Samsung DVD-HD941 User Manual
US
DVD Player
DVD-HD941
AK68-00342Q
HEADQUARTERS
105 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511
TEL: 1-800-SAMSUNG
SERVICE DIVISION
400 Valley Road, Suite 201
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
www.samsungusa.com
ENG-3
Important Safety Instructions Precautions
ENG-2
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 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, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) 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 they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
13) Unplug this apparatus.When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service 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.
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.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the
product.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION :DVD PLAYERS USE AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN
CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.
BE SURE TO OPERATE PLAYER CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
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.
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 corre-
spondante 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.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT
LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO LÁSER CLASE 1
ENG-5
Before you start
Install Batteries in the Remote
1. Open the batter y cover on the back of the
remote.
2. Insert two AAA batteries.Make sure that the
polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.
3. Replace the batter y cover.
If remote doesn’t operate properly
• 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.
Remote Control
(AK59-00025D)
Batteries for
Remote Control
(AAA Size)
(AC43-12002H)
User’s Manual
(AK68-00342P)
Video/Audio Cable
(AC39-42001R)
Table of Contents
Accessories
Setup
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Disc Type and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Description-Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Display Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Description-Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Tour of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connections
Choosing a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Basic Functions
Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Using the Search & Skip Functions . . . . . . . .18
Using the Display Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Using the Disc and Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Using the Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Slow Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Program Play & Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Advanced Functions
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) . . . . . . .22
Selecting the Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Selecting the Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . .23
Changing the Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Using the Instant Replay/Skip Function . . . . .24
Using the Bookmark Function . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Using the Zoom Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Super Audio CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
DVD AUDIO Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG . . . . . . . . . .29
Folder Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
MP3/WMA Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Picture CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Changing Setup menu
Using the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Setting Up the Language Features . . . . . . . . .33
Setting Up the Audio Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Surround Sound Speaker Setup . . . . . . . . . . .36
Setting Up the Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Setting Up the Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . .38
Reference
Controlling a TV with the Remote . . . . . . . . . .40
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
ENG-4
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,
the DVD player cannot play the disc.
• The product unit accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights
of certain third parties. In par ticular, this product is licensed under the following US patents:
5,991,715, 5,740,317, 4,972,484, 5,214,678, 5,323,396, 5,539,829, 5,606,618, 5,530,655, 5,777,992,
6,289,308, 5,610,985, 5,481,643, 5,544,247, 5,960,037, 6,023,490, 5,878,080, and under US
Published Patent Application No. 2001-44713-A1.
This license is limited to private non-commercial use by end-user consumers for licensed contents.
No rights are granted for commercial use.The license does not cover any product unit other than this
product unit and the license does not extend to any unlicensed product unit or process conforming to
ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3 used or sold in combination with this product unit.
The license only covers the use of this product unit to encode and/or decode audio files conforming to
the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3. No r ights are granted under this license for product features
or functions that do not conform to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3.
Handling Cautions
• 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.
Precautions
HDMI - DVI Cable
(AK39-00061A)
Anynet Cable
(AK97-00879A)
HDMI Cable
(MF39-00299A)
ENG-7ENG-6
Disc Type and Characteristics
Disc Markings
Play Region Number
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DIGITAL
SOUND
STEREO
NTSC
Play Region Number
NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A, Canada,
Korea, Japan, etc.
Dolby Digital disc
Stereo disc
Digital Audio disc
DTS disc
MP3 disc
Super Audio CD disc
DVD AUDIO disc
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.
This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos:Excellent Sound
Dolby Digital, a technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories, provides crystal clear sound
reproduction.
Screen
Both regular and widescreen(16:9) pictures can be
viewed.
Slow Motion
An important scene can be viewed in slow motion.
Programmed Play (CD)
You can program tracks to play in desired order.
Parental Control (DVD)
The parental 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.
EZ VIEW (D VD)
Easy View can convert Letter Box images to full
screen viewing on your conventional TV.
Digital Photo Viewer (JPEG)
You can view Digital Photos on your TV.
Repeat
You can repeat a song or movie simply by pressing
the REPEAT button.
MP3/WMA
This unit can play discs created from MP3/WMA
files.
Instant Replay (DVD)
This function is used to replay the previous
10 seconds of a movie from the current position.
Instant Skip (DVD)
This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.
Super Audio CD
Super Audio CD is a high quality audio format with
higher sampling rates and fuller, richer sound as
compared to regular CD.
DVD AUDIO
DVD AUDIO is a format specifically designed to
provide the highest possible audio fidelity capable
on DVD.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI reduces picture noise by allowing a pure
digital video/audio signal path from the player to
your TV.
ANYNET
Using Anynet, you can conveniently operate your
Samsung DVD and AV devices with your Samsung
TV remote control.
Note
* Discs which cannot be played with this player.
• DVD-ROM • DVD-RAM
• CD-ROM • CDV
• CDI
• CDGs play audio only, not graphics.
* Ability to play back may depend on recording
conditions.
• DVD-R, +R • CD-RW
• DVD+RW, -RW
* The unit may not play certain CD-R, CD-RW and
DVD-R due to the disc type or recording
conditions.
* When connecting your DVD player to your TV via
the Component jacks, the Video Output in the
Setup Menu must be set to Component
(I-SCAN).The screen will be red if Video Out is
set incorrectly to S-Video.
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 proper ty
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by 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.
General Features
5"
3
1/2
"
Single-sided 240 min.
Double-sided 480 min.
Single-sided 80 min.
Double-sided 160 min.
Audio
+
Video
• DVD contains excellent sound and
video due to Dolby Digital and
MPEG-2 system.
• Var ious screen and audio functions
can be easily selected through the
on-screen menu.
Disc Types (Logos)
Recording Types Disc Size Max. Playing Time Characteristics
DVD-VIDEO
5"
3
1/2
"
74 min.
20 min.
Audio
+
Video
Audio
+
Video
• Video with CD sound, VHS
quality & MPEG-1 compression
technology.
VIDEO-CD
5"
3
1/2
"
5"
5"
74 min.
20 min.
400 min.
74 min.
Audio
Audio
• CD is recorded as a Digital Signal
with better audio quality, less
distortion and less deterioration of
audio quality over time.
• DVD AUDIO is a format specifically
designed to provide the highest
possible audio fidelity capable on
DVD.
• Super Audio CD is a high quality
audio format with higher sampling
rates and fuller, richer sound as
compared to regular CD.
AUDIO-CD
DVD AUDIO
Super Audio CD
ENG-9ENG-8
Description-Front Panel
STANDBY
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Front Panel Controls
1. STANDBY/ON ( )
• When the unit is first plugged in, the red indicator lights.
When STANDBY/ON button is pressed on, the blue light appears and the player is turned on.
2. DISC TRA Y
• Place the disc here.
3. OPEN/CLOSE ( )
• Press to open and close the disc tray.
4. DISPLAY
• Operation indicators are displayed here.
5. STOP ( )
• Stops disc play.
6. SKIP ( ) / SEARCH
• Use to reverse skip a scene or music.
7. PLAY/PAUSE ( )
• Begin or pause disc play.
8. REMOCON RECEIVER
9. SKIP ( ) / SEARCH
• Use to forward skip a scene or music.
Display Indicators
Front Panel Display
1. DVD : DVD is loaded
Audio : DVD-Audio disc is playing
2. Super Audio CD is loaded
3. DTS (Digital Theater System) output
4. Dolby-Digital Disc
5. Progressive Scan Video output
6. DVD-Audio : Group number
7. DVD-Video : Title number
8. DVD-Audio, CD,Video CD, Super Audio CD :Track number
9. DVD-Video : Chapter number
10. DVD-Audio : Index number
11. Disc type indicators : SVCD(Super VCD),VCD, CD
12. MPEG Audio output
13. CVD (Chinese VCD) Disc indicator
14. MP3 Audio output
15. Linear PCM audio output
16. Lights when the device connected to the HDMI Jack is a DVI device
17. Lights when the device connected to the HDMI Jack is a HDMI device
18. Displays various messages concerning operations such as PLAY, STOP, LOAD ...
no DISC : No disc loaded.
OPEN : The disc tray is open.
LOAD : Player is loading disc information.
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This remote control can also control most TVs.See page 40.
8. SEARCH Buttons ( / )
• Allow you to search forward/backward through a disc.
9. STOP Button ( )
10. MENU Button
• Brings up the DVD player’s menu.
11. RETURN Button
• Returns to a previous menu.
12. ZOOM Button
• Enlarges DVD picture.
13. AUDIO Button
•
Use this button to access various audio functions on a disc.
14. SUBTITLE Button
15. INDEX Buttons
• Use to skip the INDEX.
16. SACD/CD Button
• Selects Super Audio CD or CD playback mode.
17. SHUTTLE DIAL (Search mode)
• Performs fast motion play.
18.TV POWER button
• Turns the TV’s power on or off.
19. CLEAR Button
•
Use to remove menus or status displays from the screen.
20. INSTANT SKIP Button
• This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.
21. INSTANT REPLAY Button
• This function is used to replay the previous 10
seconds of a movie from the current position.
22. CH / buttons
• Channel selection.
23. OPEN/CLOSE ( ) Button
• To open and close the disc tray.
24. HDMI SEL. Button
• HDMI or DVI Output resolution setup.
25. SKIP Buttons ( / )
• Use to skip the title, chapter, or track.
26. PLAY/PAUSE Button ( )
• Begin/Pause disc play.
27. INFO Button
• Displays the current disc mode.
28. DISC MENU Button
• Brings up the Disc menu.
29. ENTER/DIRECTION Button
(UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons)
• This button functions as a toggle switch.
30. EZ VIEW Button
• Easy View can convert Letter Box images to full
screen viewing on your conventional TV.
31. ANGLE Button
• Use to access various camera angles on a DVD.
32. REPEAT Button
• Allows you to repeat play a title, chapter, track, or disc.
33. PAGE Buttons
• Use to skip the PAGE.
34. BOOKMARK Button
35. JOG DIAL (Step mode)
• Operates frame by frame play. In CD mode, performs
track search.
D
VD Function Buttons
1. DVD POWER Button
• Turns the power on or off.
2. NUMBER Buttons
3. PROG Button
• Allows you to program a specific order.
4. STEP Button
• Advances play one frame at a time.
5.VOL +/- Buttons
• Control volumes.
6.TV/VIDEO Button
• Press to display all of the available video sources
( i.e., TV, Cable, Video)
7.VIDEO SEL. Button
• Selects Video output format.
Tour of the Remote Control
HDMI SEL.
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Description-Rear Panel
Rear Panel
1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT JACKS
• Use an optical or coaxial digital cable to connect
to a compatible Dolby Digital receiver.
Use to connect to an A/V Amplifier that contains
a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder.
2. 5.1CH ANALOG AUDIO OUT JACKS
• Connect to an amplifier with 5.1ch analog input
jacks.
3. AUDIO OUT JACKS
• Connect to the Audio input jacks of your
television, audio/video receiver.
4.VIDEO OUT JACK
• Use a video cable to connect to the Video input
jack on your television.
5. 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.
• The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to
S-Video, P-SCAN, or HDMI-DVI.
6. HDMI OUT JACK
• Use the HDMI or HDMI-DVI cable to connect
this jack to the HDMI or DVI jack on your
television for the best quality picture.
• If HDMI cable is connected with TV available for
HDMI output, HDMI mode will work
automatically.
7. COMPONENT OUT JACKS
• Use these jacks if you have a TV with
Component Video in jacks.These jacks provide
Pr, Pb and Y video.
• If Component (P-SCAN) is selected in Setup
Menu, P-SCAN mode will work.
• If Component (I-SCAN) is selected in Setup
Menu, I-SCAN mode will work.
8. ANYNET JACK
• Use these jacks if you have a TV with ANYNET
jack.These jacks provide you with a control this
unit with a TV remote.
Important Note
• Consult your TV User’s Manual to find out if your
TV supports Progressive Scan. If Progressive
Scan is supported, follow the TV User’s Manual’s
instructions regarding Progressive Scan settings in
the TV’s menu system.
• The HDMI output of this unit can be connected to
a DVI jack on a TV or other device using a conversion adapter.In this case, it is necessary to use a
TV or display with an HDCP-compatible DVI input.
• There may be no image output if connected to a
TV or display that is not compatible with the above
format (See page 16).
• HDCP(High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
is a system for protecting DVD content outputted
via DVI from being copied.It provides a secure
digital link between a video source(PC, DVD.etc)
and a display device(TV, projector.etc).
Content is encrypted at the source device to
prevent unauthorized copies from being made.
• Refer to the instruction manual of the TV or display
to be connected to this unit for detailed information
regarding the HDMI terminal.
• See page 38 to get more information on how to
use the setup menu.
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Choosing a Connection
Connection to a TV (For Video)
TV (Normal, Widescreen, Projection, etc..)
1. Connect a cable with the desired method.
2.Turn on your TV and DVD Player.
3. Set your TV the correct video input by pressing TV/VIDEO button on.(See page 40)
4. Select the video output according to the cable connection.
If you use the VIDEO SEL.button, you can change easily video output in no disc mode.
Method 1
DVD Player + TV with Video Input Jack
Method 2
DVD Player + TV with S-Video Input Jack
(The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to S-Video, P-SCAN or HDMI-DVI.)
S-Video output does not work when the Video Out in Setup Menu is set to Component (I-SCAN).
Method 3
DVD Player + TV with Component Video Jacks
(The Video Output in Setup Menu must be set to Component (I-SCAN).)
The screen will be red if Video Out is set incorrectly to S-Video.
Note
• If you press the VIDEO SEL.button with no disc in the unit, the Video output mode changes in the following
sequence:
(S-Video ➝ I-SCAN ➝ P-SCAN)
TV
DVD
Player
Method 1 Method 2 Method 3
Basic Audio Video S-Video Interlace scan
Audio Output Jacks
OR OR
AV
Cable
S-Video
Cable
Component
Video
Cables
Video Output Jack
S-Video Jack
Component Video Jacks
Choosing a Connection
The following shows examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD player with a TV
and other components.
Bef
ore Connecting the DVD Player
• Always turn off the DVD player, TV, and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• If you connected an external Audio System, turn on your Audio System and set it to the correct Audio Input.
• Refer to the owner’s manual of the additional components you are connecting for more information on those
particular components.
Connection to an Audio System
Note
• DVD-AUDIO only plays back two channel audio through the Digital Audio out. Multi-channel DVD-Audio discs
are output through the Analog outputs.
• Super Audio CD plays back only through the Analog outputs. (See page 35)
Method 1 Method 2
Mixed Audio Output Jaks
(2 Channel)
Analog Audio Output Jacks
(Multi Channel)
Digital Audio Output Jack
2ch Amplifier
Audio Input Jacks
5.1ch Analog Amplifier
Audio Input Jacks
AUDIO
SYSTEM
DVD
Player
Method 3
Dolby Digital Decoder
Digital Audio Input Jack
OR
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