Samsung DVD-P731M User Manual

DVD Player

DVD-P731M

AK68-00153H

HEADQUARTERS 105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, N.J.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

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Precautions

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

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.

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

Important Safety Instructions

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.

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Precautions

Handling Cautions

Disc Storage

Maintenance of Cabinet

• 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.

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.

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.

Before You Start

If remote doesn’t operate

properly:

Remote Control

(AK59-00012E)

Batteries for

Remote Control (AAA Size)

(AC43-12002H)

User’s Manual

(AK68-00153H)

Video/Audio Cable

(AC39-42001R)

Open the battery cover on the back of the remote.

Insert two AAA batteries. 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.

Accessories

Install Batteries in the

Remote

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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.

• This device is protected by U.S. patent numbers 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 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 otherwise authorized in writing by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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SETUP

CONNECTIONS

BASIC

FUNCTIONS

ADVANCED

FUNCTIONS

CHANGING

SETUP MENU

REFERENCE

Setup

Important Safety Instructions

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Precautions ..................................................................................................................3

Before you start ..........................................................................................................5

General Features ........................................................................................................7

Disc Type and Characteristics

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8 Description-Front Panel

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Display Indicators ....................................................................................................10

Description-Rear Panel

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Tour of the Remote Control

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Connections

Choosing a Connection

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Basic Functions

Playing a Disc

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Using the Search & Skip Functions

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Using the Display Function

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Using the Disc and Title Menu ..................................................................................20

Using the Function Menu ..........................................................................................21

Repeat Play

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Advanced Functions

Slow Repeat play

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23 Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View)

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24 Selecting the Audio Language

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26 Selecting the Subtitle Language

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27 Changing the Camera Angle

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28 Using the Instant Replay/Skip Function

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29 Using the Bookmark Function

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30 Using the Zoom & 3D Sound Functions

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31 How to insert a MemoryCard

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32 MP3/WMA Play

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33 Program Play & Random Play

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35 JPEG Playback

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Changing Setup menu

Using the Setup Menu

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38 Setting Up the Language Features

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39 Setting Up the Audio Options

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41 Setting Up the Display Options

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42 Setting Up the Parental Control

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43 Controlling a TV with the Remote

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Reference

Troubleshooting

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45 Specifications

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46 Warranty

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Table of contents

General Features

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

You can program tracks to play in desired order. (CD/MP3/WMA)

Parental Control

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.

Progressive Scan

Progressive scanning creates an improved picture with double the scan lines of a conventional interlaced picture.

Memory Card

“Memory Card” is a new compact, portable and versatile IC (Integrated Circuit) recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk.

EZ VIEW

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

This function is used to replay the previous 10 seconds of the movie from the current position.

Instant Skip

This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.

• 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 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.

* Discs which cannot be played with this player.

• DVD-ROM • DVD-RAM

• CD-ROM • CDV

• CDI

• HD layer of super Audio CD

• CDGs play audio only, not graphics.

* Ability to play back may depend on recording

conditions.

• DVD-R, +R • CD-RW

• DVD+RW, -RW

* It may not be to play CD-R, CD-RW and DVD-R

in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.

NOTE

COPY PROTECTION

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1. STANDBY / ON

• When the unit is first plugged in, the indicator lights. When STANDBY/ON is pressed on again, the light goes out and the player is turned on.

2. HEADPHONES JACK

•

You can attach headphones here for private listening.

3. HEADPHONES VOLUME

•

Use to adjust headphones volume level.

4. DISC TRAY

• Load the disc here.

5. DISPLAY

• Operation indicators are displayed here.

6. MULTI MEMORY CARD SLOT

7. OPEN/CLOSE

• Press to open and close the disc tray.

8. PLAY/PAUSE ( )

• Begin or pause disc play.

9. STOP ( )

• Stops disc play.

10. SKIP ( / )

• Use to skip a scene or music.

11. EZ VIEW

• Easy View can convert Letter Box images to full screen viewing on your conventional TV.

12. SHUTTLE

• Use during DVD and CD play to fast forward or reverse.

SETUP

Disc Type and Characteristics

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

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.

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Play Region Number

Description-Front Panel

5376891011

Front Panel Controls

31/2"

Single-sided

240 min.

Double-sided

480 min.

Single-sided

80 min.

Double-sided

160 min.

Audio

Video

Audio

• CD is recorded as a Digital Signal with better audio quality, less distortion and less deterioration of audio quality over time.

• DVD contains excellent

sound and video due to Dolby Digital and MPEG-2 system.

• Various screen and audio

functions can be easily selected through the onscreen menu.

AUDIO-CD

31/2"

74 min.

20 min.

Disc Types

(Logos)

Recording

Types

Disc Size

Max.

Playing Time

Characteristics

DVD

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

Disc Markings

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SETUP

Display Indicators

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1. Disc type indicators

2. Play / Pause / Forward play

3. 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.

Front Panel Display

Description-Rear Panel

1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT JACKS

• Use either 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. ANALOG AUDIO OUT JACKS

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

3. VIDEO OUT JACK

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

• The VIDEO OUT SELECT switch must be set to the 525i(480i) or S-VIDEO position.

4. 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 OUT SELECT switch must be set to the S-VIDEO position.

5. 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 S-Video, Component Video provides the best picture quality.

• If 525P(480P) VIDEO is selected, progressive scan mode will work.

• If 525i(480i) VIDEO is selected, interlaced scan mode will work.

6. VIDEO OUT SELECT SWITCH

• Use this switch to set video out.

• If 525P(480P) VIDEO is selected, VIDEO and S-VIDEO will not work.

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Rear Panel

• 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.

• If 525P(480P) VIDEO OUT is selected, VIDEO and S-VIDEO will not work.

• Select the VIDEO OUT SELECT switch in the Stop or Power Off mode.

Important Note

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1. DVD POWER Button

• Turns the DVD player’s power on or off.

2. NUMBER Buttons

3. PROG Button

• Allows you to program a specific order.

4. I.REPLAY Button

• This function is used to replay the previous 10 seconds of the movie from the current position.

5. STEP button

• Advances play one frame at a time.

6. VOL +/- buttons

• Control volumes.

7. TV/VIDEO button

• Press to display all of the available video sources

( i.e., TV, Cable, Video)

8. SEARCH/SKIP buttons ( / , / )

• Allows you to search forward/backward through

a disc. Use to skip the title, chapter or track.

9. STOP button ( )

10. MENU button ( )

• Brings up the DVD player’s setup menu.

11. RETURN button ( )

• Returns to a previous menu.

12. BOOKMARK button

• Use this to save a favorite scene within a movie.

13. DVD/M.CARD button

14. SUBTITLE button

• Press this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.

15. AUDIO button

• Use this button to access various audio functions on a disc.

16. TV POWER button

• Turns the TV’s power on or off.

17. CLEAR button

• Use to remove menus or status displays from the screen.

18. I.SKIP button

• This function skips playback ahead 10 seconds.

19. CH / buttons

• Channel selection.

20. OPEN/CLOSE ( ) button

• To open and close the disc tray.

21. PLAY/PAUSE ( ) button

• Begin/Pause disc play.

22. INFO button

• Displays the current disc mode.

23. M.C. MENU/DISC MENU button

• Brings up the Disc menu.

24. ENTER/DIRECTION buttons (UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT buttons)

• This button functions as a toggle switch.

25. ZOOM button

• Enlarges DVD picture.

26. EZ VIEW button

• Easy View can convert Letter Box images to full screen viewing on your conventional TV.

27. REPEAT button

• Allows you to repeat a title, chapter, track or disc.

28. ANGLE button

• Use to access various camera angles on a DVD.

DVD Function Buttons

SETUP

Tour of the Remote Control

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Tour of the Remote Control

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18 19

21 22

25 26 27 28

3 4

5 6

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CONNECTIONS

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Choosing a Connection Choosing a Connection

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

Before Connecting the DVD Player

Connection to an Audio System

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

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

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

Good

picture

Basic Audio

Better

picture

Best

picture

Method 1

Method 2

Method 3

Optimum

picture

Method 4

Audio Output Jacks

AV Cable

S-Video

Cable

Video

Cables

Video Output Jack

S-Video Jack

Component Video Jacks Component Video Jacks

DVD Player + TV with Video Input Jack (The VIDEO OUT SELECT switch must be set to the S-VIDEO position.)

DVD Player + TV with S-Video Input Jack (The VIDEO OUT SELECT switch must be set to the S-VIDEO position.)

DVD Player + TV with Component Video Jacks (The VIDEO OUT SELECT switch must be set to the 525i(480i) position.)

DVD Player + TV with Progressive Scan Jacks. (The VIDEO OUT SELECT switch must be set to the 525P(480P) position).

• If 525P(480P) VIDEO OUT is selected, VIDEO and S-VIDEO will not work.

• Depending on your TV, your hookup for Method 4 may differ from the illustration.

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.

Important Note

Connection to a TV (For Video)

DVD

PLAYER

Method 1

Method 2

Method 3

Method 4

Method 1 Method 2

Analog Audio Out

Digital Audio Out

2ch Amplifier

Audio Input Jacks

Dolby Digital Decoder

Digital Audio Input Jack

AUDIO

SYSTEM

DVD

PLAYER

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