Samsung MAX-DX79, MAX-DX76, MAX-DX75 User Manual

THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY:

DVD MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM WITH USB HOST

DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD/CD-R/RW PLAYBACK

MAX-DX75

MAX-DX76

MAX-DX79

Instruction Manual

COMPACT

V I D E O

DIGITAL VIDEO

AH68-01940B

Safety Warnings

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT

LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE

KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

adjustments or performance of procedures other herein may result in hazardous radiation

LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage which can cause electric shock is present inside this unit.

This symbol alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions accompanying the unit.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

(Saudi Arabian Standards Organisation)

THIS APPLIANCE IS FITTED WITH 220V SASO APPROVED PLUG.THE CUSTOMER IS ENTITLED TO A FREE SASO APPROVED 127V PLUG FROM THE LOCAL DEALER.

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Precautions	PREPARATION

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack anything on top of the player. Do not place the player on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot. Before moving the player, ensure the disc tray is empty. This player is designed for continuous use. Switching off the DVD player to the stand-by mode does not disconnect the electrical supply. In order to disconnect the player completely from the power supply, remove the main plug from the wall outlet, especially when left unused for a long period of time.

During thunderstorms, disconnect AC main plug from the wall outlet.

Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

Protect the player from moisture(i.e. vases) , and excess heat(e.g.fireplace) or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i.e.speakers...). Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the player malfunctions. Your player is not intended for industrial use.

Use of this product is for personal use only.

Condensation may occur if your player or disc have been stored in cold temperatures.

If transporting the player during the winter, wait approximately 2 hours until the unit has reached room temperature before using.

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.

This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the unit.

The battery used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment.

Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.

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Features

Multi-Disc Playback & FM Tuner, TAPE,USB HOST.

The MAX-DX75/DX76/DX79 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including DVD-VEDIO, CD, MP3-CD, CD-R, CD-RW,VCD,DivX,JPEG and DVD-R/RW, with a sophisticated FM tuner, TAPE, USB HOST all in a single player.

TV Screen Saver Function

The MAX-DX75/DX76/DX79 automatically brightens and darkens the brightness of the TV screen after 3 minutes in the stop mode.

The MAX-DX75/DX76/DX79 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 20 minutes in the screen saver mode.

Power Saving Function

The MAX-DX75/DX76/DX79 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop mode.

Customized TV Screen Display

The MAX-DX75/DX76/DX79 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG, VCD/DVD playback and set it as your background wallpaper.

USB Host support

You can enjoy media files such as pictures, movies and music saved on an MP3 player, digital camera or USB memory stick by connecting the storage device to the USB port of the Home Theater.

HDMI

HDMI transmits DVD video and audio signals simultaneously,and provides a clearer picture.

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Contents

PREPARATION

Safety Warnings ............................................................................................................................................................................................	1
Precautions....................................................................................................................................................................................................	2
Features.........................................................................................................................................................................................................	3
Notes on Discs...............................................................................................................................................................................................	5
Description.....................................................................................................................................................................................................	7
CONNECTIONS
Connecting the Speakers ..............................................................................................................................................................................	11
Connecting the video Out to your TV.............................................................................................................................................................	13
HDMI Function...............................................................................................................................................................................................	14
Connecting External Components .................................................................................................................................................................	15
Connecting the FM Antennas ........................................................................................................................................................................	16
Setting the Clock............................................................................................................................................................................................	17
OPERATION
Disc Playback ................................................................................................................................................................................................	19
MP3/WMA/CD Playback................................................................................................................................................................................	20
DivX Playback................................................................................................................................................................................................	21
Playing Media Files using the USB feature ...................................................................................................................................................	23
Displaying Disc Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................	25
Fast/Slow Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................	26
Skipping Scenes/Songs.................................................................................................................................................................................	27
Step Function.................................................................................................................................................................................................	27
Angle Function...............................................................................................................................................................................................	28
Repeat Playback............................................................................................................................................................................................	29
A-B Repeat playback ....................................................................................................................................................................................	31
Zoom Function...............................................................................................................................................................................................	32
Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language................................................................................................................................................................	33
Moving Directly to a Scene/Song...................................................................................................................................................................	34
JPEG File Playback .......................................................................................................................................................................................	35
Using Disc Menu............................................................................................................................................................................................	37
Using the Title Menu......................................................................................................................................................................................	38
SETUP
Setting the Language.....................................................................................................................................................................................	39
Language Code List.......................................................................................................................................................................................	40
Setting TV Screen type..................................................................................................................................................................................	41
Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) .......................................................................................................................................................	43
Setting the Password.....................................................................................................................................................................................	44
Setting the Wallpaper ....................................................................................................................................................................................	45
Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) .........................................................................................................................................	47
AV SYNC Setup ............................................................................................................................................................................................	48
RADIO OPERATION
Listening to Radio ..........................................................................................................................................................................................	49
Presetting Stations.........................................................................................................................................................................................	50
TAPE DECK
Listening to a Cassette ..................................................................................................................................................................................	51
MISCELLANEOUS
Recording a Compact Disc ............................................................................................................................................................................	54
Recording a Radio Program ..........................................................................................................................................................................	56
Timer Function...............................................................................................................................................................................................	57
Canceling the Timer.......................................................................................................................................................................................	58
POWER SOUND and Sound Field (DSP/EQ) Function ...............................................................................................................................	59
Sleep Timer Function / Mute Function...........................................................................................................................................................	60
DEMO Function / DIMMER Function/ECO Function ....................................................................................................................................	61
Bass/Treble Level Function ...........................................................................................................................................................................	62
Connecting Headphones/Microphone(option) ...............................................................................................................................................	63
Key Control ....................................................................................................................................................................................................	63
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs .......................................................................................................................................................	64
Before Calling for Service ..............................................................................................................................................................................	65	4
Specifications.................................................................................................................................................................................................	67
USB Feature Supported Player .....................................................................................................................................................................	68
Notes on Terminology....................................................................................................................................................................................	69

PREPARATION

Notes on Discs

DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) offers fantastic audio and video, thanks to Dolby Digital surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy these realistic effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall.

1 ~	6	DVD players 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 given on the rear panel of the player.

(Your DVD player will only play DVDs that are labeled with identical region codes.)

Playable Discs

Disc Type	Mark (Logo)	Recorded Signals	Disc Size	Max. Playing Time
			12cm	Approx. 240 min. (single-sided)
				Approx. 480 min. (double-sided)
		Video
DVD-VIDEO				Approx. 80 min. (single-sided)
			8cm
	V I D E O			Approx. 160 min. (double-sided)
	COMPACT	Audio	12cm	74 min.
AUDIO-CD	DIGITAL AUDIO		8cm	20 min.
DivX		Audio + Video	12cm	74 min.
			8cm	20 min.

Do not use the following types of disc!

•LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs cannot be played on this player.

If such discs are played, a <WRONG DISC FORMAT> message appears on the TV screen.

•DVD discs purchased abroad may not play on this player.

If such discs are played, a <CAN'T PLAY THIS DISC PLEASE, CHECK REGION CODE> message appears on the TV screen.

Copy Protection

•Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD player directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted

picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

•This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods 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.

Disc Recording Format

This product does not support Secure (DRM) Media files.

CD-R Discs

•Some CD-R discs may not be playable depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC) and the condition of the disc.

•Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R disc.

Do not use CD-R discs over 700MB/80 minute as they may not be playback.

•Some CD-RW (Rewritable) media, may not be playable.

•Only CD-Rs that are properly "closed" can be fully played. If the session is closed but the disc is left open, you may not be able to fully play the disc.

CD-R MP3 Discs

•Only CD-R discs with MP3 files in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played.

•MP3 file names should be 8 characters or less in length and contain no blank spaces or special characters (. / = +).

•Use discs recorded with a compression/decompression data rate greater than 128Kbps.

•Only files with the "mp3" and extensions can be played.

•Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be played. If there is a blank segment in the Multisession disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank segment.

•If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to begin playback and not all of the recorded files may be played.

•For files encoded in Variable Bit Rate (VBR) format, i.e. files encoded in both low bit rate and high bit rate (e.g., 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps), the sound may skip during playback.

•A maximum of 500 tracks can be played per CD.

•A maximum of 300 folders can be played per CD.

CD-R JPEG Discs

•Only files with the "jpg" extensions can be played.

•If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded files may be played.

•Only CD-R discs with JPEG files in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played.

•JPEG file names should be 8 characters or less in length and contain no blank spaces or special characters (. / = +).

•Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be played. If there is a blank segment in the multisession disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank segment.

•A maximum of 9,999 images can be stored on a single CD.

•When playing a Kodak/Fuji Picture CD, only the JPEG files in the picture folder can be played.

•Picture discs other than Kodak/Fuji Picture CDs may take longer to start playing or may not play at all.

DVDR/RW, CD-R/RW DivX Discs

•Since this product only provides encoding formats authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., a DivX file created by the user might not play.

•Software updates for incompatible formats are not supported. (Example : QPEL, GMC, resolution higher than 800 x 600 pixels, etc.)

•Sections with a high frame rate might not be played while playing a DivX file.

•For more information about the formats authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., please visit "www.divxnetworks.net".

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PREPARATION

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Description

—Front Panel—

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	2	22
	3	21
	4	20
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	6
	7	17
	8	16
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	10	14
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1.	STANDBY/ON/ECO			15.		KEY CONTROL
2.	TUNER BUTTON			16.		DEMO/DIMMER
3.	DVD/CD BUTTON			17.		ECHO
4.	SEARCH FUNCTION BUTTONS			18.		TREBLE
	TUNING MODE OR STOP BUTTON			19.		MULTI JOG
5.	RECORD/CD SYNCHRO			20.		ENTER
6.	EQ/DSP			21.		AUX/USB
7.	POWER SOUND			22.		TAPE BUTTON
8.	BASS			23.		VOLUME
9.	USB HOST JACK			24.		EJECT BUTTON
10.	PHONES			25.		CASSETTE DECK

11.AUX

12.MIC 1

13.MIC 2

14.MIC VOLUME

• You can use MULTI JOG KNOB to instead of SEARCH BUTTON on the main set and the

remote control.

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—Rear Panel—	PREPARATION
1.	FM Antenna Connector
2.	Component Video Output Connectors
	Connect a TV with component vide input jacks to
	these jacks.
3.	HDMI OUT
4.	LINE OUT
5.	Video Output Connector
	Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to

		the VIDEO OUT connector.
	6. 2.0 Channel Speaker Output
1		Terminals( for MAX-DX75)
		2.1 Channel Speaker Output
		Terminals( for MAX-DX76)
2		4.1 Channel Speaker Output
		Terminals( for MAX-DX79)
3	7.	Voltage Selector (Option)
4	Note
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	The picture of Rear panel is based on
6	MODEL:MAX-DX79
7	MAX-DX75: 2.0 Channel Speaker Output
Accessories	MAX-DX76: 2.1 Channel Speaker Output
	MAX-DX79: 4.1 Channel Speaker Output

Remote Control

Video Cable

HDMI Cable

FM Antenna

User's Manual

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Description

—Remote Control—

TUNER(BAND) button

DVD button

POWER button

Number(0~9) buttons

REMAIN button COUNTER RESET/STEP button

Tuning Preset/CD Skip button

MUTE button

VOLUME button

MENU button

AUDIO button KEY CONTROL # button KEY CONTROL b button

SLIDE MODE button TREBLE/BASS/NTSC/PAL button

DSP/EQ button

DIGEST button ECHO button

POWER SOUND button

TAPE button

USB(AUX) button

EJECT button

DEMO/DIMMER button

CANCEL button

CD REPEAT button

Play/Pause button

Stop button

SEARCH buttons

TUNING button

RETURN button

Cursor/Enter button

SUB TITLE button EXIT button SLEEP button INFO button

SLOW/ MO/ST button REVERSE MODE/LOGO button TIMER ON/OFF button

TUNER MEMORY button REPEAT A-B/ZOOM button TIMER/CLOCK button

Insert Remote Batteries

1 Remove the battery	2 Insert two 1.5V AAA
cover in the direction	batteries, paying
of the arrow.	attention to the correct
	polarities (+ and –).

PREPARATION

3 Replace the battery cover.

Caution	Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:
	• Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity:(+) to (+)and (–)to (–).

•Use the correct type of batteries.Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage.

•Always replace both batteries at the same time.

•Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.

Range of Operation of the Remote Control

The remote control can be used up to approximately 23 feet/7 meters in a straight line. It can also be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30° from the remote control sensor.

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Connecting the Speakers

MAX-DX79

Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.

Connect the connecting jacks (2) to the back of mini-compact system.

Make sure the polarities (+and -) are correct.

MAX-DX75

R

L

SR

SW

L

SL

R

MAX

L

R

SW

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Position of the DVD Player

•Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the TV stand.

Speakers L R

Subwoofer SW

•The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like.

•Usually, it is placed by a corner near the front speakers.

Selecting the Listening Position

The listening position should be located about 2.5 to 3 times the distance of the TV's screen size away from the TV. Example: For 32" TVs 2~2.4m (6~8feet)

For 55" TVs 3.5~4m (11~13feet)

Rear Speakers SL SR

•Place these speakers behind your listening position.

•If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other.

•Place them about 60 to 90cm (2 to 3feet) above your ear, facing slightly downward.

*Unlike the front and center speakers, the rear speakers are used to handle mainly sound effects and sound will not come from them all the time.

light or with high humidity may cause

place to prevent any safety accident

The speaker near the TV or computer monitor may influence the quality of the screen display. 12

CONNECTIONS

Connecting the Video Out to your TV

Choose one of the three methods for connecting to a TV.

METHOD	METHOD 1
(supplied)	(supplied)

METHOD 1 : HDMI .......

(Best Quality)

Connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the DVD Player to the HDMI IN jack on your TV.

METHOD 2 : Component Video

Quality)

If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the Component Video Output (Pr, Pb and Y) jacks on the back of the panel of the main unit to the corresponding jacks on your television.

METHOD 3 : Composite Video.......

(Good Quality)

Connect the supplied video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of the main unit to the VIDEO IN jack on your TV.

• This product operates in Interlace scan mode (480i Only) for Component Output.

Selecting the Video Format

Turn off the main unit and then press NTSC/PAL on the Remote Control or REC/PAUSE on the Main Unit.

•Each time the button is pressed, the video format switches between "NTSC" and "PAL".

•Each country has a different video format standard.

•For normal playback, the video format of the disc must be the same as the video format of your TV.

HDMI Function

What is HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)?

This device transmits a DVD video signal digitally without the process of converting to analog. You will get sharper digital pictures when using an HDMI connection.

• Resolutions available for the HDMI output are 576p(480p).

•If the TV does not support the configured resolution, you will not be able to see the picture properly.

•When an HDMI cable is connected, composite and component video signals are not output.

•See your TV owner's manual for more information on how to select the TV's Video Input source.

Setting the HDMI Audio

The audio signals transmitted over the HDMI Cable can be toggled ON/OFF.

MOVE

ENTER

RETURN

EXIT

MOVE SELECT RETURN EXIT

1	In Stop mode, press the MENU button.
2	Press the Cursor	button to move to <Audio> and then press the ENTER button.
3	Press the Cursor	button to move to <HDMI AUDIO> and then press
	the ENTER button.
4	Press the Cursor	, button to select <ON> or <OFF> and then press
	the ENTER button.

•ON : Both video and audio signals are transmitted over the HDMI connection cable, and audio is output through your TV speakers only.

•OFF : Video is transmitted over the HDMI connection cable only, and audio is output through the home theater speakers only.

• The default setting of this function is HDMI AUDIO OFF.

•HDMI AUDIO is automatically down-mixed to 2ch for TV speakers.

•BASS/TREBLE/ECHO/KEY CONTROL/P.SOUND/EQ/DSP function is not available when HDMI AUDIO is ON.

•MIC output is not available while HDMI AUDIO ON.

Press the RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press the EXIT button to exit the setup screen.

CONNECTIONS

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Connecting External Components

Connecting an External Analog Component

(not supplied)

Audio Cable

If the external analog component has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right.

1 Connect Audio In on the DVD player to Audio Out on the external analog component.

• Be sure to match connector colors.

2 Press AUX to select AUX.

• ‘AUX’ appears in the display.

Connecting the FM Antennas

FM Antenna (supplied)	CONNECTIONS

FM antenna connection

1.Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL terminal as a temporary measure.

2.Slowly move the antenna wire around until you find a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a wall or other rigid surface.

•If reception is poor, connect an outdoor antenna.

Before attaching a 75Ω coaxial cable (with a standard type connector), disconnect the supplied FM antenna.

Cooling Fan

The cooling fan dissipates the heat generated inside the unit so that the unit can be operated

normally. The cooling fan is activated automatically to supply cool air to the unit.

Please observe the following cautions for your safety.

• Make sure the unit is well-ventilated. If the unit has poor ventilation, the temperature inside the unit could rise and may damage it.

• Do not obstruct the cooling fan or ventilation holes. (If the cooling fan or ventilation holes are covered with a newspaper or cloth, heat may build up inside the unit and fire may result.)

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Setting the Clock

For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options. If you exceed this time, you must start again.

1 Switch the system on by pressing POWER button.

3 Press ENTER.

The hour flashes.

When the correct 5 time is displayed,

press ENTER.

TIMER/CLOCK

When the correct 4 hour is displayed,

press ENTER. The minutes flash.

Note

•You can display the time, even when you are using another function, by pressing

TIMER/CLOCK once.

Note	•You can also		use Multi-Jog or	button on	the panel front
	instead of	,	buttons in step 3,4.

Checking the Remaining Time

Press the REMAIN button.

• For checking the total and remaining time of a title or chapter being played.

Each time the REMAIN button is pressed

TITLE ELAPSED	TRACK ELAPSED
VCD	TRACK REMAIN
CD	TOTAL ELAPSED
CHAPTER REMAIN	TOTAL REMAIN

TRACK ELAPSED

MP3

CONNECTIONS

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Disc Playback

1	Load a disc.
	• Insert a disc that the disc’s label facing up.

2 To eject the disc,press EJECT button

DVD VCD CD

• Playback starts automatically.

MP3 JPEG

• Playback starts automatically.

• If the TV is on, a list of MP3s on the CD will appear on the TV screen.

Note

recorded

To stop playback,

press STOP during playback.

once, “PRESS PLAY” is displayed and the position will be stored in memory. If PLAY/PAUSE

) button or ENTER button is pressed, playback from the stop position. (This function works

with DVDs.)

twice, “STOP” is displayed, and if

( ) button is pressed, playback

from the beginning.

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To temporarily pause playback, press

PLAY/PAUSE during playback.

resume playback, press button again.

MP3/WMA-CD Playback

Load the MP3/WMA 1 disc.

and playback will start.

•The appearance of the menu depends on the MP3/WMA disc.

•WMA-DRM files cannot be played.

To change the album, use to

3 select another album in Stop mode, and then press the ENTER button.

In Stop mode, use to select

2 the album, and then press the ENTER button.

• Useto select the track.

Press the STOP 4 button to stop

playback.

Note	• Depending on the recording mode, some MP3/WMA-CDs may not play.
	• Table of contents of a MP3-CD varies depending on the MP3/WMA track
	format recorded on the disc.

file icon in the screen,

Press the button when it is in stop status and select a desired icon from the top part of the menu.

•To play music files only, select the Icon.

•To view image files only, select the Icon.

•To view movie files only, select the Icon.

•To select all files select the Icon.

• Music File Icon

• Image File Icon

• Movie File Icon

• All File Icon

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OPERATION