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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual DVD-V8500 www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety.

  • Page 3: Before You Start

    E F O R E Y O U S TA R T Before you start Accessories Remote Control Batteries-2EA (AK59-00008X) 1.5V(AAA) (AC43-12002H) Install Batteries in the Remote Control Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control. Insert two AAA batteries.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Method1: Antenna + DVD-VCR + TV: No Cable box ...11 Method2: Antenna + DVD-VCR + TV: Cable box with many scrambled channels ...12 Method3: Antenna + DVD-VCR + TV: Cable box with a few scrambled channels ...12 Before Connecting the DVD-VCR ...13 Connection to a TV ...13...
  • Page 5 Searching for a Specific Sequence ...73 Basic Recording ...75 Special Recording Features ...76 Using One-Touch Recording ...77 Selecting the Recording Speed ...78 Using a Timer Recording ...79 Chapter 6: Reference Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control ...81 Troubleshooting ...82 Technical Specifications ...84 ENG-5...

  • Page 6: General Features

    Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD- VCR directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy- protected DVD discs.

  • Page 7: Disc Type And Characteristics

    Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Disc Size Max. Playing Time Audio Video AUDIO-CD Audio CD-R,CD-RW and DVD-RW, -R, DVD+RW, +R discs may not be playable in all cases due to the disc ■ type or condition of the recording. Disc Markings Play Region Number NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea,...

  • Page 8: Description

    Press to open and close the disc tray. VCR Deck Insert a standard VHS video tape. EJECT Press to eject a video tape if the tape is stopped. POWER Press to turn the DVD-VCR on and off. MULTI CARD INPUT...

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Video/Audio input jacks on your television. Notes ■ Consult your TV User’s Manual to find out if your TV supports Progressive Scan. If Progressive Scan is supported, follow the TV User’s Manual regarding Progressive Scan settings in the TV’s menu system. ■...

  • Page 10: Tour Of The Remote Control

    Use to display the DVD’s subtitle language. 10 MENU button Brings up the DVD-VCR player’s menu. 11 ENTER/… … † † œ œ √ √ buttons This button functions as a toggle switch. 12 REC button Use to begin recording.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Antenna Cable

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting the Antenna Cable There are several ways to connect your DVD-VCR. Select one of the following antenna connections that best suits you below. Method 1: Antenna + DVD-VCR + TV: No Cable box ■...

  • Page 12: Method2: Antenna + Dvd-Vcr + Tv: Cable Box With Many Scrambled Channels

    You cannot record one channel while watching another channel. Be sure that the cable box is turned on. Method3: Antenna + DVD-VCR + TV: Cable box with a few scrambled channels You can record non-scrambled channels by selecting the channel on the cable box.

  • Page 13: Before Connecting The Dvd-Vcr

    - The number and position of terminals may vary depending on your TV set. Please refer to the user's manual of your TV. - If there is one audio input terminal on the TV, connect it to the AUDIO OUT Left (white) terminal of the DVD- VCR.

  • Page 14: Connection To A Tv (S-Video)

    VCR appears on your TV screen. Notes - If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 17 to 18) - The number and position of terminals may vary depending on the TV set.

  • Page 15: Connection To A Tv (Interlace)

    - If you want to connect to an Amplifier, please refer to the Amplifier connection page. (See pages 17 to 18) - The component terminal of your TV may be marked “R-Y, B-Y, Y” or “Cr, Cb, Y” instead of “P depending on the manufacturer.

  • Page 16: Connection To A Tv (Progressive)

    DVD-VCR appears on the TV screen. To see the progressive video output, - Consult your TV User’s Manual to find out if your TV supports Progressive Scan. If Progressive Scan is supported, follow the TV User’s Manual regarding Progressive Scan settings in the TV’s menu system.

  • Page 17: Connection To An Audio System

    Amplifier's audio input. Notes - Please turn the volume down when you turn on the Amplifier. Sudden loud sound may cause damage to the speakers and your ears. - Please set the audio in the menu screen according to the Amplifier. (See pages 56 to 57) - The position of terminals may vary depending on the Amplifier.

  • Page 18: Connection To An Audio System (Dolby Digital, Mpeg2 Or Dts Amplifier)

    Notes - When you connect the DVD-VCR to DTS Amplifier and play a DTS disc, set the DTS to On in Audio Setup menu. If it is set to Off, sound will not be heard, or there will be a loud sound.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Power Cord & Auto Setup

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting a Power Cord & Auto Setup Your DVD-VCR's power cord should be plugged into a standard 120V/60Hz wall outlet. Avoid pressing any buttons on the remote control or on the unit during Auto Setup.

  • Page 20: Selecting A Menu Language

    C h a p t e r 3 N I T I A L Selecting a Menu Language To change the on-screen MENU language to English, French or Spanish, follow these steps. Press the MENU button. Press the …/† buttons to select Setup, then press the √...

  • Page 21: Setting The Clock

    N I T I A L Setting the Clock This menu is used to set the current time. You need to set the time to use timer recording. Setting the Clock Automatically Press the MENU button. Press the …/† buttons to select Setup, then press the √...
  • Page 22 Yes, No or Auto. Press the MENU button to exit. E T U P ENG-22 Note If your clock is set to the wrong Time Zone or Daylight Saving, you can adjust these settings without turning off the Auto Clock Set function.

  • Page 23: Setting The Clock Manually

    N I T I A L Setting the Clock Manually If Auto Setup fails to set the DVD-VCR’s internal clock by locating a local TV station, follow these steps to set the date and time manually. Note: For accurate Timer Recording, your DVD-VCR's internal clock must be set correctly.

  • Page 24: Memorizing The Channel

    N I T I A L Memorizing the Channels Selecting the Video Signal-source This feature allows you to manually set the DVD-VCR’s tuner band to Antenna or Cable, whichever you connected to the Antenna In jack during initial setup. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 25: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)

    Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Use this feature if Auto Channel Search missed a channel that you would like to add, delete a channel you wish to remove. Press the …/† buttons to select Channel Add/Delete, then press the √...

  • Page 26: Selecting The Rf Output Channel

    N I T I A L Selecting the RF Output Channel Use this feature if DVD-VCR is connected to TV using RF antenna cable. Press the MENU button. Press the …/† buttons to select Setup, then press the √ or ENTER button.

  • Page 27: Setting The Front Panel Display

    N I T I A L Setting the Front Panel Display You can set the Front Panel Display to be bright all the time, dim all the time, or to automatically dim during power off. Press the MENU button. Press the …/† buttons to select Setup, then press the √...

  • Page 28: Setting The Power Off Automatically

    N I T I A L Setting the Power Off Automatically This feature automatically turns off your DVD-VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any buttons for the selected time. Press the MENU button. Press the …/† buttons to select Setup, then press the √...

  • Page 29: Playing A Disc

    - Turn on your TV and set it to the correct Video Input on your TV's remote control. - If you connected an external Audio System, turn on your Audio System and set it to the correct Audio Input. Playback Press the OPEN/CLOSE ( button.
  • Page 30 - Screen stops, no sound. - To resume, press the (Play/Pause) button once again. Note If the player is left for about 5 minutes in pause mode, it will stop. - Each time the button is pressed, a new frame will appear.

  • Page 31: Using The Search And Skip Functions

    P E R AT I O N S 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. Searching through a Chapter or Track...

  • Page 32: Using The Display Function

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Using the Display Function When Playing a DVD/CD During play, press the INFO. button on the remote control. Press the …/† buttons to select the desired item. Press the œ/√ buttons to make the desired setup and then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 33 A DVD disc can have up to eight different soundtracks. Refers to the subtitle languages available in the disc. You will be able to choose the subtitle languages or, if you prefer, turn them off from the screen. SUBTITLE A DVD disc can have up to 32 different subtitles.

  • Page 34: Using The Disc And Title Menu (Dvd)

    Notes - Depending on the disc, the Disc Menu or Title Menu may not be available. - You can also use the Disc Menu by using the DISC MENU button on the remote control. - Title Menu will only be displayed if there are at least two titles in the disc.

  • Page 35: Using The Function Menu (Dvd)

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Using the Function Menu (DVD) During the playback of a DVD disc, press the MENU button on the remote control. Press the …/† buttons to select Function, then press the √...

  • Page 36: Repeat Play

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. When playing a DVD/CD During play, press the REPEAT button on the remote control.
  • Page 37 D V D O P E R AT I O N S Using the A-B Repeat function During play, press the REPEAT button on the remote control. Repeat screen appears. Press the œ/√ buttons to select A-. Mark the Starting Point...

  • Page 38: Slow Repeat Play

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Slow Repeat Play This feature allows you to slowly to repeat scenes containing sports, dancing, musical instruments being played etc., so you can study them more closely. When playing a DVD During play, press the (Play/Pause) button.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Aspect Ratio (Ez View)

    P E R AT I O N S Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) Set the aspect ratio (length x width) of your TV screen so the DVD-VCR will display movies at the appropriate size for your television. To Playback using Aspect Ratio (DVD) Press the EZ VIEW button.
  • Page 40 - VERTICAL FIT When a 4:3 DVD is viewed on a 16:9 TV, black bars will appear at the left and right of the screen in order to prevent the picture from looking horizontally stretched.

  • Page 41: Selecting The Audio Language

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Selecting the Audio Language You can select a desired audio language quickly and easily with the AUDIO button. Using the AUDIO button (DVD/CD) During play, press the AUDIO button.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Subtitle Language

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Selecting the Subtitle Language You can select a desired subtitle quickly and easily with the SUBTITLE button. Using the SUBTITLE button (DVD) During play, press the SUBTITLE button.

  • Page 43: Changing The Camera Angle

    ANGLE icon, press the CLEAR or RETURN button. Using the Bookmark Function This feature lets you bookmark sections of a DVD so you can quickly find them at a later time. Using the MARK button (DVD) During play, press the MARK button on the remote control.
  • Page 44 D V D O P E R AT I O N S Recalling a Marked Scene During play, press the MARK button on the remote control. Press the œ/√ buttons to select a marked scene. Press the (Play/Pause) button to skip to the marked scene.

  • Page 45: Using The Zoom Function (Dvd)

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Using the Zoom Function (DVD) During the playback of a DVD disc, press the MENU button on the remote control. Press the …/† buttons to select Function, then press the √...

  • Page 46: How To Insert A Memory Card

    Pro, Memory Stick Duo, Mini SD Card ,XD-Picture Card. through the upper slot and Compact Flash, Micro Drive through the lower slot. If cards are inserted in both slots, the Compact Flash or Micro Drive in the the lower slot has priority. We recommend you only insert one Memory Card at a time in the unit.

  • Page 47: Clips Menu For Mp3/Wma/Jpeg

    Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG Discs with MP3/WMA/JPEG contain individual songs and/or pictures that can be organized into folders as shown below. They are similar to how you use your computer to put files into different folders. Open the disc tray.

  • Page 48: Mp3/Wma Playback

    - When pushing the DVD/M.CARD button to play disc again, the player doesn’t remember where you stopped. - It is impossible to write MP3 or JPEG files to a Memory Card in this unit as it is read only. - Only MP3/WMA Format files with the “ .mp3 and .wma” extensions can be played.
  • Page 49 D V D O P E R AT I O N S MP3/WMA file When you record MP3 or WMA files on CD-R/Memory Card, please refer to the following. - Your MP3 or WMA files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format.

  • Page 50: Program Play & Random Play

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Program Play & Random Play 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.

  • Page 51: Picture Cd Playback

    : Each time the ENTER button is pressed, the picture rotates 90 degrees clockwise. Zoom : Press the … … /† † or œ/√ buttons to select the part of the screen you want to zoom in on. Press the ENTER button. Each time the ENTER button is pressed, the picture is enlarged up to 4X.
  • Page 52 - 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. - Only CD-R discs with JPEG files in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played.

  • Page 53: Using The Setup Menu

    Œ Language: Setup of the Language. ´ Audio: Setup of the Audio Options. ˇ Display: Setup of the Display Options. Used to select which type of screen you want to watch and several display options. ¨ Parental: Setup of the Parental Level. Allows users to set the level necessary to prevent children from viewing unsuitable movies such as those with violence, adult subject matter, etc.

  • Page 54: Setting Up The Language Features

    P E R AT I O N S Setting Up the Language Features If you set the audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote control.
  • Page 55 D V D O P E R AT I O N S Language Function Disc Menu To set the Disc Menu Language to your preferred language, follow these steps. If your preferred language is available on a DVD, your Disc Menu Language will automatically be set to the language you choose.

  • Page 56: Setting Up The Audio Options

    P E R AT I O N S Setting Up the Audio Options Audio Options allows you to set up sound for use with your external audio system. With the DVD in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote control.
  • Page 57 D V D O P E R AT I O N S Audio Options Digital Output - PCM: Converts to PCM(2CH) audio. - Bitstream: Outputs Dolby Digital via the digital output. Select Bitstream when connecting to a Dolby Digital Decoder.

  • Page 58: Setting Up The Display Options

    D V D O P E R AT I O N S Setting Up the Display Options Display options enable you to set various video functions of the player. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote control.

  • Page 59: Display Options

    (aspect ratio). - 4:3 Letter Box: Select when you want to see the total 16:9 ratio screen DVD supplies, even though you have a TV with a 4:3 ratio screen. Black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen.

  • Page 60: 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. With the DVD in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote control.
  • Page 61 √ or ENTER button. e.g) Setting up in Level 6. - To make the DVD setup menu - For example, if you select up to Level ENG-61 disappear, press the MENU button. 6, discs that contain Level 7, 8 will...

  • Page 62: Changing The Password

    - To make the DVD setup menu Note If you forgot your password, press power on from a cold start with no disc in the unit. Press the simultaneously on the front panel for 5 seconds. The “Reset Ok” message will appear.

  • Page 63: Inserting And Ejecting A Video Cassette Tape

    P E R AT I O N S In this chapter, you will learn how to play a video cassette tape, how to use the time counter and memory stop features, and how to record a program as you are watching TV.

  • Page 64: Playing A Pre-Recorded Video Cassette Tape

    - For more information on the safety tab, see page 75. - The VCR does not play sound while a video tape is paused. - If you see white lines on the screen, see “Using Automatic Tracking” on page 66. ENG-64...

  • Page 65: Special Vcr Playback Features

    P E R AT I O N S Special VCR Playback Features While a videotape is playing, you can enjoy a variety of special playback features, including Still, Frame Advance, Skip, Repeat, and more. Press the Play/Pause button again to resume normal playback.

  • Page 66: Using Automatic Tracking

    The Tracking adjustment removes the white lines that sometimes appear during playback because of slight differences in recording decks. The TRK button will automatically align the recorded tracks with the playback heads to solve this problem. You may also set tracking manually.

  • Page 67: Selecting The Cassette Type

    P E R AT I O N S 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. Press the MENU button on the remote control.

  • Page 68: Setting The Auto Play

    V C R O P E R AT I O N S Setting the Auto Play If you want your videotapes to play automatically when you insert them, turn on Auto Play. Press the MENU button on the remote control.

  • Page 69: Setting The Auto Repeat

    V C R O P E R AT I O N S Setting the Auto Repeat If you want your videotapes to play repeatedly, turn on Auto Repeat. Press the MENU button on the remote control. Press the …/† buttons to select VCR, then press the √...

  • Page 70: Using The Tape Counter

    - Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR. - Allows you to easily find the beginning of a sequence. - If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you must indicate the type of cassette being used. Insert a cassette in your DVD- VCR.

  • Page 71: Using The Assemble Edit Function

    P E R AT I O N S Using the Assemble Edit Function This function allows you to start a new recording at a specific position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene change. Insert the cassette to be edited in your DVD-VCR.

  • Page 72: Selecting The Audio Output Mode

    When you have finished recording, press the (Stop) button. 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. Press the AUDIO button on the remote control until the required option is displayed.

  • Page 73: 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 74: Variable Search System

    The VCR will fast forward, searching for a blank position, and then automatically stop at that position. If the VCR reaches the end of the tape during end search, the tape will be ejected. Scan and play Use scan and play when you don’t know exactly where a...

  • Page 75: Basic Recording

    Note Be sure your videotape has a Record Safety Tab. If the tab is missing, you can cover the opening with a small piece of tape. Warning: Do not cover this opening unless you are sure you want to record over the tape.

  • Page 76: Special Recording Features

    Press the (Stop) button. Special Recording Features While a recording is in progress, you can watch a different channel or a DVD, or add recording time in 30- minute increments. To Watch a different Channel while Recording Make sure that you connect the DVD-VCR to the TV using an RF cable.

  • Page 77: Using One-Touch Recording

    To Add Recording Time See One-Touch Recording (OTR) below. Using One-Touch Recording One-Touch Recording (OTR) allows you to add recording time in 30-minute increments up to 4 hours at the touch of a button. Insert a blank VHS tape into the VCR deck.

  • Page 78: Selecting The Recording Speed

    DVD-VCR will automatically be turned off when the OTR finished. Selecting the Recording Speed You can slow down the recording speed from SP to SLP in order to fit six hours of programming on a T-120 tape. Press the SPEED button on the remote control to select the Record Speed.

  • Page 79: Using A Timer Recording

    Insert a blank videotape into the VCR deck. Be sure to leave the Record Safety Tab intact. With the Timer Recording function, you can program up to 7 events at a time to record up to a month in advance.
  • Page 80 P E R AT I O N S Selecting Auto Speed If the length of the videotape is not long enough for a timer recording in the SP mode, set the recording tape speed to “Auto”. Recording will start in the SP mode. If the length is not long enough, the tape speed will automatically change from SP mode to SLP mode.

  • Page 81: Using The Tv Buttons On The Remote Control

    If your television is compatible with the remote control, it will switch off. It is now programmed to operate with the remote control. If several codes are indicated for your television brand, try each one in turn until you find one that works. You can then control the television using the following buttons.

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the above instructions, note: - The model and serial number on the rear of your DVD-VCR - The warranty information - A clear description of the problem Then contact your nearest SAMSUNG service center.
  • Page 83 • Press the œœ √√ buttons simultaneously for more than 5 seconds The screen is with no disc in the unit. All settings will revert to the factory settings. blocked • Press the œœ √√ buttons simultaneously for more than 5 seconds Forgot password with no disc in the unit.

  • Page 84: Technical Specifications

    POWER REQUIREMENT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT WEIGHT - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd reserves the right to change the specifications with out notice. - Weight and dimensions are approximate. 2 Stereo audio inputs, RCA Connector, -8dbm, 47KΩ, front and rear 2 Composite video inputs, RCA Connector, 75Ω, 1Vp-p Antenna or CATV Input, F-Connector, 75Ω...
  • Page 85 M E M O ENG-85...
  • Page 86 One (1) Year Parts / Ninety (90) days Labor This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States, and does not include transportation, installation, removal or reinstallation.
  • Page 87 HEADQUARTERS 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511 TEL: 1-800-SAMSUNG SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsung.com AK68-00593F-00...

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