING Playing a Cassette ... Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually ...
- Page 4 Contents (cont.) A - A PPENDIX DVANCED Setting the Delay Time... About Speaker Setup ... Sound Mode Function... Listening to the Radio ... Presetting Stations ... OLVING ROBLEMS Technical Specifications... Problems and Solutions (VCR) ... Troubleshooting Guide (DVD)... Prior to undertaking anything, please verify in which section you actually are by checking either the 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 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 (Logos) VIDEO-CD 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 PHONES S.MODE COPY 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DVD DECK DVD OPEN/CLOSE VCR DECK VCR EJECT STANDBY/ON HEADPHONE JACK STOP REW/SKIP BACK BUTTON PLAY/STILL Rear View of the DVD-VCR DVD & VCR AUDIO RADIO ANT. -
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
6 The VCR Deck is active. 7 A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded. 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 AUDIO &... -
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 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 A 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: 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 memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will then be ready for use. Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 11. -
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 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 Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control 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: 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 protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision®... -
Page 18: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Time Date Year 12 : 00 1 / JAN / 2004 THU Auto Clock : On Setting the Menu Language Language : English Install... -
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 TV System VCR Output CH : CH 36 TV STATION TABLE NAME SWAPPING : OK DELETE : CLEAR MANUAL TUNING : - - - DECODER... -
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 TV System VCR Output CH : CH 36 TV STATION TABLE NAME - - - - SWAPPING : OK DELETE : CLEAR TV STATION TABLE... -
Page 23: Selecting The Rf Out Sound Mode (B/G-D/K)
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (B/G-D/K) You can choose the sound mode (B/G or D/K) according to the TV set connected to your VCR. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿. Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding ❷... -
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 ShowView 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. Press the OK or ❿ . Result: The Setup menu is displayed. -
Page 26: Showview Extend
ShowView Extend Language : English Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off Screen Messages : On Colour System : Auto NICAM : On : On ShowView 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 on both 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 Showview
Using the ShowView Standard ShowView Code Code Correct Start Stop WE 01 19 : 00 19 : 30 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 Showview Programming
Modifying ShowView 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 ShowView Start Stop WE 01 19 : 00 19 : 30 The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD- VCR to record a programme up to one month before that Timer Method programme is to be broadcast. -
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 Method is displayed. Press the OK button to select Result: TIMER PROGRAMMING Press the... -
Page 36: Playing A Cassette
Playing a Cassette EJECT SELECT P.SCAN 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 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 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.
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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 DVD & VCR AUDIO RADIO ANT. COAXIAL VIDEO DVD & VCR AUDIO RADIO ANT. COAXIAL VIDEO 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. -
Page 43: Recoding From Another Vcr Or Camcorder
Recoding 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 prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form without the permission of the owners of the corresponding copyright. -
Page 44: Audio Dubbing A Pre-Recorded Cassette
Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette DVD & VCR AUDIO RADIO ANT. COAXIAL VIDEO -0:05:23 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... -
Page 45: 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 46: 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 47: 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 watch a movie. Using the Disc Menu Language This function changes the text language only on the disc menu screens. - Page 48 Setting Up the Language Features Language Setup Disc Menu : English Audio : English Subtitle : Automatic Setup Setup Setup Display Setup Language Setup Disc Menu : English Audio : English Subtitle : Automatic Subtitle Language Automatic Subtitle Using the Audio Language With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button.
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Page 49: Setting Up The Audio Options
Setting Up the Audio Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Select DVD using ❷ Select Audio Setup using ❷ ❿ button. Use the buttons to select the desired item. ❷... -
Page 50: Setting Up The Parental Control
Setting Up the Parental Control Setup Setup Setup Display Setup Use Password : No The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating - which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. -
Page 51: Setting Up The Display Options
Setting Up the Display Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. buttons, then OK or ❿ button. Select DVD using ❷ Select Display Setup using ❿ button. Use the buttons to select the desired item. Then press the ❷... -
Page 52: Component Connections (For Dvd)
Component Connections (for DVD) SPEAKERS DVD Only FRONT R FRONT L COMPONENT VIDEO OUT SURROUND R SURROUND L S-VIDEO OUT To Component Input on Your TV Press "OK" to confirm Prorgessive scan mode. Otherwise press "RETURN". Please set your TV to component input. -
Page 53: 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 button. Still ❿ Press the ll button on the remote control during playback. The picture will still and the audio will mute. To resume playback, press the If the player is left in Still mode for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically. -
Page 54: 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 55 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 56: Using The Display Function (Dvd/Vcd/Cd)
Using the Display Function (DVD/VCD/CD) MOVE MOVE When Playing a DVD 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 57: 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 left hand corner of the screen. When an ANGLE mark is shown, press the ANGLE button, then an ANGLE select icon will appear at the upper left hand corner of the screen. -
Page 58: Repeat Play
Repeat Play Chapter Title A - B VCD/CD Track Disc A - B Using the Zoom (DVD/VCD) 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. -
Page 59: 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 60: Using The Mark Function (Dvd/Vcd)
Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) – – – This feature lets you bookmark sections of a DVD or VCD so you can quickly find them at a later time. Using the Mark Function (DVD) During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Mark icons will be displayed. -
Page 61: Mp3-Cd Playback
MP3-CD Playback MP3-CD Playback Data CDs (CD-Rs, CD-RWs) encoded in MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer 3) format can be played. Before You Begin... • Set the channel to "3" or use the TV/VIDEO button on the TV to select the input source. •... -
Page 62: 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 63: 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 64: Program Play & Random Play
Program Play & Random Play PROGRAM RANDOM Track Program Order RETURN You can listen to songs randomly or in the desired sequence. Up to 20 tracks can be programmed. This function is available only with Audio CDs. Before You Begin... •... -
Page 65: Picture Cd Playback
Picture CD 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 66 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 67: 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 68: About Speaker Setup
About Speaker Setup Ideal Speaker Arrangement Center Speaker Ideally, the center speaker should be positioned at the same height as the front speakers, but it may be placed above or below your TV set. Surround Speakers It is better to place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly downwards, about 24 to 35 inches (60-90 cm) above your ear. - Page 69 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 Press AMP VOL + and AMP VOL - buttons to adjust the speaker volume. The volume can be adjusted to a level between –10 and +10. To Test the Speakers In Stop mode, press the TEST button.
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Page 70: Sound Mode Function
Sound Mode Function NATURAL [NATURAL] JAZZ [JAZZ] CONCE [CONCERT] STA [STADIUM] MOVIE [MOVIE] MUSIC [MUSIC] MA [MATRIX] 4 STEREO [4 STEREO] STEREO [STEREO] Sound Mode Press the SOUND MODE button. Each time you press the button, the mode will change as shown at right. -
Page 71: 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 72: 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 73: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Video input (Rear) Input Audio input (Rear) RF out Audio (DVD, VCR) Output Audio (DVD only) Video (DVD, VCR) Video (DVD only) Tape format Color system Tuning system Video S/N Resolution Audio S/N Audio frequency characteristics 20Hz - 20KHz (Hi-Fi) DISC COMPATIBILITY S/N RATIO DYNAMIC RANGE... -
Page 74: Problems And Solutions (Vcr)
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 75: Troubleshooting Guide (Dvd)
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Before requesting service (troubleshooting) Problem 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 5.1 channel sound is reproduced only when the following conditions are met. - Page 78 ELECTRONICS AK68-00391A...