Samsung BD-EM57C, BD-EM57 User Manual

BD-EM57

BD-EM57C

Blu-ray™ Disc Player

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Safety Information

Warning

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

		CAUTION
		RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
		DO NOT OPEN
The lighting flash and Arrowhead within the	CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF			The explanation point within the triangle
triangle is a warning sign alerting you of	ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE			is a warning sign alerting you of important
dangerous voltage inside the product.	COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE			instructions accompanying the product.
	PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
	QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING

•To reduce the risk of fire 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on.

The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

•This class B digital product meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer’s attention to Article 82040 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I) that

provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

CLASS 1 LASER product

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

DANGER :

• VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (FDA 21 CFR)

CAUTION :

•CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM. (IEC 60825-1)

•THIS product UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES

OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CLASS 1	LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1	LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1	LASER LAITE
KLASS 1	LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO	LÁSER CLASE 1

||NOTE |

\\ If the Region number of a Blu-ray Disc/DVDs does not correspond to the Region number of this player, the player cannot play the disc.

Precautions

Important Safety Instructions

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below.

Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including AV receivers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit

into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

12.Use only with the cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or

sold with the apparatus When a cart is used,

moving the cart/apparatus to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Disc Storage & Management

•Holding Discs

-- Fingerprints or scratches on a disc may reduce sound and picture

or cause skipping

-- Avoid touching the surface of a disc where data has been recorded.

-- Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface.

-- Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

•Cleaning Discs

-- If you get fingerprints or dirt on a disc, clean it with

a mild detergent diluted water and wipe with a cloth.

-- When cleaning, wipe gently inside to the outside of the

• Disc Storage

`` Do not keep in direct sunlight. `` Keep in a cool ventilated area.

`` Keep in a clean protection jacket and store vertically.

Handling Cautions

•Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases on the apparatus.

•To turn this apparatus off completely, you must pull the power plug out of the wall socket. Consequently, the power plug must be easily and readily accessible at all times.

•Do not plug multiple electric devices into the same wall socket. Overloading a socket can cause it to overheat, resulting in a fire.

•Maintenance of Cabinet.

-- 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 operating parts and lens and cause abnormal disc playback. If this occurs, unplug the player, wait for two hours,

and then connect the plug to the power outlet. Then, insert the disc, and try to play back again.

If the product makes an abnormal noise or produces a burning smell or smoke, turn off the power switch immediately and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. Then, contact the nearest customer service center for technical assistance. Do not use the product. Using the product as it is may cause a fire or an electric shock.

Copyright

© 2012 Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

All rights reserved; No part or whole of this user’s manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

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Contents

	Safety Information			Connections
2	Warning	11		Connecting to a TV
2	Precautions	11		Connecting to an Audio System
2	Important Safety Instructions	11		Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI
3	Disc Storage & Management			supported AV receiver
3	Handling Cautions	11		Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver
3	Copyright	12		with Dolby Digital or DTS decoder
				Connecting to a Network Router
		12		Wired Network
	Getting Started
		12		Wireless Network
5	Disc and Format Compatibility
5	Disc types and contents your player can			Settings
	play	13		The Initial Settings Procedure
5	Disc types your player cannot play
6	Region Code	13		The Home Screen
6	Logos of Discs the player can play	13		Accessing the Settings Screen
7	Supported Formats	13		Buttons on the Remote Control Used for
8	Accessories			the Settings Menu
9	Front Panel	14		Settings Menu Functions
9	Rear Panel	17		Networks and the Internet
10	Remote Control	17		Configuring Your Network Connection
10	Tour of the Remote Control	18		Upgrading Software
		19		By Internet
		19		By USB
		19		By Disc
		19		By Downloaded
		19		Download in Standby Mode

	Media Play			Appendix
20	Insert a Disc	26		Compliance and Compatibility Notice
20	Insert a USB Device	26		Copy Protection
20	My Contents	27		Network Service Disclaimer
20	My Devices	27		License
20	Controlling Video Playback	29		Additional Information
20	Buttons on the Remote Control used for	29		Note
	Video Playback	30		Resolution according to the contents type
21	Using the Tools Menu	31		Digital Output Selection
21	Controlling Music Playback	32		Troubleshooting
21	Buttons on the Remote Control used for	33		Repairs
22	Music Playback	34		Specifications
	Repeat an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3
22	Playlist
22	Playing Photo Contents
22	Using the Tools Menu

	Network Services
23	Using Smart Hub
23	Smart Hub at a Glance
23	BD-LIVE™
23	Using the AllShare Network Function
23	To Download the AllShare Software
24	Playing Content Located on Your PC or
	DLNA Device through the Blu-ray Disc
	Player
24	Using Disc to Digital

24Registering a DVD Movie in Disc to Digital

25Playing a Registered Disc to Digital Movie

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Getting Started

Disc and Format Compatibility

Disc types and contents your player can play

	Media	Disc Type	Details
		Blu-ray Disc	BD-ROM or BD-RE/-R recorded in the BD-RE format.
	VIDEO	DVD-VIDEO	DVD-VIDEO, recorded DVD+RW/DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R/+R that have
		DVD-RW
		DVD-R	been recorded and finalized, or a USB storage media containing MKV,
		DVD+RW	MP4 contents.
		DVD+R
		CD-RW/-R,	Music recorded on CD-RW/-R, DVD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R or a USB
	MUSIC	DVD-RW/-R,
			storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.
		BD-RE/-R
		CD-RW/-R,	Photos recorded on CD-RW/-R, DVD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R or a USB
	PHOTO	DVD-RW/-R,
			storage media containing JPEG contents.
		BD-RE/-R
||NOTE |
\\	The player may not play certain CD-RW/-R and DVD-R because of the disc type or recording conditions.
\\	If a DVD-RW/-R has not been recorded properly in DVD video format, it will not be playable.
\\	Your player will not play content that has been recorded on a DVD-R at a bit-rate that exceeds 10 Mbps.
\\	Your player will not play content that has been recorded on a BD-R or USB device at a bitrate that exceeds 25
	Mbps.
\\	Playback may not work for some types of discs, or when you use specific functions, such as angle change and
	aspect ratio adjustment. Information about the discs is written in detail on the disc box. Please refer to this if
	necessary.
\\	When you play a BD-J title, loading may take longer than a normal title or some functions may perform slowly.

Disc types your player cannot play

•	HD DVD	•	DVD-RAM	•	DVD-RW(VR mode) •
•	DVD-ROM/PD/	•	Super Audio CD	•	CVD/CD-ROM/
	MV, etc		(except CD layer)		CDV/CD-G/CD-I/LD
					(CD-Gs play audio
					only, not graphics.)

||NOTE |

3.9 GB DVD-R for Authoring.

\\ This player may not respond to all operating commands because some Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, and CDs allow specific or limited operation and provide only certain features during playback.

Please note that this is not a defect in the player.

\\ Samsung cannot guarantee that this player will play every disc bearing the Blu-ray Disc, DVD or CD logo because disc formats evolve, and problems and errors may occur during the creation of Blu-ray Disc, DVD, and CD software and/or the manufacture of discs.

\\ Please contact the SAMSUNG Customer Care Center at 1-800-726-7864 if you have questions or encounter difficulty when playing Blu-ray Disc, DVD, or CD in this player. Also, refer to rest of this user manual for additional information on playback restrictions.

\\ Some commercial discs and DVDs purchased outside your region may not play on this player.

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Getting Started

Region Code

Both players and discs are coded by region.

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 Type	Region Code				Area
			a		North America, Central America, South America, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong
					Kong and South East Asia.
Blu-ray Disc			b		Europe, Greenland, French territories, Middle East, Africa, Australia and New
					Zealand.
			c		India, China, Russia, Central and South Asia.
					The U.S., U.S. territories and Canada
			1
					Europe, Japan, the Middle East, Egypt, South Africa, Greenland
			2
					Taiwan, Korea, the Philippines, Indonesia, Hong Kong
DVD-VIDEO			3
					Mexico, South America, Central America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific
			4
					Islands, Caribbean
					Russia, Eastern Europe, India, most of Africa, North Korea, Mongolia
			5
					China
			6

Logos of Discs the player can play

Blu-ray Disc		BD-LIVE

NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea, Japan

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Supported Formats

Video File Support

	File	Container	Video Codec	Resolution	Frame rate	Bitrate	Audio Codec
	Extension				(fps)	(Mbps)
	*.avi		MPEG4 SP/ASP			20
	*.mkv	AVI		1920x1080
			H.264 BP/
	*.asf					25	Dolby Digital
		MKV
	*.wmv		MP/HP
	*.mp4	ASF			6~30		LPCM
		MP4	H.263	720x480		10	AAC
	*.3gp
		3GP					HE-AAC
	*.vro
			Window
		VRO					WMA
	*.mpg
		VOB	Media Video v9	1920x1080		25	MP3
	*.mpeg
	*.ts	PS	MPEG2		24/25/30		DTS
		TS
	*.tp
			MPEG1	352x288	24/25/3	20
	*.trp

`` Limitations

-- Even when a file is encoded by a supported codec listed above, the file might not be played if its content is defective or corrupted.

-- Normal playback is not guaranteed if the file's container information is wrong or the file itself is corrupted.

-- Files having higher bit or frame rates than standard may stutter when played back. -- The seek (skip) function is not available if the file's index table is damaged.

-- When you playback a file remotely through a network connection, video playback may stutter depending on the network speed.

-- Some USB/Digital camera devices may not be compatible with the player.

`` Video decoder

-- Supports up to H.264 Level 4.1

-- Does not support GMC 2 or higher

`` Audio decoder

-- Supports WMA 7, 8, 9 and STD

-- Does not support WMA 9 PRO multi-channel or lossless audio if the number of channels is more than 2.

-- Does not support WMA sampling rate of 22050Hz mono.

`` Comments

-- MPEG4 : Supports up to GMC 1-Warping Point. -- H.264 : Supports up to BP/MP/HP Level 4.1.

-- H.263 : Supports up to Profile3, restricted up to SD resolution. -- WMV : Supports V9, VC1 SP/MP/AP L3.

-- MPEG1 : Does not support D-picture.

-- MPEG2 : Supports up to Hight Profile High Level.

||NOTE |

\\ Some MKV and MP4 format discs may not play, depending on their video resolution and frame rate.

Music File Support

	File Extension	Container	Audio Codec	Support Range
	*.mp3	MP3	MP3	-
	*.wma	WMA	WMA	* Sampling rates (in kHz) - 8, 11, 16, 22, 32, 44.1, 48
				* Bitrates - All bitrates in the range 5kbps to 384kbps.

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Getting Started

Notes on the USB connection

•Your player supports USB storage media, MP3 players, digital cameras, and USB card readers.

•Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the player.

•Your player supports the FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS files systems.

•Connect USB devices directly to the player's USB port. Connecting through a USB cable may cause compatibility problems.

•Inserting more than one memory device into a multi-card reader may cause the reader to operate improperly.

•The player does not support the PTP protocol.

•Do not disconnect a USB device during a "loading" process.

•The bigger the image resolution, the longer the image takes to display.

•This player cannot play MP3 files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) downloaded from commercial sites.

•Your player only supports video that is under 30fps (frame rate).

•Your player only supports USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices such as thumb drives and USB HDD. (HUB is not supported.)

•Certain USB HDD Devices, multi-card readers and thumb drives may not be compatible with this player.

•If a USB device requires excessive power, it may be limited by the circuit safety device.

•If playback from a USB HDD is unstable, provide additional power by plugging the HDD into a wall socket.

If the problem continues, contact the USB HDD manufacturer.

•You must remove USB Storage devices using the "Safely Remove USB" function to prevent possible damage to the USB memory.

Press the HOME button to move to the home screen, press the YELLOW (C) button, and then press the v button.

•SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.

•Your player does not support NTSF compressed files, sparse files, or encrypted files.

-- You can repair or format a USB device on your Desktop PC. (MS-Windows OS only)

AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High

Definition)

•This player can play back AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders.

•The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.

•The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format compresses images with greater efficiency than the conventional image compressing format.

•Some AVCHD discs use the "x.v.Color" format. This player can play back AVCHD discs that use "x.v.Color" format.

•"x.v.Color" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

•"AVCHD" and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.

||NOTE |

\\ Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending on the recording conditions. AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

\\ "x.v.Color" offers a wider color range than normal DVD camcorder discs.

Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size)		HDMI cable (BD-EM57C only)
(BN43-00004A)		(GL39-00121A)
			VOL– + VOL+ –
		1	2	3
		4	5	6
		7	8	9
			0	POPUP
				HUB
		TOOLS		INFO
		RETURN		EXIT
		A	B C	D
User Manual	Quick Guide	Remote Control
(AK68-02229C)	(AK68-02232L)	(AK59-0145A)

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Front Panel

Rear Panel

PLAY/PAUSE

OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON BUTTON

POWER BUTTON

		DISPLAY		USB HOST
	REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
DISC	TRAY

||NOTE |

\\ To 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. To play the movie, you must select Play Movie or Start in the disc menu, and then press the v button.

LAN

HDMI OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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Getting Started

Remote Control

Tour of the Remote Control

After setup, allows you to select the input source on your TV.

(This button only works with Samsung TVs.) Turn the player on and off.

Press to open and close the disc tray.

SOURCE

VOL VOL

VOL– + VOL+ –

SAMSUNG TV

Turn the TV on and off.

(This button only works with Samsung TVs.)

TV volume adjustment.

(This button only works with Samsung TVs.)

	1		2	3
Press numeric buttons to operate options.	4		5	6
	7		8	9
	DISC MENU		TITLE MENU
Use to enter the disc menu.			0	POPUP	Use to enter the popup menu/title menu.
Press to skip backwards or forwards.					Press to search backwards or forwards.
Press to stop a disc.					Press to pause a disc.
					Press to play a disc.
Press to move to the home menu.	HOME			SMART
	HOME			HUB	Press to use Smart Hub.
Press to use Netflix.
	TOOLS			INFO	Use to display the playback information.
Press to use the Tools menu.
					Use to select menu items and change menu
Return to the previous menu.					values.
	RETURN			EXIT	Press to exit the menu.
These buttons are used both for menus	A	B	C	D
on the player and also several Blu-ray Disc	Disc2Digital PANDORA SUBTITLE FULL
functions.	PANDORA	DIGITAL SUBTITLE		SCREENINPUT	Press to use the full screen function.
Press to use the Disc to Digital function.
Press to use Pandora.					Press to switch the Blu-ray Disc/DVD’s
					subtitle language.

Installing batteries

||NOTE |

\\ If the remote 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 |

\\ Dispose of batteries according to local environmental regulations. Do not put them in the household trash.

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Connections

Connecting to a TV

Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the product 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.

Audio

Video

Connecting to an Audio System

You can connect the Blu-ray player to an audio system using one of 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 supported AV receiver

•Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the product to the HDMI IN jack on your receiver.

•Best quality (Recommended)

Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver with Dolby Digital or DTS decoder

•Using a digital Coaxial cable (not supplied), connect the Coaxial Digital Audio Out jack on the product to the Digital Coaxial In jack of the receiver.

•Good quality

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||NOTE |

\\ If you use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to connect to your display device, you must also connect the Digital Audio on the player to an audio system to hear audio.

\\ An HDMI cable outputs digital video and audio, so you don't need to connect an audio cable.

\\ Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work. Please refer to the user manual of TV.

\\ When you connect the player to your TV using the HDMI cable or to a new TV, and then turn it on for the first time, the player automatically sets the HDMI output resolution to the highest supported by the TV.

\\ A long HDMI cable may cause screen noise. If this occurs, set HDMI Deep Color to Off in the menu.

\\ To view video in the HDMI 720p, 1080i, or 1080p output mode, you must use a High speed (category 2) cable.

\\ HDMI outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV.

If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), random noise appears on the screen.

Method	1	Method	2
Audio		Audio