Samsung BD-E8300M, BD-E8900, BD-E8500M User Manual

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Safety InformationSafety 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

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

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.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

WARNING

• To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

• BD-HDD COMBO USES AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE BD-HDD Combo CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

CAUTION

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 COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This product satisfies CE regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances, such as radios and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors for connections.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a molded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.

Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug. Replacement covers are available from your dealer.

If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.

However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains jack, as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

The product unit accompanying this user manual is licenced under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties.

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.

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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

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.

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 manufacturer.

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, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination 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 the disc may reduce sound and picture quality 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.

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Safety Information

• Cleaning Discs

- If you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth.

- When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to the outside of the disc.

• 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 touch the power plug with a wet hand.

Otherwise, it can cause an electric shock.

• Do not plug multiple electric devices into the

same wall socket. Ovedrloading a socket can cause it to overheat, resulting in a fire.

• Maintenance of Cabinet.

- Before connecting other components to this product, be sure to turn them off.

- If you move your product 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 product, 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 centre for technical assistance. Do not use the product. Using the product as it is may cause a fire or an electric shock.

Using the 3D function

IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D PICTURES. Read and understand the following safety information before using the 3D function.

• Some viewers may experience discomfort while viewing 3D TV such as dizziness, nausea, and headaches. If you experience any such symptom, stop viewing 3D TV, remove the 3D Active Glasses, and rest.

• Watching 3D images for an extended period of time may cause eye strain. If you feel eye strain, stop viewing 3D TV, remove your 3D Active Glasses, and rest.

• A responsible adult should frequently check on children who are using the 3D function. If there are any reports of tired eyes, headaches, dizziness, or nausea, have the child stop viewing 3D TV and rest.

• Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for other purposes. (Such as general eyeglasses, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.)

• Do not use the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while walking or moving around. Using the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while moving around may cause you to bump into objects, trip, and/or fall, and cause serious injury.

• When displaying 3D programme with this model, the actual screen may appear as shown below:

Screen Display Description

Side by Side

Top & Bottom

• 3D programme reception, recording and playback of this model may not fully support 3D, due to the 3D broadcast format is not yet standardized worldwide. It is not the product’s malfunction or disorder.

Same screen duplicates horizontally.

Same screen duplicates vertically.

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• If you want to enjoy 3D content, connect a 3D device (3D compliant AV receiver or TV) to the product ’s HDMI OUT port using a high-speed HDMI cable. Put on 3D glasses before playing the 3D content.

• The product outputs 3D signals only through HDMI cable connected to the HDMI OUT port.

• As the video resolution in 3D play mode is fixed according to the resolution of the original 3D video, you can not change the resolution to your preference.

• Some functions such as BD Wise, screen size adjustment, and resolution adjustment may not operate properly in 3D play mode.

• You must use a high-speed HDMI cable for proper output of the 3D signal.

• Stay at least three times the width of the screen from the TV when watching 3D images. For example, if you have a 46-inch screen, stay 138 inches (11.5 feet) from the screen.

• Place the 3D video screen at eye level for the best 3D picture.

• When the product is connected to some 3D devices, the 3D effect may not function properly.

• "Blu-ray 3D" and "Blu-ray 3D" logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.

Copyright

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

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Contents

SAFETY INFORMATION

2 Warning 3 Precautions 3 Important Safety Instructions

3 Disc Storage & Management 4 Handling Cautions 4 Using the 3D function 5 Copyright

GETTING STARTED

8 Disc and Format Compatibility 8 Disc types and contents your product can play

8 Disc types your product cannot play

8 Available Recording Time for internal HDD

9 Region Code

9 Logos of Discs the product can play

10 Supported Formats

13 Accessories 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

17 Connecting to a TV with an Audio/Video cables

and RF cable

18 Connecting to a TV 18 Method 1 Using an HDMI cable (not included) -

Best Quality (Recommended)

18 Method 2 Using a Video and an Audio cable -

Good Quality

19 Connecting to an Audio System 19 Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI supported AV

receiver

19 Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver with

Optical input

19 Method 3 Connecting to a Stereo Amplifier with

an Audio Cable

20 Connecting to a Network Router 20 Wired Network

20 Wireless Network

SETTINGS

21 The Setup Procedure 21 The Home Screen 21 Accessing the Settings Screen 22 Buttons on the Remote Control used for the

Settings menu

23 Settings Menu Functions 32 Networks and the Internet 32 Configuring Your Network Connection

34 Wi-Fi Direct

35 Soft AP

36 AllShare Settings

36 Device Name

36 Upgrading Software 36 Online

37 By Channel

37 By USB

37 By Disc

38 By Downloaded

38 Standby Mode Upgrade

MEDIA PLAY

39 Insert a Disc to the Disc tray 39 Insert a USB or Mobile Phone to the USB port 39 Accessing the AllShare Play Screen 40 Using the AllShare Play Function 41 To download the AllShare software

42 Playing content located in your PC on the BD-

HDD Combo

42 Playing content located in your Mobile device on

the BD-HDD Combo

42 Controlling with your mobile device

43 Controlling Video Playback 43 Buttons on the Remote Control used for Video

Playback

43 Using the Tools Menu

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45 Controlling Music Playback 45 Buttons on the Remote Control used for Music

Playback

45 Using the Tools Menu

45 Repeating Tracks on an Audio CD

45 Shuffling Tracks on an Audio CD

46 Creating a Playlist from a CD

46 Ripping

46 AMG (All Media Guide) function

47 Playing Photo Contents 47 Using the Tools Menu

47 Using the Tools Menu when a file

is highlighted

DTV FUNCTIONS

50 Watching TV Channels 50 Using the Tools Menu

51 Using the PIP (Picture-In-Picture) function

51 Editing Channels 51 Channel List

52 Channel Screen

52 Using the Tools Menu

52 Viewing the Guide Screen 53 Schedule Manager 53 Using the Teletext Service

NETWORK SERVICES

61 Using Smart Hub 61 Smart Hub at a Glance

62 Using the Web Browser

63 BD-LIVE™ 63 Samsung Smart View 63 Dual View

APPENDIX

64 Compliance and Compatibility Notice 65 Copy Protection 65 Network Service Disclaimer 66 Licence 68 Recommendation - EU Only

69 Additional Information 75 Troubleshooting 77 Repairs

78 Specifications

Contents

ADVANCED FUNCTION

55 Recording 55 Checking Available Storage Size

55 Recording the current TV channel you are

watching

56 Simultaneous Recording

57 Timeshift function

58 Playing the Recorded Title 58 Editing the Recorded Title 58 Splitting a Section of a Title (Divide into two)

59 Splitting a Section of a Title (Partial Delete)

59 Copy 59 Copying Videos, Music or Photos

59 3D Functions 59 3D Converter

60 Adjusting the 3D Depth

60 Viewing DTV with the 3D effect

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Getting StartedGetting Started

Disc and Format Compatibility

Disc types and contents your product can play

Contents Media Details

Blu-ray Disc

3D Blu-ray Disc

VIDEO

MUSIC

PHOTO

VIDEO MUSIC PHOTO

* For more information on the file format, refer to pages 10~12.

DVD-VIDEO

DVD±RW/±R

CD-RW/R

DVD±RW/±R

BD-RE/R

CD-RW/R

DVD±RW/±R

BD-RE/R

HDD USB

Disc types your product cannot play

BD-ROM or BD-RE/R disc recorded in the BD-RE format.

DVD-VIDEO, DVD±RW/±R discs that have been recorded and finalized. Media containing DivX, MKV or MP4 contents.

Music recorded on CD-RW/R, DVD±RW/±R, BD-RE/R containing MP3 or WMA contents.

Photos recorded on CD-RW/R, DVD±RW/±R, BD-RE/R media containing JPEG contents.

Video, music and photos stored in HDD or USB.

• HD DVD

• DVD-ROM/PD/MV-

Disc, etc

| NOTE |

\The product may not play certain CD-RW/R and DVD±RW/±R because of the recording conditions.

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

\Your product will not play content that has been recorded on a DVD±RW/±R at a bit-rate that exceeds 10Mbps.

\Your product will not play content that has been recorded on a BD-RE/R at a bit rate that exceeds 25Mbps.

\Playback may not work for some types of discs, or when you use specific operations, 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.

• DVD-RAM

• Super Audio CD

(except CD layer)

• DVD-RW(VR mode)

• CVD/CD-ROM/CDV/

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

• 3.9 GB DVD-R for Authoring.

Available Recording Time for internal HDD

You can record digital broadcast on the internal HDD as below. Depending on the actual broadcast, available recording time may be different with the table shown below In On Screen Display, you can check available recording time as shown in "high" case in the table shown below.

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Broadcast

| NOTE |

Estimated

Type

Since the product's Timeshift and other implemented functions require a certain amount of HDD space allocated internally, the total size shown in the "Storage Device Manager" of Settings menu may differ from the HDD's capacity shown in the manual.

Bitrate

8Mbps

(Normal)

20Mbps

(High)

5Mbps

(Normal)

10Mbps

(High)

Recording Time

BD-E8900M BD-E8500M BD-E8300M

257 Hours

102 Hours

411 Hours

205 Hours

124 Hours 77 Hours

49 Hours 30 Hours

199 Hourss 123 Hours

99 Hours 61 Hours

Region Code

Both products 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 product is displayed on the rear panel of the product.

Mexico, South America, Central America, Australia,

New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Caribbean

DVD-VIDEO

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

Mongolia

China

Logos of Discs the product can play

Blu-ray Disc 3D Blu-ray Disc

BD-LIVE DivX

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Disc Type

Blu-ray Disc

DVD-VIDEO

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

Taiwan, Korea, the Philippines,

Indonesia, Hong Kong

Area

PAL broadcast System in U.K.,

France, Germany, etc.

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Supported Formats

Video File Support

File Extension Container Video Codec Resolution

*.avi

*.mkv

*.asf *.wmv *.mp4

*.3gp

*.vro

*.mpg

*.mpeg

*.ts *.tp

*.trp

*.mov

*.flv

*.vob

*.svi

*.m2ts

*.mts *.divx

*.webm

`Limitations

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

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

- Files having higher Bit rate/frame rate than indicated in the table above may stutter when played back.

- 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 product.

`Video decoder

- Supports up to H.264 Level 4.1.

- Does not support H.264 FMO/ASO/RS, VC1 SP/MP/AP L4.

AVI

MKV

ASF MP4 3GP VRO VOB

WebM

WebM VP8

Divx 3.11/4.x/

5.x/6.x

MPEG4 SP/

ASP

H.264 BP/

MP/HP

Motion JPEG

Window

Media Video v9

MPEG2

MPEG1

VP6 640x480

SVAF

MVC

1920x1080 6~30 30

1920x1080

Frame rate

(fps)

24/25/30 40

6~30 8 Vorbis

Bit rate (Mbps) Audio Codec

AC3

LPCM

ADPCM

(IMA, MS)

AAC

HE-AAC

WMA DD+

MPEG(MP3)

DTS Core

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- CODECs except for MVC, VP8, VP6

1) Below 1280 x 720 : 60 frames max.

2) Above 1280 x 720 : 30 frames max.

3) Does not support GMC 2 or higher.

- Supports SVAF Top/Bottom, Side by Side.

- Supports BD MVC Spec.

`Audio decoder

- Supports WMA 10 PRO (Up to 5.1).

- Does not support WMA lossless audio.

- Does not support QCELP/AMR NB/WB.

- Supports vorbis (Up to 2ch), Supports codec only in webm container.

- Supported ADPCM IMA, MS. (MULAW, ALAW are not supported)

| NOTE |

\Playback of some MKV or MP4 file may not be supported

depending on their video resolution and frame rate.

Supported Subtitle File Formats

File

Extension

.ttxt

.smi

.srt

.sub

.sub or.txt

.ssa

.ass

.psb

AVI

MKV

MP4

External

Internal

Name

MPEG-4 Timed text

SAMI

SubRip

SubViewer

Micro DVD

SubStation Alpha

Advanced SubStation

Alpha

Powerdivx

Xsub

SubStation Alpha

Advanced SubStation

Alpha

SubRip

MPEG-4 Timed text

Music File Support

File Extension Type Codec

*.mp3

*.m4a *.mpa

*.aac

*.flac

*.ogg

*.wma

MPEG

MPEG4

FLAC

OGG

WMA

MPEG1 Audio

Layer 3

AAC

FLAC

Vorbis

WMA

Picture File Support

File Extension Type Resolution

*.jpg

*.jpeg

*.png

*.bmp

*.mpo

JPEG

PNG

BMP

MPO

15360x8640

1920x1080

15360x8640

Notes on the USB connection

• Your product supports USB storage media, MP3 products, digital cameras, and USB card readers.

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

• Your product supports the FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS files systems (read only).

• Connect USB devices directly to the product’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.

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Getting Started

• The product supports 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 product cannot play MP3 files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) downloaded from commercial sites.

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

• Your product only supports USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices such as thumb drives, flash card readers and USB HDD. (HUB is not supported.)

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

• If some USB devices require excessive power, they 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 the USB storage device safely (by performing the "Safely Remove USB" function to prevent possible damage to the USB memory).

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

• Your product does not support compression file, sparse file and encrption file of NTFS.

- Before disconnecting a USB device, please use USB Safety Removal.

- If you don't use USB Safety Removal, your data on USB device can be corrupted or lost

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

Connect a USB device before using the Timeshift and Recorded TV functions

Do not use a USB memory stick. We do not support a USB memory stick.

We recommend using a USB HDD with at least 5400 rpm, but a USB HDD of RAID type is not supported.

• To use the Timeshift mode or the Recorded TV function, a connected USB device must be execute the Device Format function to proper form for recording.

- During the device formatting, do not disconnect the device while formatting is in progress. If you format the device, all files will be deleted.

- Before formatting your device to this product, please back up your files to prevent them from damage or loss of data. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.

• Recorded videos are DRM (digital rights managements) protected and cannot be played on a PC or other product. Note that files saved on the TV cannot be used after the main board is changed.

• At least 100MB of free space is required for recording.

• Recording will stop if the storage's free space becomes less than 50 MB.

• If the USB device has failed the Device Performance Test, the USB device must go through the Device Format and Device Performance Test again before you record with the Guide or Channel Manager. If the device has failed the Performance Test, It cannot be used for recording.

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AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

• This product 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 product 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 condition.

AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

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

Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

FUNCTION TV SOURCE

POWER

RECEIVER

TTX/MIX

SUBTITLE

INPUT

BD TV

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

DISC MENU TITLE MENU

POPUP

TV MUTE

TV SOURCE

CH LIST HOME GUIDE

A B C D

SMART HUB

2D 3D

DIGITAL

SUBTITLE

INPUT

SOCIAL REC REC PAUSE

PANDORA SUBTITLE

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Audio/Video cable RF cable for TV Remote Control

Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size) User Manual Quick Guide

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Getting Started

Front Panel

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON ENTER BUTTON

STOP BUTTON EJECT BUTTON

POWER BUTTON

DISC SLOT USB HOST

DISPLAY

REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

| NOTE |

\To upgrade the product's software through the USB Host jack, you must use a USB memory stick.

\When the product displays the Blu-ray Disc menu, you cannot start the movie by pressing the Play button on the product or

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

\You must obtain a "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" from a local cable service provider.

\When removing the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD", carefully pull it out with your hands since dropping the "CI CAM with CI

or CI+ CARD" may cause damage to it.

\Insert the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" in the direction marked on the card.

\The location of the CI card slot may be different depending on the model.

\"CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" is not supported in some countries and regions; check with your authorized dealer.

If you have any problems, please contact a service provider.

COMMON

INTERFACE SLOT

Rear Panel

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ANT OUT (TO TV)

ANT IN

HDMI OUT

LAN

USB HOST

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

Remote Control

Tour of the Remote Control

Turn the product on and off.

Press this to operate a TV.

Press this to operate BD-HDD Combo.

Press numeric buttons to operate options

or to access channels directly.

Use to enter the disc menu.

Press to skip backwards or forwards.

Stops playback or recording.

Mutes the speakers of your TV.

TV volume adjustment.

FUNCTION

SUBTITLE

TV SOURCE

TTX/MIX

INPUT

POWER

RECEIVER

BD TV

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

DISC MENU TITLE MENU

TV MUTE

TV SOURCE

POPUP

Turn the TV on and off.

Press to eject a disc.

Alternately selects Teletext, Double or Mix.

Use to enter the popup menu/title menu.

Press to search backwards or forwards.

Press this to pause a playback or pause the Timeshift function. Press this to play or start the Timeshift function.

Press this to select a TV channel.

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Displays channel lists on the screen.

Press to move to the home screen.

Press to use Tools menu.

Use to select menu items and change

menu value.

Return to the previous menu.

Press to use Smart Hub.

Press to search contents.

Press this to use web browser function.

Press to use social TV.

Press this to use PIP function.

Installing batteries

CH LIST HOME GUIDE

A B C D

SMART HUB

DIGITAL

SOCIAL REC REC PAUSE

PANDORA SUBTITLE

SUBTITLE

2D 3D

INPUT

| 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.

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

Displays the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide.)

Press this to display the playback information during playing a content in Disc/USB/HDD

or display the information of TV channel.

Press to exit the menu.

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

Press this when you want to use 3D function.

Press this to pause during recording.

Press this to make a recording.

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Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV

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To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below.

1. Turn your television on.

2. Point the remote control towards the

television.

3. Press the TV button to set the TV mode.

4. Press and hold the TV POWER button, and

then enter the two-figure code in the table to the right that corresponds to the brand of your television by pressing the appropriate number buttons. If your television is compatible with the remote control, it will Turn off. The remote is now programmed to operate the TV.

| NOTE |

\If several codes are listed for your television brand, try

each one in turn until you find one that works.

\If you replace the remote control’s batteries, you must set

the brand code again.

You can control certain functions of your TV with this remote control.

Button Function

TV POWER

Number

TV VOL +/–

TV MUTE

,/.

PROG (

TV SOURCE

Used to Turn the television on and off.

Used to input number directly.

Used to adjust the volume of the television.

Used to toggle the sound on and off.

)

Used to select the desired channel.

Used to select an external source connected to the TV.

| NOTE |

\The functions listed above will not necessarily work on all

televisions. If you encounter problems, use the TV remote control.

TV Control Codes

Brand Code

TV POWER+01, +02,

SAMSUNG

OLUFSEN

BLAUPUNKT TV POWER+71

BRIONVEGA TV POWER+57

CONTINENTAL

DAEWOO

EMERSON TV POWER+64

FERGUSON TV POWER+73

FORMENTI TV POWER+57

GRADIENTE TV POWER+70

GRUNDIG

IMPERIAL TV POWER+52

LOEWE OPTA TV POWER+06, +57

MAGNAVOX TV POWER+40

MITSUBISHI

NEWSAN TV POWER+68

+03, +04, +05, +06, +07, +08, +09

AIWA TV POWER+82

TV POWER+10, +11,

ANAM

+12, +13, +14, +15, +16, +17, +18

BANG &

TV POWER+57

BRANDT TV POWER+73

CGE TV POWER+52

TV POWER+75

EDISON

TV POWER+19, +20, +23, +24, +25, +26, +27, +28, +29, +30, +31, +32, +33, +34

TV POWER+06,

FINLUX

+49, +57

FUJITSU TV POWER+84

TV POWER+49, +52, +71

TV POWER+60,

HITACHI

+72, +73, +75

JVC TV POWER+61, +79

TV POWER+06, +19,

+20, +21, +22, +78

LOEWE TV POWER+06, +69

METZ TV POWER+57

TV POWER+06, +48, +62, +65

MIVAR TV POWER+52, +77

NEC TV POWER+83

Brand Code

NOBLEX TV POWER+66

NOKIA TV POWER+74

NORDMENDE

PANASONIC

PHONOLA

RADIOMARELLI TV POWER+57

SCHNEIDER TV POWER+06

SINUDYNE TV POWER+57

TELEFUNKEN

THOMSON

THOMSON ASIA TV POWER+80, +81

TV POWER+72, +73, +75

TV POWER+53, +54, +74, +75

TV POWER+06,

PHILIPS

+55, +56, +57

TV POWER+06, +56, +57

TV POWER+58,

PIONEER

+59, +73, +74

RADIOLA TV POWER+06, +56

RCA TV POWER+45, +46

REX TV POWER+74

TV POWER+57,

SABA

+72, +73, +74, +75

SALORA TV POWER+74

TV POWER+41,

SANYO

+42, +43, +44, +48

SELECO TV POWER+74

TV POWER+36,

SHARP

+37, +38, +39, +48

SIEMENS TV POWER+71

SINGER TV POWER+57

SONY TV POWER+35, +48

TELEAVA TV POWER+73

TV POWER+67, +73, +75, +76

TV POWER+72, +73, +75

TV POWER+47,

TOSHIBA

+48, +49, +50, +51, +52

WEGA TV POWER+57

YOKO TV POWER+06

ZENITH TV POWER+63

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Connections

Connecting to a TV with an Audio/Video cables and RF cable

1. Connect the RF cable as shown.

2. Using video/audio cables, connect the VIDEO OUT (yellow) / AUDIO OUT (white and red)

terminals on the rear of the product to the VIDEO IN (yellow) / AUDIO IN (white and red) terminals of your TV.

3. Plug in the product and TV.

4. Turn on the product and TV.

Red

To ANT IN

White

Yellow

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To TV

Audio Video

RF cable

To ANT INPUT

| NOTE |

\The RF cable connection of this product sends only signals of TV. You must connect the Audio/Video cables to watch output

from your product.

\Noise may be generated if the audio cable is placed too close to the power cable.

\If you want to connect to an AV receiver, please refer to the AV receiver connection pages. (See page 19)

\The number and position of terminals may vary depending on your TV set. Please refer to the user manual of your TV.

\If there is only one audio input terminal on the TV, connect it to the AUDIO OUT (Red/white) terminal of the product.

| CAUTION |

\Do not connect the product to your TV through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright

protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

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Connections

Connecting to a TV

1. Connect the product to your TV using one of the methods illustrated below.

2. Turn on the product and TV.

- Do not connect the power cord until you have made all the other connections.

- When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start.

3. Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the signal from the product appears on the

TV screen.

Method 1 Using an HDMI cable (not included) - Best Quality (Recommended)

Method 2 Using a Video and an Audio cable - Good Quality

Red

White

Yellow

Method 1

Audio Video

Audio

Match the colours

Method 2

Video

Match the colours

| NOTE |

\If you use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to connect to your display device, you must also connect the Digital Audio Out on the

product to audio system to hear audio.

\An HDMI cable outputs digital video/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 your TV.

\When you connect the product to the TV using the HDMI cable for the first time or to a new TV, the HDMI output resolution

will be automatically set to the highest supported by the TV.

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

\If the product is connected to your TV in the HDMI 720p, 1080i, or 1080p output mode, you must use a High speed (category

2) HDMI 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.

\You must have an HDMI connection to enjoy videos with 3D technology.

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Connecting to an Audio System

You can connect the product to an audio system using one of the three methods illustrated below.

2. Turn on the product, audio system and TV.

- Do not connect the power cord until you have made all the other connections.

- When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start.

3. Press the input selector of the connected audio system and TV until the video signal from the

product appears on your TV and you hear the audio signal through your audio system.

Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI supported AV receiver

• Use an HDMI cable (not included)

• Best quality (Recommended)

Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver with Optical input

• Use an Optical Cable (not included)

• Better quality

• You will hear sound only throuugh the front two speakers with Digital Output set to PCM.

Method 3 Connecting to a Stereo Amplifier with an Audio Cable

• Good Quality

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Method 3

Audio

Method 1

Audio/Video

Method 2

Audio

Red

White

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Connections

Connecting to a Network Router

You can connect your product to your network router using one of the methods illustrated below.

Wired Network

Broadband modem

(with integrated router)

Broadband

Router

Broadband

modem

| NOTE |

\Internet access to Samsung’s software update server

may not be allowed, depending on the router you use or your ISP’s policy. For more information, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider).

\DSL users, please use a router to make a network

connection.

\To use the AllShare function with your PC, you must

connect your PC.

service

Broadband service

Wireless Network

Wireless Router

Broadband

service

| NOTE |

\If the wireless router supports DHCP, your product can

use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network.

\Set your wireless router to Infrastructure mode. Ad-hoc

mode is not supported.

\The product supports only the following wireless security

key protocols:

- WEP (OPEN/SHARED), WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES),

WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES)

\Select a channel on the wireless router that is not

currently being used. If the channel set for the wireless router is currently being used by another device nearby, it will result in interference and communication failure.

\If you select the Pure High-throughput (Greenfield)

802.11n mode and set the Encryption type on your router or router to WEP, TKIP or TKIP-AES (WPS2Mixed), the product will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications.

\If your router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup),

you can connect to the network via PBC (Push Button Configuration) or PIN (Personal Identification Number). WPS will automatically configure the SSID and WPA key in either mode.

\Wireless LAN, by its nature, may cause interference,

depending on the operating conditions (router performance, distance, obstacles, interference by other radio devices, etc).

To use the AllShare function with your PC, you must connect your PC.

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Settings

The Setup Procedure

• The Home screen will not appear if you do not configure the initial settings.

• The OSD (On Screen Display) of this product may change after you upgrade the software version.

• The access steps may differ depending on the menu you selected.

The Setup Procedure lets you set the OSD and menu languages, configure the connection to your home network, choose the aspect ratio output (screen size and format) that is correct for your TV, and search desired channels.

| NOTE |

\When the product is connected to the TV for the first

time, the product turns on automatically. This is normal operation.

\Password : Enter the desired 4-digit password using the

number buttons.

- Default password is set to 0000.

The Home Screen

Settings

Set various functions to suit your personal preferences.

AllShare Play Schedule ManagerChannel

Smart Hub

Smart Hub : Starts Smart Hub. From Smart Hub,

you can access YouTube, games, and other apps.

AllShare Play : Lets you select contents located on connected devices by type to view or play. You can

select videos, photos, or music.

3 4

Channel : Lets you configure your TV channels with

features such as country and auto tune.

Schedule Manager : Lets you set or edit recording

schedules.

Settings : Opens the Settings menu.

`To select an option on the Home screen:

1. Use the ◄► buttons to move the cursor so

that it highlights your choice, and then press

button.

3D Settings

Display

TV Aspect Ratio 16:9 Original

Smart Hub Screen Size Size 3

Audio

BD Wise On

Channel

Resolution Auto

DTV Smart Resolution Off

Network

Movie Frame (24Fs) Auto

System

HDMI Colour Format Auto

Support

HDMI Deep Colour Auto

| NOTE |

\In the Home menu screen, it will switch to DTV Channel

mode after 3 minutes. When accessing the Settings menu, the screen saver will be activated after 5 minutes.

Accessing the Settings Screen

1. Select Settings on the Home screen, and

then press v button. The Settings screen appears.

2. To access the Settings menus, sub-menus,

and options, please refer to the remote control illustration and the setting table (See pages 22~31).

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Settings

FUNCTION

TV SOURCE

POWER

RECEIVER

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

SUBTITLE

INPUT

DISC MENU TITLE MENU

POPUP

BD TV

TV MUTE

TV SOURCE

TTX/MIX

CH LIST HOME GUIDE

Buttons on the Remote Control used for the Settings menu

2 4

HOME Button : Press to move to the Home screen.

RETURN Button : Return to the previous menu.

(Enter) / DIRECTION Buttons :

• Press ▲▼◄► to move the cursor or select an item.

• Press the v button to activate the currently selected item or confirm a setting.

EXIT Button : Press to exit the current menu.

Detailed Function Information

Each Settings function, menu item, and individual option is explained in detail on-screen. To view an explanation, use the ▲▼◄► buttons to select the function, menu item, or option. The explanation will usually appear on the screen. A short description of each Settings function starts on the next page. Additional information on some of the functions is also in the Appendix of this manual.

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Settings Menu Functions

Display

3D Settings

TV Aspect Ratio

Smart Hub Screen Size

BD Wise

Resolution

DTV Smart Resolution

Movie Frame (24Fs)

Select whether to play a Blu-ray Disc with 3D contents in 3D Mode.

•

If you move to the Home or Smart Hub Home screen while in 3D mode, the product will switch to 2D automatically.

Lets you adjust the output of the product to the screen size of your TV.

Lets you select the optimal size for the Smart Hub Screen.

BD Wise is Samsung’s latest inter-connectivity feature. When you connect a Samsung product and a Samsung TV with BD Wise to each other via HDMI, and BD Wise is on in both the product and TV, the product outputs video at the video resolution and frame rate of the Bluray/DVD.

Set the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. The number indicates the number of lines of video per frame. The i and p indicate interlaced and progressive scan, respectively. The more lines, the higher quality.

Use this function to automatically optimise screen resolution for digital broadcasts.

| NOTE |

\When you use the BD wise function, this menu will not

appear.

Setting the Movie Frame (24Fs) feature to Auto lets the play adjust its HDMI output to 24 frames per second for improved picture quality.

•

You can enjoy the Movie Frame (24Fs) feature only on a TV supporting this frame rate.

•

Movie Frame is only available when the product is in the HDMI 1080i or 1080p output resolution modes.

| NOTE |

\When you use the BD wise function, this menu will not

appear.

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Settings

Display

Audio

HDMI Colour Format

HDMI Deep Colour

Progressive Mode Lets you improve picture quality when viewing DVDs.

Digital Output

PCM Downsampling Set whether to use downsampling processing or not.

Dynamic Range Control

Downmixing Mode Select Downmix method for stereo output.

DTS Neo:6 Mode

Audio Sync

Lets you set the colour space format for HDMI output to match the capabilities of the connected device (TV, monitor, etc).

Lets you output video from the HDMI OUT jack with Deep colour. Deep colour provides more accurate colour reproduction with greater colour depth.

Set Digital output option suitable for your TV or AV Receiver. For more details, please refer to the digital output selection table. (See pages 73~74)

Set Dynamic Range control option for Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD.

Auto : The Dynamic Range will be controlled

automatically based on the information provided by the Dolby TrueHD Soundtrack. This setting is same with "On" for Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus.

Off : You can enjoy original sound without

compressing Dynamic Range of the sound.

On : The Dynamic Range is compressed appropriately

by boosting low level sound and reducing extremely loud sound.

You can enjoy multichannel sound via HDMI output even for 2 channels audio source.

In some cases when the product is connected to a digital TV, the audio signal may not synchronize with the video signal. If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time to match the video signal.

•

You can set the audio delay time between 0 msec and 200 msec. Adjust it to the optimal setting.

| NOTE |

\The audio delay time you specify may not be exact depending

on the played content.

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