Samsung BDF7500 manual

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Safety Information | 2 English WARNING • T o reduce the risk of fir e or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. FCC NOTE (for U.S.A) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide r easonable p[...]

01 Safety Information Precautions Important Safety Instructions Read these operating instructions carefully befor e using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below . Keep these operating instructions handy for future refer ence. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions.[...]

Safety Information • Do not plug multiple electric devices into the same wall socket. Overloading a socket can cause it to overheat, resulting in a fir e. • Before connecting other components to this player , be sure to turn them off. • If you move your player suddenly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may occur on the [...]

Contents Contents English 5 | SAFETY INFORMA TION 2 W arning 3 Precautions 3 Important Safety Instructions 3 Disc Storage & Management 3 Handling Cautions 4 Using the 3D function 4 Copyright GETTING ST ARTED 7 Disc and Format Compatibility 7 Disc types and contents your player can play 7 Disc types your player cannot play 8 Region Code 8 Logos [...]

| 6 English 42 Controlling Music Playback 42 Buttons on the Remote Control used for Music Playback 42 Using the View & Options Menus 43 Repeating T racks on an Audio CD 43 Shuffling T racks on an Audio CD 43 Creating a Playlist fr om an Audio CD 44 Ripping 44 Playing Photo Contents 44 Using the T ools Menu 45 Using the View & Options Menus [...]

02 Getting Started Getting Started Disc and Format Compatibility Disc types and contents your player can play Media Disc T ype Details VIDEO Blu-ray Disc 3D Blu-ray Disc BD-ROM or BD-RE/-R recorded in the BD-RE format. DVD-VIDEO DVD-RW DVD-R DVD+RW DVD+R DVD-VIDEO, recorded DVD+RW/DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R/+R that have been recorded and finalized, or a USB s[...]

Getting Started Region Code Both players and discs are coded by r egion. These regional codes must match for a disc to play . If the codes do not match, the disc will not play . The Region Number for this player is displayed on the rear panel of the player . Disc T ype Region Code Area Blu-ray Disc A North America, Central America, South America, K[...]

02 Getting Started Supported Formats Video File Support File Extension Container Video Codec Resolution Frame rate (fps) Bitrate (Mbps) Audio Codec *.avi *.mkv *.asf *.wmv *.mp4 *.3gp *.vro *.mpg *.mpeg *.ts *.tp *.trp *.mov *.flv *.vob *.svi *.m2ts *.mts AVI MKV ASF MP4 3GP MOV F LV VRO VOB PS TS SV AF MPEG4 SP/ASP 1920x1080 (WMV v7,v8, MSMPEG4 v3[...]

Getting Started - CODECs except for WMVv7, v8, MSMPEG4 v3, MVC, VP6 1) Below 1280 x 720 : 60 frames max. 2) Above 1280 x 720 : 30 frames max. - Does not support GMC 2 or higher . - Supports SV AF (T op/Bottom, Side by Side). - Supports BD MVC Spec. ` Audio decoder - Supports WMA 10 PRO (Up to 5.1). - Does not support WMA lossless audio. - Supports [...]

02 Getting Started Notes on the USB connection • Y our player supports USB storage media, MP3 players, digital cameras, and USB card r eaders. • Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the player . • Y our player supports the F A T16, F A T32, and NTFS files systems. • Connect USB devices directly to the playe[...]

Getting Started Accessories Check for the supplied accessories shown below . Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size) (4301-000121) User Manual (AK68-02349A) APPS PANDORA DIGITAL SUBTITLE INPUT HOME 1 4 7 VOL + 2 5 8 0 VOL – 3 6 9 SOURCE DISC MENU SMART TITLE MENU VOL VOL POPUP A B C D SEARCH FULL SUBTITLE SCREEN SAMSUNG TV – + INFO TOOLS RETURN[...]

02 Getting Started Front Panel | NOTES | T o upgrade the player's software through the USB Host jack, you must use a USB memory stick. When the player displays the Blu-ray Disc menu, you cannot start the movie by pressing the Play button on the player or the remote control. T o play the movie, you must select Play Movie or Start in the dis[...]

Getting Started Remote Control T our of the Remote Contr ol Installing batteries | NOTES | If the remote control does not operate properly: - Check the polarity +/– of the batteries. - Check if the batteries are drained. - Check if the remote sensor is blocked by obstacles. - Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby . | CAUTION | Dis[...]

03 Connections Connections Connecting to a TV Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the pr oduct to the HDMI IN jack on your TV . - Do not connect the power cord to the wall outlet until you have made all the other connections. - When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start. | NOTES | [...]

Connections Connecting to an Audio System Y ou can connect the Blu-ray player to the audio system using the methods illustrated below . - Do not connect the power cord to the wall outlet until you have made all the other connections. - When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start. Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI 4K supporte[...]

03 Connections Method 2 Connecting to an A V receiver that does not support HDMI 4K using HDMI cable • Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the pr oduct to the HDMI IN jack on your receiver . • Best quality (Recommended) | CAUTION | Do not connect the HDMI OUT 1 and HDMI OUT 2 terminals of the produ[...]

Connections Method 3 Connecting to an Audio System (7.1 Channel Amplifier) • Using 7.1CH audio cables (not supplied), connect the 7.1CH ANALOG AUDIO OUT terminals on the rear of the Player to the 7.1CH ANALOG AUDIO IN terminals of your Amplifier . • Better Quality Method 4 Connecting to an A V receiver with Dolby Digital or DTS decoder ?[...]

03 Connections Connecting to a Network Router Y ou can connect your player to your network router using one of the methods illustrated below . T o use the AllShare network functionality , you must connect your PC to your network as shown in the illustrations. The connection can be wired or wir eless. Wired Network | NOTES | Y our router or your I[...]

Settings The Initial Settings Procedur e • The Home screen will not appear if you do not configure the initial settings. • The OSD (On Screen Display) may change in this player after you upgrade the software version. • The access steps may differ depending on the menu you selected. After you have connected the player to your TV , tur[...]

04 Settings Accessing the Settings Screen 1. Select Settings on the Home screen, and then press v button. The Settings scr een appears. 2. T o access the menus, sub-menus, and options on the Settings screen, please r efer to the remote contr ol illustration below . Buttons on the Remote Control Used for the Settings Menu 1 HOME Button : Press to mo[...]

Settings Settings Menu Functions Display 4K Output This option outputs HDMI video at 4K resolution. This is only available when Movie Frame is set to Auto . | NOTES | T o use this feature, you must connect the player to a device that supports 4K resolution and you must have content that plays at 24Fs (film speed). 3D Settings Select whether to pl[...]

04 Settings Display DVD 24Fs Conversion Converts DVD playback to 24 frames per second and outputs it via HDMI. This option is only available when Movie Frame (24Fs) is set to on. Smart Hub Screen Size Lets you select the optimal size for the Smart Hub Screen. HDMI Color Format Lets you set the color space format for the HDMI output so that it match[...]

Settings Audio DTS Neo:6 Mode Y ou can enjoy multichannel sound via HDMI output from a 2 channel audio source. Audio Sync In some cases when the product is connected to a digital TV , the audio signal may not synchronize with the video signal. If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time to match the video signal. • Y ou can set the audio delay[...]

04 Settings Network Network Status Lets you check the current network and Internet status. Network Settings Configure the network connection so you can enjoy various features such as Internet services or AllShare Wi-Fi functionality , and perform Software Updates. Wi-Fi Direct Lets you connect a Wi-Fi Direct device to the player using a peer -to-pe[...]

Settings System Setup Lets you re-run the Initial Settings pr ocedure. See the Quick Setup Guide for details. Quick Start Lets you set the player to turn on quickly by decreasing the boot time. | NOTES | If this function is set to On , Standby power consumption will be increased. Language Y ou can select the language you prefer for the On- screen[...]

04 Settings System Security The default security PIN is 0000. Enter the default PIN to access the security function if you haven't created your own PIN. After you have accessed the security function for the first time, change the PIN using the Change PIN function.  BD Parental Rating : Pr events playback of Blu-ray Discs with a rating equal[...]

Settings Support Remote Management When activated, lets Samsung Call Center agents diagnose and fix problems with the pr oduct remotely . Requires an active Internet connection. | NOTES | Remote Management service might not be available in some countries. Contact your nearest service center for your PIN code and tell the code to the person in c[...]

04 Settings Networks and the Internet When you connect this player to a network, you can use network based applications and functions such as Smart Hub and BD-LIVE, and upgrade the player's software thr ough the network connection. For more information about accessing and using Internet services, see the Network Services chapter of this manual[...]

Settings Wireless Network Y ou can setup a wireless network connection in four ways: - Wireless Automatic - Wireless Manual - WPS(PBC) - WPS(PIN) When you configure the wir eless network connection, any wireless network devices curr ently connected through the player or , if applicable, the player's current wir ed connection, will be disconnec[...]

04 Settings 6. Select a value to enter ( IP Address , for example), and then press v button. Use the number keypad on your remote contr ol to enter the numbers for the value. Y ou can also enter numbers using the ▲▼ buttons. Use the ◄► buttons on the remote contr ol to move from entry field to entry field within a value. When done with one [...]

Settings Wi-Fi Direct The Wi-Fi Direct function allows you to connect Wi-Fi Direct devices to the player and each other using a peer -to-peer network, without a wireless router . | NOTES | Some Wi-Fi Direct devices may not support the AllShare function if connected via Wi-Fi Direct. If this is the case, it is advisable to change the network conne[...]

04 Settings Upgrading Software The Software Update menu allows you to upgrade the player's software for performance improvements or additional services. • Never turn the player off or back on manually during the update process. 1. In the Home screen, select the Settings , and then press the v button. 2. Select Support , and then press the[...]

Settings Auto Update Y ou can set the Auto Update function so that the player downloads new upgrade software when it is in Auto Update mode. In Auto Update mode, the player is off, but its Internet connection is active. This allows the pla yer to download upgrade software automatically , when you are not using it. 1. Press the ▲▼ buttons to sel[...]

05 Media Play Media Play Y our Blu-ray Disc Player can play content located on Blu-ray/DVD/CD discs, USB devices, PCs, smart phones, tablets, and on the Web. T o play content located on your PC or on mobile devices, you must connect them and this product to your network. T o play content on your PC, you must also install Allshare network softwar e [...]

Media Play | NOTES | Even though the player will display folders for all content types, it will only display files of the Content T ype you selected in Step 2. For example, if you selected music, you will only be able to see music files. Y ou can change this selection by returning to the All Share Play screen and going to Step 4 in Method 2 below[...]

05 Media Play 4. If necessary , use the ▲▼◄►buttons to select a folder , and then press the v button. 5. Use the ◄►▲▼ buttons to select a file to view or play , and then press the v button. 6. Press the RETURN button one or mor e times to exit a current scr een, exit a folder , or to return to the Home screen. Press the EXIT button [...]

Media Play Playing Content Located on Y our PC or Allshare Device thr ough the Blu-ray Disc Player 1. Connect the Blu-ray Disc Player , your PC, and/or your Allshare compatible device to the same wireless network. 2. Follow the directions in the Allshar e software Installation/Instruction manual to set up devices and files for playing or viewing. 3[...]

05 Media Play Controlling V ideo Playback Y ou can control the playback of video content located on a Blu-ray/DVD disc, USB, mobile device or PC. Depending on the disc or contents, some of the functions described in this manual may not be available. Buttons on the Remote Control used for Video Playback  Using the disc menu, title menu, popup men[...]

Media Play Search Scene | NOTES | If the index information in the file is damaged or the file does not support indexing, you will not be able to use the Search Scene function. If you are using the Allshare function after connecting to a computer through your network, Search Scene may not be supported. Search Titles If there is more than one mov[...]

05 Media Play Subtitle Select to set the desired subtitle language. - Y ou can also operate this function by pressing the SUBTITLE button on the remote control. Subtitle Settings Select to set the desired subtitle options. Angle Select to view a scene from another angle. The Angle option displays the number of angles available to view. When a Blu-r[...]

Media Play Controlling Music Playback Y ou can control the playback of music content located on a DVD, CD, USB, mobile device or PC. Depending on the disc or contents, some of the functions described in this manual may not be available. Buttons on the Remote Control used for Music Playback 1 NUMBER buttons : If numbered tracks are displayed, press [...]

05 Media Play Ripping The Ripping function converts CD audio to the mp3 format and saves the converted files on a USB device or the mobile device connected to the player . See Ripping on page 44. Information Select to see the (Contents) information. Encoding Select to manage the text encoding options. Delete Select to delete a file from the device.[...]

Media Play - Use Select All to select all tracks. This cancels your individual track selections. When you press the RETURN button on your remote control or select the Play button, and then press the v button, all tracks will appear on the Music Playback screen, and the product will begin to play all tracks from T rack 001. - Use Clear All to desele[...]

05 Media Play Slide Show Settings Select the Slide Show settings. Zoom Select to enlarge the current picture. (Enlarge up to 4 times) Rotate Select to rotate the picture. (This will rotate the picture either clockwise or counter clockwise.) Background Music Select to listen to music while viewing a slide show . Settings Select the picture mode - Dy[...]

Media Play Using the Send Function Y ou can upload files to an on-line site (Picasa, Facebook etc) or a device. 1. With the Photo Playback screen displayed, select the Options button, and then press the v button. The Options menu appears. 2. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select Send , and then press the v button. The Selection screen appears. 3. Use th[...]

06 Network Services Network Ser vices Y ou can enjoy various network services such as streaming video or on-line apps by connecting the player to your network. T o use network services, you must first: 1. Connect the player to the network. (See page 19) 2. Configure the network settings. (See pages 29~31) Logging In to Y our Samsung Account Before [...]

Network Ser vices 1. On the Home screen, select either Movies & TV Shows or Apps , and then press the v button. If you have selected Apps , go to Step 4. 2. If you selected Movies & TV Shows , the Smart Hub pop-up appears asking if you want to set up Smart Hub. Select Ye s , and then press the v button. The W elcome screen appears. 3. Selec[...]

06 Network Services 3. T o watch a selection, select W atch now , and then press the v button. A selection scr een appears listing various locations from which you can rent the film along with prices. 4. Select a location, and then press the v button. Follow the directions on the scr een to start the movie. | NOTES | If you haven't logged in[...]

Network Ser vices 3. After the app has downloaded, select Run , and then press the v button to run the app now . T o run the app later , press the RETURN button. In either case, the icon for the app will appear on the Apps screen. 4. T o see additional apps, use the ▲▼◄► buttons to move to the category list on the left side of the screen. 5[...]

06 Network Services 2. Select Lock/Unlock , and then press the v button. 3. When the Lock Service appears, enter the PIN using the number buttons on your r emote control. 4. T o lock an application, select the application, and then press the v button. A lock appears on the app. Repeat to lock other , individual apps. 5. T o unlock a locked app, sel[...]

Network Ser vices Create Folder Create Folder lets you cr eate a folder on the Downloaded screen into which you can put apps. 1. On the Downloaded screen, use the ▲► buttons to go to Edit at the top of the screen, and then press the v button. 2. Select Create Folder , and then pr ess the v button. The Set Folder Name pop-up appears. 3. Press th[...]

06 Network Services Delete Delete lets you delete apps and folders from the My Apps screen. If ther e are apps in a folder , both the folder and the apps are deleted together . Delete removes apps permanently . If you decide you want to use an app you deleted, you will need to download it again. 1. On the Downloaded screen, use the ▲► buttons t[...]

Network Ser vices Screen Mirr oring The Screen Mirr oring function lets you view the screen of your smart phone or andr oid tablet on the TV you have connected to the Blu-ray player . 1. With the Blu-ray's Home screen displayed, press the BLUE (D) button on the r emote. The Screen Mirr oring pop-up appears. 2. Launch AllShare Cast or Miracast [...]

06 Network Services The Control Panel at a Glance The Control Panel, which runs acr oss the top of the screen, has a series of icons which start a number of useful functions. The icons are described below , starting with the icon on the far left of the screen. 1 • : Moves to the previous page. • : Moves to the next web page. • : Disp[...]

Network Ser vices | NOTES | If you have a wireless keyboard connected to your player , you can use the wireless keyboard to enter letters, numbers, symbols, and punctuation. Note that the wireless keyboard will work only when the keyboard popup appears and can only be used to enter letters, numbers, symbols, and punctuation. Options on the Keyboa[...]

06 Network Services Private Browsing On/Off Enable or disable the Privacy mode. When the Privacy mode is enabled, the browser does not retain the URLs of sites you visit. If you want to enable Privacy mode, select OK . If the Privacy mode is running, the “Stop” icon appears in front of the URL at the top of the screen. T o disable Privacy mode,[...]

Network Ser vices BD-LIVE™ Once the player is connected to your network, you can enjoy various movie-related service contents available on BD-LIVE compliant discs. 1. Attach a USB flash memory drive to the USB jack on the front of the player , and then check its remaining memory . The memory device must have at least 1GB of free space to accommod[...]

07 Appendix Appendix Compliance and Compatibility Notice NOT ALL discs are compatible • Subject to the restrictions described below and those noted thr oughout this Manual, including the Disc T ype and Characteristics section of this user manual, disc types that can be played are: pr e-recor ded commercial BD-ROM, DVD-VIDEO, and Audio CD (CD-D[...]

Appendix Copy Protection • Because AACS (Advanced Access Content System) is approved as content pr otection system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, certain restrictions ar e imposed on playback, analog signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents. The operation of this product and r es[...]

07 Appendix THIRD P ARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS." SAMSUNG DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSL Y OR IMPLIEDL Y , FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSL Y DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A P AR TICULAR PURPOSE. SAMSUNG DO[...]

Appendix Additional Information Notes Settings 3D Settings • For some 3D discs, to stop a movie during 3D playback, press the 5 (STOP) button once. The movie stops and the 3D mode option is de-activated. T o change a 3D option selection when you are playing a 3D movie, press the 5 (STOP) button once. The Blu-ray menu appears. Press the 5 (STOP[...]

07 Appendix Settings BD-LIVE Internet Connection • What is a valid certificate? When the player uses BD-LIVE to send the disc data and a request to the server to certify the disc, the server uses the transmitted data to check if the disc is valid and sends the certificate back to the player . • The Internet connection may be restricted wh[...]

Appendix Resolution according to the contents type Contents T ype Setup Blu-ray Disc E-contents/ Digital contents BD Wise Resolution of Blu-ray Disc 1080p@60F Auto Movie Frame : Auto 4K Output : Auto 2160p@24F 2160p@24F 4K Output : Off 1080p@24F 1080p@24F Movie Frame : Off Max. Resolution of TV input Max. Resolution of TV input Movie Frame : Auto ([...]

07 Appendix Digital Output Selection Setup PCM Bitstream (Unprocessed) Bitstream (Re-encoded DTS) Bitstream (Re-encoded Dolby D) Connection HDMI supported AV r eceiver Optical HDMI supported AV r eceiver Optical HDMI supported AV receiver or Optical HDMI supported AV r eceiver or Optical Audio Stream on Blu-ray Disc PCM Up to PCM 7.1ch PCM 2ch PCM [...]

Appendix T roubleshooting Before r equesting service, please try the following solutions. PROBLEM SOLUTION No operation can be performed with the remote control. • Check the batteries in the remote control. They may need replacing. • Operate the remote control at a distance of no more than 20 feet from the player . • Remove the batte[...]

07 Appendix PROBLEM SOLUTION The picture is noisy or distorted. • Make sure that the disc is not dirty or scratched. • Clean the disc. No HDMI output. • Check the connection between the TV and the HDMI jack of the player . • Check if your TV supports the 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p HDMI input resolution. Abnormal HDMI output scre[...]

Appendix PROBLEM SOLUTION BD-LIVE I cannot connect to the BD-LIVE server . • T est whether the network connection is working using the Network Status function. (See page 25) • Check whether a USB memory device is connected to the player . • The memory device must have at least 1GB of free space to accommodate the BD-LIVE service. Y o[...]

07 Appendix Specifications General Power Requirements AC110-120V 50/60Hz Power Consumption 22W Weight 3.74 Ibs Dimensions 16.9 (W) X 7.9 (D) X 1.8 (H) inches Operating T emperature Range +41°F to +95°F Operating Humidity Range 10 % to 75 % USB T ype A USB 2.0 DC output 5V 500mA Max. HDMI Video 2D : 2160p, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p 3D : 1080p, 720p[...]

LIMITED W ARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG and delivered new , in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser , is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for a limited warranty period of: One (1) Y ear Parts and Labor* (*90 Days Parts[...]

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