Samsung V70 manual

DVD-VCR DVD- V 70 DVD- V 80 DVD- V 85 www .samsung.com.au PAL EJECT STANDBY/ON DVD PROG VCR LINE2 OPEN/CLOSE STANDBY/ON OK Instruction Manual 00169N DVD-V70/XSA-GB1 11/14/05 9:51 AM Page 1[...]

2 GB Contents ◆ F OREWORD ■ Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................ ....... 5 ■ Disc Type and Characteristics ................................................................................................. 6 ◆ DVD-VCR O VERVIEWS ■ Front View of the [...]

3 GB Contents ◆ R ECORDING T ELEVISION B ROADCASTS ■ Selecting the Recording Speed ................................................................................................. 3 2 ■ Protecting a Recorded Cassette ............................................................................................... 33 ■ Recording a Programme I[...]

4 GB Contents (cont.) ◆ S OLVING P ROBLEMS ■ Technical Specifications ....................................................................................................... 68 ■ Problems and Solutions (VCR) ............................................................................................. 69 ■ Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) .......[...]

Safety Instructions 5 GB 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. HH 5 ° C 40 ° C 10% 75% THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTS Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature condi- tions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extr[...]

6 GB Disc T ype and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : * DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.) ~ DIGITAL SOUND STEREO • Playback Region Number • PAL colour system in Australia, Newzealand, etc. • Dolby Digital di[...]

Front V iew of the DVD-VCR 7 GB STANDBY/ON DVD PROG VCR LINE2 VIDEO CASSETTE COMPARTMENT LINE2 VIDEO INPUT JACK PLAY/STILL BUTTON STOP BUTTON REW /SKIP BACK BUTTON RECORD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON F.F / SKIP NEXT BUTTON EZ VIEW BUTTON PROGRAMME SELECTION BUTTON OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON VCR SELECT BUTTON DVD SELECT BUTTON DVD DECK STANDBY/ON BUTTON LINE2 AUDIO L[...]

8 GB Rear View of the DVD-VCR RF ANTENNA INPUT RF OUT TO TV LINE IN 1 LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE) AUDIO LINE OUT TO TV (S-VIDEO OR COMPONENT) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT SOCKET (COAXIAL) S-VIDEO OUT JACK DIGITAL AUDIO OUT SOCKET (OPTICAL) RF ANTENNA INPUT RF OUT TO TV LINE IN 1 LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO O[...]

Infrared Remote Contr ol 1 STANDBY/ON 2 SHUTTLE << / >> 3 CLEAR 4 DVD, VCR SELECT 5 AUDIO 6 TRK TX 7 REWIND SKIP BACK 8 STOP 9 SUBTITLE 10 MENU 11 UP 12 LEFT 13 DOWN 14 SPEED SP/LP 15 RECORD 16 TIMER 17 ANGLE IPC 18 OPEN/CLOSE 19 0-9 20 TV/VCR 21 INPUT SEL. 22 F.ADV/STEP 23 PROG 24 FAST-FORWARD SKIP NEXT 25 PLAY/ STILL 26 INFO. 27 RE[...]

10 GB Infrared Remote Contr ol 1 STANDBY/ON 2 SHUTTLE << / >> 3 CLEAR 4 DVD 5 TV MUTE. AUDIO 6 VOLUME +/– 7 REWIND SKIP BACK 8 STOP 9 SUBTITLE 10 MENU 11 UP 12 LEFT 13 DOWN 14 SPEED SP/LP 15 RECORD 16 TIMER 17 ANGLE IPC 18 OPEN/CLOSE 19 0-9 20 TV/VCR 21 VCR, TV SELECT 22 INPUT SEL. F.ADV/STEP 23 PROG TRACKING 24 FAST-FORWARD SKIP NEXT[...]

Display Indicators 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. O P E N / C L O S E S T A N D B Y / O N REMOTE CONTROL & BATTERIES AUDIO & VIDEO CABLE OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS COAXIAL CABLE STEREO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 The DVD Deck [...]

12 GB 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. Co[...]

13 GB Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable To receive television programmes a signal must be received from one of the following sources: ◆ An outdoor aerial ◆ An indoor aerial ◆ A cable television network ◆ A satellite receiver ☛ Make sure that both the television and the DV[...]

14 GB Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment 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 [...]

15 GB Plug & Auto Set up Your DVD-VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The process takes a few minutes. Your DVD-VCR will then be ready for use. 1 Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 13. (Connecting Your DVD-VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cab[...]

16 GB T uning Y our T elevision for the DVD-VCR OPEN/CLOSE ST ANDBY/ON 2 4 You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not using a RCA cable ➢ To view pictures from your DVD-VCR when a RCA cable is used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode (AV). 1 Switch on the television. 2 Switch on the DVD-VCR by pressing STAND[...]

17 GB 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 DV[...]

18 GB Basic TV T uner Operations The following buttons are used when watching television via the DVD-VCR’s built-in TV tuner. 1 TV/VCR Button Press to switch between your TV’s tuner and the VCR’s internal tuner. 2 PROG Button Press to change to the next or previous channel. 3 0-9 Buttons Press to select channels directly. 4 INFO. Press to dis[...]

19 GB Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control Setting the Date and Time 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 co[...]

20 GB Setting the Menu Language 1 Open “MENU” After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . 2 Select “Language” Use the  or  buttons to highlight “Language,” then press the OK or  . 3 Set menu Language Place the selection arrow next to your desired Language, then press the OK button. 4 Press the  or  buttons to select la[...]

21 GB Presetting the Stations Automatically ☛ You do not need to preset the stations if you have already set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on page 15). Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts. You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can be done: ◆ Plug & Auto Set up[...]

☛ You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . Result : The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the corresponding  ,  buttons to select the Install option. 3 Press the OK or  to select this option. Result : The Install menu is displayed. 4 Press [...]

Clearing a Preset Station 23 GB If you have stored a TV station: ◆ That you do not require ◆ At the wrong programme position you can cancel it. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . Result : The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the corresponding  ,  buttons to select the Install option. 3 Press the OK or  to select this opti[...]

24 GB You can rearrange the Station Table and give different programme numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . Result : The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the corresponding  ,  buttons to select the Install option. 3 Press the OK or  buttons to select this option.[...]

Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (B/G-D/K) (Newzealand Model only) 25 GB VCR VCR Your DVD-VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures. Also, you can change the DVD-VCR output channel to adjust the frequency in which information is display[...]

26 GB Selecting the Colour Mode Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard. ➢ ◆ 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 N[...]

27 GB NICAM (Newzealand Model only) NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo, NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language). NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound. Please refer to page 40. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . Result : [...]

28 GB Intelligent Picture Contr ol Intelligent Picture Contr ol ( Remote Contr ol ) VCR VCR 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 MENU button on the remote control. Result : The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the OK or [...]

29 GB Auto Power Off 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 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . Result : The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the corresponding  or  buttons, until the Auto Power Off option is selected. 3 Press[...]

30 GB Screen Messages Selecting the Cassette T ype 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 SEARCH, Programming MENU and Timer functions, which cannot be hidden). 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or  . Result :[...]

31 GB Repeat Play S-VHS Play You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from beginning to end. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the corresponding  ,  buttons to select the VCR option. 2 Press the OK or  buttons to select this option. Result : The VCR Setup menu is displayed. 3 Press the corresponding  or  buttons, unt[...]

32 GB Selecting the Recording Speed VCR You can record a cassette at two different speeds: ◆ SP (Standard Play) ◆ LP (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 SP is dis[...]

33 GB Protecting a Recor ded Cassette Recording a Pr ogramme Immediately 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[...]

34 GB Recording a Pr ogramme 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 To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television channel reserved for use with your DVD-VCR (or the AV input if use[...]

35 GB Using the G-CODE Feature ★ (DVD -V80/ DVD -V85 Only) Ti mer Method If you want to set the timer program, press the key. G-Code Code Code : 0 - 9 Correct : Standard G-Code Tim er Method OK OPEN/CLOSE ST ANDBY/ON 7 1 ★ (DVD-V 70) Before presetting your DVD-VCR: ◆ Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR ◆ Check that the date and t[...]

36 GB Modifying G-CODE Programming If you wish to correct the programme displayed or modify certain elements, such as the recording speed, you can do so before you press M ENU a second time to confirm. If you wish to... Then... Select an input source other ◆ Press the ¥ or  buttons, until the PR selection flashes. than the tuner (LINE IN 1 or[...]

37 GB The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD-VCR to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset. ☛ Before presetting a recording, check that the date and time are correct. 1 Insert the cassette and press TIMER on the remote control. Result : The TIMER PROGRAMM[...]

38 GB Checking a Preset Recor ding Cancelling a Preset Recor ding You can check your preset recordings: ◆ When you have finished presetting the DVD-VCR ◆ If you have forgotten which programmes will be recorded 1 Press TIMER on the remote control. Result : The timer selection is displayed. 2 Press the OK button to select Standard option. Result [...]

39 GB 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  ll . Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically. ➢ When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized automatically to[...]

40 GB Selecting the Audio Output Mode VCR Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion 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 t[...]

41 GB Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame Playing a Sequence at V ariable Speeds 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 button one more time to make still mode. ◆ F.ADV/STEP ( ) to adv[...]

Searching for a Specific Sequence 42 GB VCR 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 follo[...]

43 GB Searching for a Specific Sequence Intro Scan 1 After pressing the SEARCH, press the corresponding  or  buttons, until the Intro Scan option is selected. 2 Press the OK or  . 3 Press the ¥ ¥ or   buttons depending on the direction where your desired programme is located. 4 When an Index mark is found the DVD-VCR will playba[...]

44 GB Using the T ape 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 bei[...]

45 GB 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. ◆ You wish to play back and/or copy pictures taken with a camcorder .[...]

46 GB Using the Assemble Edit Function Recoding from Another VCR or Camcor der This function allows you to start a new recording at a specific position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene change. 1 Insert the cassette to be edited in your DVD-VCR. 2 Press the  ll button to start playback. 3 When you reach the position from whic[...]

47 GB Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control ★ (DVD -V80/ DVD -V85 Only ) Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below. 1 Switch your television on. 2 Point the remote control towards the television. 3 Hold down the TV bu[...]

Choosing a Connection 48 GB 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. OPTICAL COAXIAL DVD-VCR or Television Connection to an Audio System Connection to an Television Dolby Digital Decoder Digi[...]

49 GB Setting Up the Language Features DVD If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. This function changes the text language only on the disc menu screens. 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using  ,  buttons, then[...]

50 GB Setting Up the Language Features DVD 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using  ,  buttons, then OK or  button. 3 Select Language Setup using  ,  buttons, then press the OK or  button. 4 Select Audio using  ,  buttons, then press the OK or  button. 5 Press the  ,  buttons to se[...]

51 GB Setting Up the Audio Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using  ,  buttons, then OK or  button. 3 Select Audio Setup using  ,  buttons, then press the OK or  button. 4 Use the  ,  buttons to select the desired item. Then press the OK or  button. • Dolby Digital Out 1. PC[...]

52 GB Setting Up the Display Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using  ,  buttons, then OK or  button. 3 Select Display Setup using  ,  buttons, then press the OK or  button. 4 Use the  ,  buttons to select the desired item. Then press the OK or  button. • TV Aspect Depending on th[...]

53 GB Setting Up the Parental Contr ol 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 MENU button. 2 Select DVD using  ,  buttons, then OK or ?[...]

54 GB A/V Receiver Connections 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 bypa[...]

55 GB OK 2 1 3 3 5 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  ll (Play/Still) button on the remote control during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. • To resume playbac[...]

56 GB Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) DVD 1 Press the EZ VIEW button. • The screen size changes when the button is pressed repeatedly. • The screen zoom mode operates differently depending on the screen setting in the initial DVD menu. • To ensure correct operation of the EZ VIEW button, you should set the correct aspect ratio in the ini[...]

Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) DVD If you are using a 4:3 TV For 16:9 aspect ratio discs • 4:3 Letter Box Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio. The black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. • 4:3 Pan Scan The left and right of the screen are cut off and displays the central portion of the 16:9 scree[...]

58 GB Using the Display Function DVD 1 During play, press the INFO. button on the remote. 2 Use the  ,  buttons to select the desired item. 3 Use the ¥ ,  buttons to make the desired setup. • You may use the number buttons of the remote control to directly access a title, chapter or to start the playback from the desired time. 4 To make[...]

59 GB Selecting the Subtitle Language DVD You can select a desired subtitle quickly and easily with the subtitle button. 1 Press the SUBTITLE button. 2 Use the ¥ ,  buttons to select the desired subtitle language. 3 Use the  ,  buttons to determine whether or not the subtitle will be displayed. • Initially, the subtitling will not appea[...]

60 GB Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. 1 Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. 2 Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the ¥ ,  buttons. • Press the REPEAT button. Select A-B on screen with the ¥ ,  buttons. • Press OK at the point where you want the r[...]

61 GB Selecting the Audio Language You can select a desired language quickly and easily with the AUDIO button. 1 Press the AUDIO button. 2 Use the ¥ ,  buttons to select the desired language on a DVD. - The audio languages are represented by abbreviations. 3 Use the ¥ ,  buttons to select Stereo, ¥ or  (On VCD/CD) ➢ • This functi[...]

62 GB Using the Mark Function DVD This feature lets you mark sections of a DVD or VCD (MENU OFF mode) so you can quickly find them at a later time. 1 During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Mark icons will be displayed. 2 Use the ¥ ,  buttons to move to the desired Mark icon. 3 When you reach the scene you want to mark, press the [...]

63 GB MP3/WMA Play DVD When an MP3/WMA Disc is inserted into the DVD player, the first song file of the first folder plays. • If more than two file extensions are present, select the media of your choice. • To change the currently playing media, press the STOP ( ■ ) button twice and then press the DISC MENU button. • If no button on the rem[...]

64 GB MP3/WMA Play • Your MP3 or WMA files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 or WMA 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 or WMA files do not exceed 8 characters, and place ".mp3, .wma" [...]

65 GB Program Play & Random Play 1. Press the MODE button. 2. Use the ¥ ,  buttons to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. 3. Use the  ,  / ¥ ,  buttons to select the first track to add to the program. Press the OK button. The selection numbers appear in the Program Order box. 4. Press the PLAY/STILL (  II ) button. The disc[...]

66 GB Picture CD Playback • Select JPEG in the menu to view a Photo CD. • To change the currently playing media, press the STOP ( ■ ) button twice and then press the DISC MENU button. • If no button on the remote controller is pressed for 60 seconds, the menu will disappear and the selected item will be played. 1. Open the disc tray. 2. Loa[...]

67 GB Picture CD Playback DVD • Only files with the ".jpg" and ".JPG" extensions can be played. • If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded files may be played. • Only CD-R discs with JPEG files in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played. • The name of the JPEG file may n[...]

68 GB T echnical Specifications Rated voltage 220 - 240V~, 50Hz Power consumption 23 Watts Weight 4.5 Kg General Size 430mm X 265mm X 94mm Operating ambient temperature +5°C ~ +35°C Installation conditions Operation position : Horizontal, Relative humidity : Below 75% Input Video input (Rear) RCA jack : 1.0Vp-p (unbalanced) 75 Ω Audio input (Re[...]

69 GB 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 STANDBY/ON button? You cannot insert a video cassette ◆ A video cassette can only be inserted with th[...]

70 GB Tr oubleshooting Guide (DVD) Disc does not play. 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. The icon appears on screen. Playback mode differs from the Setup Menu selection. The screen ratio cannot be changed. No audio. Forgot password If you experience other problems. ◆ Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side facing up. ◆ Ch[...]

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