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............. Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable ......Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable.........
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Contents (cont.) LAYING Playing a Cassette..................Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically ............ Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually ............Selecting the Audio Output Mode..............Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion ..............Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind............Searching for a Specific Sequence ............... Using the Tape Counter ................Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable ..........
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Contents (cont.) OLVING ROBLEMS Technical Specifications ................Problems and Solutions (VCR)..............Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) ............... This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corpration and other rights owners.
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 Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature condi- to direct sunlight.
Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : Max. Disc Types Recording Disc Size Playing Characteristics (Logos) Types Time Single-sided • DVD contains excellent sound 240 min. 12 Cm and video due to Dolby Digital Double-sided...
Infrared Remote Control STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON SCREEN FIT, SVHS DVD, VCR, TV, INPUT SELECT TV VOLUME OPEN/CLOSE MUTE REWIND, SKIP BACK SCREEN FIT STOP SVHS ZOOM MENU SELECT 10 INFO. INPUT 11 ENTER 12 LEFT TV VOL. PROG/TRK AMP VOL. 13 RECORD 14 TEST 15 SPEAKER...
10 DVD to VHS copy is in progress 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 &...
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.
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.
Connecting Other Equipment to Your DVD-VCR You can connect other audio and/or video equipment to your DVD-VCR in different ways. The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities. The RCA input/output connectors on the rear of the DVD-VCR are used for equipment, such as camcorders, VCRs or sound systems.
Plug & Auto Set up Your DVD-VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged LANGUAGE SET into the mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in ❿ English memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will Français then be ready for use.
Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not using a RCA cable STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON To view pictures from your DVD-VCR when a RCA cable is used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode (AV).
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 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.
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®...
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: Purchase the DVD-VCR Find that the remote control is no longer working correctly Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
Menu Language Open “MAIN MENU” RETURN MENU INFO. CLEAR /A. DUB With the DVD in stop mode, press the MENU button. Set “LANGUAGE” or ➛, ❿ buttons, move the selection arrow to Using the ❷ Language set then press ENTER button. Set menu Language Move the selection bar to your desired Language, then press ENTER button.
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 MAIN MENU page 13). Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts.
Presetting the Stations Manually You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. Press the MENU button on the remote control. MAIN MENU Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. or ➛, ❿ buttons to select the Press the corresponding ❷...
Clearing a Preset Station If you have stored a TV station: That you do not require At the wrong programme position MAIN MENU you can cancel it. Press the MENU button on the remote control. INSTALLATION RETURN ➛ ❿ ENTER ❷...
Changing the Preset Station Table You can rearrange the Station Table and give different programme numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences. MAIN MENU Press the MENU button on the remote control. or ➛, ❿ buttons to select the Press the corresponding ❷...
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (K-B-M-G-I) You can choose the sound mode (K/B , M/G or I) according to the TV set connected to your VCR. MAIN MENU Press MENU on the remote control. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. or ➛, ❿...
Selecting the Colour Mode Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard. Otherwise, the system automatically selects the reception standard when you select AUTO. When playing back a cassette, the standard is automatically selected by the DVD-VCR. MAIN MENU When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD- VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your...
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. MAIN MENU Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. or ➛, ❿...
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 MENU on the remote control. MAIN MENU Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. or ➛, ❿...
Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information Your DVD-VCR displays most information both on the DVD-VCR and the television. You can choose to display or hide this information on the television MAIN MENU screen (except for the Index, MAIN MENU and Timer functions, which cannot be hidden). Press MENU on the remote control.
Protecting a Recorded Cassette 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.
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. INPUT MUTE 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 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. 1/JAN TUE 12:09 Before presetting a recording, check that the date and PR DAY START STOP...
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 1/JAN TUE 12:09 recorded PR DAY START STOP 1 SA 9 12:00 12:50SP -- ---- --:-- --:---- -- ---- --:-- --:---- Press TIMER on the remote control.
Playing a Cassette 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 RETURN ❿ MENU INFO. CLEAR cassette is intact, press /A.
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 OPEN/CLOSE MUTE F.ADV / STEP AUDIO Used to listen to the sound on the left Hi-Fi channel. Used to listen to the sound on the right Hi-Fi channel.
Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind Picture Search enables you to Fast Forward or Rewind and look for a particular part of a tape. ❿ II Press PLAY( ), the VCR will enter normal play mode. While in ➛ ➛ ❿ ❿ play, press and release the ) button.
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 0:00:00 must indicate the type of cassette being used.
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable 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 (see page 37).
Recording 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.
Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette 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 (normal audio).
Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. STANDBY/ON STANDBY/ON To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below. Switch your television on. Point the remote control towards the television.
SQPB (Super VHS Quasi Playback) This function is for playback of Super VHS format tapes only, not for recording. Inset the SVHS format tape that you want to see. SCREEN FIT SVHS ZOOM ❿ Press PLAY ( ll) to start playing the cassette. SELECT Press SVHS button to start SQPB.
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...
Using the DVD SETUP The DVD SETUP menu lets you customize your DVD player by allowing you to select various language preferences, set up a parental level, even adjust the player to the type of television MAIN MENU screen you have. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote.
Using the Disc Menu Language This function changes the text language only on the disc menu screens. MAIN MENU With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. or ➛, ❿ buttons to select the DVD Press the corresponding ❷...
Setting Up the Language Features MAIN MENU Using the Audio Language DVD SETUP With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote. ➛ ❿ RETURN ENTER ❷ Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. or ➛, ❿ buttons to select the DVD Press the corresponding ❷...
Setting Up the Parental Control The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that MAIN MENU 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.
Setting Up the Audio Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. MAIN MENU or ➛, ❿ buttons to select the DVD Press the corresponding ❷ SETUP. Press the ENTER button to select this option. DVD SETUP Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
Setting Up the Display Options With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. MAIN MENU or ➛, ❿ buttons to select the DVD Press the corresponding ❷ SETUP. Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
S-Video Connections (for DVD) The S-Video is only for the DVD player. The tuner and VCR will still be viewed through the RF or line inputs. You must follow the “DVD Out” instructions on page 47 to activate your alternative (S-Video) video selection. If your television is equipped with S-Video input, you can enjoy superior video quality when watching DVDs with your DVD-VCR.
Special Playback Features During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following ❿ special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the (Play/Still) button. Still RETURN MENU INFO. CLEAR /A. DUB ❿ Press the ll (Play/Still) button on the remote control during playback.
Using the Display Function (DVD) During play, press the INFO. button on the remote. - Current title, chapter number, elapsed time, audio, and subtitle will be displayed. ➛❿ • Use the ➛ , ❿ or NUMBER buttons to enter a different title, then press the ENTER button.
Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. ANGLE TITLE SUBTITLE DISC MENU SPEED TIMER REPEAT MARK INDEX Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the ➛ or ❿ buttons. - Repeat A-B 00015D •...
Programmed Playback (CD) ANGLE TITLE SUBTITLE DISC MENU SPEED TIMER REPEAT MARK INDEX With the play mode, press the REPEAT button. Use the ➛ or ❿ buttons to select PROGRAM. Press the ENTER button. 00015D Use the ➛ or ❿ buttons to select the first chapter (or track) to add to the program.
SCREEN FIT Play During play, press SCREEN FIT button on remote control. - Allows you to eliminate the black bars in the top and bottom of SCREEN FIT the screen when a movie is playing in the Widescreen SVHS ZOOM format(16:9).
Selecting the Audio Language You can select a desired language quickly and easily with the AUDIO button. OPEN/CLOSE MUTE F.ADV / STEP AUDIO During play, press the AUDIO button. Use the buttons to select the desired language on a DVD. ❷...
Changing the Camera Angle When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. SPEAKER TEST SOUND MODE SOUND EFFECT Press the ANGLE button to see if an ANGLE ( ) mark is present ANGLE TITLE SUBTITLE...
Using the Bookmark Function (DVD/VCD) The Bookmark function lets you select parts of a DVD or VCD (MENU OFF mode) so that you can quickly find the section at a later time. Using the Bookmark Function (DVD/VCD) During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Bookmark icons will be displayed.
Using the Zoom (DVD/VCD) During play or still mode, press the ZOOM button on the remote. A SCREEN FIT square will be displayed on screen. SVHS ZOOM SELECT or ➛ , ❿ button to select the part of the screen you Use the ❷...
CD-R MP3 Disc Requirements When playing CD-R MP3 discs, please follow the recommendations below: • Your MP3 files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac.
Connecting the Speakers Connect the front, center, and surround speakers and the subwoofer to the speaker terminals on the back of the main unit. Connect the speakers to the speaker output terminals on the back of the main unit, matching the colors. Caution Please do not set up the Subwoofer near by TV or monitor because the Subwoofer is not fully magnetic shielded.
Speaker Volume Control AMP Volume Control • Connect the speaker to the speaker jack on the rear. • The volume can be adjusted from level 20. • When you turn the power ON, if the last volume level was over 20, the volume will be set to 20, and if it was under 20, the volume will be set to that level.
Speaker setup Open “MAIN MENU” With the DVD in stop mode, press the MENU button. Select “DVD” Ideal speaker placement and ➛ , ❿ buttons, move the selection cursor Using the ❷ to “DVD Setup”, then press ENTER to select. Select “Audio Options”...
Speaker setup To adjust the speaker balance TV/VCR Press the SPEAKER button. SPEAKER TEST SOUND MODE SOUND EFFECT ANGLE TITLE SUBTITLE DISC MENU • If you press the button, the speaker is selected in the order of VOL. SPEED TIMER REPEAT MARK You will see this on the unit's display.
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Dolby Pro Logic II decoder Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multichannel audio signals that offers improvement over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround, but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front TV/VCR left/right, center and surround left/right).
SOUND mode/effect function This feature simulates the sound of different acoustic spaces. TV/VCR PL II [PL II] Press the SOUND MODE button. SPEAKER TEST SOUND MODE SOUND EFFECT • Each time you press the button, NAT [NATURAL] ANGLE TITLE SUBTITLE DISC MENU the sound mode changes as SPEED...
Problems and Solutions (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. Problem Explanation/Solution No power Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet. Have you pressed the STANDBY/ON button? You cannot insert a video cassette A video cassette can only be inserted with the window side up and the safety tab facing you.
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Problem Action Page 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 VIDEO-CD or a CD.
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