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| Product Type | DVD Player / VCR Combo |
| Brand | Samsung |
| Model | DVD-V55K |
| Dimensions (Approx.) | 430 x 85 x 280 mm (16.9 x 3.3 x 11.0 in) |
| Weight (Approx.) | 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs) |
| Power Supply | AC 120 V ~ 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 25 W (typical) |
| Playable Disc Formats | DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, VCD, SVCD |
| VCR Recording Format | VHS (SP/LP/EP) |
| Video Outputs | Composite (RCA), S-Video, Component (Y/Pb/Pr) |
| Audio Outputs | Stereo RCA, Digital Optical (optional) |
| Inputs | Composite (RCA), S-Video (front/rear) |
| Timer Recording | Yes, up to 8 programs |
| Remote Control | Included (AA batteries required) |
| Front Panel Features | VCR controls, DVD tray, Audio/Video input jacks |
| Maintenance | Clean VCR heads with a cleaning cassette; DVD lens may be cleaned with a DVD lens cleaner |
| Safety Precautions | Do not expose to moisture; use in a well-ventilated area; avoid placing objects on top |
| Spare Parts / Repairability | Remote control, power cord, composite cables may be replaced; refer to service manual for internal parts |
| General Information | This combo unit allows playback of DVDs and VHS tapes, and recording from tuner or external sources onto VHS |
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USER MANUAL DVD-V55K SAMSUNG

Contents
◆ FOREWORD
- Safety Instructions.... 4
- Disc Type and Characteristics.... 5
◆ DVD-VCR OVERVIEWS
- Front View of the DVD-VCR.... 6
- Rear View of the DVD-VCR.... 6
- Infrared Remote Control....7
- Display Indicators....9
- Display indicators.... 8
- Accessories.... 8
◆ CONNECTING YOUR DVD-VCR
■ Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR.... ■Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable.... 10 - Connecting Other Equipment to Your DVD-VCR.... 10 - Deck Control Keys.... 11 - Carving from DVD to VCP.... 12 - Copying from DVD to VCR.... 12 - Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control.... 13 - Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control.... 13 - Setting the Date and Time.... 13 - Menu Language.... 14
◆ SETTING UP YOUR DVD-VCR
- Selecting the Colour Mode.... 15
- Intelligent Picture Control.... 16
- Auto Power Off.... 16
- Selecting the Cassette Type.... 17
- Auto Repeat Play.... 17
- Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information.... 19
- Displaying/Hiding Off-Screen Information.... 18
- Selecting the Recording Speed.... 19
- Selecting the Recording Speed.... 18
- Protecting a Recorded Cassette.... 19 ■ Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable.... 19
- Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder.... 20
- Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop.... 21
◆ PLAYING BACK
- Playing a Cassette.... 22
- Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically.... 22
- Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually.... 22
- Selecting the Audio Output Mode 23
- Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion.... 23 ■ Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame.... 24 Playing a Sequence at Various Brands.... 91
- Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds.... 24
- Searching for a Specific Sequence.... 25
- Picture Search, Font Forward/Retired.... 26 ■ Picture Search, Fast Forward Remind.... 26 ■ Using the Top Countries.... 26
- Using the Tape Courier.... 26
- SORR (Super VHS Ouchi Playback).... 27
- S&P5 (Super VHS Quad Playback) 27
◆ KARAOKE FUNCTIONS (VCR)
- Using the KARAOKE Function 28 SCORE Function 28
- KARAOKE SEARCH Function 28
Contents (cont.)
◆ DVD FUNCTIONS
- Choosing a Connection.... 29 ■ Using the DVD SETUP 30 ■ Using the Disc Menu Language.... 31
- Setting Up the Language Features.... 32
- Setting Up the Parental Center.... 32
- Setting Up the Parental Control.... 33
- Setting Up the Audio Options.... 34 Setting Up the Display Options 35 ■ A/V Receiver Connections 36 ■ Special Playback Features.... 37 ■ Using the Display Function (DVD) 38 ■ Using the Display Function (CD/VCD).... 38
- Repeat Play.... 39
- Program Play (DVD/VCD/CD) 40
- Random Play (DVD/CD/CD) 40 ■ Handoff Play (DVD/VCD/CD) 46 ■ SCREEN FIT Play 41
- Digest Play 42
- Using the Disc View Function.... 43 ■ Selecting the Audio Language.... 44 Selecting the Subtitle Language.... 41 ■ Selecting the Subtitle Language.... 44 Choosing the Camera Angle.... 45
- Changing the Camera Angle.... 45
- Using the Bookmark Function.... 46
- Using the Bookmark Function.... 45
- Using the Zoom & 3D Sound Functions.... 47 ■ MP3 Play 48 ■ CD-R MP3 Disc Requirements 49
◆ KARAOKE FUNCTIONS (DVD)
■ Beginning Karaoke Functions.... 50 Key Control.... 57 ■ Key Control....50 - Reserving a Song....51 - Reserving a Song.... 51 - Cancellation of reservation.... 51 ■ Cancellation of reservation.... 51 ■ Vocal Fader.... 52 - Guide Melody 52 ■ Score Function.... 52 ■ Types of Karaoke disc.... 52
SOLVING PROBLEMS
- Technical Specifications.... 53 ■ Problems and Solutions (VCR) 54
- Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) 55
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.




① = Step number

Safety Instructions
The following illustrations represent precautions.

The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. DO NOT OPEN THE DVD-VCR. Refer to service personnel.

Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature conditions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extreme humidity conditions (less than 10% and more than 75%).

Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to direct sunlight.

Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to any liquids.

Do NOT place any objects on the DVD-VCR or remote control.

During a storm and/or lightning, unplug the DVD-VCR from the mains socket and aerial.

If the remote control is not used for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store it in a cool, dry place.
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTS
Disc Type and Characteristics
This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos:
| Disc Types (Logos) | Recording Types | Disc Size | Max. Playing Time | Characteristics |
| DVD[IMAGE] | Audio+Video | 12 Cm | Single-sided 240 min.Double-sided 480 min. | • DVD contains excellent sound and video due to Doby Digital and MPEG-2 system.• Various screen and audio functions can be easily selected through the pre-screen menu. |
| 6 Cm | Single-sided 80 min.Double-sided 160 min. | |||
| VIDEO-CD[IMAGE] | Audio+Video | 12 Cm | 74 min. | • Video with CD sound, VHS quality & MPEG-1 compression technology. |
| 8 Cm | 20 min. | |||
| AUDIO-CD[IMAGE] | Audio | 12 Cm | 74 min. | • An LP is recorded as an analog signal with more distortion. CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio quality over time. |
| 8 Cm | 20 min. |
* DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.)
Disc Markings

• Playback Region Number

PAL colour system in U.K., China, etc.
PAL colour system in U.K., China, etc.
PAL colour system in U.K., China, etc.

• NTSC colour system in USA, South Korea, etc.
NTSC colour system in USA, South Korea, etc.
NTSC colour system in USA, South Korea, etc.

- Dolby Digital disc
Dolby Digital disc

• Stereo
disc

• Digital
Audio disc

• DTS disc
Playback Region Number
Both the DVD player 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. The Region Number for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.

Display Indicators

1 The DVD Deck is active
2 A DVD, CD, VCD, or SVCD is loaded
3 The number to the right of the "TITLE" symbol is the current title number
4 The time, counter position, time remaining or current deck status is displayed
5 VHS tape is inserted
6 Recording is in progress (normal and timer) 7 The VCR Dock is active
8 3D Sound is active
9 A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded
10 The number to the right of the "CHAP" symbol is the current chapter number
11 The Hi-Fi track of a VHS tape is playing (The current TV show or video is broadcast in Stereo)
12 A Timer Recording is programmed or in progress. If it is blinking, there is an error.
13 DVD to VHS copy is in progress
Accessories
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (DVD-VCR).
Together with your DVD-VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.

Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR
You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems:
◆ Types of connectors available on your systems ◆ Systems connected permanently to the DVD-VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily (camcorder for example)
Your DVD-VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
Connector Location Type Direction Recommended Use
LINE

◆ Other VCR
Audio output Rear Audio RCA Out ♦ LINE Audio out (DVD only)

COMPONENT Rear RCA Out ♦ COMPONENT out (DVD only)
output

○
S-VIDEO Rear S-JACK Out ♦ S-Video out (DVD only)
output

C
Digital AUDIO Rear Optical Out ◆ Digital Audio out (DVD only)

C

Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your DVD VCR, ensure that all elements are switched off.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions and associated safety precautions.
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable


You can connect your DVD-VCR to the television using the RCA cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus:
◆ Obtain better quality sound and pictures
Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD-VCR
Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.
1. Connect one end of the PCA Audio/Video cable to the Video output and Audio L, R output sockets on the rear of the DVD-VCR.
2. Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.
Connecting Other Equipment to Your DVD-VCR
You can connect other audio and/or video equipment to your DVD-VCR in different ways. The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities.
The RCA input/output connectors on the rear of the DVD-VCR are used for equipment such as camcorders, VCRs, or sound systems.
REAR OF THE DVD-VCR


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Deck Control Keys
The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck.
1. STANDBY/ON Button
Press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control or front panel to turn on the DVD-VCR.
2. DVD Button
Press the DVD button on the remote control when you want to control the DVD deck.
- The DVD indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show that the DVD deck is selected.
3 VCR Button
Press the VCR button on remote control when you want to control the VCR deck.
◆ The VCR indicator will light on the Front Panel Display to show that VHS deck is selected.
4 DVD-VCR Toggle
Press the SELECT button on the front panel to toggle control between the DVD deck and the VCR deck.
Before using the VCR operation of 13-28 pages, press the VCR button on the remote control to select VCR mode.
Before using the DVD operation of 29~52 pages, press the DVD button on the remote control to select and watch DVD.



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Copying from DVD to VCR




The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape with a press of the COPY button.

If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision® encoded DVDs.
1 Insert Disc
Insert the disc you wish to copy in the DVD deck and close the drawer.
2 Insert VHS Tape
Insert a blank VHS videotape into the VCR deck.
3 Copy the DVD to VHS Tape
Press the COPY button on the DVD-VCR front panel.
◆ The DVD will go into Play mode and the VCR will go into Record mode.
4 Stop the Copy Process
When the DVD is finished playing, press the VCR button on the remote control and then press the STOP button to end the copy. - You must stop the copy process manually when the DVD movie ends or the DVD may replay and record over and over again.

For NTSC DVD or VCD copy
Before starting the copy process, set the Quasi PAL to Off in Display options of DVD SETUP (see page 35). If Quasi PAL is On, the copy process cannot be activated. The copy is only active in PAL tape system.
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you:
◆ Purchase the DVD-VCR
◆ Find that the remote control is no longer working correctly
1 Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
2 Insert two AA, R5 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect the polarities.
- Connect the + on the battery to the + on the remote control
- Connect the - on the battery to the - on the remote control
3 Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote control and pushing it back into place.

Do not mix different battery types (for example, manganese and alkaline).
Setting the Date and Time
You must set the date and time when: ◆ You purchase the DVD-VCR
Do not forget to reset the time when you change clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
1 Press SETUP on the remote control. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding ▲, ▼, or ▶ buttons to select the CLOCK option.
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The CLOCK SET menu is displayed.
4 Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to select the hour, minutes, day, month, and year. Result: The selected option flashes.
5 Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to increase or decrease the value. Result: The day of the week is displayed automatically. ➤ You can hold the ▲ or ▼ buttons down to scroll more quickly through the values.
6 On completion, press RETURN to exit the menu.







Selecting the Colour Mode
Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard.
Otherwise, the system automatically selects the reception standard when you select AUTO.
When playing back a cassette, the standard is automatically selected by the DVD-VCR.
When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD-VCR, make a setting on the colour system according to your TV. If your TV is a PAL system only TV, set NTPB. If your TV is Multi System TV (NTSC 4.43 compatible), set NT4.43 and you can record NT4.43.
1 Press SETUP on the remote control.
Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding option buttons ▲, ▼, or ◀ to select the
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4 Press the corresponding or buttons until the cursor is placed on the COLOUR SYSTEM option.
5 Press the button to select AUTO → PAL → MESECAM → B/W.
AUTO: When playing back a cassette, the system standard is automatically selected by the DVD-VCR.
B/W: Black and White
6 On completion, press RETURN twice to exit the menu.
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The Intelligent Picture Control feature allows you to adjust the sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own preferences.
1. During playback, press the SETUP button on the remote control. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. 2. Press the corresponding ▲, ▼, or ◀ buttons to select the option. 3. Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The USER SET MENU is displayed. 4. Press the corresponding ▲ or ▼ buttons to place the cursor on the IPC (Intelligent Picture Control) option. 5. Press the ▶ or ◀ button to select the IPC option. When Intelligent Picture Control mode is on, the sharpness of the image is adjusted automatically. 6. To adjust the sharpness manually, press the ▼ button to turn the IPC off. 7. Press the ◀ or ▶ buttons until the picture is displayed according to your preferences. If you do not press a button within ten seconds, the PICTURE menu disappears automatically. 8. On completion, press the RETURN button again.
The Auto Power Off feature automatically turns off your DVD-VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected time.
1. Press SETUP on the remote control. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2. Press the corresponding ▲, ▼, or ◀ buttons to select the option.
3. Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The USER SET MENU is displayed.
4. Press the corresponding ▲ or ▼ buttons until the cursor is placed on the AUTO POWER OFF option.
5. Press the ▶ button until you select the time of the Auto Power Off interval.

6. On completion, press RETURN twice to exit the menu.
If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted.
1. Press SETUP on the remote control. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. 2. Press the corresponding ▲, ▼, or ▶ buttons to select the VCR option. 3. Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The VCR FUNCTION SETUP menu is displayed. 4. Press the corresponding ▲ or ▼ buttons until the cursor is placed on the Tape Select option. 5. Press the ◀ or ▶ buttons as many times as required until the correct cassette length is displayed. 6. Press RETURN twice to exit the menu.

You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from beginning to end.
1. Press SETUP on the remote control. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. 2. Press the corresponding ▲, ▼, or ▶ buttons to select the VCR option. 3. Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The VCR FUNCTION SETUP menu is displayed. 4. Press the corresponding ▲ or ▼ buttons until the cursor is placed on the Repeat Play option. 5. To... Press ◀ or ▶ until... Repeat play ON is displayed. If you do not wish to repeat play, OFF is displayed.
6. On completion, press RETURN twice to exit the menu.
Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information
| MAIN MENU | Your DVD-VCR displays most information both on the DVD-VCR and the television.You can choose to display or hide this information on the television screen (except for the Index, MAIN MENU, which cannot be hidden). | |
| VCR FUNCTION SETUP | 1 Press SETUP on the remote control.Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed. | |
| RETURN | ENTER | 2 Press the correspondingor buttons to select the VCR option. |
| VCR FUNCTION SETUP | 3 Press the ENTER button to select this option.Result: The VCR FUNCTION SETUP menu is displayed. | |
| I know behind x180Repeat Play Off DoOh | 4 Press the corresponding or buttons, until the cursor is placed on the OSDoption. | |
| RETURN | 5 To... Press or , until...Display on-screen information ONis displayed.Hide on-screen information ON is displayed. | |
| 6 On completion, press RETURN twice to exit the menu. | ||
Selecting the Recording Speed
Type Recording Time (In SP)
E-160 180 mins. or 3 hours
E-240 240 mins. or 4 hours
E-200 200 mins, or
4 hours and 20 mins.
E-300 300 mins. or 5 hours
You can record a cassette at two different speeds:
◆ SP (Standard Play)
▲ L.P. (Long Play)
In Long Play modes:
◆ Each cassette lasts twice as long
◆ The recording is of a slightly lower quality
To record a cassette... Press the SPEED button on the
remote control, until...
In standard play mode
In long play mode
SP is displayed.
LP is displayed.
Protecting a Recorded Cassette
Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape.
1 If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small screwdriver. 2 To re-record over a protected cassette (safety tab broken), cover the hole with adhesive tape.
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable
You can connect other audio/video equipment to your DVD-VCR using audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen.
Examples: ♦ You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a second VCR (see page 20).
◆ You wish to play back and/or copy pictures taken with a camcorder (see page 20).
◆ Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.
1 Connect one end of the RCA audio/video cable into the VIDEO socket on the Rear of the DVD-VCR. 2 Plug the other end of the audio/video cable into the appropriate output connector on the other system (VCR or camcorder). 3 Connect one end of the RCA audio cable into the AUDIO sockets on the Rear of the DVD-VCR. ➢ Take care to respect the colour coding of the left and right channels. 4 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate output connectors on the other system (VCR, camcorder or Hi-Fi sound system).
VCR Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder


You can copy a cassette to your DVD-VCR from another video source, such as another VCR or a camcorder.

It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form without the permission of the owners of the corresponding copyright.
1 Connect the DVD-VCR, from which the cassette is to be copied, to the appropriate RCA audio and video input connectors on the rear of your DVD-VCR, as indicated on page 10. 2 Insert a blank cassette in your DVD-VCR. 3 Insert the pre-recorded cassette in the other video source (VCR or camcorder). 4 Start playing back the cassette to be copied. 5 Hold REC (DVD-VCR) down for a while to start recording on your DVD-VCR. 6 When you have finished recording, press ■ on both VCR and DVD-VCR.
Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop
This function enables you to record up to nine hours (LP) of programmes. Your DVD-VCR stops automatically after the requested length of time.
1 Switch on the television.
2 Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded, with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening covered with adhesive tape. Result: The DVD-VCR is switched on automatically. 3 Select the recording speed by pressing the SPEED button as many times as required (see page 18). 4 Hold the REC button ( • ) down for a while to start recording. Result: The record indicator appears on the television screen and DVD-VCR display. An index is recorded on the tape (see page 25). 5 Press the REC button ( ) several times to increase the recording time in:
• 30-minute intervals up to four hours • 1-hour intervals up to nine hours (LP) Result: The length is displayed on the television displays. The selected programme is recorded for the length of time requested. At the end of that time, the DVD-VCR stops recording automatically.
6 If you wish to cancel the recording before the end, press STANDBYON.

If the end of the tape is reached while recording ◆ The recording stops and power off








This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette.
1 Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR.
2 Insert the video cassette to be played. If the safety tab on the cassette is intact, press ▶II.
Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically.
When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking). When playing a cassette, if the end of the tape is reached, the cassette is rewound automatically.
3 To.
Then press.
Stop the playback
■ (STOP)
Eject the cassette
(EJECT)
The Picture Alignment feature enables you to optimize the tape position automatically to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust picture alignment by pressing the A.TRK button.
Result: ♦ The tracking bar appears.
◆ The picture is automatically adjusted.
- The tracking bar disappears when digital auto tracking has been completed.
The Picture Adjustment feature allows you to adjust the alignment manually to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust alignment manually by pressing the TRK (⊕ or ⊙) buttons until the picture is clear and stable.
Result: ♦ The tracking bar appears.
The image is adjusted.
The tracking bar disappears when you release the button.
Selecting the Audio Output Mode
You can select the mode in which the sound is reproduced on the loudspeakers and AV outputs. The following options are available.
Option Description
L Used to listen to the sound on the left Hi-Fi channel.
R Used to listen to the sound on the right Hi-Fi channel.
MIX Used to listen to the mixed sound of the Hi-Fi and normal channels.
MONO Used to listen to the sound on the normal mono channel.
L R Used to listen to Hi-Fi stereo sound on the left and right channels.
To select the sound mode, simply press the AUDIO button on the remote control during playback until the required option is displayed.


Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion
You can play a cassette in slow motion.

No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow motion.
1 P
- ▶ to start playing the cassette
- Press the button one more time to make STILL mode. ◆ To start SLOW mode. ♦ or ← button as many times as required to increase or decrease the speed respectively. To return to the normal speed, press the ▶ll button twice.
2 When playing back in slow motion, picture interference may occur. Press the TRK (⊕ or ⊙) buttons to minimize this effect.

When you have been using the Slow Motion function for more than about five minutes, the DVD-VCR will automatically play to protect the:
♦ Cassette ◆ Video heads



VCR Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame

You can:
◆ Stop the cassette at a given frame (image) ◆ Advance one frame at a time
No sound is heard when playing back frame by frame.
1 Press:
- ▶ll to start playing the cassette
- ▶ll to still the tape at a given frame ◆ Press F.ADV/STEP ( ) to advance frame by frame
2 To return to normal playback, press


When you have been using the still function for more than about five minutes, the DVD-VCR will automatically play to protect the cassette and video heads.

Vertical stability: When playing back frame by frame, interference may be seen on the screen. Press the TRK (1) buttons to minimize this effect.
VCR Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds

You can vary the playback speed using the Shuttle function (up to nine times the normal speed).
Example: You wish to analyze a sportsperson's technique, movement by movement.
The Shuttle function is available on the Remote control.
No sound is heard when playing a sequence at variable speeds.
1 Press
- All during playback ◆ SHUTTLE (<<) to play the cassette backwards ◆ SHUTTLE ( >>) to play the cassette forwards
2 Each time you press a SHUTTLE button, the speed is changed as shown in the following illustration.
| PROFESSIONAL | |||||||||
| PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY | PLAY PLAY |
| 0 | 25 | 32 | STILL | MOTION | MOTION | FLAMP | 019 | 019 | 00 |
Searching for a Specific Sequence
Each time you record a cassette on this DVD-VCR, an "Index" is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts.
The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a specific index and start playback from that point. Depending on the direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows:
| etc. | PrevSeq. | Seq. beingplayed | NextSeq. etc. |
| 2 1 1 2 | |||

This VCR uses a standard indexing system (VISS). As a result, it will recognize any indexes marked by other VCRs using the same system and vice versa.
INTRO SCAN
1 To search for a specific index, press INDEX.
2 Press the ← or ➕ buttons depending on the direction where your desired programme is located.
3 When an Index mark is found the VCR will playback the tape for 5 seconds, after which it will continue searching for the next Index mark.

If you want to watch the tape from a particular index, simply press ▶II
Index Skip Search:
This feature will enable you to fast forward/rewind to a specific point on a tape: E.g. if you have recorded 3 different programmes on a tape and you have rewound the tape to the beginning, by using this feature you can go directly to the start of programme 2 simply by pressing the INDEX button.
1 Press the INDEX to start the index search. 2 Press the ← or ➞ buttons twice more. This will take you directly to the start of the desired programme. 3 These Index searches can be made forwards: (press) or backwards: (press) 4 To cancel an index search simply press the ▶ or ■ button
You can set an index number up to ±20.
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VCR Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind
Picture Search enables you to Fast Forward or Rewind and look for a particular part of a tape.
1 Press PLAY, the VCR will enter normal play mode. While in play, press and release the ▶ button. The VCR will search at 5 times the normal playback speed.
2 To return to normal playback mode, press the ▶II button.
3 If you press and HOLD down the ▶ button the VCR will search at 9 times the normal speed. Releasing the ▶ button will return the VCR to search at 5 times the normal speed. To return to normal playback mode, press the ▶|| button.
4 Whilst in Picture Search mode, if you press the ▶ button again, the VCR will enter normal Fast Forward mode.
5 Likewise, whilst in Picture Search mode. If you press the ◀ button again, the VCR will enter normal Rewind mode.
If, when Rewinding ( ) or Fast Forwarding ( ), you press the PLAY button, the VCR will enter the Picture Search mode.
VCR Using the Tape Counter


The tape counter:
◆ Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (hours, minutes and seconds)
◆ Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR
◆ Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily
If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you must indicate the type of cassette being used.
1 Insert a cassette in your DVD-VCR.
2 To set the tape counter to zero at the beginning of a sequence:
◆ Press DISPLAY twice to display the counter ◆ Press CLEAR when you want to set the tape counter to zero
3 To fast-forward or rewind to the sequence at which the counter was set to zero, simply press or
Result: The DVD-VCR stops automatically when the counter reaches zero.
Some DVD-VCR information, such as the counter, can be displayed on the television screen (unless you have deactivated the OSD mode; refer to page 18).
Press DISPLAY:
◆ Once to display the current function, recording speed, date, time and counter
◆ Twice to display the counter only
◆ Three times to display the time remaining on the cassette
◆ Four times to clear the display
SQPB (Super VHS Quasi Playback)
This function is for playback of Super VHS format tapes only, not for recording.
1 Insert the SVHS format tape that you want to see.
2 Press PLAY ( ▶III) to start playing the cassette.
3 Press SVHS | button to start SQPB.
If the SQPB is on during normal playback, the video output is distorted.
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Choosing a Connection
DVD
The following show examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD-VCR player with a TV and other components. It is only available for DVD. The VCR out can not watch by this connection.
Connection to an Audio System Dolby Digital Decoder
Dolby Digital Audio Input Jack, Digital Audio Out Jack
Analog Audio Input Jack, LINE Audio Out Jack
Connection: Component Video Jack
TV S-Video Jack
RCA Jack
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DVD: Using the DVD SETUP


The DVD SETUP menu lets you customize your DVD player by allowing you to select various language preferences, set up a parental level, and even adjust the player to the type of television screen you have.
1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2. Press the corresponding option. Use the ▲▼ or ◀ buttons to select the DVD.
3. Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
- Disc Menu: Setup of the Menu Language. Use the Menu preference menu to select the language you want a DVD's disc menu to be displayed in.
- Audio: Setup of the Audio Language. Use the Audio preference menu to select the soundtrack language.
- Subtitle: Setup of the Subtitle Language Use the Subtitle preference menu to select the language in which the disc's subtitles are to be displayed.
- Parental: Setup of the Parental Level Allows users to set the level necessary to prevent children from viewing unsuitable movies such as those with violence, adult subject matter, etc.
• Audio Options: Setup of the Audio Options
- Display Options: Setup of the Display Options. Use to select which type of screen you want to watch and several display options.
4 Use the or buttons on the remote to access the different features.
5 Press the ENTER button to access the sub features.
- To make the setup screen disappear after setting up, press the RETURN button.
Depending on the disc, some Setup Menu selections may not work.
Using the Disc Menu Language
This function changes the text language only on the disc menu screens.
1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding option. ▲▼ or ▲ buttons to select the DVD
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
4 Use the or buttons to select Disc Menu.
5 Press the ENTER button.
6 Use the or buttons to select 'English'. - Select "Others" if the language you want is not listed.
7 Press the ENTER button. - English is selected and the screen returns to DVD SETUP.
How to make the SETUP MENU disappear or return to menu screen during setup; Press RETURN button.



1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding option ▲▼ or ◀ buttons to select the DVD
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
4 Press the or buttons to move to Audio.
5 Press the ENTER button.
6 Press the or buttons to select 'English'. - Select 'Original' if you want the default soundtrack language to be the original language the disc is recorded in. - Select 'Others' if the language you want is not listed.
7 Press the ENTER button. - English is selected and the screen returns to DVD SETUP.
1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding option. ▲▼ or ◀ buttons to select the DVD
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
4 Use the o-bullows to select Subtitle.
5 Press the ENTER button.
6 Use the buttons to select 'English' - Select "Automatic" if you want the subtitle language to be the same as the language selected as the audio preference. - Select "Others" if the language you want is not listed. Some discs may not contain the language you select as your initial language; in that case the disc will use its original language setting.
7 Press the ENTER button. - English is selected and the screen returns to DVD SETUP.
- If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the original pre-recorded language is selected.
- How to make the SETUP MENU disappear or return to menu screen during set up; Press RETURN button.
The Parental Control 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.
1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding ▲, ▼ or ▶ buttons to select the DVD option
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed
4 Use ▲ or ▼ to select Parental. Press ENTER. The Parental Control screen appears.
5 Use or to select Yes if you want to use a password. The create Password screen appears.
6 Enter your password. The Re-enter Password screen appears to confirm the password. Enter your password again. The Parental Control screen appears.
7 About the Rating Level
The Rating Level will work only when Use Password is set to Yes. To unlock the player, use ▲ or ▶ to select No. Use or ▲ to select Rating level. Press ENTER.
Use or to select the level (e.g. Level 6) and press ENTER. Discs that contain Level 7 will now not play.
To cancel the rating level, use ▶ to select No in Use Password.
8 About the Change Password:
- Use orto select Change Password. The Change Password screen appears.
- Enter your new password. Re-enter the new password again.
• How to make the SETUP MENU disappear or return to menu screen during set up; Press RETURN button.
- If you have forgotten your password, see Forget Password in the Troubleshooting Guide. (See page 55)
1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding option. ▲, ▼ or ◀ buttons to select the DVD
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
4 Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to select Audio Options. Then press the ENTER button.
5 Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to select the desired item. Then press the ▲r buttons.
• Dolby Digital Out
PCM : Converts to PCM(2CH) audio. Select PCM when using the Analog Audio Outputs.
Bitstream: Converts to Dolby Digital Bitstream (5.1CH). Select Bitstream when using the Digital Audio Output.
Be sure to select the correct Digital Output or no audio will be heard.
- MPEG-2 Digital Out
PCM: Converts to PCM (2CH) audio. Select PCM when using the Analog Audio Outputs. Bitstream: Converts to MPEG 2 Digital Bitstream (5.1CH or 7.1CH). Select Bitstream when using the Digital Audio Output.
• DTS
Off: Doesn't output digital signal.
On: Outputs DTS Bitstream via digital output only. Select DTS when connecting to a DTS Decoder.
• Dynamic Compression
On: To select dynamic compression.
Off: To select the standard range.

- How to make the SETUP MENU disappear or return to menu screen during set up: Press RETURN button.
- Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
- "DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the SETUP button on the remote. Result: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding option. ▲, ▼ or ▲ buttons to select the DVD
3 Press the ENTER button to select this option. Result: The DVD SETUP menu is displayed.
4 Use the or buttons to select Display Options. Then press the ENTER button.
5 Use the or buttons to select the desired item. Then press the or buttons or then press the ENTER button. Use the or buttons to select the desired item. Then press the ENTER button.
• TV Aspect
Depending on the type of television you have, you may want to adjust the screen setting (aspect ratio).
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.
4:3 Pan-Scan: Select this for conventional size TVs when you want to see the central portion of the 16:9 screen. (Extreme left and right side of movie picture will be cut off.)
16:9 Wide: You can view the full 16:9 picture on your widescreen TV.
- Black Level
Adjusts the brightness of the screen.
- Quasi-PAL
Depending on a disc, you can play a NTSC DVD disc by Quasi-PAL mode.
+ DVD Out
Component: Sends COMPONENT signal (Y, Pb, Pr) to the component video out JACK. S-Video: Sends S-VIDEO signal to the S-VIDEO OUT JACK.

• How to make the SETUP MENU disappear or return to menu screen during set up: Press the RETURN button.
To take full advantage of the movie theater experience that DVD offers, you may want to connect your DVD-VCR to a complete Surround Sound system, including an A/V Receiver and six Surround Sound speakers.
Before You Begin...
- If your A/V receiver is equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder, you have the option to bypass the DVD-VCR's built-in Dolby Digital Decoder. Use the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connection below.
1 Digital Audio Out
Connect EITHER an optical cable OR a digital coaxial cable from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks on the back panel of the DVD VCR to their corresponding Digital Audio Input jacks on your A/V Receiver:
• Optical - Use whichever connection is available on your A/V Receiver.
Special Playback Features
During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ▶ll (Play/Still) button.
1 Still
Press the ▶II (Play/Still) button on the remote control during playback.
• The picture will still and the audio will mute. • To resume playback, press the ▶II (Play/Still) button. • If the player is automatically
2 Frame Advance (Step)
While in Still mode, press the F-ADV/STEP button on the remote control to advance one frame at a time.
- Audio is muted during Frame Advance mode.
- Press ▶II (Play/Still) to resume normal playback.
3 Skip Forward/Back
While a CD or DVD disc is in Play mode, press the Step Forward/Back (▶1/1◀) buttons on the remote control or front panel to jump forward and backward through disc chapters/tracks. - Skip Forward will jump to the next chapter/track. - Skip Back will jump to the beginning of the current chapter/track. - Press Skip Back again to jump to the beginning of the previous chapter/track.
Search Forward/Back
While a disc is in Play mode, press and hold the Forward/Back (▶) buttons on the remote control or front panel to visually search forward/backward at 2X - 4X - 8X - 16X - 32X - 128X speed. Press ▶ (Play/Still) button to resume normal speed.
4 Slow Motion
During playback, press the ▶II (Play/Still) button to Still the image. Then use the Search Forward (▶) to play in slow motion at variable speeds.
• Each press increases the slow motion speed playback to 1/8, 1/4 or 1/2 normal speed. • Audio is muted during slow motion playback. - Press the ▶II (Play/Still) button to resume normal playback.
5 Stop/Resume
- Press the Stop button once to stop playback. To resume the DVD/CD from the point where the disc stopped, press the ▶ (Play/Still) button.
- Press the ■ (Stop) button twice to completely stop playback. The next time you press ▶II (Play/Still), the disc will start over from the beginning.





When an MP3 Disc is inserted into the DVD PLAYER, the first song file of the first folder plays.
1 Press STOP to stop playback of the first song file, then press RETURN to display the music folder menu on the right side of the screen. Up to 8 music folders can be displayed at a time. If you have more than 8 folders on a disc, press the or buttons to bring them up on the screen.
2 Use the or buttons to select the desired music folder, then press ENTER. Use the or buttons again to select a song file. Press ENTER to begin playback of the song file.
- When the REPEAT button is pressed during playback, the current song will be played back repeatedly.
CD-R MP3 Disc Requirements
When playing CD-R MP3 discs, please follow the recommendations below:
- Your MP3 files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac. These two formats are the most widely used.
- When naming your MP3 files do not exceed 8 characters, and place ".mp3" as the file extension. General name format of: Title.mp3. When composing your title, make sure that you use 8 characters or less, have no spaces in the name, and avoid the use of special characters including: {.,',},=,+).
- Use a decompression transfer rate of at least 128 Kbps when recording MP3 files.
Sound quality with MP3 files basically depends on the rate of compression/decompression you choose. Getting audio CD quality sound requires an analog/digital sampling rate (conversion to MP3 format) of at least 128 Kbps and up to 160 Kbps. However, choosing higher rates, like 192 Kbps or more, only rarely gives better sound quality. Conversely, files with sampling rates below 128 Kbps will not be played properly.
- Do not try recording copyright protected MP3 files.
Certain "securized" files are encrypted and code protected to prevent illegal copying. These files are of the following types: Windows MediaTM (registered trade mark of Microsoft Inc) and SDMITM (registered trade mark of The SDMI Foundation). You cannot copy such files.
- Your DVD player only accepts one level of file directory. Consequently you must choose:
- either to save all your MP3 recording files at the root of the disc;
- and/or create folders in the directory for each artist or music type (e.g. classical, rock, jazz, etc.)
- Important: The above recommendations cannot be taken as a guarantee that the DVD player will play MP3 recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality. You should note that certain technologies and methods for MP3 file recording on CD-Rs prevent optimal playback of these files on your DVD player (degraded sound quality and in some cases, inability of the player to read the files).


Pressing the KARAOKE button twice displays the following in Karaoke ON mode:
- The function to make the music only sound by cancelling vocal when playing a Karaoke disc.
| VOCAL FADER Remark | |
| V1 CH1. Vocal Cancel | |
| V2 | CH2. Vocal Cancel |
| V1 +V2 | CH1, CH2. Vocal Cancel |
| OFF | Vocal Fader Off |
- In VCD, CVD or CD, you can select only the L, R, OFF.
- To guide melody through xylophone and piano help you sing easily.
- This function works only on the DVD Karaoke disc on which the guide melody is recorded.
Press KARAOKE button twice to turn the Score Mode On. ◆ Score will pop up whenever a song is completed.
♦ DVD Karaoke Disc
| Channel | Karaoke -Channel | SCH. DVD | 2CH. DVD |
| 1 CH | L | Left stereo music | Left stereo music + Vocal |
| 2 CH | R | Right stereo music | Right stereo music + Vocal |
| 3 CH | M | Guide modey | |
| 4 CH | V1 | Vocal track | |
| 5 CH | V2 | Vocal track |
◆ CVD, VCD Karaoke Disc
| Channel | Karaoke -Channel | CVD | VCO, CO |
| 1 CH | CH1 LEFT Left stereo music+Vocal | Left stereo music | |
| 1 CH | CH1 RIGHT Right stereo music+Vocal | Right stereo music + Vocal | |
| 2 CH | CH2 LEFT | Left stereo music | - |
| 2 CH | CH2 RIGHT | Right stereo music | - |
CAUTIONS: Make sure to turn the KARAOKE MODE to OFF to play a movie disc or play in a general mode. If you play a movie disc with the KARAOKE ON, a score will show up every time when a chapter is over.
| General Size +30mm X 530mm X 100mm | ||
Problems and Solutions (VCR)
Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks.
| Problem Explanation/Solution | |
| No power ◆ Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet. ◆ Have you pressed the STANDBYION button? | |
| You cannot insert a video cassette ◆ A video cassette can only be inserted with the window side up and the safety too facing you. | |
| No playback picture or the picture ◆ Check to see if you are using a prerecorded tape. is distorted | |
| Noise bars or streaks on playback ◆ Press the TRK (+or -) buttons to minimize this effect. | |
| When the ▶it button is pressed ◆ A still picture may have "noise bars", depending on the during playback, the still picture condition of the tape. Press the TRK (+or -) buttons during has severe "noise bars" streaks SLOW motion to minimize this effect. | |
| Video Head Cleaning ◆ If poor pictures appear on a variety of cassettes, the video heads may need cleaning. This is not a common problem and unless it appears, the heads should not be cleaned. When cleaning the video heads, read all instructions provided with the head cleaning cassette. Incorrect head cleaning can permanently damage the video heads. |
If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the above instructions, note:
◆ The model and serial number on the rear of your DVD-VCR
◆ The warranty information
◆ A clear description of the problem
Then contact your nearest SAMSUNG after-sales service.
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD)
Before requesting service (troubleshooting)
| Problem | Action | Page |
| Disc does not play. | ● Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side facing up.● Check the region number of the DVD.● This player cannot play CD-ROMs. DVD-ROMs, etc. Inser a DVD, a VIDEO-CD or a CD. | P5 |
| 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. | ● 5.1 channel sound is reproduced only when the following conditions are met. :1) The DVD-VCR player is connected with the proper amplifier2) The disc is recorded with 5.1 channel sound.● Check whether the disc being played has the 'Dolby 5.1 oh' mark on the outside.● Check if your audio system is connected and working properly. | P34 |
| The 🔒 icon appears on screen. | ● The features or action cannot be completed at this time because:1. The DVD's software restricts it.2. The DVD's software doesn't support the feature (e.g., angles);3. The feature is not available at the moment.4. You've requested a tile or chapter number or search time that is out of range. | P37 47 |
| Playback mode differs from the Setup Menu selection. | ● Some of the functions selected in the Setup Menu may not work properly if the disc is not encoded with the corresponding function. | P30-55 |
| The screen ratio cannot be changed. | ● The Screen Ratio is fixed on your DVDs. | P35 |
| No audio. | ● Make sure you have selected the correct Digital Output in the Audio Options Menu. | P34 |
| Forgot password | ● Press power on from a cold start with no disc in the unit. Press the ▶ and ▶ buttons simultaneously on the front panel for five seconds.● Turn off the power, and then back on.Press the SETUP button. Use the ▶ or ▶ buttons to select angage option. Press the ENTER button. Move the selection bar to your desired language. Then press ENTER button.Use the ▶ or ▶ buttons to select DVD option. Press the ENTER button. Use the ▶ or ▶ buttons to select parsnial mode.Press the ENTER button.● The Parental Mode is now unlocked as indicated on the display.Press the ▶ or ▶ button to select Parental. The Create Password display will appear. You can now set your rating level and change your password to a new number. | P14P33 |
| If you experience other problems. | ● Go to the contents and find the section of the instruction book that contains the expansions regarding the current problem, and follow the procedure once again.● If the problem still cannot be solved, please contact your nearest authorized service center. |
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