Samsung HT-TZ215 User Manual
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Summarization of Contents
Features
Disc and Media Playback Features
Supports various disc types and media files via USB, including DivX and MP3.
Audio Processing Features
Includes Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS, and AV SYNC for enhanced audio.
System and Connectivity Features
Covers screen saver, power saving, Anynet+, Bluetooth, and customizable display.
What's Included
Included Accessories
Lists essential accessories like cables, manuals, remote, and microphone.
Safety Information
General Safety Warnings
Reduces risk of electric shock; no user-serviceable parts; refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Laser Product and Electrical Precautions
Identifies Class 1 Laser Product and provides warnings for fire, shock, and proper plug use.
Environmental and Placement Precautions
Covers avoiding liquids, proper ventilation, and responsible disposal of the product.
Safety Information
Operational Precautions
Guidelines for safe installation, ventilation, and operation to prevent overheating and damage.
Environmental and Disposal Precautions
Addresses battery disposal and protection from moisture/heat/magnetic fields.
Getting Started
Before Reading the User's Manual
Important terms, icons, and safety instructions to review before operating the unit.
Manual Icons and Usage Notes
Explains icons used in the manual and provides tips for operating functions.
About Using This Manual
Advises reviewing safety instructions and troubleshooting before use.
Getting Started
Playable Discs
Lists supported disc types (DVD-AUDIO, DVD-VIDEO, AUDIO-CD, DivX) and their characteristics.
Disc Compatibility Issues
Details discs not supported (CD-G, CD-I, etc.) and issues with region codes or improper recording.
Copy Protection
Explains copy protection methods and recommends direct connection to TV to avoid distorted pictures.
Getting Started
Disc Type and Characteristics
Provides specific details and limitations for CD-R, CD-R MP3, CD-R JPEG, and DivX discs.
Description
Front Panel Overview
Identifies and describes the buttons and connectors on the front panel of the unit.
Display Indicators
Explains the meaning of various indicators shown on the unit's display panel.
Description
Rear Panel Connections
Details the input/output jacks and connectors located on the rear panel of the unit.
Remote Control
Tour of the Remote Control
Identifies and describes the function of each button on the remote control.
Remote Control
Inserting Remote Batteries
Step-by-step instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control and precautions.
Remote Control
Setting the Remote Control for TV Operation
Guide on programming the remote to control a Samsung TV or other brands.
Remote Control Operating Range
Specifies the effective distance and angle for remote control operation.
Remote Control
TV Brand Code List
A comprehensive list of codes for various TV brands to set up remote control compatibility.
Connections
Connecting the Speakers
Instructions for positioning and connecting front, center, rear speakers, and subwoofer.
Connections
Speaker Stand and Wall Mount Installation
Details on installing speaker stands and wall mounts for front, rear, and center speakers.
Speaker Components
Lists the components included for speaker stand and wall mount installations.
Connections
Installing the Cradle Stand
Step-by-step guide for assembling and attaching the cradle stand to speakers.
Installing the Wall Mount
Step-by-step guide for attaching the wall mount bracket to speakers.
Connections
Installing the Wall Mount (Continued)
Further steps for wall mount installation, including hole covers and brackets.
Front/Rear Tallboy Stand Assembly
Details on assembling the tallboy stands for front/rear speakers and listing required screws.
Connections
Speaker Stand Installation
Instructions for installing speakers onto the stand and stand base using screws.
Connections
Connecting Speaker Wires
Guide for connecting front, rear, center, and subwoofer speaker wires to the main unit for HT-Z310.
Connections
Connecting Speaker Wires (HT-TZ215/HT-TZ315)
Guide for connecting speaker wires for HT-TZ215/HT-TZ315 models, including safety notes.
Connections
Wireless Receiving Amplifier Setup
Instructions for connecting the wireless amplifier and TX card for HT-Z310 models.
Connections
Wireless Receiver Module Placement and Tips
Advice on optimal placement, potential interference, range, and troubleshooting for wireless connections.
Connections
Connecting Video Output to TV
Explains four methods for connecting video output, focusing on HDMI and Component Video.
HDMI Connection Details
Connects the unit's HDMI OUT to the TV's HDMI IN for digital video and audio.
Component Video Connection Details
Connects Component Video Output (Y, Pb, Pr) to TV's Component Video Input.
Connections
Scart and Composite Video Connections
Details connecting via Scart and Composite Video, including Video Select Function.
Connections
HDMI Auto Detection Function
Player automatically switches to HDMI output mode when an HDMI cable is connected.
HDMI Function
Details on HDMI interface, HDCP, Anynet+, and resolution selection for optimal video output.
Resolution Selection
Allows user to choose screen resolution for HDMI output from available options.
Connections
Using Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
Enables integrated control of Home Cinema and Samsung TV via HDMI, including operation and audio output settings.
Connections
Connecting Audio from External Components
Guides on connecting external devices like MP3 players via AUX IN 1.
AUX1 Input Connection
Connects external component's audio out to AUX IN 1 on the unit.
Connections
AUX2 Analog Input Connection
Connects external analog components via AUX IN 2, including VCRs.
Optical Digital Input Connection
Connects external digital components like set-top boxes via the Optical Input.
Connections
Connecting the FM Antenna
Instructions for connecting the FM antenna for optimal radio reception.
Cooling Fan Operation
Information regarding the cooling fan and precautions for ventilation.
Connecting a Microphone
Guide for connecting microphones for karaoke or voice input functions.
Before Using Your Home Cinema
Initial Setup and TV Control
Steps for plugging in, operating the unit, and using the remote to control the TV.
Selecting the Video Format
Instructions for setting the video format (PAL/NTSC) for optimal playback based on disc and TV standards.
Playback
Disc Playback Operations
Basic playback controls including opening/closing tray, loading disc, starting, stopping, and pausing playback.
Playback
MP3/WMA-CD Playback
How to play music files from CDs encoded with MP3 or WMA formats.
Navigating Files with Icons
Explains how to select file types (Music, Image, Movie, All) using icons on the screen.
Playback
JPEG File Playback
Instructions for playing JPEG image files from discs, including slide mode and rotate/flip functions.
Slide Mode Function
Displays images sequentially for a set duration.
Rotate/Flip Function
Allows rotating or flipping images during playback.
Playback
DivX Playback Functions
Details on fast playback, skip functions, audio language, and subtitle display for DivX discs.
Skip Forward/Back
Navigates between files on the disc during playback.
Fast Playback Modes
Allows playback at accelerated speeds (2x, 4x, 8x, 32x).
Subtitle Display Options
Controls the display of subtitles, including turning them off.
Playback
Subtitle Language Selection
How to select subtitle languages when multiple options are available on a DivX disc.
DivX File Format Support
Lists supported video and audio formats and technical specifications for DivX playback.
Caption Function
Instructions for using subtitle caption files (.smi) with DivX media files.
Playback
Displaying Disc Information
Shows details about the disc, audio modes, and playback status.
Checking Remaining Time
Displays the total and remaining time for titles, chapters, or tracks.
Playback
Fast and Slow Playback Speeds
Controls playback speed for fast forward, rewind, and slow motion.
Skipping Scenes or Songs
Allows navigation to the next/previous chapter, track, or directory.
Playback
Repeat Playback Modes
Enables repeated playback of chapters, titles, tracks, groups, discs, or in random order.
Selecting Repeat Mode via Info Screen
Method to select repeat playback modes using the disc information screen.
Playback
A-B Repeat Playback
Allows repeating a specific segment (A to B) of a DVD.
Step Function
Advances playback frame by frame.
Playback
Angle Function
View scenes from different camera angles on discs that support multiple angles.
Zoom Function
Enlarge specific areas of the displayed image at different zoom levels.
Playback
Bonus Group Access (HT-Z310/TZ312/TZ315)
Accessing extra bonus content on DVD-Audio discs using a key number.
Navigating Pages (HT-Z310/TZ312/TZ315)
Selecting desired images from DVD-Audio discs containing still images.
Playback
Audio Language Selection
Choose the desired audio language for playback from available options.
Subtitle Language Selection
Select the preferred subtitle language or turn subtitles off.
Moving Directly to Scene/Song
Jump to specific titles, tracks, chapters, or times on the disc.
Playback
Moving Directly to Scene/Song (Continued)
Using numeric buttons and folders to navigate to specific content.
Using the Disc Menu
Accessing disc-specific menus for audio, subtitles, and settings.
Playback
Using the Title Menu
Viewing and selecting different movie titles available on a DVD.
Playback
Using Bluetooth Wireless Audio
Connect and play music wirelessly from Bluetooth-enabled devices.
What is Bluetooth?
Explains Bluetooth technology and its principles for wireless connectivity.
Connecting to a Bluetooth Device
Step-by-step guide to pair the Home Cinema System with a Bluetooth device.
Playback
Disconnecting Bluetooth Devices
Procedures to disconnect the Bluetooth device from the Home Cinema System.
Playback
Playing Media Files via USB Host
Connect and play media files (music, photos, videos) from USB storage devices.
Safe USB Device Removal
Procedure to safely remove USB devices to prevent data corruption.
USB File Navigation
Navigating through files on a USB device during playback.
Playback
USB Fast Playback
Controls playback speed for files played from USB devices.
Compatible USB Devices and Formats
Lists supported USB devices and media file formats for playback.
System Setup
Setting the Language
Configure OSD, Audio, Subtitle, and Disc Menu languages.
System Setup
Setting TV Screen Type
Adjust the TV aspect ratio (Widescreen/4:3) for optimal viewing.
Adjusting TV Aspect Ratio
Guides on fitting 16:9 or 4:3 content to different TV screen sizes.
System Setup
Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level)
Restrict playback of DVDs based on content rating levels.
Setting the Password
Set or change the password for parental control settings.
System Setup
Setting the Wallpaper
Set a favorite image as the background wallpaper during DVD or JPEG playback.
Selecting Wallpaper Settings
Choose from default Samsung logo or saved user images as wallpaper.
System Setup
DVD Playback Mode Selection
Switch between DVD-Video and DVD-Audio playback modes for DVD-Audio discs.
DivX Registration
Information on registering the player for DivX video on demand format.
Setting the Speaker Mode
Adjust speaker output and frequency response based on configuration.
System Setup
Setting the Delay Time
Adjust audio delay for center and rear speakers to synchronize sound with placement.
Speaker Delay Time Setup
Details on setting delay times based on speaker placement distances.
Center Speaker Delay Setting
How to set the delay time for the center speaker based on distance.
Rear Speaker Delay Setting
How to set the delay time for rear speakers based on distance.
System Setup
Using the Test Tone
Check speaker connections by sending a test tone to each speaker.
Setting Audio Levels and Balance
Adjust balance and volume levels for individual speakers.
System Setup
Manually Adjusting Speaker Volume/Balance
Fine-tune speaker volume and balance using the SOUND EDIT button.
Setting Dynamic Range Compression (DRC)
Balances loud and quiet sounds for optimal Dolby Digital viewing at low volumes.
System Setup
Setting AV Sync
Adjust audio delay to match video when connected to a digital TV.
Setting HDMI Audio Output
Toggle HDMI audio transmission ON/OFF for TV or Home Cinema speaker output.
System Setup
Sound Field (DSP)/EQ Function
Select DSP modes or EQ settings to optimize sound for music genres.
Dolby Pro Logic II Mode Selection
Choose desired audio modes like Music, Cinema, Pro Logic, Matrix, or Stereo.
System Setup
Dolby Pro Logic II Effect Settings
Adjust effects like Panorama, C-Width, and Dimensions within Dolby Pro Logic MUSIC mode.
P.BASS Function
Boosts bass for a more powerful sound, with specific source limitations.
Radio
Tuning and Listening to Radio
Guides on using the remote control and main unit for tuning and listening to FM stations.
Presetting Radio Stations
Steps to save favorite FM stations for quick access.
Radio
About RDS Broadcasting
Explains Radio Data System features like program type, station name, and text messages.
RDS Function Description
Details PTY, PS Name, RT, CT, and TA information provided by RDS.
Displaying RDS Signals
How to view RDS information on the display by pressing the RDS DISPLAY button.
Radio
PTY Search Function
Locates programs by specifying PTY codes for genre-based searching.
Searching for Programs by PTY Code
Step-by-step guide to use PTY SEARCH to find stations based on program type.
Convenient Function
Sleep Timer Function
Set the unit to automatically shut off after a specified time.
Adjusting Display Brightness
Control the brightness of the unit's front display.
Mute Function
Temporarily silence audio output.
Troubleshooting
Disc Tray and Playback Issues
Solutions for disc tray not opening or playback not starting immediately.
Sound Production Problems
Addresses issues like no sound, sound from few speakers, or incorrect surround sound.
Remote Control Malfunctions
Troubleshooting steps for when the remote control is not working.
Video Output Issues
Solutions for discs rotating without picture or poor/shaking picture quality.
Troubleshooting
Audio and Subtitle Issues
Explains why audio language and subtitles might not work or menu screens may not appear.
Aspect Ratio and Unit Operation
Guides on changing aspect ratio and troubleshooting main unit power or operational issues.
Forgotten Password and Radio Reception
Steps for resetting forgotten passwords and improving radio reception.
Language Code List
Language Code Numbers
A list of codes for various languages used in initial settings for audio, subtitle, and disc menus.
USB Host Feature Supported Products
Supported Digital Cameras
Lists compatible digital camera models and brands for USB host feature.
Supported USB Flash Drives
Lists compatible USB flash drive models and brands.
Supported MP3 Players
Lists compatible MP3 player models and brands.
Appendix
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
Provides guidelines for proper handling, cleaning, and storage of discs to maintain quality.
Appendix
Specifications
Technical details including power, dimensions, disc compatibility, video output, and audio specifications.
General Specifications
Covers power consumption, weight, dimensions, and operating temperature/humidity.
Disc Specifications
Details reading speeds and maximum playback times for DVD and CD formats.
Video and Audio Specifications
Lists resolutions for composite, component, and HDMI video outputs.
Appendix
HT-Z210 Specifications
Detailed specifications for the HT-Z210 model, including speaker system, impedance, and dimensions.
HT-TZ212 Specifications
Detailed specifications for the HT-TZ212 model, including speaker system, impedance, and dimensions.
HT-TZ215 Specifications
Detailed specifications for the HT-TZ215 model, including speaker system, impedance, and dimensions.
Appendix
HT-Z310 Specifications
Detailed specifications for the HT-Z310 model, including speaker system, impedance, and dimensions.
HT-TZ312 Specifications
Detailed specifications for the HT-TZ312 model, including speaker system, impedance, and dimensions.
HT-TZ315 Specifications
Detailed specifications for the HT-TZ315 model, including speaker system, impedance, and dimensions.
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