Specifications; Warranty - Samsung HT-DM550 Instruction Manual

Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs Troubleshooting

Specifications

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.
Problem
Handling and Storing Discs
G
Power Consumption
E •
Weight
N
The disc tray does not
•
E
Dimensions (W x H x D)
open.
R •
Operating Temperature Range
A
Operating Humidity Range
L
•
Usable Sensitivity
T
U
F
N S/N Ratio •
Disc does not play.
M
E
R Distortion
•
Usable Sensitivity
T
•
U
A
S/N Ratio
N
M
Playback does not start E
Condensation may form if warm air comes into
R Distortion
•
immediately when the
contact with cold parts inside the player. When
VIDEO
Component Video
condensation forms inside the player, the
Play/Pause button is pressed.
INPUT
player may not operate correctly. If this occurs,
Composite Video
O
remove the disc and let the player stand for 1
•
V
U or 2 hours with the power on.
I
Component Video
T
D •
No sound is produced.
P
E
U
O
•
T S-VIDEO
Disc Storage
A Front speaker output
Sound can be heard only
•
M
Center speaker output
Do not keep in direct
from a few speakers and P
Rear speaker output
sunlight
L
not all six.
Subwoofer speaker output
I
Frequency range
F
•
S/N Ratio
I
E Channel separation
•
Picture does not appear; sound
R
Input sensitivity
is not produced; the disc tray
Speaker system
opens 2-5 seconds later.
Impedance
S
Sound quality is
•
Frequency range
P
irregular.
•
Output sound pressure level
E
A
Rated input
•
Do not allow the discs to become contaminated
K
Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel
Maximum input
•
with dirt.
E
Surround Sound is not
•
Do not load cracked discs or discs that are
R
Dimensions (W x H x D)
being reproduced.
scratched.
•
Weights
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Check
160W
Is the disc installed with the label side facing up?
18.30 Ib
When you get fingerprints or dirt on the
Is the power cord plugged securely into the power outlet?
17 x 3 x 14 inches
disc, clean it with a mild detergent diluted
Turn off the power to the unit by pressing the Power (
41°F ~ 95°F
in water and wipe with a soft cloth.
and turn it back on.
10% ~ 75%
•
When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the
Check the region number of the DVD. 10dB
outside of the disc.
60dB
DVD discs purchased abroad may not be playable.
0.5%
This player cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc.
54dB
Check the rating level of the DVD.
40dB
2%
Check whether the disc has any scratch marks or is deformed.
Y:1.0Vp-p(75Ω load), Pr:0.70Vp-p(75Ω load)
Pb:0.70Vp-p(75Ω load)
1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
No sound is heard during high-speed playback, slow playback,
Y:1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
and step motion playback modes.
Pr:0.70Vp-p(75Ω load)
Are the speakers properly connected? Is the speaker Setup
Pb:0.70Vp-p(75Ω load)
correctly customized?
Luminance Signal: 1.0Vp-p(75Ω load)
Is the disc severely damaged?
Color Signal: 0.286Vp-p(75Ω load)
The disc may be dirty. Wipe off fingerprints or dirt.
60W x 2(6Ω)
When listening to a CD or radio, sound is output to the front
60W(6Ω)
Keep in a cool Keep in a clean
speakers only (L/R). Select the "PRO LOGIC" option by pressing
60W x 2(6Ω)
ventilated area Protection jacket.
the Pro Logic button on the remote control unit to use all six
100W(3Ω)
speakers. Store vertically.
20Hz~20KHz
Check whether your DVD disc is 5.1 CH compatible.
75dB
50dB
Was the player moved suddenly from a cold place to a warm one?
(AUX)500mV
When condensation forms inside the player, remove the disc
5.1ch speaker system
and let the player stand for 1 or 2 hours with the power on.
(You can use the player after the condensation disappears.)
Front/Center/Rear speaker Subwoofer speaker
6Ω x 5 3Ω
Are the speaker cables loose?
100Hz~22KHz 40Hz~200Hz
Is there any dirt or debris at the end of the speaker connector?
87dB/W/M 86dB/W/M
60W 100W
120W 200W
Does the disc being played show the "Dolby Digital 5.1CH" mark ?
4.7 x 7.3 x 5.7 inches
5.1-channel sound is reproduced only if the disc is recorded with Front/Rear
8.3 x 14.4 x 13.0 inches
5.1 channel sound.
11.8 x 5.5 x 5.4 inches
Center
Is the DVD player connected to the proper speakers? Front/Rear 2.65 Ib
13.22 Ib
Center 3.08 Ib
Disc Type and Protection
Problem
This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the original
carton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited Usable Discs
warranty period of:
¥ The disc revolves but no
picture appears.
) button
This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase, and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States. To receive Disc Types
¥ Picture shows interference
warranty service, the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures. Warranty service can only be
and quality is poor.
performed by a SAMSUNG authorized service center. The original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to
SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG's authorized service center. Transportation of the product to and from the service center is the responsibility of the
purchaser.
DVD
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
Remote control unit does
must be returned to SAMSUNG. Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty, or ninety (90) days, whichever is
longer.
not operate. VIDEO-CD
SAMSUNG's obligations with respect to software products distributed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand name are set forth in the
applicable end user license agreement. Non-SAMSUNG hardware and software products, if provided, are on an "AS IS" basis. Non-SAMSUNG
manufacturers, suppliers, publishers, and service providers may provide their own warranties.
Audio or subtitle language
This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal, and except to the extent otherwise
AUDIO-CD
expressly provided for in this statement, noncommercial use of this product, and shall not apply to the following, including, but not limited to:
does not operate.
damage which occurs in shipment; delivery and installation; applications and uses for which this product was not intended; altered product or
serial numbers; cosmetic damage or exterior finish; accidents, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning or other acts of nature; use of products,
equipment, systems, utilities, services, parts, supplies, accessories, applications, installations, repairs, external wiring or connectors not supplied
The Menu button is
and authorized by SAMSUNG, or which damage this product or result in service problems; incorrect electrical line voltage, fluctuations and surges;
customer adjustments and failure to follow operating instructions, cleaning, maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and
pressed but the Menu
prescribed in the instruction book; product removal or reinstallation; reception problems and distortion related to noise, echo, interference or other
screen does not appear.
signal transmission and delivery problems. SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the product.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED AND DESCRIBED ABOVE, AND NO WARRANTIES WHETHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AFTER THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIODS STATED ABOVE, AND NO OTHER EXPRESS
The screen ratio cannot
WARRANTY OR GUARANTY GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE BINDING
Dolby Digital DTS Disc
ON SAMSUNG. SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER be changed.
disc
BENEFITS, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO
USE THIS PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF SAMSUNG HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SAMSUNG BE GREATER IN
AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT
The desired radio station
LIMITING THE FOREGOING, PURCHASER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO PURCHASER AND
cannot be tuned in.
PURCHASER'S PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS
PRODUCT SOLD BY SAMSUNG NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF SAMSUNG. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT
EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, IS NONTRANSFERABLE AND STATES YOUR
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
The system is
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
malfunctioning (the
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
system does not work or
which vary from state to state.
no sound).
To obtain warranty hardware service, please contact SAMSUNG at:
400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856, Tel: 973-601-6000, Fax: 973-601-6001
SAMSUNG DVD PLAYER
LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER
Check
•
Is the TV power turned on?
•
Are the video cables properly connected?
One (1) Year Parts and Labor*
•
Is it the player in PAUSE mode?
(*90 Days Parts and Labor for Commercial Use)
•
Is there any dirt on the disc, or is the disc damaged?
Recording
•
Marks It may not be possible to play some DVD discs due to poor Disc Size
Types
manufacture.
•
When a dark scene changes to a bright scene during playback, the
5 inch
screen may flicker vertically. Some disturbance is normal.
Audio + Video
V I D E O
• 3 1/2 inch
Is the remote control being used within the appropriate distance
and angle of operation for the unit?
•
Are there any obstacles between the remote control unit and the 5 inch
COMPACT
remote control sensor?
Audio + Video
DIGITAL VIDEO
•
Are the batteries dead? Is it time to replace the batteries with new
3 1/2 inch
ones?
5 inch
COMPACT
•
Audio
The audio or subtitle language features does not operate with
DIGITAL AUDIO
3 1/2 inch
DVDs that do not include multiple audio or subtitle languages.
•
Is the remote control being used within the appropriate distance
and angle of operation for the unit?
•
Are the batteries dead?
•
Does the disc have a Menu?
•
You can play 16:9 wide DVDs in 16:9 WIDE mode, 4:3 LETTER
BOX mode or 4:3 PAN-SCAN mode; but 4:3 encoded DVDs only
Digital Audio Stereo disc
show in 4:3 ratio. Refer to the DVD disc jacket and then select the
disc
appropriate function.
•
Is the antenna installed properly?
•
When the antenna's input signal is weak, install an external FM
antenna in an area with good reception quality.
•
While the player is in the stop mode, hold the Stop (
down on the main unit for over 5 seconds."INITIAL" appears on the
display and all settings will return to the Factory Preset condition.
The RESET function erases all settings; do not use this
function unless necessary.
SAMSUNG CUSTOMER CARE CENTER
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) and www.SAMSUNGUSA.com
Max. Playing Time
Approx. 240 min. (Single-sided)
Approx. 480 min. (Double-sided)
Approx. 160 min. (Single-sided)
Approx. 160 min. (Double-sided)
74 min.
20 min.
74 min.
20 min.
NTSC broadcast MP3 disc
system in USA,
Canada, Japan,
South Korea, etc..
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