SAMSUNG BD-C8000 User Manual

BD-C8000

Portable Blu-ray Multimedia Player

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Key features

Blu-ray Disc Features

Blu-ray Discs support the highest quality HD video available in the industry - Large capacity means no compromise on video quality. Furthermore, a Blu-ray Disc has the same familiar size and look as a DVD.

The following Blu-ray Disc features are disc dependant and will vary. Appearance and navigation of features will also vary from disc to disc. Not all discs will have the features described below.

Video highlights

The BD-ROM format supports three highly advanced video codecs, including AVC, VC-1 and MPEG-2.

HD video resolutions are also available:

1920 x 1080 High Definition

• 1280 x 720 High Definition

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For High-Definition Playback

To view high-definition contents on a Blu-ray Disc, an HDTV (High Definition Television) is required. Some Blu-ray Discs may require you to use the player's HDMI OUT to view high-definition content. The ability to view high-definition content on Blu-ray Discs may be limited depending on the resolution of your TV.

Interactivity

Certain Blu-ray Discs may contain Animated menus and Trivia games.

User Browsable Slideshows

With Blu-ray Discs, you can browse through still pictures while audio plays in the background.

Subtitles

Depending on what is contained on the Blu-ray Disc, you may be able to select different font styles, sizes, and colors for the subtitles. Subtitles may also be animated, scrolled, or fade in and out.

BD-LIVE

You can use a Blu-ray Disc supporting BD-LIVE to download contents provided by the disc manufacturer through a network connection.

Portable Blu-ray Multimedia Player Features

10.1 inch Built-in LCD Panel and built-in stereo speakers

Using the player’s built-in 10.1 inch LCD display and stereo speakers, you can enjoy a movie with no need for a separate TV.

About 3 hour’s Playback

A fully charged battery can play up to about 3 hours.

(The operating time in the battery mode can be reduced by the options you use.)

Convenient 2-Way power supply

You can use your Portable Blu-ray player virtually anywhere by using the supplied AC adapter indoors and the battery pack outdoors.

Compact size/light-weight design

Its compact and lightweight design makes the player easy to carry.

High-resolution image

High-resolution LCD screen provides clear pictures.

Internet@TV

You can download various for-a-fee or free-ofcharge applications through a network connection.

With these, you can access Internet services and content such as news, weather forecasts, stock market quotes, games, movies, and music.

This player can play 3D contents through an HDMI cable.

To implement the 3D effect, connect a 3D device (3D-compliant AV receiver, 3D-compliant TV) to the player using an HDMI cable, and play the 3D content while wearing 3D vision glasses.

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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.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lighting flash and Arrowhead within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of dangerous voltage inside the product.

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.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The explanation point within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of important instructions accompanying the product.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure

RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF Radiation Exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device and its antenna must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The final device into which this transmitter module is installed must be labeled with the following statement:

“This device contains TX FCC ID: A3LDNUBS1.” If this transmitter will be configured as a pc peripheral, it will be the OEM’s responsibility to obtain authorization as such (either through Certification of Declaration of Conformity) prior to marketing of the device.

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Safety Information

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 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

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If the Region number of a Blu-ray Disc/DVD disc

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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.

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install

in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such

as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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.

Protect the power cord from being walked on

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or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified

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by the manufacturer.

Use only with the cart,

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stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

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or when unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service

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personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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

Disc Handling

Disc Shape

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Use discs with regular shapes. If an irregular disc (a disc with a special shape) is used, this player may be damaged.

Holding discs

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

Blu-ray Discs

Do not leave a Blu-ray Disc in the player for long

• periods of time. Remove the Blu-ray Disc from the player and store it in its case.

Be careful not to leave fingerprints or scratches

• on the surface of the Blu-ray Disc.

DVD-VIDEO, Audio CD (CD-DA)

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Wipe off dirt or contamination on the disc with a soft cloth.

Disc Storage

Be careful not to damage the disc because the data on these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment.

Do not keep under direct sunlight.

• Keep in a cool ventilated area.

• Store vertically.

• Keep in a clean protection jacket.

• 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. Then insert the disc and try to play back again.

Handling Cautions

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Do not write on the printed side with a ball-point pen or pencil.

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Do not use record cleaning or antistatic sprays. Also, do not use volatile chemicals, such as benzene or thinner.

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Do not apply labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs fixed with exposed tape adhesive or leftover peeled-off stickers.)

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Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

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Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.

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Do not load warped or cracked discs.

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Before connecting other components to this player, be sure to turn them all off.

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Do not move the player while a disc is being played as the disc may be scratched or broken, or the player’s internal parts may be damaged.

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Do not put a flower vase filled with water or any small metal objects on the player.

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Be careful not to put your hand into the disc tray.

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Do not place anything other than the disc in the disc tray.

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Exterior interferences such as lightning and static electricity can affect the normal operation of this player. If this occurs, turn the player off and on again with the POWER button, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet. The player will operate normally.

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Safety Information

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Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the player after use.

•

Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the player for long periods of time.

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Remove the battery pack from the player if you don’t intend to use it for a long period of time.

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To clean a disc, wipe it in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc.

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Do not expose the player to any liquid.

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When the AC plug is connected to a wall outlet, the player will still draw power (standby mode) when it is turned off.

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Apparatus must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

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The main plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay readily operable at any time.

Maintenance of Cabinet

For safety reasons, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning.

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Do not use benzene, thinner, or other solvents for cleaning.

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Wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth.

Restrictions on Playback

This player may not respond to all operating

• commands because some Blu-ray, DVD and CD discs allow specific or limited operation and features during playback. Please note that this is not a defect in the player.

•

Samsung cannot assure 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, CD software and/or the manufacture of discs. Please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center if you have questions or encounter difficulty in playing Blu-ray, DVD, or CD discs in this player. Also, refer to rest of this user manual for additional information on playback restrictions.

Battery Usage

Keep the battery out of the reach of infants

and pets, as they could put the battery into their mouth.

- There is a danger of electric shock or choking.

Do not use the player in a badly ventilated location such as on bedding, on a pillow or cushion, etc, and do not use it in a location such as room with floor heating. It may cause the player to be overheated.

- Take care that the player vents (on the side or the bottom) are not blocked especially in these environments. If the vents are blocked, the player may overheat and it may cause problem, or even an explosion.

Do not use the player in places exposed to humidity such as bathroom.

- There is a danger of electric shock. Use the player within the operating conditions specified in the Manufacture’s User Guide.

Do not let metal objects such as car keys or clips contact the battery when you are carrying or storing it.

- Contact with a metal may cause excessive current and a high temperature and may damage the battery or cause a fire.

To use the player safely, replace a dead battery with a new, authorized battery by Samsung Electronics.

- Otherwise, it may cause an explosion or fire.

Use authorized battery only by Samsung Electronics. (Product ID of authorized battery are AK43-01004A and AK43-01005A)

Dispose of worn-out batteries properly.

- There is a danger of fire or explosion.

- The battery disposal method may differ depending on your country and region. Dispose of the used battery in an appropriate way.

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Do not throw or disassemble the battery and

do not put it into water.

- This may cause and injury, fire or explosion.

Never heat the battery or throw the battery

into a fire. Do not place or use the battery in a hot location such as a sauna, inside a vehicle, near a stove, and so on.

- There is a danger of an explosion or fire.

If liquid leaks out of the battery or there is a

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funny smell coming from the battery, remove the battery from the player and contact a service center.

- There is a danger of an explosion or fire.

Charge the battery according to the

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instructions in the manual.

- Falling to do so, may cause an explosion or fire from damage to the player.

Danger of explosion if you replace the battery

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with the wrong type. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

CAUTION

The battery used in this device may present a risk of

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fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do no disassemble, heat above 60°C or incinerate. Replace battery with SAMSUNG, AK43-01004A and AK43-01005A only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Moving, Storing, and Driving, etc.

When moving the product, turn the power off

and separate all connected cables first.

If you don’t use the player for long periods of time, discharge and then detach the battery.

- This will preserve the battery in its best condition.

Do not operate or watch the player while driving a vehicle.

- There is a danger of a traffic accident. Please concentrate on driving.

Do not put this product or AC adaptor on

your lap or on asoft-surface.

For your safety, please do not touch the disc

with your finger if the disc is not fully stopped. Do not interrupt the disc until it completely stops spinning.

Make sure that the product is turned off

before you put it into any kind of bag, case, box, or drawer. Inappropriate ventilation in such places may cause malfunction or damage to the product.

Gently open/close the LCD panel to avoid

damage to the product.

LCD Panel can open up to 125° degree

from its closed position. Please do not apply excessive force when unfolding beyond this position. Otherwise the product will be damaged.

125°

Eye Position When Using Player

Keep the LCD at least 19.7 inches (50 cm) from your eyes.

- Adjust the height of the LCD screen so that its top height is equal to or lower than your eyes.

- Avoid setting the LCD excessively bright.

- Keep the LCD screen clean.

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Safety Information

Cautions on Using the Car Power Cable

The product is not designed for use in vehicles with batteries that exceed standard

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voltage (12V ±10%) or in buses, trucks, military/ construction vehicles, or heavy equipment.

Using with battery of bus/truck/military/construction vehicles/heavy equipment may

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damage the product due to overvoltage, and Samsung is not liable for problems caused by such cases.

Starting the engine may produce higher voltage than normal. To protect the product

▪

and user’s safety, disconnect the Car Power Cable when you start the engine.

If voltage from the vehicle’s battery is too high (higher than 14V), the product may

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not operate normally or malfunction. In such cases, stop using the product in the vehicle.

Car’s inside can get warm easily and overheat the product. When using the product

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in a car, avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. Do not leave the product in the vehicle. Move the product to a cool place when you are done operating it.

Watching or operating the product while driving greatly increases the chance of

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a traffic accident. Samsung is not liable for any accidents caused by watching or operating the product while driving. If you are the driver, park the car in a safe place before using the product.

Do not to operate the product continuously for more than 3 hours. If you notice the

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player is over heating due to your vehicle’s inside temperature, stop operating the player and turn it off.

Do not install the player on or near the dashboard. Strong sunlight and radiation may

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overheat the product. Do not install the product as a navigation device.

If the vehicle’s internal temperature is too high, the following occurs more frequently:

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The player stops charging.

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The product automatically turns off while operating in battery mode.

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These actions are designeed to prevent damage to the battery and protect user’s safety.

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Contents

KEY FEATURES

SAFETY INFORMATION

GETTING STARTED

2 Blu-ray Disc Features 2 Portable Blu-ray Multimedia Player Features

3 Warning 4 Precautions 4 Important Safety Instructions 5 Disc Storage & Management 5 Disc Handling 6 Battery Usage 7 Moving, Storing, and Driving, etc. 7 Eye Position When Using Player 8 Cautions on Using the Car Power Cable

12 Before Using the user manual 12 Disc Types and Contents that can be played. 12 Disc types that cannot be played 13 Blu-ray Disc Compatibility 13 Disc Types 14 Supported File Formats 15 Notes on USB connection 15 Region Code 15 Copyright 16 Logos of Discs that can be played 16 Accessories 17 Front Panel 17 Front View 19 Right View 19 Left View 20 Rear Panel 20 Bottom View 21 Removing the battery pack 21 Remote Control 21 Tour of the Remote Control 22 Using the AC adapter 23 Charging the battery pack 25 Car Power Cable

ENGLISH

CONNECTIONS

SETUP

28 Connecting Earphones to the Player 29 Connecting to a TV 29 Case 1 : Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Cable

30 Case 2 : Connecting to a TV with Audio/Video

31 32 Connecting to the Network 32 Cable Network 33 Wireless Network

34 Before Starting (Initial Settings) 35 Setting the Menu 36 Display 36 3D 36 LCD Backlight 37 TV Aspect Ratio (Screen Size) 37 BD Wise (Samsung Players only)

- Best Quality (Recommended)

cables - Good Quality

Connecting an External Digital Component (Amplifier)

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Contents

SETUP

37 Resolution 39 HDMI Format 39 Movie Frame (24Fs) 39 Progressive Mode 39 Still Mode 39 HDMI Deep Color 39 Audio 39 Digital Output 40 PCM Downsampling 41 Dynamic Range Control 41 Downmixing Mode 41 Virtual Surround 41 DTS Neo:6 42 System 42 Initial Settings 42 Internet@TV Screen Size 42 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) 42 BD Data Management 43 Clock 43 DivX(R) Registration 43 DivX(R) Deactivation 43 Network Setting 43 Network Settings

47 Network Status 47 BD-LIVE Internet Connection 47 Language 47 Security 47 Parental Rating 48 Change Password 48 General 48 Background 48 Energy Saving 48 Power On/Off Sound 48 Light Effect 49 Support 49 Software Upgrade 49 Contact Samsung

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BASIC FUNCTIONS

50 Playing a Disc 50 Playback 50 Disc Structure 51 Using the Disc menu/Title menu/Popup menu 51 Using the Disc Menu 51 Using the Title Menu 51 Playing the Title List 51 Using the Popup Menu 51 Using the Search and Skip Functions 51 Searching for a Desired Scene 52 Skipping Chapters 52 Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play 52 Slow Motion Play 52 Step Motion Play

Contents

BASIC FUNCTIONS

NETWORK SERVICES

APPENDIX

52 Using the TOOLS button 52 Moving to a Desired Scene Directly 53 Repeat the Title or Chapter 53 Repeat the Section 53 Selecting the Audio Language 54 Selecting the Subtitle Language 54 Changing the Camera Angle 54 Selecting the Picture Setting 54 Setting BONUSVIEW 55 Listening to Music 55 Buttons on the Remote Control used for Music

Playback

55 Adjusting the volume using the volume control on

the player 56 Playing an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 56 Repeat an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 56 Playlist 57 Playing back a Picture 57 Playing a JPEG Disc 57 Using the TOOLS button 58 Playing back a USB Storage Device

59 Using Internet@TV 59 Getting Started with Internet@TV 61 Settings 64 Samsung Apps 66 BD-LIVE™ 66 Software Upgrade Notification 66 Using the AllShare Function

68 Cautionary Notes 68 Cautions on Using the Player 69 Cautions on Using Battery pack 72 Troubleshooting 77 Index 78 Specifications 80 Compliance and Compatibility Notice 80 Copy Protection 81 Network Service Disclaimer 82 License

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Getting Started

Before Using the user manual

Disc Types and Contents that can be played.

Term Logo Icon Definition

BD-ROM

BD-RE/-R

DVD-VIDEO

DVD-RW(V)

DVD-R

DVD+RW

DVD+R

Audio CD

MP3

WMA

JPEG

DivX MKV MP4

NOTE

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The player may not play certain CD-RW/-R and DVD-R due to the disc type or recording conditions.

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If a DVD-RW/-R disc has not been recorded properly in DVD video format, it will not be playable.

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If contents which are consisting of more than 10Mbps bit-rate have been recorded in DVD-R, it is not supported.

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If contents which are consisting of more than 30Mbps bit-rate have been recorded in BD-R or USB, it is not supported.

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h z Z

This indicates a function available on a BD-ROM.

This indicates a function available on a BD-RE/-R disc recorded in the BD-RE format.

This indicates a function available on a DVD-VIDEO.

This indicates a function available on recorded DVD+RW or DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R/+R discs that have been recorded and finalized.

This indicates a function available on an audio CD-RW/-R (CD-DA format).

This indicates a function available in a CD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R disc or a USB storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.

This indicates a function available in a CD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R disc or a USB storage media containing JPEG contents.

This indicates a function available in a CD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R disc or a USB storage media containing DivX, MKV, MP4 contents.

Disc types that cannot be played

HD DVD

• DVD-ROM/PD/

• MV-Disc, etc

DVD-RAM

• Super Audio CD

• (except CD layer)

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DVD-RW(VR mode)

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CVD/CD-ROM/CDV/ CD-G/CD-I/LD (CD-Gs play audio only, not graphics.)

3.9 GB DVD-R Disc for

• Authoring.

NOTE

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Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased

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outside your region may not be playable with this player. When these discs are played, either “This disc can not be played.” or “Cannot read this disc. Please check the regional code of the disc.” will be displayed.

Playback may not work for some types of discs, or

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when specific operations, such as angle change and aspect ratio adjustment, are being performed. Information about the discs is written in detail on the disc box. Please refer to this if necessary.

Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched.

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Fingerprints, dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette smoke on the recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for playback.

Discs with PAL programs recorded on them cannot

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be played using this player.

This player is compatible with the NTSC color system

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only.

When a BD-J title is played, loading may take longer

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than a normal title, or some functions may perform slowly.

This player may not respond to all operating

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commands because some Blu-ray, DVD and CD discs allow specific or limited operation and features during playback. Please note that this is not a defect in the player.

Samsung cannot assure that this player will play

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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, CD software and/or the manufacture of discs. Please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center if you have questions or encounter difficulty when playing Blu-ray, DVD, or CD discs in this player. Also, refer to rest of this user manual for additional information on playback restrictions.

Blu-ray Disc Compatibility

Blu-ray Disc is a new and evolving format. Accordingly, disc compatibility issues are possible. Not all discs are compatible and not every disc will play back. For additional information, refer to the Compliance and Compatibility Notice section of this user manual.

Disc Types

BD-ROM

This Blu-ray disc can only be played back. This player can play back pre-recorded commercial BD-ROM discs.

BD-RE/-R

This Blu-ray disc can be recorded and played back. This player can play back a BD-RE/-R disc recorded by other compatible Blu-ray disc recorders.

DVD-VIDEO

This player can play back pre-recorded

• commercial DVD discs (DVD-VIDEO discs) with movies.

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When switching from the first layer to the second layer of a dual-layered DVD-VIDEO disc, there may be momentary distortion in the image and sound. This is not a malfunction of the player.

DVD-RW

This player can play back a DVD-RW disc recorded and finalized with a DVD video recorder. Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.

DVD-R

This player can play back a DVD-R disc recorded and finalized with a DVD Video recorder. Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.

DVD+RW

This player can play back a DVD+RW disc

• recorded with a DVD Video recorder. Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.

DVD+R

This player can play back a DVD+R disc

• recorded and finalized with a DVD Video recorder. Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.

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Getting Started

If the CD-RW/-R disc was not recorded as a

XviD

• closed session, you may experience delays when playing back the beginning of the disc or all recorded files may not play.

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Some CD-RW/-R discs may not be playable with this player, depending on the device which was used to burn them. For contents recorded on CD-RW/-R media from CDs for your personal use, playability may vary depending on contents and discs.

MP3 AC3

DTS WMA PCM

MP3 AC3

DTS

WMA

AAC

MP1, 2

AC3

DTS

1920x1080

Audio CD (CD-DA)

This player can play back CD-DA format audio

• CD-RW/-R discs.

The player may not be able to play some

• CD-RW/-R discs due to the condition of the recording.

CD-RW/-R

Use a 700MB (80 minute) CD-RW/-R disc.

• If possible, do not use a 800MB (90 minute) or above disc, as the disc may not play back.

Supported File Formats

Video File Support

File Extension Container Video Codec Audio Codec Resolution

DivX 3.11/4.x/5.1/6.0

*.avi

*.mkv

*.wmv

*.mp4

*.mpg

*.mpeg

WMV

AVI

MKV

(wmv9)

MP4

MP4v3

H.264 BP/MP/HP

VC-1 AP

DivX 5.1/6.0

H.264 BP/MP/HP

VC-1 AP

VC-1 SM

MP4 (mp4v)

H.264 BP/MP/HP

MPEG1

MPEG2

H.264 BP/MP/HP

Music File Support

File Extension Container Audio Codec Support Range

*.mp3

*.wma

MP3

WMA

MP3 -

Compliant with WMA version 10

WMA

* Sampling rates (in kHz) - 8, 11, 16, 22, 32, 44.1, 48 * Bit rates - All bit-rates in the range 5kbps to 384kbps

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AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

This player can playback AVCHD format discs.

• These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders.

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

The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of

• compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.

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Some AVCHD discs use the “x.v.Color” format.

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This player can playback AVCHD discs using “x.v.Color” format.

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“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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

NOTE

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Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending

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on the recording condition. AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

“x.v.Color” offers a wider color range than normal

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DVD camcorder discs.

Some DivX, MKV, and MP4 format discs may not

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play, depending on the video resolution and frame rate condition.

Region Code

Both the player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order to play the disc. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this player is displayed on the bottom housing of the player.

Disc Type

Blu-ray

Region

Code

North America, Central America, South America, Korea, Japan,

Taiwan, Hong Kong and South East Asia.

Europe, Greenland, French territories, Middle East, Africa,

Australia and New Zealand.

India, China, Russia, Central

and South Asia.

The U.S., U.S. territories and

Canada

Europe, Japan, the Middle East,

Egypt, South Africa, Greenland

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Area

Notes on USB connection

Supported devices: USB storage media, MP3 player, digital camera, USB card reader

Does not support if a folder or file name is

• longer than 128 characters.

A certain USB/digital camera device may not be

• compatible with the product.

FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file systems are

• supported.

Connect directly to the product’s USB port.

• Connecting through another cable may raise problems with USB compatibility.

Inserting more than one memory device to a

• multi-card reader may not operate properly.

Supports the PTP protocol.

• Do not disconnect USB device during a “loading”

• process.

Bigger the image resolution, the longer the delay

• to displaying.

DRM applied MP3 files downloaded from a

• commercial site are not played back.

External HDD device is not supported.

•

Taiwan, Korea, the Philippines,

Indonesia, Hong Kong

DVD-VIDEO

Mexico, South America, Central America, Australia,

New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Caribbean

Russia, Eastern Europe, India, most of Africa, North Korea,

Mongolia

China

Copyright

manual may be reproduced or copied without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

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Logos of Discs that can be played

Blu-ray Disc 3D Blu-ray Disc

BD-LIVE Dolby TrueHD

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Audio/Video cable

(AK39-00148A)

AC power Adapter

(AK44-00012A)

User Manual

(AK68-01960U)

Car Power Cable

(AK39-00150A)

DTS-HD Master Audio

NTSC broadcast system in

U.S.A, Canada, Korea, Japan

Accessories

Quick Guide

(AK68-01855W)

1 0 0

Battery Pack

(AK43-01004A)

DivX

Java

POWER

LCD ON/OFF

DISC MENU TITLE MENU

POPUP

BCD

TOOLS

INFO

RETURN

Remote Control with CR2032 Type

Lithium-Ion Battery (AK59-00104U)

Earphones

(AK30-00007A)

CAUTION

Operating the product while in the carrying case may increase internal temperature, which may damage the product.

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Y type Earphone Adapter

(3722-003034)

Soft Cloth

(AH81-02286C or

BN63-02368B)

Carrying Case

(AK63-00709A)

Do not turn on or operate the product while covered in the carrying case.

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Front View

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HOLD SWITCH

Front Panel







 

 

n

Slide to lock or unlock the button functions. When the Hold switch is in the lock position, none of the buttons on the player work except the Power button.

- If you press touch buttons when HOLD switch is in “Lock”, “ during 3 second on top-right side of Built-in LCD Panel.

” mark flashes

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RETURN BUTTON Return to the previous menu.

MENU BUTTON Press this to move to the home menu.

COLORS BUTTONS

POWER BUTTON Turns the player on and off.

HINGE DETECT SWITCH

LCD High-resolution LCD screen

SPEAKERS Built-in stereo speakers

DISC TRAY COVER Opens to accept a disc.

These buttons are used both for menus on the player and also several Blu-ray Disc functions.

The LCD screen turns off after the player has detected that the you have closed the LCD panel.

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SKIP BUTTON ( ) Press to skip backwards.

STOP BUTTON ( ) Stops disc playback.

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON ( ) Plays a disc or pauses playback.

SKIP BUTTON ( ) Press to skip forwards.

VOLUME CONTROL

This is a wheel type volume control.

- Position your finger on the outer circle of the volume control and move it to the left or right along the circle at least 90 degrees. If you don’t move your finger at least 90 degrees, the volume may not change. When you move your finger beyond 90 degrees, the volume increases or decreases continuously.

- Moving your finger counterclockwise reduces the volume. Moving your finger clockwise increases the volume.

BATTERY CHARGING STATUS

INDICATOR ( )

NETWORK CONNECTION

INDICATOR (

OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON Opens and closes the disc tray cover.

TOOLS BUTTON Press to use Tools menu.

REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR Detects signals from the remote control.

ENTER / DIRECTION BUTTON Select menu items and change menu value.

NOTE

✎

Touch buttons may not function if you use a fingernail or instruments such as a ballpoint pen.

▪

Please only use your finger tip.

It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote control sensor on the Blu-ray player is exposed to

▪

direct sunlight or strong artificial light. Operate the remote away from such light sources. When you press the OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button during playback, the disc inside the tray may continue to spin for a

▪

short period of time. This is not a malfunction. The volume can be controlled on the player only. You can’t use the remote to control the volume.

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The front panel’s Play button does not start some Blu-ray disc titles from the disc’s menu.

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Do not operate the player with the LCD Panel closed for long periods of time.

▪

To prevent over-heating, please keep the LCD panel open while the product is operating.

▪

Do not subject the display area of LCD panel to excessive pressure to avoid damage.

▪

To clean the LCD panel, gently wipe it using dry soft cloth only. LCD Panel can open up to 125° degree from its closed position. Please do not apply excessive force when unfolding

▪

beyond this position. Otherwise the product will be damaged. Please do not place things on the touch button or near its area to prevent abnormal operation of touch button.

▪

CAUTION

Gently open/close the LCD panel to avoid damage to the product.

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)

The charging LED on the front of the player turns orange when the battery is charging correctly. When charging is complete, it turns green.

Check the status of the network connection. (Blue LED)

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Right View

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LAN

HDMI OUT

USB HOST

OPTICAL OUT JACK

AV OUT View movie and images on a large screen by connecting this product to a TV.

EARPHONES JACK Connect supplied earphones.

Left View

Connect a LAN cable to the LAN jack to access network based services (See pages 59~64), BD-LIVE, and software upgrades using a network connection.

Using an HDMI cable, connect this HDMI output terminal to the HDMI input terminal on your TV for the best quality picture or to your Receiver for the best quality sound.

Connect a USB memory flash stick here and use the stick as storage when you have connected the player to BD-LIVE. You can also use the USB Host jack for software upgrades and MP3/JPEG/ DivX/MKV/MP4 playback.

Connect a digital optical cable from the Optical jack to external audio equipment capable of digital output.



DC IN 12V JACK Connect the AC power adaptor to this portable Blu-ray player.

NOTE

✎

You can perform software upgrades using the USB Host jack with a USB memory flash stick only.

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Bottom View

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Rear Panel

Battery capacity remaining

BATTERY PACK

BATTERY PACK RELEASE SWITCH

Charge the battery pack using the AC Power Adapter. On the battery, there are LED indicators that show the remaining capacity. Press the PUSH button to view the LED indicators.

Slide to release the battery pack.

LED Display of the battery remaining capacity

Etc.

Display LED ON Condition

100%~81% Capacity Remaining

80%~61% Capacity Remaining

60%~41% Capacity Remaining

40%~21% Capacity Remaining

20%~1% Capacity Remaining

The LED flashes if the battery pack has problems and errors. In this case please contact the Samsung service center nearest you.

0% Capacity Remaining

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Removing the battery pack

20% 40% 60% 80% 100%



Slide the Battery Pack Release Switch in the direction of the arrow.

Pull the Battery Pack out.

PUSH

Remote Control

Tour of the Remote Control

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

Turn the player on and off.

Press numeric buttons to operate

options.

Press to enter the disc menu.

Press to skip backwards or forwards.

Press to stop a disc.

These buttons are used both for

menus on the player and also

several Blu-ray Disc functions.

Press to move to the home menu.

Select menu items and change

menu value.

Return to the previous menu.

POWER

DISC MENU TITLE MENU

RETURN

LCD ON/OFF

POPUP

BCD

TOOLS

INFO

Turn LCD on and off. Use if you want to turn the LCD screen on or off when the player is connected to a TV. The LCD screen turns off, but the sound outputs normally.

Use to enter the popup menu/title menu.

Press to search a disc backwards or forwards.

Press to pause a disc.

Press to play a disc.

Press to use Tools menu.

Use to display playback information while playing a Blu-ray/DVD disc.

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Installing the battery into the remote

Turn the lithium battery’s cover counterclockwise, and

then remove.

Place the lithium battery in the battery compartment plus (+) side facing up. Replace the cover, and then turn it clockwise.

Match the polarities (+ and -) on the battery with the marks in the battery compartment. If the battery is inserted in the wrong direction, your remote control will not work correctly.

NOTE

✎

If the remote does not operate properly :

▪

•

Check the polarity +/– of the battery.

•

Check if the battery is drained. Check if the remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

•

Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

•

It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote control sensor on the Blu-ray player is exposed to

•

direct sunlight or strong artificial light. Operate the remote away from such light sources. After battery replacement, your remote control unit may not work. If this occurs, remove the battery and re-insert.

•

Remove the battery when you are not planning to use the remote control for a long period of time.

•

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type

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Using the AC adapter

AC power Adapter



Connect the jack of the AC power adapter to the DC IN jack.

Plug the other end of the AC power adapter into an AC outlet.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the supplied AC adapter. Using a different type of adapter may cause a malfunction or damage to the product.

▪

When the AC adapter is used for prolonged periods of time, the adapter may heat up.

▪

This is normal and is not a cause for concern. When not using the adapter, unplug it from the wall outlet.

▪

Keep the AC adapter free from moisture, cold, and dust. Otherwise, there is a risk of fire or electric shock..

▪

Be sure to unwind the AC power adapter cable before using, as electromagnetic interference may cause problems with

▪

other devices.

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Charging the battery pack

Use the bundle AC adapter to charge the battery pack.

Please charge the battery pack fully before using the player for the first time.

Before charging, make sure that the battery pack is correctly seated.

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AC power Adapter

Battery Charging

Status Indicator



Connect the jack of the AC power adapter to the DC IN jack.

Plug the other end of the AC power adapter into an AC outlet.

- The battery charges faster if you turn the player off.

Charging time: Approx. 4 hours (in the stanby mode, Ambient Temprature is 68°F~ 77°F)

Charging time may be longer in the case listed below.

If the player is being operated. (Charging takes at least 9 hours in default settings)

If the battery pack is left for long periods of time after it is fully-discharged.

If the player is put in a hot location or very warm environment.

Playing Time: A fully charged battery can play up to 3 hours when the player is configured as described below:

LCD Backlight : Set to 5

Headphones or Earphones Connected

Light Effect : Set to Off

No USB Device connected.

Ambient Temprature : 68°F~ 77°F

Battery Charging Status Indicator

The charging LED on the front of the player turns orange when the battery is charging correctly.

When charging is complete, it turns green.

NOTE

✎

The playing time may be shortened if you increase the level of the LCD Backlight or output sound from the speakers.

▪

The life time of the lithium ion battery pack is limited. Battery capacity can decrease and playing time can be shortened

▪

if you do not use the player and battery for extended periods. If the battery pack is over-discharged, it may take longer time to fully charge.

▪

To prevent over-discharging, please charge the battery pack if it is fully discharged before it’s next use. Be sure to recharge the battery at least once every six months to ensure proper battery life.

▪

When charging or using the battery pack, it heats up. This is normal and is not a cause for concern.

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Battery level display

LCD

•

To check the battery status on the Built-in LCD Panel, press the INFO button on the remote control or the TOOLS button on the player or remote control while it is turned on.

Battery icon/message Charging state

Connecting the

AC Adapter

Using Battery

only

“Low Battery. After a moment, player will turn off automatically.”

Battery

•

There is an LED indicator on the battery pack that shows the remaining capacity. To check the battery status on the battery pack, press the PUSH button on the battery pack. (See page 20)

Charging

Fully Charged

About 81%~100%

About 61%~80%

About 41%~60%

About 21%~40%

About 5%~20%

About 3%~5%

The player displays this message, and then turns off in a few seconds.

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Car Power Cable

※

Before using the product

•

If you are driving, park the car in a safe place before using the product.

•

If you leave the player in your car in the summer, it can overheat. If this occurs, cool down the product by placing it in a cool place before using.

•

We recommend that only passengers use the player while the car is in motion and that they use the player in the back seat so that the driver is not distracted.

Car Power Cable

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Powering the product with the Car Power Cable

You can power the player through the cigarette lighter jack power by using the provided Car Power Cable.

Before you start the engine, make sure to Car Power Cable is disconnected. Only connect it after the

engine is started.

After you have turned the car on, connect the Car Power Cable to the car’s cigarette lighter jack and the

player.

Fully insert the Car Power Cable into the car’s Cigarette lighter jack.

Turn the product’s power on using the power button of the player or remote control.

Charging the product with the Car Power Cable

You can charge the product through the cigarette lighter jack inside a car.

If the player is on, charging may take more time. For faster charging of the product, turn the player’s

▪

power off while charging. This Product is designed to start charging only when the internal temperature of the battery pack is

▪

between 41°F~113°F (5°C~45°C). Note that the internal temperature of the battery pack and the ambient temperature may be different. If the temperature of the car is too low or too high, charging may stop. If the internal temperature of the battery

▪

pack goes below 32°F (0°C) above 140°F (60°C), it stops charging automatically.

Operating the product in a car using the battery pack

Place the product in a car away from direct sunlight or other high temperature sources.

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CAUTION

The product is not designed for use in vehicles with batteries that exceed standard voltage (12V

▪

±10%) or in buses, trucks, military/ construction vehicles, or heavy equipment.

Using with battery of bus/truck/military/construction vehicles/heavy equipment may damage the

▪

product due to overvoltage, and Samsung is not liable for problems caused by such cases.

Starting the engine may produce higher voltage than normal.

▪

To protect the product and user’s safety, disconnect the Car Power Cable when you start the engine.

If voltage from the vehicle’s battery is too high (higher than 14V), the product may not operate

▪

normally or malfunction. In such cases, stop using the product in the vehicle.

Car’s inside can get warm easily and overheat the product.

▪

When using the product in a car, avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. Do not leave the product in the vehicle. Move the product to a cool place when you are done operating it.

Watching or operating the product while driving greatly increases the chance of a traffic accident.

▪

Samsung is not liable for any accidents caused by watching or operating the product while driving. If you are the driver, park the car in a safe place before using the product.

Do not to operate the product continuously for more than 3 hours. If you notice the player is over

▪

heating due to your vehicle’s inside temperature, stop operating the player and turn it off.

Do not install the player on or near the dashboard. Strong sunlight and radiation may overheat the

▪

product. Do not install the product as a navigation device.

If the vehicle’s internal temperature is too high, the following occurs more frequently:

▪

The player stops charging.

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The product automatically turns off while operating in battery mode.



These actions are designeed to prevent damage to the battery and protect user’s safety.

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