Samsung BD-EM57C/ZA User Manual

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Safety Information

Warning

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

PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lighting flash and Arrowhead within the 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.

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.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

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

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

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

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer’s attention to Article 82040 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I) that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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

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

DANGER :

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

CAUTION :

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

• THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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

| NOTE |

\If the Region number of a Blu-ray Disc/DVDs does

not correspond to the Region number of this player, the player cannot play the disc.

Precautions

Important Safety Instructions

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including AV receivers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of

the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

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10. Protect the power cord from being

walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories

specified by the 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 a 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.

• Cleaning Discs

- If you get fingerprints or dirt on a 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 plug multiple electric devices into the same wall socket. Overloading a socket can cause it to overheat, resulting in a fire.

• Maintenance of Cabinet.

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

- If you move your player suddenly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may occur on the operating parts and lens and cause abnormal disc playback. If this occurs, unplug the player, wait for two hours, and then connect the plug to the power outlet. Then, insert the disc, and try to play back again.

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

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

01 Safety Information

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Contents

SAFETY INFORMATION

2 Warning

2 Precautions

2 Important Safety Instructions

3 Disc Storage & Management

3 Handling Cautions

3 Copyright

GETTING STARTED

5 Disc and Format Compatibility

5 Disc types and contents your player can

play

5 Disc types your player cannot play

6 Region Code

6 Logos of Discs the player can play

7 Supported Formats

8 Accessories

9 Front Panel

9 Rear Panel

10 Remote Control

10 Tour of the Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

11 Connecting to a TV

11 Connecting to an Audio System

11 Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI

supported AV receiver

11 Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver

with Dolby Digital or DTS decoder

12 Connecting to a Network Router

12 Wired Network

12 Wireless Network

SETTINGS

13 The Initial Settings Procedure

13 The Home Screen

13 Accessing the Settings Screen

13 Buttons on the Remote Control Used for

the Settings Menu

14 Settings Menu Functions

17 Networks and the Internet

17 Configuring Your Network Connection

18 Upgrading Software

19 By Internet

19 By USB

19 By Disc

19 By Downloaded

19 Download in Standby Mode

MEDIA PLAY

20 Insert a Disc

20 Insert a USB Device

20 My Contents

20 My Devices

20 Controlling Video Playback

20 Buttons on the Remote Control used for

Video Playback

21 Using the Tools Menu

21 Controlling Music Playback

21 Buttons on the Remote Control used for

Music Playback

22 Repeat an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3

22 Playlist

22 Playing Photo Contents

22 Using the Tools Menu

NETWORK SERVICES

23 Using Smart Hub

23 Smart Hub at a Glance

23 BD-LIVE™

23 Using the AllShare Network Function

23 To Download the AllShare Software

24 Playing Content Located on Your PC or

DLNA Device through the Blu-ray Disc

Player

24 Using Disc to Digital

APPENDIX

25 Compliance and Compatibility Notice

25 Copy Protection

26 Network Service Disclaimer

26 License

27 Additional Information

27 Note

29 Resolution according to the contents type

29 Digital Output Selection

30 Troubleshooting

32 Repairs

32 Specifications

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Getting Started

Disc and Format Compatibility

Disc types and contents your player can play

Media Disc Type Details

Blu-ray Disc BD-ROM or BD-RE/-R recorded in the BD-RE format.

VIDEO

MUSIC

PHOTO

| NOTE |

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

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

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

\Your player will not play content that has been recorded on a BD-R or USB device at a bitrate that exceeds 25

Mbps.

\Playback may not work for some types of discs, or when you use specific functions, such as angle change and

aspect ratio adjustment. Information about the discs is written in detail on the disc box. Please refer to this if necessary.

\When you play a BD-J title, loading may take longer than a normal title or some functions may perform slowly.

DVD-VIDEO

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD+RW

DVD+R

CD-RW/-R,

DVD-RW/-R,

BD-RE/-R

CD-RW/-R,

DVD-RW/-R,

BD-RE/-R

DVD-VIDEO, recorded DVD+RW/DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R/+R that have been recorded and finalized, or a USB storage media containing MKV, MP4 contents.

Music recorded on CD-RW/-R, DVD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R or a USB storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.

Photos recorded on CD-RW/-R, DVD-RW/-R, BD-RE/-R or a USB storage media containing JPEG contents.

Disc types your player cannot play

• HD DVD

• DVD-ROM/PD/

MV, etc

| NOTE |

\This player may not respond to all operating commands because some Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, and CDs allow

specific or limited operation and provide only certain features during playback. Please note that this is not a defect in the player.

\Samsung cannot guarantee that this player will play every disc bearing the Blu-ray Disc, DVD or CD logo

because disc formats evolve, and problems and errors may occur during the creation of Blu-ray Disc, DVD, and CD software and/or the manufacture of discs.

\Please contact the SAMSUNG Customer Care Center at 1-800-726-7864 if you have questions or encounter

difficulty when playing Blu-ray Disc, DVD, or CD in this player. Also, refer to rest of this user manual for additional information on playback restrictions.

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

• 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.

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Getting Started

Region Code

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

Disc Type Region Code Area

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

Mexico, South America, Central America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Caribbean

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

Blu-ray Disc

DVD-VIDEO

Logos of Discs the player can play

Blu-ray Disc BD-LIVE

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

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China

Supported Formats

Video File Support

File

Extension

*.avi

*.mkv

*.asf *.wmv *.mp4 *.3gp

*.vro *.mpg

*.mpeg

*.tp

*.trp

`Limitations

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

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

- Files having higher bit or frame rates than standard may stutter when played back.

- The seek (skip) function is not available if the file's index table is damaged.

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

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

Container Video Codec Resolution

MPEG4 SP/ASP

AVI

MKV

ASF

MP4

Media Video v9

3GP VRO VOB

*.ts

PS TS

H.264 BP/

MP/HP

Window

MPEG2

MPEG1 352x288

1920x1080

Frame rate

(fps)

6~30

24/25/30

24/25/3 20

Bitrate (Mbps)

Audio Codec

Dolby Digital

LPCM

AAC

HE-AAC

WMA

MP3 DTS

`Video decoder

- Supports up to H.264 Level 4.1

- Does not support GMC 2 or higher

`Audio decoder

- Supports WMA 7, 8, 9 and STD

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

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

`Comments

- MPEG4 : Supports up to GMC 1-Warping Point.

- H.264 : Supports up to BP/MP/HP Level 4.1.

- WMV : Supports V9, VC1 SP/MP/AP L3.

- MPEG1 : Does not support D-picture.

- MPEG2 : Supports up to Hight Profile High Level.

| NOTE |

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

Music File Support

File Extension Container Audio Codec Support Range

*.mp3

*.wma

MP3

WMA

MP3 -

WMA

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

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Getting Started

Notes on the USB connection

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

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

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

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

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

• The player does not support the PTP protocol.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• You must remove USB Storage devices using the "Safely Remove USB" function to prevent possible damage to the USB memory. Press the HOME button to move to the home screen, press the YELLOW (C) button, and then press the v button.

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

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

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

AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

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

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

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

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

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

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

and Sony Corporation.

| NOTE |

\Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending on the recording conditions.

AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

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

Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size)

(BN43-00004A)

User Manual

(AK68-02229C)

Quick Guide

(AK68-02232L)

HDMI cable (BD-EM57C only)

(GL39-00121A)

SOURCE

VOL VOL

– +

VOL

–

SAMSUNG TV

DISC MENU

TITLE MENU

POPUP

HOME SMART

HOME

HUB

INFOTOOLS

RETURN

EXIT

A B C D

AUDIO SUBTITLE FULL

PANDORA

SCREEN

PANDORA

DIGITAL

SUBTITLE

INPUT

Remote Control

(AK59-0145A)

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Front Panel

DISC TRAY

OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON

DISPLAY USB HOST

REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Rear Panel

02 Getting Started

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON

POWER BUTTON

| NOTE |

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

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

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

LAN

HDMI OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

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Getting Started

Remote Control

Tour of the Remote Control

After setup, allows you to select the input

(This button only works with Samsung TVs.)

Press to open and close the disc tray.

Press numeric buttons to operate options.

Press to skip backwards or forwards.

Press to move to the home menu.

These buttons are used both for menus

on the player and also several Blu-ray Disc

Use to access various audio functions on a

source on your TV.

Turn the player on and off.

Use to enter the disc menu.

Press to stop a disc.

Press to use Netflix.

Press to use the Tools menu.

Return to the previous menu.

functions.

disc.

Press to use Pandora.

SOURCE

VOL VOL

– +

VOL

SAMSUNG TV

PANDORA

DIGITAL

TITLE MENU

POPUP

HUB

INFOTOOLS

EXIT

SCREEN

SUBTITLE

INPUT

DISC MENU

HOME SMART

HOME

RETURN

A B C D

AUDIO SUBTITLE FULL

PANDORA

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

TV volume adjustment.

–

(This button only works with Samsung TVs.)

Use to enter the popup menu/title menu.

Press to search backwards or forwards.

Press to pause a disc.

Press to play a disc.

Press to use Smart Hub.

Use to display the playback information.

Use to select menu items and change menu values.

Press to exit the menu.

Press to use the full screen function.

Press to switch the Blu-ray Disc/DVD’s subtitle language.

Installing batteries

| NOTE |

\If the remote does not operate properly:

Check the polarity +/– of the batteries.

Check if the batteries are drained.

Check if the remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

| CAUTION |

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

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Connections

Connecting to a TV

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

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

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

Audio Video

| 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 player to an audio system to hear audio.

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

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

TV.

\When you connect the player to your TV using the HDMI cable or to a new TV, and then turn it on for the first

time, the player automatically sets the HDMI output resolution to the highest supported by the TV.

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

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

Connecting to an Audio System

You can connect the Blu-ray player to an audio system using one of the methods illustrated below.

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

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

Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI supported AV receiver

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

• Best quality (Recommended)

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

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

• Good quality

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

Method 2Method 1

AudioAudio

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