Samsung DVD-839 User Manual

Safety Information

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.

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

CAUTION: DVD PLAYERS USE AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE

HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE PLAYER CORRECTLYAS INSTRUCTED.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

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

Note:

• This unit can be used only where the power supply is AC 120V, 60Hz. It cannot be used elsewhere.

• This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information. If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, this DVD player cannot play the disc.

• This device is protected by U.S. patent numbers 4,631,603 and 4,577,216 and 4,819,098 and other intellectual property rights. The use of Macrovision’s copy protection technology in the device must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited pay-per-view uses only, unless other wise authorized in writing by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

CAUTIONS

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduíre la lame la plus large de la fiche

dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond. This product satisfies FCC 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.

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 apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference -Causing Equipment Regulations.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock haz ard, do not expose this DVD player to rain or moisture.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

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Care & Maintenance

For trouble free operation, follow the instructions shown below.

Handling Cautions

Formation of Condensation

Due to sharp changes in temperature and humidity, condensation may form if warm air comes in contact with any cold parts inside the player

• When condensation forms inside the player, the player may not operate correctly. If this occurs, leave the player at room temperature until t inside of the player becomes dry and operational.

• If condensation forms on a disc, wipe the disc with a soft and dry cloth by moving the cloth from the center hole toward the outer edge.

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

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

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

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

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

• Exterior interference such as lightning and static electricity can affect 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.

• 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.

• Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc.

Disc Storage

Be careful not to harm 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.

Maintenance of Cabinet

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

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

• Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.

Accessories

Remote Control

Batteries for Remote Control (AA Size)

Video/Audio Connection Cable

S-Video Cable

User’s Manual

Registration Card

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Disc Features

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Disc Type and Characteristics

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Description

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• Front Panel (DVD-839)

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• Front Panel (DVD-739)

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• Rear Panel (DVD-839)

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• Rear Panel (DVD-739)

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A Tour of the Remote Control

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• DVD Function Buttons

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• TV Function Buttons

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Choosing a Connection (DVD-839)

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• Connecting to a TV

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• Connecting to an Audio System

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Choosing a Connection (DVD-739)

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• Connecting to a TV

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• Connecting to an Audio System

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Playing a Disc

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Searching & Skipping through a Chapter or Track

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Using the Display Function

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Repeat Play

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Using the A-B Repeat Function

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Program Playback in a Specific Order

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Using the Disc View Function

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Selecting Audio

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Selecting the Subtitle Language

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Selecting the Desired Screen Angle

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Using the Bookmark Function

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Using the Zoom and 3D Sound Functions

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Using the Setup Menu

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Setting Up the Language Features

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Setting Up the Parental Level

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Setting Up Audio Options

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Setting Up Display Options

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Controlling a TV with the Remote

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Troubleshooting Guide

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Specifications (DVD-839)

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Specifications (DVD-739)

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Warranty

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D isc Features

Excellent Sound

The Dolby Digital system developed by Dolby Labs provides crystal clear sound reproduction.

Screen

Video with MPEG2 compression technology. Both regular and widescreen(16:9) pictures can be viewed.

Slow Motion

An important scene can be viewed in slow motion.

Programmed Play

You can program tracks to play in desired order.

Parental Level Control

The parental level control allows users to set the level necessary to prohibit children from viewing harmful movies such as those with violence, adult subject matter, etc.

Various On-Screen Menu Functions

You can select various languages(Audio/Subtitle) and screen angles while enjoying movies.

Repeat

You can repeat a song or movie simply by pressin the REPEAT button.

DIGITAL VIDEO

SPATIALIZER

N-2-2

PHONE

LEVEL

MIN MAX

OPEN/CLOSE

STANDBY/ON

SKIP

DVD-83

OPEN/ CLOSE

STANDBY/ON

OPEN/ CLOSE

24bit 96kHz AUDIO D/A CONVERTER

DIGITAL VIDEO

SPATIALIZER

N-2-2

DVD/VIDEO-CD/CD PLAYER DVD-739

SKIP

DVD-739

COPY PROTECTION

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

• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized b Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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D isc Type and Characteristics

This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos:

Disc Markings

DIGITAL

SOUND

STEREO

• Playback Region Number • NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada, Korea, Japan, etc.

• Dolby Digital disc

• Digital Audio disc

• Stereo disc • DTS disc

*DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I, CD-R and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.)

Playback Region Number

Both the DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play.

The Region Number for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.

5 inches

1/2 inches

Single-sided

240 min.

Double-sided

480 min.

Single-sided

80 min.

Double-sided

160 min.

Audio

Video

Audio

Video

Audio

• An LP is recorded as an analog sig nal with more distortion. CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio qua ity over time.

• Video with CD sound, VHS quality & MPEG1 compression technology

• DVD contains excellent sound and video due to Dolby Digital and MPEG2 system.

• Various screen and audio function can be easily selected through the on-screen menu.

DVD

VIDEO-CD

AUDIO-CD

5 inches

1/2 inches

74 min.

20 min.

5 inches

1/2 inches

74 min.

20 min.

Logos

Disc Types

Recording

Types

Disc Size

Max.

Playing

Time

Characteristics

NTSC

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D escription-Front Panel

Front Panel Controls

DVD-839

Front Display

STANDBY LAMP

• When the unit is first plugged in, the indi cator lights. When power is pressed on, the lamp goes out.

POWER ON/OFF

• Use to turn your player on and off (standby).

HEADPHONES JACK

• You can attach headphones here for private listening.

HEADPHONES VOLUME

• Use to adjust headphones volume level.

DISPLAY (See below)

• Operation indicators are displayed here.

DISC TRAY

• Press OPEN/CLOSE to open and close the disc tray.

GREEN LAMP OPEN/CLOSE

• Press to open and close the disc tray.

SKIP/SEARCH

• Use to skip or search a scene or music.

PLAY/PAUSE

• Begin or pause disc play.

STOP

• Stops disc play.

SHUTTLE DIAL

• Performs fast or slow motion playback.

JOG DIAL

• Operates frame by frame playback. In C mode, performs track search.

DISC OPERATION ROTARY INDICATO OPERATION INDICATOR DISC TYPE INDICATOR TRACK INDICATOR 3D SOUND INDICATOR ANGLE INDICATOR CHAPTER INDICATOR REPEAT INDICATOR CHAPTER, TITLE, TRACK & MESSAG INDICATOR ALL REPEAT INDICATOR A-B REPEAT INDICATOR PROGRAM PLAY INDICATOR MPEG INDICATOR DOLBY DIGITAL INDICATOR LINEAR PCM INDICATOR DTS INDICATOR

To Connect Headphones (not included) (DVD-839 only)

Connect headphones with a standard stereo plug to the headphone jack (M6).

• Before connecting, set headphone volume at minimum. Then adjust to a suitable volume.

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STANDBY/ON

PHONE

LEVEL

MIN MAX

OPEN/CLOSE

SKIP

SPATIALIZER

N-2-2

DIGITAL VIDEO

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Front Panel Controls

Front Display

STANDBY LAMP

• When the unit is first plugged in, the indi cator lights. When power is pressed on, the lamp goes out.

POWER ON/OFF

• Use to turn your player on and off (standby).

DISPLAY (See below)

• Operation indicators are displayed here.

DISC TRAY

• Press OPEN/CLOSE to open and close the disc tray.

GREEN LAMP

SKIP/SEARCH

• Use to skip or search a scene or music.

OPEN/CLOSE

• Press to open and close the disc tray.

PLAY/PAUSE

• Begin or pause disc play.

STOP

• Stops disc play.

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STANDBY/ON

24bit 96kHz AUDIO D/A CONVERTER

DVD/VIDEO-CD/CD PLAYER DVD-739

OPEN/

SPATIALIZER

SKIP

N-2-2

DIGITAL VIDEO

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Rear Panel

DIGITALAUDIO OUT JACK

• Use either an optical or coaxial digital cable to connect to an A/V Amplifier that contains a Dolby Digital decoder or DTS

decoder.

ANALOG AUDIO OUT JACKS

• Connect to the Audio input jacks of your television, audio/video

receiver, or VCR.

VIDEO OUT JACKS

• Use a video cable to connect one of these jacks to the Video

input on your television.

S-VIDEO OUT JACK

• Use the S-Video cable to connect this jack to the S-Video jack on your television for a higher quality picture.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT JACKS

• Use these jacks if you have a TV with Component Video in jacks. These jacks provide Pr, Pb and Y video. Along with SVideo, Component Video provides the best picture quality.

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OPTICAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ANALOG AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

YPr

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DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

YPr

DIGITALAUDIO OUT JACK

• Use a coaxial digital cable to connect to an A/V Amplifier that contains a Dolby Digital decoder or DTS decoder.

ANALOG AUDIO OUT JACKS

• Connect to the Audio input jacks of your television, audio/video receiver, or VCR.

VIDEO OUT JACK

• Use a video cable to connect this jack to the Video input on your television.

S-VIDEO OUT JACK

• Use the S-Video cable to connect this jack to the S-Video jack on your television for a higher quality picture.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT JACKS

• Use these jacks if you have a TV with Component Video in jacks. These jacks provide Pr, Pb and Y video. Along with SVideo, Component Video provides the best picture quality.

Rear Panel

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A Tour of the Remote Control

DVD Function Buttons

DVD POWER Button NUMBER Buttons OPEN/CLOSE Button SETUP Button

• Brings up the DVD player’s Setup menu

ZOOM Button SEARCH Buttons

• Allows you to search forward/backward through a disc.

STOP Button STEP Button

• Advances playback one frame at a time.

RETURN Button

• Returns to a previous menu.

TOP MENU Button

• Accesses a music or video display direct

AUDIO Button

• Use this button to access various audio

functions on a disc.

REPEAT Button

• Allows you to repeat play a title, chapter,

track, or disc.

TV POWER Button

• Use to set the remote to control a compa

ble TV.

VOLUME CON. Button

• To control the master volume of the play

3D SOUND Button BOOKMARK Button PLAY/PAUSE Button

• Begin/Pause disc play.

SKIP Buttons

• Use to skip the title, chapter, or track.

CLEAR Button

• Use to remove menus or status displays

from the screen.

MODE Button

• Allows you to program a specific order.

DISPLAY Button

• Displays the current disc mode.

MENU Button

• Brings up the Disc menu.

ENTER/DIRECTION Button (UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Button)

• This button functions as a toggle switch.

ANGLE Button

• Use to access various camera angles on

DVD.

SUBTITLE Button A-B REPEAT Button

• Use to mark a segment to repeat betwee

A and B.

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A Tour of the Remote Control (Cont d)

TV Function Buttons

TV POWER Button TV/VIDEO Selection Button CHANNEL UP/DOWN Buttons VOLUME UP/DOWN Buttons

NOTE

This icon indicates an invalid button press.

If remote doesn’t operate

properly:

Open the battery cover on the back of the remote.

Insert two AAbatteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

Replace the battery cover.

• Check the polarity + - of the batteries (Dry-Cell)

• Check if the batteries are drained.

• Check if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

• Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

Install Batteries in the Remote

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Choosing a Connection

The following show examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD player with a TV and othe components.

DVD-839

Before Connecting the DVD Player Connecting to a TV (For Video)

ANALOG AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

DVD

PLAYER

Connecting to a TV

• Method 1

DVD Player + TV with Video Input Jack

• Method 2

DVD Player + TV with S-Video Input Jack

• Method 3

DVD Player + TV with Component Video Jacks

• Always turn off the DVD player, TV, and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.

• Refer to owner’s manual of the components you are connecting for more information on those particular components.

AV Cable

(included)

S-Video Cable

(included)

Good

pictureBasic Audio

Better

picture

Video Input JackAudio Input Jacks

S-Video Jack

Method 1 Method 2

TV (Normal, Widescreen, Projection, etc..)

Video Cables

(not included)

Best picture

Component Video Jacks

Method 3

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