Samsung DVDL1200 manual

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Portable DVD Player DVD-L1200[...]

2 ENGLISH RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING T O QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of suf f[...]

3 ENGLISH 9. VENTILA TION: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the DVD and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your DVD on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface: on or near a radiator or heat register . This DVD should not be place[...]

4 ENGLISH 17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS: Never push objects of any kind into this DVD through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out a part that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the DVD. Should spillage occur , unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use. 18. SERVICING[...]

5 ENGLISH This product is designed with the latest technology to provide trouble-free operation. If the pick-up lens or disk drive gets dirty , the video quality will decrease. Condensation may form inside this player under following conditions: • If warm air comes in contact with any cold parts inside the player; • If the player is located in [...]

ENGLISH 6 T able of Contents Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

7 ENGLISH T able of Contents Slow Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

ENGLISH 8 Plays DVD discs and audio CDs • CD-R/RW discs containing MP3/WMA files can be played. 12 in. LCD display and built-in stereo speakers • With the built-in 12 in. LCD display and stereo speakers, you can enjoy a DVD movie without requiring a separate TV . Convenient 2-W ay power supply • Y ou can use your DVD player virtually anywhere[...]

9 Accessories ENGLISH If disc features differ from the explanation in the manual • Some functions or operations are disc-dependent and may not work in all cases. Follow the instructions shown on the screen. This manual only covers basic disc operations. • may appear during some operations. This mark indicates that the disc in use does not curre[...]

ENGLISH 10 Disc T ype and Characteristics Play Region Number This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos: DIGIT AL SOUND STEREO NTSC • Play Region Number * Caution 1 • NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea, Japan, etc. • Dolby Digital disc • Stereo disc • Digital Audio disc • D[...]

11 ENGLISH Disc T ype and Characteristics * Caution 2 • Some playback functions of a DVD vary by manufacturer . This DVD player reproduces the disc data according to guidelines provided by the disc manufacturer . If appears during disc operations, the disc manufacturer has placed a limit on that function. * Caution 3 • The LCD display does not [...]

ENGLISH 12 1. POWER • Press the POWER button for 1 second to power off. 2. OPEN 3. DISC COVER 4. REVERSE DISPLA Y 5. EZ VIEW 6. AIC (Adaptive Image Control) • Standard : The basic mode for ordinary viewing. • Indoor : The best mode for partial lighting environment. Displays a more vivid, detailed picture under artificial lighting conditions. [...]

13 ENGLISH 1. HEADPHONES A, B, C 2. VOLUME 3. CHARGING INDICA TOR 4. REMOTE SENSOR 5. OPEN 6. ST ANDBY INDICA TOR 1 2 4 5 6 3 1 2 3 4 1. AUDIO IN/OUT / DIGIT AL OUT 2. VIDEO IN/OUT / S-VIDEO OUT 3. DC IN 8.4V 4. BA TTER Y P ACK Description-Fr ont Panel Right View Left View[...]

ENGLISH 14 1. BA TTER Y P ACK 2. RELEASE (Battery pack separation switch) 3. OPEN Press in the direction of the arrow . Slide battery pack to the left, then out. 2 1 2 3 1 Description-Fr ont Panel Bottom View Battery pack separation method 1 2[...]

15 ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 1. DVD POWER OFF Button • When you power off the unit with the remote, it remains in low power consumption mode. T o turn the unit on, you must press the main POWER button on the unit. 2. MENU Button • Brings up the DVD player ’ s setup menu. 3. RETURN Button • Returns t[...]

ENGLISH 16 Using the Remote Contr ol Unit Installing the Battery in the Remote Operating Range of Remote Control Unit 1. Remove the battery compartment in the direction of the arrow . 2. Place the lithium battery in the battery compartment and put the battery compartment cover back on the remote. • Match the polarities (+ and -) on the battery wi[...]

17 ENGLISH Y ou can attach headphones with a stereo mini-jack plug (not supplied) to the PHONES jack for private listening. There are three jacks available. Connecting Headphones to the DVD How to use headphones 1. Insert headphones into the A, B or C PHONES jack. • This jack is a stereo mini-jack. Important! • T urn the headphone volume down t[...]

Connecting to an Exter nal Component (Input Select) Y ou can enjoy video from your VCR or Camcorder on your DVD player . Important! • Always turn off the DVD Player and other components before you connect any cables. • Refer to owner ’ s manual of the components you are connecting for more information on those particular components. NOTE: NOT[...]

19 ENGLISH V iewing a V ideo from an External Component Use the procedure below to view a video from a VCR or Camcorder on your DVD player . 1. Connect the external component according to the procedure outlined on page 18. 2. T urn on the external component. 3. T urn on the DVD player . 4. Press the INPUT button to set the INPUT mode. 5. Press the [...]

ENGLISH 20 Y ou can enjoy high-resolution video using an S-VIDEO cable when connecting your DVD player to a TV equipped with an S-VIDEO input jack. • Always turn off the DVD Player and TV before you connect any cables. 1. T urn on the TV . 2. Press the TV/VIDEO button on your TV to select the input from the DVD player . 3. T urn on the DVD player[...]

When you connect the DVD player to an audio system, you can listen to higher quality sound. ■ Analog Connection 21 ENGLISH Connecting to a Ster eo Component 2-CH Audio Playback Jack/Plug Color Audio (left): White Audio (right): Red Audio Cable Audio Amplifier Connect to input jacks ANALOG INPUT (White) (Red) L R[...]

ENGLISH 22 DIGIT AL COAXIAL OPTICAL DIGIT AL OUT After the completion of above connections; Set the “ Digital Output ” to “ PCM ” (see page 52) in “ Audio Setup ” . ■ Digital connection to audio component without Dolby Digital decoder • Audio CD Play the disc. When connecting digitally , DTS-encoded audio tracks will produce distort[...]

23 ENGLISH DIGIT AL OUT DIGIT AL COAXIAL OPTICAL Connecting to a Ster eo Component Playing Dolby Digital (5.1-CH) and DTS Audio • Y ou can enjoy full and dynamic surround sound by connecting a Dolby Digital/DTS digital surround processor or amplifier to the optical digital jack on the DVD player . • When using DTS digital surround, select the D[...]

ENGLISH 24 Using the AC adapter AC adapter (included) Power outlet T o home power outlet DC output plug DC output cable Important! • Always turn off the DVD player before connecting or disconnecting the AC cord. • Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter . Using a different type of adapter may cause malfunction or damage to the product. • When [...]

25 ENGLISH Using the AC adapter Important! • Always turn off the DVD player when inserting or removing the AC adapter . • Before storing the battery pack, make sure it is completely drained. Be sure to recharge the battery at least once every six months to ensure proper battery life. Caution • When charging or using the battery pack, it heats[...]

ENGLISH 26 ENGLISH Using the battery pack Important! • When inserting the battery pack, make sure that it is inserted correctly . Otherwise, your DVD player may malfunction. Use the AC adapter (included) to charge the battery pack. • Before charging, make sure that the battery pack is correctly seated. 1. Connect the AC cord to the jack on the [...]

27 ENGLISH Battery level display • The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the battery pack. a. Fully charged b. 20~40% used c. 40~80% used d. Completely used (flickers) (If the battery mark flickers the DVD will turn off soon. Change the battery as soon as possible) ✽ The playing time is affected by environmental t[...]

ENGLISH 28 ENGLISH Playing a Disc After plugging in the player , the first time you press the POWER button, this screen comes up: Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the language, and then press the ENTER button. (This screen will only appear the very first time you plug in the player .) 1. Press the OPEN button to open the disc lid. • The disc l[...]

29 ENGLISH ENGLISH Playing a Disc 6. Step Motion Play (DVD only) Press the P AUSE ( )/STEP button on the remote during play . - Each time the button is pressed, a new frame will appear . - No sound is heard during STEP mode. - Press PLA Y ( ) to resume normal play . (Y ou can only perform step motion play in the forward direction.) 7. Slow Motion P[...]

ENGLISH 30 Using the Sear ch & Skip Functions Searching through a Chapter or T rack Skipping T racks During play , you can search quickly through a chapter or track or use the skip function to jump to the next selection. During play , press the SEARCH ( or ) button on the remote. • Press the SEARCH ( or ) button on the remote for more than 1 [...]

31 ENGLISH Using the Display Function When Playing a DVD/CD 1. Press the INFO button during playback. 2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired item. 3. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to make the desired setup, then press ENTER. 4. T o make the screen disappear , press the INFO button again. T o access the desired title when there is more than o[...]

ENGLISH 32 Using the Disc and Title Menu Using the Disc Menu 1. Press the MENU button during playback. 2. Select Disc Menu using the UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. Using the Title Menu 1. Press the MENU button during playback. 2. Select Title Menu using the UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. NOTE: NOTE: ?[...]

33 ENGLISH Using the Function Menu Using the Function Menu 1. Press the MENU button during playback. 2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight Function, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. 3. Function selection screen appears, Info, Zoom, Bookmark, Repeat and EZ View . - Info (See Page 31) - Zoom (See Page 42) - Bookmark (See Page 41) - Repeat (See[...]

ENGLISH 34 Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter , title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. 1. Press the REPEA T button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. 2. Select Chapter , T itle or A-B using the LEFT/RIGHT buttons. * REPEA T A-B • Press the REPEA T button. Select A-B on screen with the LEFT/RIGHT buttons or press the REPE[...]

35 ENGLISH Slow Repeat play This feature allows you slowly to repeat scenes containing sports, dancing, musical instruments being played etc. so you can study them more closely . 1. During play , press the P AUSE ( )/STEP button on the remote. 2. By pressing the button, you can select slow motion play for 1/8, 1/4 or 1/2 of normal speed. 3. Press t[...]

ENGLISH 36 Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ V iew) T o play back using aspect ratio (DVD) If you are using a 16:9 TV Press the EZ VIEW button. • The screen size changes when the button is pressed repeatedly . • The screen zoom mode operates dif ferently depending on the screen setting in the initial setup menu. • T o ensure correct operation of[...]

37 ENGLISH Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ V iew) 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[...]

ENGLISH 38 Selecting the Audio Language Y ou can select a desired language quickly and easily with the AUDIO button. 1. Press the AUDIO button. 2. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select the desired language on a DVD. - The audio languages are represented by abbreviations. 3. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select Stereo, RIGHT or LEFT . (On CD) NOTE: N[...]

39 ENGLISH Selecting the Subtitle Language Y ou can select a desired subtitle quickly and easily with the SUBTITLE button. 1. Press the SUBTITLE button. 2. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select the desired subtitle language. 3. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to determine whether or not the subtitle will be displayed. - Initially , the subtitle will not app[...]

ENGLISH 40 Changing the Camera Angle When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. Press the ANGLE button to see if an ANGLE ( ) mark is present at the upper left hand corner of the screen. 1. When an ANGLE mark is shown, press the ANGLE button, then an ANGLE select icon will appear at the upper left [...]

41 ENGLISH The Bookmark function lets you select parts of a DVD so that you can quickly find the section at a later time. 1. During play , press the BOOKMARK button on the remote. The Bookmark icons will be displayed. 2. Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to move to the desired bookmark icon. 3. When you reach the scene you want to mark, press the ENTER bu[...]

ENGLISH 42 Using the Zoom & 3D Sound Functions 1. During play or pause mode, press the ZOOM button on the remote. A square will be displayed on screen. 2. Use the UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT button to select the part of the screen you want to zoom in on. 3. Press the ENTER button. - Press ENTER to zoom in 2X/4X/2X/Normal in order .(DVD) The simulated[...]

43 ENGLISH 1. Open the disc cover . 2. Place the disc in the player . - Place the disc with the labeled side up. 3. Close the cover . - The cover is closed and you should get a screen that looks like the one below . Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG • : File name of currently playing. • : Current Playback T ime. • : Current Playback Mode : There ar[...]

ENGLISH 44 Folder Selection The folder can only be selected in the Stop mode. • T o select the Parent Folder Press the RETURN button to go to Parent folder , or use the UP/DOWN buttons to select “ .. ” and press ENTER to go to the parent folder . • T o select the Peer Folder Use the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to highlight left window . Use the UP/D[...]

45 ENGLISH MP3/WMA Play 1. Open the disc cover . 2. Place the disc in the player . - Place the disc with the labeled side up. 3. Close the cover . - The cover is closed and you should get a screen that looks like the one below . 1. Select the desired folder . (See page 44 to change folder .) 2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select a song file. 3. Pres[...]

ENGLISH 46 MP3/WMA Play CD-R MP3/WMA discs When playing CD-R/MP3 or WMA discs, please follow all the recommendations for CD-R above, plus the comments below: • Y our 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. The[...]

47 ENGLISH Pictur e CD Playback 1. Select the desired folder . (See page 44 to select the folder) 2. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select a Picture file in clip menu and you should get a screen that looks like the one below . • Select JPEG in the menu to view a Photo CD. • Use the UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT buttons on the remote control to select the p[...]

ENGLISH 48 Pictur e CD Playback CD-R JPEG Discs • Only files with the ".jpg" and ".JPG" extensions can 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 not be longer than 8 characters and should contain no blank spaces or special characters (. / = +). [...]

49 ENGLISH Using the Setup Menu The Setup menu lets you customize your DVD player by allowing you to select various language preferences, set up a parental level, even adjust the player to the type of television screen you have. 1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. Select Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER b[...]

ENGLISH 50 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. 1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2. Select Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then RIGHT or ENTER button. 3. Select Language Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER[...]

51 ENGLISH 1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2. Select Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then RIGHT or ENTER button. 3. Select Language Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. 4. Select Audio using UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. 5. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select ‘ English ’ [...]

ENGLISH 52 1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2. Select Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then RIGHT or ENTER button. 3. Select Audio Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. 4. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired item. Then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. Digital Output 1. PCM : Converts to PCM(2C[...]

53 ENGLISH Setting Up the Display Options 1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2. Select Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then RIGHT or ENTER button. 3. Select Display Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. 4. Use the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired item. Then press the RIGHT or ENTER button. TV Aspect[...]

ENGLISH 54 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 MENU button. The Setup Menu screen appears. 2. Select Setup using UP/DOWN buttons, then RIGHT o[...]

55 ENGLISH Cautionary Notes • A void magnetic environments. Using the player under strong fluorescent lighting, in a car , near a TV or magnetic object may deteriorate recorded images. • Be sure to remove the disc, turn off the player , and remove the battery pack after use. • If used near a broadcast station or power transmission tower , the[...]

ENGLISH 56 Cautionary Notes • Be sure to remove the disc from the player before packing for moving. It is recommended that you also remove the disc from the player and turn off the power when not using the player . Saving Power • It is recommended that you turn off the power to the DVD player when not use. If you are not going to use it for pro[...]

57 ENGLISH Cautionary Notes Danger! Always follow the safety information below when using the battery pack. Otherwise, a short circuit, overheating, smoke, fire, o r damage to the product may result. 1. Never disassemble or modify the battery pack in any way . Do not touch the terminal of the battery pack with a metal object. 2. Do not let any meta[...]

ENGLISH 58 Cautionary Notes After a Recharge, Store the Battery pack Separately . • This battery pack is a lithium ion battery . Even when not in use, power will drain slowly . So use a fully charged battery pack. • Recharge until the charge lamp stays on green. A partial charging of the battery pack decreases the overall lifetime of the batt e[...]

59 ENGLISH Cautionary Notes Cautions on Storing Battery pack • Even when not in use, power is consumed continuously . T o reduce the power consumption, follow the procedure below . 1. Remove the battery pack from the DVD player after every use. 2. When not using the DVD player , turn off the power . If the player is left in the standby mode, powe[...]

ENGLISH 60 If your DVD player does not seem to be functioning properly , check the items below before you contact a Samsung authorized service center . The built-in micro controller can be influenced by external electrical noise. If you believe this may be the cause of the problem, turn off the DVD player and then back on. T r oubleshooting Symptom[...]

61 ENGLISH T r oubleshooting Symptom Check • Check that the LCD display is turned on. • Check that the display panel is open. If it is closed, audio will not be output to the speakers. • Check the volume setting. If set to zero, turn up volume level. • Check that the headphones are plugged into the PHONES jack. Speakers cannot be used with [...]

ENGLISH 62 T r oubleshooting Video does not appear with a external component connected to the DVD player Dolby Digital audio volume is too low Battery pack won ’ t charge Power does not turn on Power charge lamp does not light (Battery pack won ’ t charge) Power charge lamp quickly flashes Green • Check that the TV is set to VIDEO or A V . ?[...]

63 ENGLISH Power Requirements Power Consumption Weight Dimensions Operating T emperature Range Operating Humidity Range Specifications * : Nominal specification DVD (DIGIT AL VERSA TILE DISC) CD : 5" (COMP ACT DISC) CD : 3 1/2 " (COMP ACT DISC) Composite Video S-VIDEO 2 channel *Frequency Response *S/N Ratio *Dynamic Range *T otal Harmoni[...]

ENGLISH 64 W arranty LIMITED W ARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new , in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser , is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the following limit[...]