Samsung HT-DB660 Instruction Manual
Samsung HT-DB660 Instruction Manual

Samsung HT-DB660 Instruction Manual

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DIGITAL HOME
THEATER SYSTEM
HT-DB660
Instruction Manual
DIGITAL AUDIO
V I D E O
COMPACT
COMPACT
DIGITAL VIDEO
TV DVD RECEIVER
OPEN/CLOSE
TV/VIDEO
MODE
DIMMER
DISC SKIP
TUNER
AUX
BAND
PL II MODE
SLOW
PL II EFFECT
MO/ST
LSM –
LSM +
RRSS
DVD
TUNING/CH
VOLUME
SURR.
PLUS
SUPER 5.1
V-H/P
ENTER
TEST TONE
SOUND EDIT
TUNER
MEMORY
P.SCAN
SLEEP
CANCEL
ZOOM
LOGO
EZ VIEW
REPEAT
REMAIN

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL HOME THEATER SYSTEM HT-DB660 Instruction Manual TV DVD RECEIVER OPEN/CLOSE TV/VIDEO MODE DIMMER DISC SKIP TUNER BAND PL II MODE SLOW PL II EFFECT MO/ST LSM – LSM + RRSS TUNING/CH VOLUME SURR. PLUS SUPER 5.1 V-H/P ENTER TEST TONE...
  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings Note to CATV system installer : CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This reminder is provided to call the CATV system KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT installer’s attention to Section 820~40 of the NEC LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1...
  • Page 3: Precautions

    Precautions Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions READ INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING All the safety and operating instructions should be Unplug this video product from the wall outlet read before the appliance is operated. before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be LIGHTNING...
  • Page 5 POWER LINES REPLACEMENT PARTS An outside antenna system should not be located in When replacement parts are required, be sure the the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric service technician has used replacement parts light or power circuits, specified by the manufacturer or having the same or where it can fall into such power lines characteristics as the original part.
  • Page 6: Features

    The HT-DB660 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop or pause mode. Customized TV Screen Display The HT-DB660 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG, DVD, or VCD playback and set it as your background wallpaper.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents PREPARATION Safety Warnings..................................1 Precautions ..................................2 Safety Instructions ................................3 Features....................................5 Notes on Discs..................................7 Description ..................................9 CONNECTIONS Connecting the Speakers..............................13 Mounting the Speakers to a Wall ............................15 Connecting the Video to TV ..............................16 P.SCAN(Progressive Scan) Function ..........................17 Connecting the Antennas..............................18 Connecting External Components ............................19 Before Using Your DVD Player............................21 OPERATION Disc Playback ..................................23...
  • Page 8: Notes On Discs

    Notes on Discs DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) offers fantastic audio and video, thanks to Dolby Digital surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy these V I D E O realistic effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall. DVD players and the discs are coded by region.
  • Page 9 Disc Recording Format CD-R Discs • Depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC ) and the condition of the disc, some CD-R discs may not be playable. • Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R. Avoid CD-R media, as they may not be playable. •...
  • Page 10: Description

    Description —Front Panel— Open/Close button Disc Tray Power ( ) button Direct Play button Standby indicator Function button Rear Reflecting Surround System SURROUND button / Disc Change button Virtual Headphone button Volume control Headphone Jack Live Surround Mode button Tuning Up & Skip ( ) buttons RRSS MIC Input Jack Play/Pause (...
  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    —Rear Panel— External Digital Component Input Connector Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output. FM Antenna External Audio Component AM Antenna Connector Input Connector Connector Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector. External Video Component COMPONENT VIDEO Input Connectors...
  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Description —Remote Control— TV indicator TV DVD RECEIVER DVD POWER button DVD RECEIVER indicator MODE button TV/VIDEO, DIMMER button OPEN/CLOSE TV/VIDEO MODE OPEN/CLOSE button AUX button DISC SKIP button DIMMER DISC SKIP TUNER TUNER BAND button BAND PL II MODE PL II EFFECT SLOW PL II EFFECT button...
  • Page 13 Insert Remote Batteries Remove the battery Insert two 1.5V AAA Replace the battery cover on the back of batteries, paying cover. the remote by attention to the correct pressing down and polarities (+ and –). sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 14: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the Speakers Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. Position of the DVD Player Selecting the Listening Position • Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under The listening position should be located about 2.5 to 3 the TV stand.
  • Page 15 • Connect the front/rear, center, and subwoofer speakers to the speaker terminals on the back of the main unit. Front/Rear Speaker (L) Front/Rear Speaker (R) Center Speaker Green White Purple Subwoofer Back of the Main Unit Blue Gray Back of the Speaker Back of the Main Unit Press down the terminal Insert the black wire into the...
  • Page 16: Mounting The Speakers To A Wall

    Mounting the Speakers to a Wall Attach the wall bracket holders (A) to the wall and fasten the holder screws (B) as shown in the illustration. • For an optimal sound field, the distance between the speakers should be 40 inches, and each speaker should be at least 20 inches away from the side wall.
  • Page 17: Connecting The Video To Tv

    Connecting the Video to TV Component Composite S-Video Video Video Depending on your TV, Component Video input connectors may be marked as DVD Video input connectors. Composite Video (Good Quality) Connect the supplied video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back panel of the system to the VIDEO IN jack on your television.
  • Page 18: P.scan(Progressive Scan) Function

    P.SCAN Function (Progressive Scan) Unlike a regular Interlace Scan in which two fields of picture information are alternated to create the entire picture (odd scan lines, then even scan lines), Progressive Scan uses one field of information (all lines displayed in one pass) to create a clear and detailed picture without visible scan lines.
  • Page 19: Connecting The Antennas

    Connecting the Antennas FM Antenna (supplied) AM Loop Antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna. If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor AM antenna(not supplied). FM antenna connection AM(MW) antenna connection Connect the FM antenna supplied to the Connect the AM loop antenna supplied...
  • Page 20: Connecting External Components

    Connecting External Components Connecting an External Digital Component Example: Digital signal components such as a DVD or CD Recorder. Optical Cable (not included) VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT DIGITAL OUT Connect Video Out on the DVD player to Video In on the TV. Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL) to the Digital Output on the external digital component.
  • Page 21: Connecting An External Analog Component

    Connecting an External Analog Component Example: Analog signal components such as a VCR, Camcorder, and TV. Audio Cable If the external Video Cable analog component has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right. VIDEO OUT VIDEO IN Connect Video Out on the DVD player to Video Note In on the TV.
  • Page 22: Before Using Your Dvd Player

    Before Using Your DVD Player Your DVD player is capable of playing DVD, VCD, CD, MP3 and JPEG discs.Depending on the disc you are using, these instructions may vary slightly. Read the instructions carefully before using. Plug the power cord into the AC power supply.
  • Page 23: Operation

    • Buttons Enabled for TV Operation: POWER, CHANNEL, VOLUME, TV/VIDEO, and Numeric (0-9) buttons. • By default, the remote control is set to work with Samsung TVs. See page 67 for more information on the operation of the remote control.
  • Page 24: Disc Playback

    Disc Playback Press OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. Load one or more discs. • Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up. Press DISC SKIP button. • Rotate the carousel tray so you can load the third, fourth, and fifth discs.
  • Page 25: Selecting A Disc In The Disc Changer

    Selecting a Disc in the Disc changer The DVD/CD function is automatically selected when Disc Skip is pushed. To select a specific disc, press the corresponding DIRECT PLAY (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) buttons on the front panel or DISC SKIP on the remote control, until the required disc indicator flashes.
  • Page 26: Displaying Disc Information

    Displaying Disc Information You can view playback information on the disc on the TV screen. Press INFO button. • Each time the button is pressed, the display changes as follows: JPEG DVD RECEIVER SMART NAVI Something like you Back for good Love of my life More than words Display disappears...
  • Page 27: Checking The Remaining Time

    Checking the Remaining Time Press the Remain button. • For checking the total and remaining time of a title or chapter being played. Each time the Remain button is pressed TRACK ELAPSED TITLE ELAPSED TRACK REMAIN TITLE REMAIN TOTAL ELAPSED CHAPTER ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN CHAPTER REMAIN...
  • Page 28: Fast/Slow Playback

    Fast/Slow Playback Fast Playback Press and hold • Each time the button is held down during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: Slow Playback Press SLOW button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: •...
  • Page 29: Skipping Scenes/Songs

    Skipping Scenes/Songs Briefly press • Each time the button is pressed briefly during playback, the previous or next chapter, track, or directory (file) will be played. • But, you cannot skip chapters consecutively. TITLE 01/05 CHAPTER 002/040 DVD RECEIVER SMART NAVI Something like you Back for good Love of my life...
  • Page 30: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). JPEG Press REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follows: JPEG Repeat Playback Options CHAPTER Repeatedly plays the selected chapter.
  • Page 31: A-B Repeat Playback

    A-B Repeat Playback Press Cursor button Press INFO button to move to REPEAT twice. PLAYBACK display. • For a VCD or CD, press INFO button once. Press Cursor Press ENTER buttons to select ‘A-’ and then button at the end press ENTER button at the of the segment.
  • Page 32: Angle Function

    Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. Press Cursor Press INFO button. button to move to ANGLE display. Press Cursor buttons or numeric buttons to select the desired angle. • Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: •...
  • Page 33: Zoom Function

    Zoom Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function Press Cursor , , Press ENTER Press ZOOM , buttons to button. move to the area button. you want to enlarge. •...
  • Page 34: Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language

    Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Audio Language Selection Function Press Cursor Press INFO button buttons or numeric buttons to select the twice. desired audio language. • Depending on the number of languages on a DVD disc, a different audio language (KOREAN, ENGLISH, JAPANESE, etc.) is selected each time the button is pressed.
  • Page 35: Moving Directly To A Scene/Song

    Moving Directly to a Scene/Song Moving to a Title/Track Moving to a Chapter Press Cursor , buttons Press Cursor , or numeric buttons to select buttons to move to Press INFO button. the desired title/track and then Chapter display. press ENTER button. 01/05 001/040 0:00:37...
  • Page 36: Using Disc Menu

    Using Disc Menu You can use the menus for the audio language, subtitle language, profile, etc. DVD menu contents differ from disc to disc. Press Cursor Press MENU buttons to move to button. ‘DISC MENU’ and then press ENTER button. •...
  • Page 37: Using The Title Menu

    Using the Title Menu For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. Depending on the disc, this function may either not work at all or may work differently. Press Cursor , Press ENTER Press MENU button to move to button.
  • Page 38: Setting The Language

    Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. Press Cursor Press MENU button to move to button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen.
  • Page 39 Press Cursor Press Cursor Press ENTER button to select the button to select the button. desired item and then desired language and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button. • Once the setup is complete, if the language was set to English, OSD will be displayed in English. Selecting the Selecting the Selecting the...
  • Page 40: Setting Tv Screen Type

    Setting TV Screen type Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. Press Cursor Press Cursor button to move to ‘TV button to select the DISPLAY’ and then desired item and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button.
  • Page 41: Adjusting The Tv Aspect Ratio (Screen Size)

    Adjusting the TV Aspect Ratio (Screen Size) The horizontal to vertical screen size ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while that of wide screen and high definition TVs is 16:9. This ratio is called the aspect ratio. When playing DVDs recorded in different screen sizes, you should adjust the aspect ratio to fit your TV or monitor.
  • Page 42: Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level)

    Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) Use this to restrict playback of adult or violent DVDs you do not want children to view. Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 43: Enter Button

    Press Cursor Press Cursor Enter the password button to move to buttons to select the and then press ‘PARENTAL’ and then desired rating level and ENTER button. press ENTER button. then press ENTER button. • • The password is set to "7890" by default. If you have selected Level 6, you •...
  • Page 44: Setting The Password

    Setting the Password You can set the password for the Parental (rating level) setting. Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 45 Press Cursor button to Press ENTER Enter the password move to ‘PASSWORD’ and then press button. and then press ENTER ENTER button. button. • Enter the old password, a new password, and confirm new password. • The setting is complete. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level.
  • Page 46: Setting The Wallpaper

    Press Cursor Press MENU button to move to button to exit the ‘USER’ and then setup screen. press ENTER button. Select this to set the Select this to set the desired Samsung Logo image as image as your wallpaper. your wallpaper.
  • Page 47 Press Cursor Press Cursor button to move to button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then ‘LOGO’ and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press OPEN/CLOSE button to open and then close the disc tray.
  • Page 48: Setting The Speaker Mode

    Setting the Speaker Mode Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button. Press Cursor In the Speaker , buttons to move Setup, press the to the desired speaker and then ENTER button again. press ENTER button.
  • Page 49: Setting The Test Tone

    Setting the Test Tone Press Cursor Press Cursor button button to move to to move to ‘TEST Press MENU button. ‘Audio’ and then TONE’ and then press press ENTER button. ENTER button. • The test tone will be sent to L SW in that order.
  • Page 50: Setting The Delay Time

    Setting the Delay Time Press Cursor button to move to ‘Audio’ and Press MENU button. then press ENTER button. Setting up the Speaker Delay Time When 5.1CH Surround Sound is played, you can enjoy the best sound if the distance between you and each speaker is the same. Since the sounds arrive at the listening position at different times depending on the placement of speakers, you can adjust this difference by adding a delay effect to the sound of the Center and Surround Speakers.
  • Page 51 Press Cursor Press Cursor button Press Cursor , , buttons to move to move to ‘DELAY to set the Delay to the desired TIME’ and then press time speaker and then ENTER button. press ENTER button. • You can set the delay time for C between 00 and 05mSEC and for LS and RS between 00 and 15mSEC.
  • Page 52: Setting The Audio Quality

    Setting the Audio Quality You can adjust the balance and level for each speaker. When adjusting the audio quality using the setup screen Method 1 Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button. Press Cursor button Press Cursor...
  • Page 53 When manually adjusting with the SOUND EDIT button Method 2 Adjusting Front Speaker Balance Adjusting Rear Speaker Balance Adjusting Center Speaker Level Press SOUND Press SOUND Press SOUND EDIT button and EDIT button and EDIT button and then press Cursor then press Cursor then press Cursor TITLE...
  • Page 54: Setting The Drc (Dynamic Range Compression)

    Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night. Press Cursor Press MENU button to move to button. ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 55 Press Cursor Press Cursor button to move to to adjust ‘DRC’ and then press the ‘DRC’. ENTER button. • The longer the Cursor button is held down, the greater the effect, and the longer Cursor button is held down, the smaller the effect. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level.
  • Page 56: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Mode

    Dolby Pro Logic II Mode You can select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio mode. Press PL II MODE button. • Each time the button is pressed, the mode changes as follows. TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED LINEAR PCM MPEG-2 AAC MPEG TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT...
  • Page 57: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Effect

    Dolby Pro Logic II Effect This function works only in Dolby Pro Logic MUSIC mode. Press PL II EFFECT button Press PL II MODE and then press Cursor button to select ‘MUSIC’ buttons to select the mode. mode. • You can select either 0 or 1. TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT...
  • Page 58: Setting The Rrss(Rear Reflecting Surround System)

    Setting the RRSS (Rear Reflecting Surround System) • By setting up the RRSS function just once, the speaker distance, channel level, and rear sound reflection effect are automatically set and create an optimal listening environment. • This function works only in DVD/CD mode. Connect the RRSS Place the RRSS Microphone to the...
  • Page 59 The following images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product. Auto Sound Calibration Microphone L: Front Speaker (L) R: Front Speaker (R) C: Center Speaker SW: Subwoofer LS: Rear Speaker (L) RS: Rear Speaker (R) To enable or disable the sound logo To select the RRSS that you have set Briefly press the RRSS button.
  • Page 60: Rear Reflecting Surround System

    Rear Reflecting Surround System You can enjoy realistic sound reproduction that approximates 5.1-channel surround sound using the front speakers. To cancel the rear Press the RRSS button sound reflection to select "REAR function, press the REFLECTING ON". RRSS button again to select "REAR REFLECTING OFF".
  • Page 61: Live Surround Mode

    Live Surround Mode You can use the magic sound field to listen to 2-channel stereo sources in realistic 5.1-channel surround sound. Each time you press the Live Play a Dolby Surround or Surround Mode + button, the mode 2-Channel disc, or listen display changes in the order shown to the radio.
  • Page 62: Surr. Plus / Virtual Headphone

    SURR. PLUS / Virtual Headphone The Surround II function works when the headphone is not connected, and the Magic Headphone function works when the headphone is connected. SURROUND PLUS Enable the Surround plus function if you have installed the system at a location where sound cannot be reflected. You can create a virtual rear sound image to enjoy realistic sound reproduction that approximates 5.1-channel surround sound.
  • Page 63: Super 5.1

    SUPER 5.1 You can reproduce 2-channel sources, such as VCDs, CDs, and radio broadcasts, in realistic 5.1-channel surround sound. To cancel this Press the SUPER 5.1 function, press the button to select SUPER 5.1 button to "SUPER 5.1". select "SUPER OFF". •...
  • Page 64: Listening To Radio

    Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM, AM broadcast stations) by using either the automatic or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit Tune in to the Press TUNER/ BAND button. desired station. • Automatic Tuning 1 When is pressed, a The selection toggles back...
  • Page 65: Presetting Stations

    Presetting Stations You can store up to: • 15 FM stations • FM Frequency Modulation • • AM(MW) Medium Wave 15 AM stations Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory Press the TUNER(BAND) Press the TUNER Press button and select MEMORY button.
  • Page 66: Convenient Functions

    Convenient Functions Sleep Timer Function You can set the time that the DVD player will shut itself off. Press SLEEP button. • "SLEEP" will be displayed. Each time the button is pressed the preset time changes as follows: 10 OFF. TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED...
  • Page 67: Adjusting Display Brightness

    Adjusting Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the display on the main unit so it won't interfere with your movie viewing. Press DIMMER button. • Each time the button is press, the brightness changes as follows: ‘SLIGHTLY DARK DARK BRIGHT’.
  • Page 68: Operating The Tv With The Remote Control

    The remote control may not work on some brands of TVs. Also some operations may not be possible depending on your brand of TV. • If you do not set the remote control with the code for your brand of TV, the remote control will work on a Samsung TV by default.
  • Page 69 TV Brand Code Number Brand Code Brand Code SAMSUNG 00(Initial Value), 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 73 BRANDT ANAM 06~11, 59 FERGUSON DAEWOO 12~18, 20, 21 PIONEER 41, 48, 74 05, 20, 21, 22, 53 TELEAVA HITACHI 23, 40, 41, 49...
  • Page 70: Before Calling For Service

    Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized dealer or Samsung Electronics Service Center. Symptom Check/Remedy •...
  • Page 71 Symptom Check/Remedy • Disc is rotating but no • Is the TV power on? • Are the video cables connected properly? picture is produced. • Make sure that the disc is not a PAL- disc. • Picture quality is poor •...
  • Page 72: Cautions On Handling And Storing Discs

    Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and picture quality or cause breaks in playback. Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them. Handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface.
  • Page 73: Specifications

    Specifications Power Consumption 160W 23 Ib Weight 17 x 3.7 x 16 inches Dimensions (W x H x D) Operating Temperature Range 41°F ~ 95°F Operating Humidity Range 10% ~ 75% Usable Sensitivity 10dB 60dB S/N Ratio 0.5% Distortion 54dB Usable Sensitivity 40dB S/N Ratio...
  • Page 74: Notes On Terminology

    Notes on Terminology Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot from a number ANGLE of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left , from the right , etc.). With such discs, the Angle button can be used to change the angle of view for specific scenes. These numbers are recorded on DVD discs.
  • Page 75: Warranty

    SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
  • Page 76 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. SERVICE DIVISION 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsungusa.com...

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