Safety Precautions 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. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT NOTE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug.
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 conditions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extreme humidity conditions (less than 10% and more than 75%).
Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Disc Size Audio Video AUDIO-CD Audio * 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.
AUDIO OUT SOCKETS AERIAL IN CONNECTOR AV2 (DEC./EXT.) SCART (EURO-21) SOCKET 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 & VIDEO BATTERIES...
Display Indicators The DVD Deck is active A DVD, CD or SVCD is loaded The time, counter position, time remaining or current deck status is displayed VHS tape is inserted The VCR Deck is active A Timer Recording is programmed or in progress. Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote...
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable You can connect your DVD-VCR to the television using the SCART cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus: Obtain better quality sound and pictures Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD-VCR Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment AV2 IN: By means of 21-pin Scart Cable Plug the SCART Cable with satellite receiver or other equipment into the AV2 (DEC./EXT.) socket on the rear of the DVD-VCR. After making this connection, select the source by pressing the INPUT SEL.
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 8.
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 You must set the date and time when: You purchase the DVD-VCR The time and date are set automatically from the broadcast signal.
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 11). 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 &...
Presetting the Stations Manually You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding buttons to select the ❷...
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 Result: The Setup menu is displayed. Press the corresponding buttons to select ❷...
Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel Your DVD-VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures. Also, you can change the DVD-VCR output channel to adjust the frequency in which information is displayed on the screen.
NICAM NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo, NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language). NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound. Please refer to page 24. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or Result: The Setup menu is displayed.
VideoPlus+ Extend (SV-DVD540/SV-DVD545Only) To prevent delays or over-runs the VCR has a function called VideoPlus Extend allowing you to extend the recording time by up to 60 minutes. Only use if PDC is not available or set to OFF. After pressing the MENU, press the OK or Press the corresponding buttons to select ❷...
Selecting the Cassette Type If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. After pressing the MENU press the corresponding buttons to select the VCR option. ❷...
Recording a Programme Immediately Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corresponding station (unless you are recording via an external video source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 13 and 14. 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).
Using the VideoPlus Feature 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. To enter a VideoPlus, press the TIMER button.
Modifying VideoPlus 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...
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.
Cancelling a Preset Recording You can cancel any programmes that are: Incorrect No longer required Press TIMER on the remote control. Result: The timer selection is displayed. Press the OK button to select Standard option. Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion You can play a cassette in slow motion. No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow motion. Press: ❿ to start playing the cassette ❿ button one more time to make still mode. ❿...
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.
Searching for a Specific Sequence Index Skip Search This feature will enable you to fast forward/rewind to a specific point on a tape: E.g. if you have recorded 3 different programmes on a tape and you have rewound the tape to the beginning, by using this feature you can go directly to the start of programme 2 simply by pressing the SEARCH button.
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable (SV-DVD440/SV-DVD540 Only) 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. Examples: You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a second VCR. You wish to play back and/or copy pictures taken with a camcorder .
(see page 9 for further details) Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control (SV-DVD540/SV-DVD545 Only) Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below.
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 Connection to an Audio System a Television...
Setting Up the Language Features Using the Audio Language 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using , buttons, then OK or ❷ 3 Select Language Setup using ❿ press the OK or button.
Setting Up the Audio Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using buttons, then OK or ❷ Setup Setup Display Setup Setup 3 Select Audio Setup using ❷ ❿ the OK or button.
Setting Up the Display Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using buttons, then OK or ❷ button. Setup Setup Display Setup Setup 3 Select Display Setup using ❷ ❿ press the OK or button.
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 types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button.
A/V Receiver Connections To take full advantage of the movie theater experience that DVD offers, you may want to connect your DVD- VCR to a complete Surround Sound system, including an A/V Receiver and six Surround Sound speakers. Before You Begin... •...
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) To play back using aspect ratio (DVD) 1 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.
Title/Chapter/Time Selection To view the current Title, Chapter/Track, and counter position, press the INFO. button during DVD playback. The Display screen can also be used to quickly choose a title, chapter/track, or playing time. 1 View the Display During DVD/CD playback, press the INFO. button on the remote control.
Angle View Some DVD Movies provide you with various camera angle views on the same scene while they are showing. To activate the feature press the ANGLE Button. 1 Check the Angle Icon You’ll see the Angle Icon while watching a DVD with multi Angles available.
A to B Repeat A to B Repeat feature enables you to repeat the designated section on a DVD or CD. To activate, mark where to start(A) and where to end(B) of the section you want to watch. 1 Select A-B Repeat Function Press the REPEAT button while in Play mode, then use ➛, ❿...
Marks Up to three Bookmarks can be inserted for a given DVD, allowing you to quickly jump to your favorite scene or song. 1 Open Mark Menu During playback, press the MARK button on the remote control. The “MARK” header will be displayed on the screen. CLEAR 2 Select Mark Place holder ➛, ❿...
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MP3/WMA Play Program/Random playback 1 Press the MODE button in STOP mode to switch between the RANDOM and PROGRAM modes. PROGRAM RANDOM • Press the REPEAT button in PLAY mode to hear only music continuously and press it once again to release.
Program Play & Random Play Program Play (CD/MP3/WMA) 1 Press the MODE button. ➛, ❿ 2 Use the buttons to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. PROGRAM RANDOM / ➛, ❿ 3 Use the buttons to select the first ❷ track to add to the program.
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Picture CD Playback Total : 1/3 ROOT ROOT 20020822094 JPEG Album Photo : 1 /215 Photo : 1 /215 Timer : • If no buttons on the remote control are pressed for 10 seconds, the menu will disappear. Press the DISC MENU button on the remote control to display the menu again.
Technical Specifications Rated voltage Power consumption Weight General Size Operating ambient temperature Installation conditions Video input (Rear) Input Audio input (Rear) RF out Audio (DVD, VCR) Output Audio (DVD only) Video (DVD, VCR) Video (DVD only) Tape format Colour system Tuning system Video S/N Resolution...
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...
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Before requesting service (troubleshooting) Problem Disc does not play. 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. icon appears on screen. Playback mode differs from the Setup Menu selection. The screen ratio cannot be changed. No audio. Forgot password If you experience other problems.
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UNITED KINGDOM This Samsung product is warranted for the period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase, against defective materials and workmanship. In the event that warranty service is required, you should return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased.
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