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Brand : SAMSUNG

Model : HTD455K

Category : Home Theater System

Technical Features 5.1 home theater system, total power of 1000 W, built-in DVD player, compatibility with Dolby Digital and DTS audio formats.
Connectivity HDMI, USB, and analog audio inputs, HDMI output for connection to a television.
Usage Ideal for movies, music, and video games, with customizable audio settings.
Maintenance Regular cleaning of speakers and DVD player, firmware updates if available.
Safety Use only with a compatible power supply, avoid exposure to moisture.
General Information Compact dimensions, modern design, remote control included for easy operation.

Frequently Asked Questions - HTD455K SAMSUNG

How do I connect my SAMSUNG HTD455K to my television?
Use an HDMI cable to connect the home theater systems HDMI output to your televisions HDMI input. Make sure to select the correct source on your television.
Why is there no sound on my home theater system?
Check that the volume is set correctly and that the system is turned on. Also ensure that the speaker cables are properly connected and that the audio source is selected.
How do I reset my SAMSUNG HTD455K to factory settings?
To reset, press the 'Menu' button on the remote control, go to 'Setup', then select 'Reset' and confirm your choice.
My system does not play certain audio file formats. What should I do?
Check that the audio format you are trying to play is supported by the system. Compatible formats are usually listed in the user manual.
How do I update the firmware of my SAMSUNG HTD455K?
Download the latest firmware update from Samsungs official website onto a USB drive, then insert it into the systems USB port. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the update.
The system does not detect Wi-Fi. What should I do?
Make sure your Wi-Fi network is active and you are within range. Also verify that you entered the network password correctly during setup.
Why does my television not recognize the home theater system?
Check that the cables are properly connected and that the correct port is selected on your television. Also try restarting both the system and the television.
How do I adjust the audio settings on my system?
Use the remote control to access the audio menu, where you can adjust bass, treble, and other audio settings according to your preferences.
The DVD player is not working. What should I do?
Make sure the disc is compatible and inserted correctly. Also check that the player is clean and that there are no obstructions in the compartment.
How can I use Bluetooth with my SAMSUNG HTD455K?
Enable Bluetooth on your mobile device and put the system into pairing mode. Select the SAMSUNG HTD455K from the list of available devices on your mobile device.

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Digital Home Entertainment System user manual Imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register HT-D450K HT-D453K HT-D453HK HT-D455K2 English English 3 Safety Information Safety Warnings TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENThis symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. WARNING To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay readily operable at any time.This apparatus shall always be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection. To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTKLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITEKLASS 1 LASER APPARATPRODUCTO LÁSER CLASE 1CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTThis Compact Disc player is classied as a CLASS 1 LASER product. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION INVISIBLELASERRADIATIONWHENOPENANDINTERLOCKSDEFEATED,AVOIDEXPOSURETOBEAM. ~2 English English 3 Accessories Check for the supplied accessories below.

HDMI Cable Video Cable FM Antenna User's Manual Remote Control/Batteries (AAA size) Precautions Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identication sticker located on the back of your product. Install your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (7.5~10cm). Do not place the product on ampliers or other equipment which may become hot. Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack anything on top of the product. Before moving the product, ensure the Disc Insert Hole is empty. In order to disconnect the product completely from the power supply, remove the AC plug from the wall outlet, especially when left unused for a long period of time. During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the product. Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or other heat sources. This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the product. Protect the product from moisture, and excess heat or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric elds (i.e. speakers.). Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the product malfunctions. Your product is not intended for industrial use. Use of this product is for personal use only. Condensation may occur if your product or disc has been stored in cold temperatures. If transporting the product during the winter, wait approximately 2 hours until the product has reached room temperature before using. The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.

~4 English English 5 Cautions on Handling and Storing DiscsSmall scratches on the disc may reduce sound and picture quality or cause skipping.Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them. Holding discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that ngerprints will not get on the surface.Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. Disc Storage Do not keep in direct sunlightKeep in a cool ventilated areaKeep in a clean Protection jacket. Store vertically. NOTE Do not allow the discs to become contaminated with dirt.Do not load cracked or scratched discs. Handling and Storing Discs If you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth.When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the outside of the disc NOTE Condensation may form if warm air comes into contact with cold parts inside the product. When condensation forms inside the product, it may not operate correctly. If this occurs, remove the disc and let the product stand for 1 or 2 hours with the power on.

LicenseABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an ofcial DivX Certied® device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your les into DivX video. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certied® device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration. DivX Certied® to play DivX® video, including premium content DivX®, DivX Certied® and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents : 7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software.©DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.Copyright© 2011 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.Copy Protection Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your product directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

7 Icons that will be used in manual7 Disc Types and Characteristics11 Description11 Front Panel 12 Rear Panel13 Remote control CONNECTIONS

15 Connecting the Speakers19 Connecting the Video Out to your TV21 Connecting the FM Antenna21 Connecting Microphone Connecting Audio from External Components SETUP

38 Troubleshooting39 Language code list40 Specications Contents Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.

  • 6 English English 7 01 Getting Started Getting Started Icons that will be used in manualMake sure to check the following terms before reading the user manual.Icon Term Denition DVD This involves a function available with DVD-Video or DVD±R/±RW discs that have been recorded and Finalized in Video Mode.

MP3 This involves a function available with CD-R/-RW discs.

JPEG This involves a function available with CD-R/-RW discs.

DivX This involves a function available with MPEG4 discs. (DVD±R/±RW, CD-R/-RW) CAUTIONThis involves a case where a function does not operate or settings may be canceled.

NOTE This involves tips or instructions on the page that help each function operate.Shortcut Key This function provides direct and easy access pressing the button on the remote control.Disc Types and CharacteristicsRegion CodeThe product and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play.Disc TypeRegion Code Area DVD-VIDEO The U.S., U.S. territories and Canada Europe, Japan, the Middle East, Egypt, South Africa, Greenland Taiwan, Korea, the Philippines, Indonesia, Hong Kong Mexico, South America, Central America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacic Islands, Caribbean Russia, Eastern Europe, India, most of Africa, North Korea, Mongolia China8 English Getting Started English 9 Disc types that can be played Disc Types & Mark (Logo)Recorded Signals Disc Size Max. Playing TimeDVD-VIDEOAUDIO VIDEO12 cmApprox. 240 min. (single-sided)Approx. 480 min. (double-sided) 8 cm Approx. 80 min. (single-sided)Approx. 160 min. (double-sided)AUDIO-CDAUDIO12 cm74 min.8 cm 20 min. DivX AUDIO VIDEO12 cm

Do not use the following type of discs! LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and DVD-RAM discs cannot be played on this product. If such discs are played, a <WRONG DISC FORMAT> message appears on the TV screen. DVD discs purchased abroad may not play on this product. If such discs are played, a <Wrong Region. Please check Disc.> message appears on the TV screen. Disc Types And Disc Format This product does not support Secure (DRM) Media les. CD-R Discs Some CD-R discs may not be playable depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC) and the condition of the disc. Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R disc. Do not use CD-R discs over 700MB/80 minutes as they may not be played back. Some CD-RW (Rewritable) media, may not be playable. Only CD-Rs that are properly "closed" can be fully played. If the session is closed but the disc is left open, you may not be able to fully play the disc.

CD-R MP3 Discs Only CD-R discs with MP3 les in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played. MP3 le names should contain no blank spaces or special characters (. / = +). Use discs recorded with a compression/decompression data rate greater than 128Kbps. Only les with the ".mp3" and ".MP3" extensions can be played. Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be played. If there is a blank segment in the Multisession disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank segment. If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to begin playback and not all of the recorded les may be played. For les encoded in Variable Bitrate (VBR) format, i.e. les encoded in both low Bitrate and high Bitrate (e.g., 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps), the sound may skip during playback. A maximum of 500 tracks can be played per CD. A maximum of 300 folders can be played per CD. CD-R JPEG Discs Only les with the "jpg" extensions can be played. If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded les may be played. nly CD-R discs with JPEG les in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played. PEG le names should be 8 characters or less in length and contain no blank spaces or special characters (. / = +). nly a consecutively written multisession disc can be played. If there is a blank segment in the multisession disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank segment. A maximum of 999 images can be stored on a folder. hen playing a Kodak/Fuji Picture CD, only the JPEG les in the picture folder can be played. Picture discs other than Kodak/Fuji Picture CDs may take longer to start playing or may not play at all.

~8 English English 9 01 Getting Started DVD±R/±RW, CD-R/RW Discs Software updates for incompatible formats are not supported. (Example : QPEL, GMC, resolutions higher than 800 x 600 pixels, etc.) If a DVD-R/-RW disc has not been recorded properly in DVD Video format, it will not be playable. DivX (Digital internet video express) DivX® is a video le format developed by DivX, Inc and is based on MPEG4 compression technology to provide audio and video data over the Internet in real-time. MPEG4 is used for video encoding and MP3 for audio encoding, enabling to watch a movie at near DVD-quality video and audio. Supported Formats (DivX) This product only supports the following media formats. If both video and audio formats are not supported, the user may experience problems such as broken images or no sound. Supported Video Formats Format Supported Versions AVI DivX3.11~DivX5.1 WMV V1/V2/V3/V7 Supported Audio Formats Format Bitrate Sampling Frequency MP3 80~320kbps 44.1khz WMA 56~128kbps AC3 128~384kbps 44.1/48khz DTS 1.5Mbps 44.1khz DivX les, including audio and video les, created in the DTS format can only support up to 6Mbps. Aspect Ratio : Although the default DivX resolution is 640x480 pixels, this product supports up to 720x480 pixels. TV screen resolutions higher than 800 will not be supported.

When you play a disc whose sampling frequency is higher than 48khz or 320kbps, you may experience shaking on the screen during playback. Sections with a high frame rate might not be played while playing a DivX le. Since this product only provides encoding formats authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., a DivX le created by the user might not play.

~10 English Getting Started English 11 Notes on USB connection Supported devices: USB storage media, MP3 player, digital cameraIf a folder or le name is longer than 10 characters, it may not properly display or operate.A subtitle le bigger than 300KB may not be properly displayed.A certain USB/digital camera device, USB card reader is not supported.FAT16 and FAT32 le systems are supported.Photo (JPEG), music (MP3, WMA) and video le should have their names in Korean or English. Otherwise, the le may not played.Connect directly to the product's USB port. Connecting through another cable may raise problems with USB compatibility.Inserting more than one memory device to a multi-card reader may not operate properly.PTP protocol for digital camera is not supported.Do not disconnect USB device during a "Reading" process.Bigger the image resolution, the longer the delay to displaying.DRM applied MP3/WMA or video les downloaded from a commercial site are not played back.External HDD device is not supported.The maximum current supported by the USB port for an external device is 500 mA (at 5V DC).

DISC TRAYInsert disc here. DISPLAYDisplays the playing status, time, etc. REMOTE CONTROL SENSORDetects signals from the remote control.

Opens and closes the disc tray. FUNCTION BUTTON

The mode switches as follows : DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX ➞ USB ➞ FM

Stops disc playback.

Turns the product on and off. USB PORTConnect here and play les from external USB storage devices such as MP3 players, USB fl ash memory, etc. MIC JACKSConnects to the microphone.

1112 English Getting Started English 13

COOLING FANThe fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 10cm of clear space on all sides of the fan when installing the product. SPEAKERS OUTPUT CONNECTORSConnect the front, Center, surround speakers and subwoofer. EXTERNAL DIGITAL OPTICAL IN JACK(DIGITAL AUDIO IN)Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output. HDMI OUT JACKUsing an HDMI cable, connect this HDMI output jack to the HDMI input jack on your TV for the best quality picture. AUX IN JACKConnect to the 2CH Analog output of an external device (such as a VCR). VIDEO OUT JACKConnect your TV's Video Input jack (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT jack. COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT JACKSConnect a TV with Component video inputs to these jacks. FA NET (Only for Service)Used for the service repair. FM ANTENNA JACKConnect the FM antenna. Rear Panel FM ANTFA NET(Only For Service)DIGITALAUDIO INOPTICAL

Remote control Tour of the Remote Control To open and close the disc tray. Turn the product on and off. If you want to change to Home Cinema, press the DVD button. Press numeric buttons to operate options. This is mode selection button.

Press to select TV's video mode. Select MONO or STEREO for radio broadcasting. Press to skip backwards or forwards. Press to search backwards or forwards. Press to pause a disc. Adjust the volume. Search for active FM stations and change channels.

Adjust the microphone's volume. Cut off the sound temporarily. Allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track or disc. Press to check the disc menu. Press this to move to the home menu. Select on-screen menu items and change menu value. Return to the previous menu. Select the desired DSP/EQ audio mode. Press this to exit the menu. Display current disc(file) status. Allow access to common functions of the product such as the Photo List. Use this to enter the Title menu. Select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio mode. Used to change the audio/subtitle language, angle etc. Adjust the brightness of Display. Press to preset FM stations. If you want to change to TV mode, press the TV button. Press to stop/play a disc. Regulate and stabilize the volume level against a drastic volume change. Select the desired P.BASS or MP3 Enhancement setting. Used to adjust the level of the subwoofer. Used to start USB recording. Used to turn on/off GIGA Sound function. Set a Sleep time to shut off the product.

Adjust the echo level of the microphone.14 English Getting Started English 15 Installing batteries in the Remote Control NOTE Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity : (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).Always replace both batteries at the same time.Do not expose the batteries to heat or ame.The remote control can be used up to approximately 7 meters in a straight line. Setting the Remote Control You can control certain functions of your TV with this remote control.When operating a TV with the remote controlPress the button to set the remote control to TV mode. Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.While holding down the POWER button, enter the code corresponding to your brand of TV.If there is more than one code listed for your TV in the table, enter one at a time to determine which code works.Example : For a Samsung TV While holding down the POWER button, use the number buttons to enter 00, 15, 16, 17 and 40. If the TV turns off, the setting is complete.You can use the TV POWER, VOLUME, CHANNEL, and Numeric buttons (0~9). NOTE The remote control may not work or some operations may not be possible with some brands of TVs. The remote control will work on a Samsung TV by default.

A Mark01, 15 NEC 18, 19, 20, 40, 59, 60 Anam 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14Nikei

AOC 01, 18, 40, 48Onking Bell & Howell (M.Wards)57, 58, 81 Onwa

Brocsonic59, 60Panasonic06, 07, 08, 09, 54, 66, 67, 73, 74Candle Penney Cetronic Philco03, 15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59, 62, 69, 90Citizen03, 18, 25Philips15, 17, 18, 40, 48, 54, 62, 72Cinema Pioneer63, 66, 80, 91Classic Portland15, 18, 59Concerto Proton Contec Quasar06, 66, 67Coronado Radio Shack17, 48, 56, 60, 61, 75Craig03, 05, 61, 82, 83, 84 RCA/ Proscan18, 59, 67, 76, 77, 78, 92, 93, 94Croslex Realistic03, 19Crown Sampo Curtis Mates59, 61, 63Samsung00, 15, 16, 17, 40, 43, 46, 47, 48, 49, CXC

Sanyo19, 61, 65Daewoo02, 03, 04, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 48, 59, 90Scott03, 40, 60, 61Daytron Sears15, 18, 19Dynasty Sharp15, 57, 64Emerson03, 15, 40, 46, 59, 61, 64, 82, 83, 84, 85Signature 2000 (M.Wards)57, 58Fisher19, 65 Sony 50, 51, 52, 53, 55Funai Soundesign03, 40Futuretech Spectricon General Electric (GE)06, 40, 56, 59, 66, 67, 68 SSS

Teknika03, 15, 18, 25 KTV 59, 61, 87, 88 TMK 18, 40 KEC 03, 15, 40Toshiba19, 57, 63, 71 KMC

Vidtech LG (Goldstar)01, 15, 16, 17, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44Videch59, 60, 69Luxman Wards15, 17, 18, 40, 48, 54, 60, 64LXI (Sears)19, 54, 56, 59, 60, 62, 63, 65, 71Yamaha Magnavox15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59, 60, 62, 72, 89 York

Marantz40, 54Yupiteru Matsui Zenith58, 79 MGA 18, 40Zonda Mitsubishi/ MGA 18, 40, 59, 60, 75Dongyang03, 54* Battery size: AAA14 English English 15 02 ConnectionsThis section involves various methods of connecting the product to other external components. Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.Connecting the SpeakersFront Speakers Place these speakers in front of your listening position, facing inwards (about 45°) toward you. Place the speakers so that their tweeters will be at the same height as your ear. Align the front face of the front speakers with the front face of the Center speaker or place them slightly in front of the Center speakers.Center Speaker It is best to install it at the same height as the front speakers. You can also install it directly over or under the TV.Surround Speakers Place these speakers to the side of your listening position. If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other. Place them about 60 to 90cm above your ear, facing slightly downward. Unlike the front and Center speakers, the surround speakers are used to handle mainly sound effects and sound will not come from them all the time.Subwoofer The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like.Position of the productPlace it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the TV stand.Selecting the Listening PositionThe listening position should be located about 2.5 to 3 times the distance of the TV's screen size away from the TV. Example : For 32" TV's 2~2.4m For 55" TV's 3.5~4m

CAUTIONDo not let children play with or near the speakers. They could get hurt if the speaker falls.When connecting the speaker wires to the speakers, make sure that the polarity (+/–) is correct. Keep the subwoofer out of the reach of children so as to prevent them from inserting their hands or alien substances into the duct (hole) of the subwoofer. Do not hang the subwoofer on the wall through the duct (hole). NOTE If you place a speaker near your TV set, screen Color may be distorted because of the magnetic eld generated by the speaker. If this occurs, place the speaker away from your TV set.

Connections16 English Connections English 17 Speaker Components Assembled Speakers HT-D453K Speaker Components NOTE Refer to page 17 to install the Speakers on the Tallboy Stand.

  • HT-D453HK only - Front SpeakersStretch out the speaker cables as shown and arrange it through the hole of the stand base.When done, use the screw driver to tighten the screw (C) in each of 3 screw holes as shown.This is the appearance after the speaker is installed. Follow these steps to install other speaker.

Installing the Speakers on the Tallboy Stand

  • HT-D453K only - Front Speakers* HT-D455K only - Front/Surround SpeakersTurn the Stand Base upside-down and connect it to the Stand.Insert small screws (4*20, For connecting Stand & Stand Base) clockwise into the four holes marked using a screwdriver as shown in the illustration. CAUTION : When you use a torque screwdriver, be careful not to put excessive force. Otherwise, it runs idle or can be damaged. (torque screwdriver- below 15 kg.f.cm)Connect the upper Speaker to the assembled Stand.Insert another large screw (5*15, For connecting Speaker & Stand) clockwise into the hole on the rear of the speaker using a screwdriver.This is the appearance after the speaker is installed. Follow this steps to install other speaker.

318 English Connections English 19 Connecting The SpeakersPress down the terminal tab on the back of the speaker. Insert the black wire into the black terminal (–) and the red wire into the red terminal (+), and then release the tab.Connect the connecting plugs to the back of the product by matching the Colors of the speaker plugs to the speaker jacks.

Black Red In case of HT-D450KFront Speaker (R)SubwooferSurround Speaker (R)Surround Speaker (L)Front Speaker (L)Center Speaker* Refer to page 16 for the speakers of HT-D453K/D453HK/D455K.Adjusting the height of the Half Tallboy Speaker* HT-D453HK only - Front SpeakersIf you want to adjust the height of the speaker, loosen 3 screws on the rear of the speaker base rst.Pull up the speaker in the arrow direction. (See gure 2)CAUTION : Be careful as an excessive force may result in a physical damage.Fit the speaker in a height adjusting hole of your choice.For the height information, check the following examples.(570mm for the default height)Ex) Hole 1: 650mm in the speaker height Hole 2: 635mm in the speaker heightClose the cover as shown and tighten back the 3 screws.This is after the height of the speaker is adjusted.You can repeat these steps above at any time if you want to readjust the height.

518 English English 19 02 Connections Connecting the video Out to your Tv Choose one of the three methods for connecting to a TV. FM ANTFA NET(Only For Service)DIGITALAUDIO INOPTICALSURROUND SUBWOOFER SURROUNDHDMI OUTSPEAKERS OUTAUX INCOMPONENT OUT VIDEO OUT FM ANT FA NET (Only For Service) DIGITAL AUDIO IN OPTICAL AUX IN METHOD 1(supplied) METHOD 2 Green Blue Red METHOD 3 (supplied) METHOD 1 : HDMI Connect an HDMI cable (supplied) from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your TV. METHOD 2 : Component Video If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the COMPONENT OUT ( Y, P

and P ) jacks on the back of the product to the Component Video Input jacks on your TV. METHOD 3 : Composite Video Connect the supplied Video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of the product to the VIDEO IN jack on your TV. NOTE Resolutions available for the HDMI output are 480p(576p), 720p,1080i/1080p. See page 24 for the resolution setting. This product operates in Interlace scan mode 480i(576i) for component/composite output.After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the corresponding Video output mode on your product. Turn this product on rst before you set the video input source on your TV. See your TV owner's manual for more information on how to select the TV's Video Input source. CAUTION Do not connect the unit through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

`20 English Connections English 21 HDMI FUNCTIONHDMI Auto Detection FunctionIf your TV is Samsung TV and it supports CEC function.The product's video output will automatically change to HDMI mode when connecting an HDMI cable while power is on.HDMI (High De nition Multimedia Interface)HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single connector. Using HDMI, the product transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.HDMI connection description - HDMI outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV.

If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), random noise appears on the screen.What is the HDCP?HDCP (High-band width Digital Content Protection) is a system for protecting DVD content outputted via HDMI from being copied. It provides a secure digital link between a video source (PC, DVD. etc) and a display device (TV, projector. etc). Content is encrypted at the source device to prevent unauthorized copies from being made.Using Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control other Samsung Devices with your Samsung TV's remote control. Anynet + can be used by connecting this product to a SAMSUNG TV using a HDMI Cable. This is only available with SAMSUNG TV's that support Anynet+.Connect the product to a Samsung TV with an HDMI cable. (See page 19)Set the Anynet+ function on your TV. (See the TV instruction manual for more information.) NOTE The Anynet+ function supports some buttons of the remote control.This function is not available if an HDMI cable does not support CEC.Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work.Please refer to the user’s manual of your TV.Please check the logo (If your TV has an

logo, then it supports Anynet+ function.)

`20 English English 21 02 Connections Connecting the fm Antenna Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM Antenna jack.Slowly move the antenna wire around until you nd a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a wall or other rigid surface. NOTE This product does not receive AM broadcasts. Connecting microphone You can enjoy the feeling of a karaoke bar in the comfort of your home. Watch the video and sing along the lyrics displayed on the TV screen against the accompaniment.Connect the microphone to the MIC jack on the front of the product.Press the MIC VOL button to adjust the volume of the microphone.Press the ECHO button to adjust the echo level of the microphone. NOTEIf you hear strange noises (squealing or howling) while using the Karaoke feature, move the microphone away from the speakers. Turning down the microphone's volume or the speaker volume is also effective.The microphone does not operate in the AUX and TUNER mode.

FM ANTFA NET(Only For Service)DIGITALAUDIO INOPTICALSURROUND SUBWOOFER SURROUNDHDMI OUTSPEAKERS OUTAUX INCOMPONENTOUTVIDEOOUT FA NET (Only For Service) HDMI OUT COMPONENT OUT AUX IN VIDEO OUT FM Antenna (supplied) MIC 2MIC 1 MIC 2MIC 122 English Connections English 23 Connecting Audio from External Components AUX : Connecting an External Analog Component Analog signal components such as a VCR. Connect AUX IN (Audio) on the back of the product to the Audio Out of the external Analog component. Be sure to match the Colors of the connecting jacks. Press the FUNCTION button to select AUX input. The mode switches as follows : DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX ➞ USB ➞ FM NOTEYou can connect the Video Output jack of your VCR to the TV, and connect the Audio Output jacks of the VCR to this product. OPTICAL : Connecting an External Digital Component Digital signal components such as a Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box). Connect the DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) on the back of the product to the Digital Output of the external digital component. Press the FUNCTION button to select D.IN. The mode switches as follows : DVD/CD ➞ D.IN ➞ AUX ➞ USB ➞ FM

HDMI OUT SPEAKERS OUT AUX INCOMPONENTOUTVIDEOOUT FM ANT FA NET (Only For Service) SUBWOOFER SURROUND HDMI OUT SPEAKERS OUT COMPONENT OUT VIDEO OUT FM ANT Optical Cable(not supplied)Audio Cable (not supplied)If the external Analog component has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right.Set-Top Box VCR AUX OPTICALWhite Red22 English English 23 03 SetupBefore Starting (Initial Setting)Press the POWER button when it is plugged in TV for the rst time.Initial Setting screen will be displayed. Move " Select Initial settings > On-Screen LanguageSelect a language for the on-screen displaysEnglish NederlandsFrançaisDeutschItalianoPress the ▲▼ buttons to select the desired language, then press the ENTER button.Press the ENTER button to select Start button.Press the ▲▼ buttons to select desired TV Aspect, then press the ENTER button.If the HDMI cable is connected to the product, TV Zspect does not appear. NOTEIf you have not selected a preferred language in the initial settings, you will see a language selection window next time you turn on the product.Your language selection will apply to all menus: On-Screen Menu, Disc Menu, Audio, Subtitle.If you want to move to the previous screen, press the RETURN button.Once you select a menu language, you can change it by pressing the STOP (@) button on the remote control for more than 5 seconds with no disc inserted.When the Initial Setting screen does not appear, refer to the Initial Setting. (see page 27)

Setting the Setup menuThe access step may differ depending on the selected menu. The GUI (Graphical User Interface) in this manual may differ, depending on the rmware version. FUNCTION TV SOURCE POWER

Move the cursor and select an item. Select the currently selected item. Con rm the setting.

Setup24 English Setup English 25 DisplayYou can congure various display options such as the TV Aspect, Resolution, etc.TV AspectDepending on the type of television you have, you may want to adjust the screen setting.4:3 Pan-Scan Select when you want to see the 16:9 video supplied by the DVD without the black bars on top and bottom, even though you have a TV with a 4:3 ratio screen(extreme left and right portion of the movie picture will be cut off).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.16:9 Wide You can view the full 16:9 picture on your widescreen TV. NOTE When using HDMI, the screen is automatically converted to the 16:9 Wide mode and TV Aspect is deactivated.If a DVD is in the 4:3 ratio, you cannot view it in the wide screen.Since DVD discs are recorded in various image formats, they will look different depending on the software, the type of TV, and the TV aspect ratio setting. BD Wise (Samsung products only)BD Wise is Samsung's latest inter-connectivity feature. When you connect Samsung products with BD-Wise to each other via HDMI, the optimum resolution will be set automatically.On : The original resolution of the DVD disc will be output to the TV direct.Off : The output resolution will be xed according to the Resolution previously set, regardless of the resolution of the disc.

NOTE This will optimize the picture quality according to the content (In the DVD disc, etc) that you want to play and the product or your BD Wise-compliant Samsung TV.If you want to change the resolution in BD Wise mode, you must set BD mode to Off in advance.BD Wise will be disabled if the product is connected to a device that does not support BD Wise. Resolution Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. The number in 480p(576p), 720p, 1080i and 1080p indicates the number of lines of video. The i and p indicate interlace and progressive scan, respectively.480p(576p) : Outputs 480 lines of progressive video.720p : Outputs 720 lines of progressive video.1080i : Outputs 1080 lines of interlaced video.1080p : Outputs 1080 lines of progressive video.BD Wise : Automatically sets the optimal resolution when connected via HDMI to a TV with the BD Wise feature. (The BD Wise menu item appears only if BD Wise is set to On.) NOTE If Component or Composite is connected, the resolution supports only 480i(576i).1080P may not appear depending on TV.HDMI FormatYou can optimize the Color setting from the HDMI output. Select a connected device Type.Monitor : Select if connected to a Monitor via HDMI.TV : Select if connected to a TV via HDMI.Video Out Signal Different countries apply different TV standard. You can select from NTSC or PAL.NTSC : You can select the NTSC video format.PAL : You can select the PAL video format.

~24 English English 25 03 Setup Audio Speaker Setting Speaker Size You can set the Speaker Size of the Center and Surround Speakers, as well as Test Tone in this mode.Settings Move " Select ' Return" Select ' ReturnSpeaker SettingSpeaker Size ▶Sound EditDelay Time st Tone : OffFor the Front, the mode is set to Small.For the Subwoofer, the mode is set to Present.For the Center and Surround, you can switch the mode to Small or None.- Small : Select this when using the speakers.- None : Select this when no speaker is connected. NOTE The speaker mode may vary depending on the Dolby Pro Logic and Stereo settings. Sound Edit You can adjust the balance and level for each speaker.Settings Move " Select ' ReturnSound Edit Change " Select ' Return

Front Bal.Surround Bal.Center LevelSurround LevelSW Level

Press the buttons to select and adjust the desired speaker. Press the buttons to adjust the settings.

Adjusting Front/Surround Bal.You can select between 0 and -6.The volume decreases as you move closer to –6. Adjusting Center/Surround/Subwoofer LevelThe volume level can be adjusted in steps from +6dB to –6dB.The sound gets louder as you move closer to +6dB and quieter as you get closer to -6dB. Delay Time If the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from the listening position, you can adjust the delay time of the audio signals from the Center and Surround speakers. You can also set the Test Tone in this mode. 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 Center and Surround Speakers.Settings Move " Select ' Return Change " Select ' ReturnDelay TimeFrontCenter : 00mSECSurround : 10mSECSubwoofer Test Tone : Off NOTE The Delay Time menu will be activated only when the 5.1 channel source is played.You can not set Center and Surround in this mode when their Speaker Size is set to None.

`26 English Setup English 27 Ideal Center Speaker placementDf: The distance from Front SpeakerDc: The distance from Center SpeakerDs: The distance from Surround SpeakerPlace all speakers within this circle.Ideal Surround Speaker placementSetting the Center SpeakerIf the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the distance of Df in the gure, set the mode as 0ms. Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.Distance between Df and Dc 0.00m 0.34m 0.68m 1.06m 1.40m 1.76mDelay Time 00 ms 01 ms 02 ms 03 ms 04 ms 05 msSetting the Surround SpeakerIf the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the distance of Ds in the gure, set the mode as 0ms. Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.Distance between Ds and Dc 0.00m 1.06m 2.11m 3.16m 3.62m 5.29mDelay Time 00 ms 03 ms 06 ms 09 ms 12 ms 15 ms NOTE With PL II (Dolby Pro Logic II), the delay time may be different for each mode.With AC-3 and DTS, the delay time can be set between 00 and 15mSEC.The Center channel is only adjustable on 5.1 channel discs.

Test ToneSettings Move " Select ' ReturnSpeaker SettingSpeaker SizeSound EditDelay TimeTest Tone : On ▶" Select ' ReturnUse the Test Tone feature to check the speaker connections.Press the buttons to select On.The test tone will be sent to Front Left ➞ Center ➞ Front Right ➞ Surround Right ➞ Surround Left ➞ Subwoofer in order. To stop the test tone, press the ENTER button. DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) This feature balances the range between the loudest and quietest sounds. You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night.You can select either Full, 6/8, 4/8, 2/8, off. AUDIO SYNC Video and audio sync may not match with digital TV. If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time tomatch the videoYou can set the audio delay time between 0 mSec and 300 mSec. Set it to the optimal status.

~26 English English 2703 Setup HDMI Audio The audio signals transmitted over the HDMI Cable can be toggled On/Off.Off : Video is transmitted over the HDMI connection cable only, and audio is output through the product speakers only.On : Both video and audio signals are transmitted over the HDMI connection cable, and audio is output through your TV speakers only. NOTE The default setting of this function is HDMI Audio Off.HDMI Audio is automatically down-mixed to 2ch for TV speakers.When HDMI Audio is set to On, PL II /DSP EQ/P.BASS doesn't work.With HDMI AUDIO set to 'On', the volume can be adjusted only using the TV remote control. User EQ You can con gure the equalizer settings manually to your preference.Settings Move " Select ' Return Reset Adjust Move ' ReturnUser EQ

250Hz 600Hz 1kHz 3kHz 6kHz 10kHz 15kHz NOTE This can be also done using the DSP/EQ button. (see page 35) Audio Return Ch. You can enjoy TV sound from the Home Cinema speakers by using just one HDMI cable.Off : Turn the Audio Return Channel function off.Auto : Listen to TV sound from the Home Cinema speakers if your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.

NOTE When Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is Off, the Audio Return Channel function is not available.Using an ARC (Audio Return Channel)-uncerti ed HDMI cable may cause a problem in compatibility.ARC function is only available if an ARC-compliant TV is connected. KARAOKE SCORING Karaoke score display can be toggled On or Off.Off : Turns off the karaoke score display.On : After the singing, the score is displayed on the screen. NOTE This function is available only for the CD-DA/DVD.Karaoke score may be affected by ambient noise.System Initial Settings By using the Initial Setting, you can set the language and TV aspect. NOTE If the HDMI cable is connected to the product, TV aspect does not appear and it is set to 16:9 Wide automatically. DivX(R) Registration View DivX(R) VOD Registration Code to purchaseand play DivX(R) VOD content. NOTE This option is not activated if you select OK.To activate this option, please activate the DivX(R) Deactivation.Even after you reset the system, the settings of DivX Registration will not be reset. DivX(R) Deactivation Select this to get a new registration code.

`28 English Setup English 29 LanguageYou can select the language you prefer for on-screen menu, disc menu, etc. OSD LanguageSelect the language for the on-screen displays.Disc MenuSelect the language for the disc menu displays.AudioSelect the language for disc audio.SubtitleSelect the language for disc subtitles.a To select a language that does not appear in the menu, select OTHERS in the Disc Menu, Audio and Subtitle, and enter the language code of your country (see page 39).a You cannot select OTHERS in the OSD Language

enu. NOTE The selected language will only appear if it is supported on the disc.SecurityThe Parental Lock 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. Parental Rating Select the rating level you want to set. A larger number indicates that the program is intended for adult use only. For example, if you select up to Level 6, discs that contain Level 7, 8 will not play.Enter the password and then press the ENTER button.- The password is set to "0000" by default. - O nce the setup is complete, you will be taken to the previous screen.

Change Password Select Change and enter the 4-digit password to set the parental lock using the number buttons on the remote control. Move " Select ' ReturnSettings Parental Rating : Off Password : Change ▶ Display Audio System Language Security Support If you forgot your passwordRemove the disc.Press and hold the STOP (@) button on the remote control for 5 seconds or more. All settings will revert to the factory settings.Support Product Information Provide the product information such as Model code, Softrware Version, etc.

English 29 04 Basic FunctionsDisc Playback Press the OPEN/CLOSE (^) button. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc's label facing up.Press the OPEN/CLOSE (^) button to close the disc tray. NOTE Resume function: When you stop disc play, the product remembers where you stopped, so when you press PLAY button again, it will pick up where you left off. (This function works only with DVDs.) Press the STOP button twice during playback to disable the Resume function.If no buttons are pressed on the product or remote control for more than 3 minutes when the product is in Pause mode, it will change to STOP mode.The initial screen may appear different, depending on the content of the disc.Pirated discs will not play in this product because they violate the CSS(Content Scrambling System: a copy protection system) recommendations.a will appear when an invalid button is pressed. TV Screen Saver/Power Saving Function If no button input is made for more than 5 minutes in Stop or Play mode, the screen saver will get activated.If the product is left in the screen saver mode for more than 20 minutes, the power will automatically turn off. (Except when playing music)

Audio CD(CD-DA)/mP3/WmA Playback Track01 1/17 0:15 / 3:59Function DVD/CD Repeat Play ModeInsert an Audio CD(CD-DA) or an MP3 Disc into the disc tray.For an Audio CD, the rst track will be played automatically. - Press the [] buttons to move to the previous/next track.For the MP3/WMA disc, press the _+ buttons to select Music, then press the ENTER button.- Press the $%_+ buttons to select a desired file and press the ENTER button. - Press the () buttons to move to the previous/next pages. Press the STOP (@) button to stop playback. NOTE Some MP3/WMA-CDs may not play, depending on the recording mode.Table of contents of a MP3-CD varies depending on the MP3/WMA track format recorded on the disc.WMA-DRM les cannot be played.

Basic Functions30 English Basic Functions English 31 JPEG file PlaybackImages captured with a digital camera or camcorder, or JPEG les on a PC can be stored on a CD and then played back with this product.Insert a JPEG disc on the disc tray.Press the buttons to select Photo, and then press the ENTER button.Press the buttons to select the folder you want to play, and then press the ENTER button.Press the ▲▼ buttons to select the photo you want to play, and then press the ENTER button.The selected le will play and slide show will start. To stop slide show, press the PAUSE (#) button. You can view the previous/next le by pressing the ◀,▶ buttons during the slideshow mode.2011/01/01JPEG 1JPEG 2JPEG 3Function DVD/CD Pages Return642 X 352 ROOT Rotate Function

Press the GREEN(B) or YELLOW(C) button during the PAUSE mode.GREEN(B) Button: Rotate 90° counterclockwise.YELLOW(C) Button: Rotate 90° clockwise. NOTE The maximum resolutions supported by this product are 5120 x 3480 (or 19.0 MPixel) for standard JPEG les and 2048 x 1536 (or 3.0 MPixel) for progressive image les.

) 1 ➞ ) 2 ➞ ) 3 ➞ ) 4 NOTE No sound is played in search mode.The playback search produces sound only when searching at 1 and 2 speed.This function is available only for the CD-DA. Skipping Scenes/Songs BAD Press the [] buttons.Each time the button is pressed during playback, the previous or next chapter, track or directory (le) will be played.You cannot skip chapters consecutively. Slow Motion Play

*1 ➞*2 ➞*3 NOTE No sound is heard during slow playback.Reverse slow playback does not work.

Press the PAUSE button repeatedly.The picture moves forward one frame each time the button is pressed during playback. NOTE No sound is heard during step motion playback.5 Minute Skip function During playback, press the _,+ button.Playback skips 5 minutes forward whenever you press the button.Playback skips 5 minutes backward whenever you press the button. NOTE This function is available only for the DivX that contains time information.Using the Disc Menu You can view the menus for the audio language, subtitle language, pro le, etc. During playback, press the DISC MENU button on the remote control.Press the $%_+ buttons to make the desired selection, then press the ENTER button. NOTE Depending on the disc, menu setup items may vary and this menu may not be available.

Using the Title Menu For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. During playback, press the TITLE MENU button on the remote control.Press the $%_+ buttons to make the desired selection, then press the ENTER button. NOTE Depending on the disc, menu setup items may vary and this menu may not be available.Repeat Playback BAD DVD/DivX RepeatYou can repeat the title, chapter or the section(A-B Repeat) of the DVD/DivX.Repeat OFF During DVD/DivX playback, press the REPEAT button on the remote control.Press the $% buttons to select a desired repeat mode, then press the ENTER button.Press the ▲▼ buttons to select OFF to return to normal play, then press the ENTER button.

932 English Basic Functions English 33 CD/MP3 RepeatDuring the CD/ MP3 playback, press the REPEAT button repeatedly to select the repeat mode you want.

You can repeatedly play back a designated section of a DVD or CD.During the DVD disc or CD playback, press the REPEAT button on the remote control.For DVD, press the $% buttons to select A-.For CD press the REPEAT button repeatedly until appears.Press the ENTER button at the point where you want repeat play to start (A).Press the ENTER button at the point where you want repeat play to stop (B).To return to normal playback,For DVD, press the $% buttons to select to OFF. For CD, press the REPEAT button to select to . NOTE The A-B Repeat function does not operate with DivX, MP3 or JPEG discs.

Change Select 1/6 1/1 1/1 ENDuring playback, press the TOOLS button on the remote control.Press the $% buttons to select the desired item.Press the _+ buttons to make the desired setup change and then press the ENTER button.- You may use the number buttons of the remote control to control some items.To make Disc information disappear, press the TOOLS button again. NOTE If you are playing contents from the tools menu, some functions may not be enabled depending on the disc.You can also select DTS, Dolby Digital or Pro Logic, depending on the disc.Some tools menus may differ depending on discs and les.

932 English English 3304 Basic Functions TOOLS menuTitle( ) : To access the desired title when there is more than one in the disc. For example, if there is more than one movie on a DVD, each movie will be identied as a Title.Chapter( ) : Most DVD discs are recorded in chapters so that you can quickly nd a specic chapter.Playing time( ) : Allows playback of the lm from a desired time. You must enter the starting time as a reference. The time search function does not operate on some discs.Audio( ): Refers to the lm's soundtrack language. A DVD Disc can contain up to 8 audio languages.Subtitle( ): 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. A DVD Disc can contain up to 32 subtitle languages.Angle( ): When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can use the Angle function. Selecting the Audio Language

Press the TOOLS button. Press the $% buttons to select AUDIO (

display.Press the _+ buttons to select the desired audio language.Depending on the of languages on a DVD disc, a different audio language is selected each time the button is pressed. Selecting the Subtitle Language

Press the TOOLS button. Press the $% buttons to select SUBTITLE (

Press the _+ buttons to select the desired subtitle language.Depending on the languages on a DVD disc, a different subtitle language is selected each time the button is pressed. NOTE Depending on the disc, the Subtitle and Audio Language functions may not be available.Caption Function You must have some experience with video extraction and editing in order to use this feature properly. To use the caption function, save the caption le (*.smi) in the same le name as that of the DivX media le (*.avi) within the same folder. ample. Root Samsung_007CD1.avi Samsung_007CD1.smiUp to 100 alphanumeric characters or 50 East Asian characters (2 byte characters such as Korean and Chinese) for the le name.The subtitle of DivX les are *.smi, *.sub, *.srt over 148 kbyte is not supported. Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles.Press the TOOLS button. Press the $% buttons to select ANGLE (

display.Press the _+ buttons to select the desired angle. NOTE The Angle function works only with discs on which multiple angles have been recorded.

`34 English Basic Functions English 35 SLEEP You can set the time that the Home Cinema will shut itself off.Press the SLEEP button.Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows SLP 10 SLP 20

SLP 90 SLP 120 SLP 150 OFF. DIMMER You can adjust the brightness of the display on the main unit.Press the DIMMER button.Sound mode P.BASS The P.BASS function provides a bass boost to reinforce the low frequencies.The MP3 ENHANCE function provides better sound quality by upscaling the sampling frequency.Press the P.BASS button.2 ChannelLPCM sourcePOWER BASS ON POWER BASS OFFMP3 le MP3 ENHANCE ON ➞POWER BASS ON ➞POWER BASS OFF NOTE The P.BASS function is only available with 2 channel LPCM sources such as MP3, DivX, CD and WMA. The P.BASS function does not work with GIGA SOUND or Dolby Pro Logic ll modes. If you press P.BASS in the DSP/EQ mode, the DSP/EQ mode is automatically shut off and the P. BASS function will be turned on.The MP3 Enhancement function is only available MP3 le.

GIGA The GIGA Sound Function amplies bass and improves bass twice as much for you to appreciate powerful real sound. The GIGA Sound feature will be applied only to the subwoofer.Press the GIGA button. NOTE If GIGA Sound is set to 'ON', other sound eld effects will not be applied.If DOLBY PLII is set to 'ON', the GIGA Sound effect will not be applied.The GIGA Sound works when in 2-channel LPCM mode only. S.VOL (SMART VOLUME) This will regulate and stabilize the volume level against a drastic volume change when changing channels or during a scene transition.Press the S.VOL button.Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows : SMART VOLUME ON

You can also press the S/W LEVEL button on the remote control and use the _ or + buttons to adjust the level of subwoofer.Press the S/W LEVEL button.

934 English English 3504 Basic Functions DSP (Digital Signal Processor)/EQ DSP (Digital Signal Processor) : DSP modes have been designed to simulate different acoustic environments. EQ : You can select POPS, JAZZ , ROCK, or USER etc. to optimize the sound for the genre of music you are playing Press the DSP/EQ button.POPS, JAZZ, ROCK Select POP, JAZZ, or ROCK, depending on the genre of music you're listening to.USER You can enjoy music as you set in “EQ:USER ”.If you press ENTER in the “EQ:USER” menu, you will see a window where you can change the EQ settings to your preference.STUDIOProvides a sense of presence as if in a studio. CLUB Simulates the sound of a dance club with a throbbing bass beat. HALL Provides a clear vocal as if listening in a concert hall.MOVIEProvides the feeling of a movie cinema.CHURCHProvides the feeling of being in a grand church.RANCHERA,SAMBA,CUMBIA,HABANERA,BOOMBA,REGGAESelect RANCHERA, SAMBA, CUMBIA, HABANERA, BOOMBA or REGGAE, depending on the genre of music you're listening to. OFF Select this for normal listening. NOTE The menu may vary depending on the region.The DSP/EQ function is only available in Stereo mode.The DSP/EQ function is not available while playing AC3 signal in 2.1 channel mode.

Dolby Pro Logic II Mode You can select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio mode.Press the PL II button.MUSICWhen listening to music, you can experience sound effects as if you are listening to the actual performance.MOVIEAdds realism to the movie soundtrack.PROLOGYou can listen to a 2CH sound source in 5.1CH surround sound with all speakers active.- A specic speaker(s) may not be output depending on the input signal.MATRIXYou will hear multi-channel surround sound.STEREOSelect this to listen to sound from the front left and right speakers and the subwoofer only. NOTE When selecting Pro Logic II mode, connect your external device to the AUDIO INPUT jacks (L and R) on the product. If you connect to only one of the inputs (L or R), you cannot listen to surround sound.The Pro Logic II function is only available in Stereo mode.The Pro Logic II function is not available while playing AC3 signal in 2.1 channel mode.

936 English Basic Functions English 37 Listening to Radio Using buttons on the Remote Control Press the FUNCTION button to select FM. Tune in to the desired station.Preset Tuning 1 : You must rst add a desired frequency as a preset. Press the STOP (@) button to select PRESET and then press the TUNING/CH() button to select the preset station. Manual Tuning : Press the STOP (@) button to select MANUAL and then press the TUNING/CH ) button to tune in to a lower or higher frequency. Automatic Tuning : Press the STOP (@) button to select MANUAL and then press and hold the TUNING/CH() button to automatically search the band. Setting Mono/Stereo Press the MO/ST button. Each time the button is pressed, the sound switches between STEREO and MONO.In a poor reception area, select MONO for a clear, interference-free broadcast. Presetting Stations Example : Presetting FM 89.10 in the memory Press the FUNCTION button to select FM. Press the TUNING/CH () button to select <89.10>.Press the TUNER MEMORY button. Number ashes on the display.Press the buttons to select preset number.You can select between 1 and 15 presets.

Press the TUNER MEMORY button again.Press the TUNER MEMORY button before number disappears from the display.Number disappears from the display and the station is stored in memory.To preset another station, repeat steps 2 to 5. To tune in to a preset station, press the TUNING/CH ( ) buttons on the remote control to select a channel.

~36 English English 37 05 Advanced FunctionsUSB function Playing Media Files using the USB Host Feature You can enjoy media les such as pictures, movies and music saved on an MP3 player, USB memory stick or digital camera in high quality video with 5.1 channel sound by connecting the storage device to the USB port of the product. MIC 2MIC 1 MIC 2 MIC 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port on the front panel of the product.Press the FUNCTION button to select USB.USB appears on the display screen and then disappears.Press the buttons to select Videos, Photos or Music.- Select a le to play.Safe USB RemovalTo prevent damage to the memory stored in the USB device, perform safe removal before disconnecting the USB cable.Press the YELLOW(C) button.- REMOVE will appear on the display.Remove the USB cable. NOTE To listen to your music les with 5.1 channel sound, you must set the Dolby Pro Logic II mode to Matrix. (See page 35)Remove the USB cable from the USB port slowly. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the USB port.

USB RecordingWhile playing CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) using the USB Recording function or listening to the FM radio or receiving audio source from an external device, you can record the audio source in the USB memory.Ex) USB recording of CD-DA audio contentsConnect the USB device to your product.Insert the CD-DA disc into the CD tray.Press the USB REC button on the remote control.To start ripping the current track, press the USB REC button on the remote control while the system is playing a track or stopped temporarily.To record the entire CD, press and hold the USB REC button on the remote control.- "FULL CD RIPPING" appears on the display and recording starts. Press the STOP (@) button to stop recording. When USB recording of a CD is completed, you will nd a new folder named “RECORDING” in the USB drive. The contents will be saved in the folder in the MP3 format.When USB recording of FM radio or AUX source is completed, you will nd a new folder named “TUNER RECORDING or AUX RECORDING” in the USB drive. The contents will be saved in the folder in the MP3 format. NOTE Do not disconnect the USB connection or the power cable during the USB Recording. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the data. To stop USB Recording, press the STOP button and disconnect the USB device after the system stops playing the CD completely.If you disconnect the USB connection during the USB Recording, the system will turn off and you will not be able to delete the recorded le.If you connect the USB device to the system while it is playing a CD, the system stops temporarily and will play again. DTS-CDs cannot be recorded.If the recording duration is less than 5 seconds, a recording le may not be created.USB Recording works only if the USB device is formatted in the FAT le system. (The NTFS le system is not supported.)The audio signal will not be output during USB recording of the CD.When HDMI AUDIO is set to On, the USB Recording function is not supported.Do not insert the MIC while CD Ripping.

Advanced Functions38 English Other Information English 39 Troubleshooting Refer to the chart below when this product 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 product, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized dealer or Samsung Electronics Service Center. Symptom Check/Remedy I cannot eject the disc.• Is the power cord plugged securely into the outlet?• Turn off the power and then turn it back on.Playback does not start.

  • C heck the region number of the DVD. DVD discs purchased from abroad may not be playable.• CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs cannot be played on this product.• Make sure that the rating level is correct.Playback does not start immediately when the Play/Pause button is pressed.• Are you using a deformed disc or a disc with scratches on the surface?• Wipe the disc clean.Sound is not produced. No sound is heard during fast playback, slow playback, and step motion playback. Are the speakers connected properly? Is the speaker setup correctly customized?• Is the disc severely damaged?Sound can be heard only from a few speakers and not all 6. On certain DVD discs, sound is output from the front speakers only.• Check if the speakers are connected properly.• Adjust the volume.• When listening to a CD, radio or TV, sound is output to the front speakers only. Select "PROLOG" by pressing PL II (Dolby Pro Logic II) on the remote control to use all six speakers.Dolby Digital 5.1 CH Surround Sound is not produced. Is there "Dolby Digital 5.1 CH" mark on the disc? Dolby Digital 5.1 CH Surround Sound is produced only if the disc is recorded with 5.1 channel sound.• Is the audio language correctly set to Dolby Digital 5.1-CH in the information display?The remote control does not work. Is the remote control being operated within its operation range of angle and distance?• Are the batteries drained?• Have you selected the correct mode (RECEIVER DVD/TV)?• Disc is rotating but no picture is produced.
  • P icture quality is poor and picture is shaking.• Is the TV power on?• Are the video cables connected properly?• Is the disc dirty or damaged?• A poorly manufactured disc may not be playable.Audio language and subtitles do not work. Audio language and subtitles will not work if the disc does not contain them.The Disc/Title menu screen does not appear even when the Disc/Title function is selected.• Are you using a disc that does not contain menus?Aspect ratio cannot be changed.
  • Y ou can play 16:9 DVDs in 16:9 WIDE mode, 4:3 LETTER BOX mode, or 4:3 PAN SCAN mode, but 4:3 DVDs can be seen in 4:3 ratio only. Refer to the DVD disc jacket and then select the appropriate function.38 English English 39 06 Other Information Symptom Check/Remedy
  • The product is not working. (Example: The power goes out or the front panel key doesn't work or a strange noise is heard.)
  • The product is not working normally.
  • P ress and hold the STOP (@) button on the remote control for longer than 5 seconds with no disc (reset function). Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings. Do not use this unless necessary. The rating level password has been forgotten.
  • While “NO DISC” message appears on the display of the product, press and hold the remote control's STOP (@) button for longer than 5 seconds. “INIT” appears on the display and all settings will return to the default values. And then press the POWER button. Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings. Do not use this unless necessary. Can't receive radio broadcast.
  • Is the antenna connected properly?

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A Mark01, 15 NEC 18, 19, 20, 40, 59, 60 Anam 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14Nikei

AOC 01, 18, 40, 48Onking Bell & Howell (M.Wards)57, 58, 81 Onwa

Brocsonic59, 60Panasonic06, 07, 08, 09, 54, 66, 67, 73, 74Candle Penney Cetronic Philco03, 15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59, 62, 69, 90Citizen03, 18, 25Philips15, 17, 18, 40, 48, 54, 62, 72Cinema Pioneer63, 66, 80, 91Classic Portland15, 18, 59Concerto Proton Contec Quasar06, 66, 67Coronado Radio Shack17, 48, 56, 60, 61, 75Craig03, 05, 61, 82, 83, 84 RCA/ Proscan18, 59, 67, 76, 77, 78, 92, 93, 94Croslex Realistic03, 19Crown Sampo Curtis Mates59, 61, 63Samsung00, 15, 16, 17, 40, 43, 46, 47, 48, 49, CXC

Sanyo19, 61, 65Daewoo02, 03, 04, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 48, 59, 90Scott03, 40, 60, 61Daytron Sears15, 18, 19Dynasty Sharp15, 57, 64Emerson03, 15, 40, 46, 59, 61, 64, 82, 83, 84, 85Signature 2000 (M.Wards)57, 58Fisher19, 65 Sony 50, 51, 52, 53, 55Funai Soundesign03, 40Futuretech Spectricon General Electric (GE)06, 40, 56, 59, 66, 67, 68 SSS

Teknika03, 15, 18, 25 KTV 59, 61, 87, 88 TMK 18, 40 KEC 03, 15, 40Toshiba19, 57, 63, 71 KMC

Vidtech LG (Goldstar)01, 15, 16, 17, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44Videch59, 60, 69Luxman Wards15, 17, 18, 40, 48, 54, 60, 64LXI (Sears)19, 54, 56, 59, 60, 62, 63, 65, 71Yamaha Magnavox15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59, 60, 62, 72, 89 York