Samsung DVD-R120 Owner’s Manual

Instruction Manual

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electric shock or personal iniur}:

FCC NOTE (for U.S.A): This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with tfie 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 m accordance with the instrt.tctiorls, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur m a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be detennined 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 the 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.

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

WARNING : TO prevent damage x_hicfi may result in fire

or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION : DVD RECORDERS USE AN INVISIBLE

LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED.

BE SURE TO OPERATE RECORDER

CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

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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 shiekled cables and connectors for

connections.

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

be used elsewhere.

This DVD recorder 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 recorder, the DVD recorder cannot play the disc.

This device is protected by U.S. Patent Nos.4,631,603;4,577,216;4,819,098;4,907,

093; and 6,516,132.This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.Use of this copyright protection

technology must be authorized by Macrovision,and is intended for home and

other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.Reverse engineering or

disassembly is prohibited.

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| Important Safety Instructions

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

reference.

electricity can affect normal operation of tl-lisrecorder. If this occurs, turn the recorder off and on again with

tl-_ePOW'ER button, or disconnect and then reconnect d-_eAC power cord to tile AC power oudet.

The recorder will operate normally Be sure to remove the disc and turn off tl-le recorder after use.

Disconnect the AC power cord from tile AC outlet when you dont intend to use tt-_erecorder fur long periods of time.

Clean the disc by wiping m a straight line from tl-ie inside to the outside of the disc.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use tllis apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with tile manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators. heat registers, stoves, 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 tl-ie third prong are provided for your safer> if the provided plug does not fit into your oudet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pind-_ed particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and tl-lepoint where they exit from the apparatus.

1l) Only use attachments/aceessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart. stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. \7v'hen a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid in.jury from tip-over.

13) Wnpl ug 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 m any wa 5 such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fi/llen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to ram or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

I Maintenance of Cabinet

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

• Do not use benzene, thinner, or od-ler solvents for cleaning.

• Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.

I Disc Handling

Use discs with regular shapes. If an irregular disc (a disc with a special shape) is

used, this DVD recorder may

be damaged.

Holding discs

• Avoid touchit_g tile surface of a

disc where recording is performed.

DVD-RAM, DVD-RW and DVD-R

• Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner

(LF-K2OODCAI where

available).Do not use cleaners or cloths for CDs to clean

DVD-tL_M/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs.

DVD-Video, CD

• Wipe off dirt or comamiuatiou on the disc v,ith a soft cloth.

Cautions on handling discs

I Handling Cautions

,, Before connecting other components to this recorder,

be sure to turn them all off-.

,, Do not move the recorder while a disc is being played,

or tl-ie disc may be scratched or broken, and the recor- der's internal parts may be damaged.

,, Do not put a flower vase filled with water or any

small metal objects on the recorder.

,, Be careful not to put your hand into the disc tra): ,, Do not place anyd-_ing other d-ian the disc in the disc

tray

,, Exterior interference such as lightrling and static

• Do not write on the printed side with a ball-point pen or pencil.

• Do not use record cleaning sprays or antistatic. Also, do not use volatile chemicals, such as benzene or d-iinner.

• Do not apply labels or stickers to discs. (Do not use discs fixed with exposed tape adhesive or leftover peeled-off stickers.)

• Do not use scratch-proof protectors or covers.

• Do not use discs printed with label printers available on the market.

• Do not load warped or cracked discs.

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II Disc Storage

Be careful not to harm d-le disc because the data o2-1 these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment.

,, Do not keep under direct sunlight. ,, Keep m a cool ventilated area. ,, Store verticall?: ,, Keep in a clean protection jacket.

,, If you move your DVD recorder suddenly from a cold

place to a warm place, condensation may generate on the operating parts and lens and cause abnormal disc playback. If this occurs, remove the disc and wait for one to two hours with file power on before atttemptmg playback.

II Disc Specifications

DVD-Video

• A digital versatile disc (DVD) can contain up to 135- minutes of images, 8-language audio and 32 subtitle

languages. It is equipped with MPEG-2 picture compression arid Dolby 3D surrounding, allowing you to en.joy vivid and clear theater quality images in the comfort of your own home.

,, Wherl switching from the first layer to the second

layer of a double-layered DVD Video disc. there may be n_otnentary distortion m the image and sound.

This is not a malfunction of the unit.

,, Once a DVD-R/RW recorded m Video Mode is

finalized, it becomes DVD-Video.

Audio CD

• An audio disc on v,,hich 44.1kHz PCM Audio is recorded

,, Plays CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW discs.

The unit may not be able to play some CD-R or CD- RW discs clue to the condition of the recording.

• MOTION JPEG is not supported.

,, Use a 700MB(80 minutes) CD-P./R\V disc.

If possible, do not use a 800MB(90 minutes) or above disc, as the disc may not play back.

,, If the CD-R/RW disc was not recorded as a closed

session, you may experience a delay in the early playback time, and all recorded files may not play

,, Some CD-R/RW discs may not be playable with this

unit, clependmg ou the device which was used to burn them.

For contents recorded on CD-R!RW media from CDs

for your personal use, playability may vary depending on contents and discs.

DVD-R Disc Playback and Recording

• Once a DVD-R recorded m Video Mode is finalized, it becomes DVD-Video.

,, You can record onto the available space on the disc

and perlurm editing functions such as giving titles to discs and programs and erasing programs before finalizing.

,, When programming is erased from a DVD-R, that

space does not become available. Once an area on a DVD-R is recorded on, that area is no longer available for recording, whether the recording is erased or not.

,, It takes about 30 seconds for the unit to complete

recording management reformation after recording finishes.

,, This product optimizes the DVD-R for each recording.

Optimizing is carried out when you start recording alter inserting the disc or turning on the unit. Recording onto the disc may become impossible if optimizing is carried out too mauy times.

,, Playback may be impossible m some cases clue to the

condition of recording.

,, This t.u-litcan play back DVD-R discs recorded and

finalized with a Samsung DVD video recorder. It may not be able to play some DVD-R discs depending on the disc and the condition of the recording.

CD-R/RW

,, Only CD-R discs _,x,itllMP3 files recorded with

ISO9660 or JOLIET furmat can be played back

,, Only MP3 files with the ".rap3". ".MPY' extension

can be used.

,, For MP3 files recorded with a VBR(Mlriable Bit

Rates), from 32 Kbps to 320 Kbps, the sound may cut in out.

,, Playable bitrate range is from 56Kbps to 320Kbps. ,, The unit can handle a nlaximum of 1000 files and

folders.

,, OnlyJPEG files v,,ith the ".jpg", ".JPG" extension can

be used.

,, The unit can handle a tnaximum of 1000 files and

folders.

,, Maximum size of progressiveJPEG is 3M pixels.

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DVD-RW Disc Playback and Recording

• Recording and playback can be performed on DVD- RW discs m both the Video and VR Modes.

• Once a DVD-RW recorded in VR Mode or Video mode is finalized, you catmot perform addtional recording.

,, Once a DVD-RW recorded in Video Mode is finalized.

it becomes DVD-Video.

,, In both modes, playback can be performed before and

after finalization, but additional recording, deleting and editing can not be performed after finalization.

,, If you want to record the disc m VR Mode and d-_en

record m V Mode, be sure to execute Format. Be careful when executing Format because all the

recorded data may be lost.

A DVD-RW" blanl_ disc is initialized to VR Mode v,,hen

first initialized.

DVD-RW (VR mode)

- This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-1LhM or DVD-RW disc. You can record

multiple titles, edit, delete, partial delete, create a playlist, etc.

- A disc that is recorded m this mode may not be played by an existing DVD player.

,, DVD-RW (Video mode)

- This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc. The disc can be played by an existing DVD player once it has been finalized.

- If a disc that has been recorded in Video Mode by a different maker's recorder but has not been

finalized, it cannot be played or additionally be recorded by this recorder.

DVD-RAM Disc Playback and Recording

• DVD-1L_M discs corne with or without a cartridge. For this product, we recommend DVD-RAM discs tl-mt

come without cartridges.

• Ensure that the recording mode is set to VR mode. Otherwise, this product will not be able to play the

recording.

• You cannot play a DVD-1L%Mm most DVD players due to compatibility issues.

• Ordy DVD-1L_M standard Vc:rsion 2.0. discs can be played in this unit.

• DVD-1L_M recorded on this unit may not work with other DVD players. To determine compatibility with these DVD-1L_M discs, reh'r to the user's manual for

the player.

• For cartridge type DVD-tL%M discs, remove the cartridge and use the disc onl}:

Protection

Do not use the following discs!

• LD, CD-G, CD-1, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD+R and

DVD+RW discs should not be used in this product.

[Note]

Disc types that can be played : CD/CD-WCD-

RW£VIP3/JPEG/DVD-Video/DVD-IL_M/DVD-RW7 DVD-R. For a DVD-R/DVD-RW disc, wlJch has been

recorded in Video Mode on another component, it can play only when finalized.

• Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased

outside your region may not be playable with this product. When these discs are played, either "No disc." or "Please check the regional code." v,'ill be displayed.

• If your DVD-RW disc is an illegal copy or is not m DVD video format, it may also not be playable.

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";r W'c recommend using one of the discs in the table as

they l-rovebeen confirmed to be compatible with this

unit. Other discs may not perform correctl}<

Media Brand Speed

DVD-R That's 4x

DVD-RW JVC 2x

DVD-IL_M Panasonic 2x

TDK 4x Beall 4x

Sony 4x

Mitsubishi 4x Maxell 4x Panasonic 4x

TDK 2x Maxell 2x

Optodisc 2x

Mitsubishi 2x Radius 2x

Verbatim 2x Maxell 3x Maxell 2x

Fu]ifilm 3x

TDK 2x PanasonicGold 3x

Panasonic 3x

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:}-"DVD-RAM/DVD-RW7DVD-R discs It-mrare

incompatible with the DVD-VIDEO format cannot be played with this product.

:}-"For more reformation on DVD recording

compatibility, consuh your DVD-tL%M/DVD- RW/DVD-R manufacturer.

:}-"If poor quality DVD-P_M/DVD-RW7DVD-R discs are

used, your recordings may faih

Disc Maximum no. of recordings by disc type DVD-tL4M 100,000

DVD-RW_ ],000 DVD-R ]

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Contents

Step 4 : Connecting the Audio cable ................... 18

Method I : Cotmecting to your TV........................... 18

Method 2 : Cotmectmg to a stereo amplifier with

analog input .jacks...................................................... 18

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Warning ....................................................................... 2

Precaution .................................................................... 3

hnportant Safety Instructions ...................................... 3

Handling Cautions ....................................................... 3

Maintenance of Cabinet ............................................... 3

Disc Handling .............................................................. 3

Disc Storage ................................................................. 4

Disc Specifications ....................................................... 4

General Features ......................................................... 8

Before reading the userg manual .............................. O

How to use the DVD recorder ................................... O

Description ................................................................ 11

Front panel ................................................................ 11

Front Panel Display ................................................... 11

Rear Pan el .................................................................. 12

Tour of the Remote Control ...................................... 13

Method 3: Cormectmg to an AV amplifier with a

digital input jack ...................................................... 19

Step 5 : Connecting external devices ...................... 19

Method 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB)

or DVD player to the LINE 1 IN jacks ...................... 19

Method 2 : Comlecting a Camcorder to the LINE 2 1N

.jacks ........................................................................... 20

Method 3 : Comlecting a Camcorder to the DV IN

.jack ............................................................................. 20

Step 6 : Connecting the Power Cord ....................... 20

Step 7 : Preparing the Remote Control ................... 21

Setting the Remote Control ....................................... 21

Step 8 : Initial Setup ................................................. 22

1. OSD Language Setup ............................................. 22

2. Clock Set ................................................................ 23

3. Channel Set............................................................ 25

4. Setting Up the Audio Options ............................... 27

5. Setting Up the TV Aspect ..................................... 29

Com ecting & Se/ting UP

Quick Overview ........................................................ 14

Step 1 : Unpacking ................................................... 15

Accessories ................................................................. 15

Step 2 : Connecting the Antenna cable .................. 15

Method 1 :Antenrm + DVD Recorder + TV : No Cable

box ............................................................................. 15

Method 2 :Antem-m +Cable box + DVD Recorder +

TV : Cable box with many scrambled charmels ........ 15

Method 3 : Antem-m + DVD Recorder + Cable box

+TV : Cable box with a few scrambled chanrMs ...... 16

Step 3 : Connecting the Video cable ....................... 16

Method 1 : Cormecting to a Video input .jack ........... 16

Method 2 : Cormecting to an S-video input jack ...... 17

Method 3 : Cormecting to Component video input

.jacks(Y,P_,P_) ............................................................. 17

Before Recording ....................................................... 30

Recordable discs ........................................................ 30

Recording Formats .................................................... 31

Recording Mode ......................................................... 31

Unrecordable video .................................................... 31

About 1NFO Key ........................................................ 32

Checking the available disc space

(Disc Information) ..................................................... 32

Recording Ihe currem TV program you art-

watching .................................................................... 32

Recording from external equipment ........................ 34

Copying from a Camcorder ..................................... 35

Making a One Touch Recording (OTR) .................. 36

Setting a Timer Recording ....................................... 37

Flexible Recording (for Timer recording only) ....... 38

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Editing the Scheduled Record List ...................... 38

Ddeting the Scheduled Record List .................... ..39

Recording the Scheduled Record List ................. ..40

Before Playing ........................................................... 41

Region code (DVD-Video ordy) ................................. 41

Disc lypcs lhat can be played .................................... 41

Discs that cannot be played ....................................... 41

Playing a Disc ............................................................ 42

Using the Disc Menu & Title Mm_u ......................... A3

Using the Search Fm-_ctim3s...................................... A3

Slow Motion Play ...................................................... A4

Step Molion Play....................................................... A4

About ANYKEY ........................................................ A4

Using the Repeal Function ....................................... A5

Sdcc/ing the Sublitle ............................................... ..4-7

Sdcc/ing the Audio language ................................... A8

Changing the Camera Angle .................................... A8

Zoot'ning-Irl ................................................................ 49

Using Bookmarks. ..................................................... A9

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Basic Editing (Title List) ......................................... .67

Renaming(Labcling) a Title ...................................... .07

LocMng(Protcclmg) a Ti/le ...................................... .08

Ddeling a Title ......................................................... 08

Dclcling a Scclion of a Title ..................................... 09

Advanced Editing (Play List) ................................ 71

Creating a Playlist ..................................................... 71

Playing Enlries in lhe Playlist .................................. 72

Renaming a Playlist Emry ......................................... 73

Editing a Sccne for the Playlis/ .................................. 74

Copying a Playlisl Entry to tl3e Playlist ..................... 77

Dcleling a Playlisl Entry from lhe Playlist ................ 78

Disc Manager. ....................................................... 79

Editing tl3e Disc Name. ............................................. .79

Disc Protcc/ion .......................................................... 80

Formatting a Disc ..................................................... £0

Ddelc All Title Lists ................................................. £1

Finalizing a disc ........................................................ £2

Unfinalizing a disc (VATR modc) ............................ .83

Using Markers. ........................................................... 50

Playing an Audio CD/MP3 .................................. 51

Playing an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3 ...................... ..51

Playing a Picture CD .......................................... 54

Playing the Title List .......................................... 55

Se ings & Ad ts men s

Uong the Setup Menu .............................................. 58

System Setting ......................................................... ..59

Clock Sct .................................................................... 59

Channel Sct................................................................ 59

CM Skip Time Sc/ting. ............................................... 59

EP Mode Time Sclling .............................................. .00

Automatic Chapter Creation .................................... .00

Language Setting ....................................................... 61

Video (Display) Setting ............................................ 62

Parental Control ........................................................ 63

Additional _fo_matio_

Troubleshooting ....................................................... .84

Spedfication ............................................................. .88

Warranty .................................................................... 89

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GeneralFeatures

The DVD-R120 allows vou lo record and play high quamv digital video on DVD-I_4M/DVD-RW/DVD-R

discs. You can record and edit digital video on DVD- K4.M/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs as if they wcrc VCR tapes.

High quality digital audio and video recording and playback

Record up to 16-hours of video with a double sided 9.4 GB DVD-_M disc, and up to 8-hours of images with a

4-.7 GB DVD-P_4.M/DVD-RW/DVD-R disc, depending on the recording mode.

Selectable Recording Mode You can set your recorder to one of five different

recording speeds, each varying in recording quality arm length. EP mode yields the most recording time, LP 8-,r SP modes provide less recording time with higher

quality recording, and XP mode gives you the highest quality recording. There's also the FR (Flexible Recording) mode that lets you record with the best picture quality possible for the recording time and remaining space on the disc in timer recording.

High quality progressive scan Progressive scanning provides high resolution and

flicker free video. The 10-bit 54-MHz DAC arm 2D Y/C Separating

Circuitry provides the highest video playback and

recording qualit}: (See page 17.)

A variety of functions with an easy-to-use user interface

The integrated menu system and the messaging function allow you to perform desired operations both easily and conveniently: W_ith a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW"disc, you

can edit recorded images, create a playlist, and edit video m a specific sequence according to your requirenlents.

Automated Quality Adjustment for Timer Recording If FR mode is selected, the video quality is adjusted

automatically so that all video for the scheduled time can be recorded onto the free disc space. (See page 38.)

Creating a DVD video title using DVD-RVV7DVD-R disc W'ith a DVD-R120, create your own DVD video title on

4-.7 GB DVD-RW7DVD-R discs.

Copying data from a digital camcorder using a DV input jack

Record digital camcorder video onto DVD-P_M or DVD-RW_ DVD-R discs using the DV input .jack (1EEE

1394-4pin). (See pages 35.)

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Beforereadingtheuser's

manua!

Make sure to check tile following matters before reading the user_ manual.

Icon Term Definition

This involves a function available

DVD

_4M

JPEG m a data picture CD (CD-R or

MP3 in a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW on

Caution function does not operate or

NOTE on the page that help each

One-Touch A function that can be operated by,

button using only one button.

ANYKEY A function that can be operated by,

button using Any Key button.

in DVD or DVD-WDVD-RW discs that have been recorded and

finalized m Video Mode.

This revolves a function available

m DVD-P_4M.

This involves a function available

m DVD-RW:

This involves a ft.tnctiol-i available

m DVD-R.

This revolves a function available

m a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW').

This involves a fLlnctiol-Iavailable

CD-RW).

This revolves a function available

which MP3 is recorded). This involves a case where a

settings may be cancelled. This revolves tips or instructions

function operate.

HowtousetheDVDrecorder

This unit can record on tile fo ow lg types of discs. If you want to repeatedly recorclon the same disc or you want to edit tile disc after recording, select a rewritable

DVD-RW or DVD-K_M type disc. If you want to save recoMmg without any change, choose

a non-rewritable DVI)-R.

RAM RW

Unlike a VCR, the recorder automatically starts formatting when an unused disc is inserted. This is required for tile

preparation of recording on a disc.

Using a DVD-RAM This type of disc can be formatted in DVD-Video RccoMing format (\q_ mode). You can edit recoMed image and create a playlist and edit images m a specific sequence according to your requirements.

Using a DVD-RW This type of disc can be formatted in either D\©-Video format (Video mode) or DVD-VideoRecoMmg format

(VRmode). For an unused disc, a message that asks

whether to initialize m VR Mode or not is displayed. _bu can play a Video mode disc on various D\© components. A VR mode disc allows more varied editing.

1) Be sure to be familiar with Safety Instructions before

using this product. (See pages 2~3)

2) If a problem occurs, check for Troubleshooting. (See pages 84~87)

marmal may be reproduced or copied without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.

Using a DVD-R This type of disc can be formatted in DVDVideo format. After formatting iscomplete, you can record on the disc. _bu carl play this type of discs on various D\q) components only when they have been finalized.

• You can only use either the VR or

R0K

Video mode on a DVD-RW _,but not both at the same time.

You can change the DVD-RW format

to another format by reinitializing. It should be noted that the disc's data

will be lost when changing formats.

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There are two different recording methods, Direct Recording and Timer Recording. Timer recording is

classified as a Date : Once(mm/dd), Every Day; MON-SAT.

Every SAT, etc. as a recording mode : XP (fi gh qua ty mode), SP (standard quality mode), kP (long recording

mode), and EP (extended mode) according to tile recording mode. Wfien recording is set irl the FR mode,

the best quality picture is recorded with regards to the

To play your DVD on other D\© components, finalizing may be necessary First, finish all editing and recording

operations, then finalize the disc.

When using a DVD-RW disc in VR Mode Ahhougfi finalizing is generally unnecessa¢" when playing the disc on a VRMode compatible component, a finalized disc should be used for playback.

When using a DVD-RW disc in Video Mode Tile disc should be finalized first to enable playback on anything other than this recorder. No more rditing or recording can be made on the disc once it has been

finalized.

When using a DVD-R disc E_mshould finalize the disc to play it on a component other tfian this recorder. _m cannot edit or record on the disc once it has been finalized.

i You can select tile title you want to play in a displayed

menu and then immediately start playback.

A D\rD consists of sections called titles, and sub sections

i called chapters.

During recording, a title is created between two points

where you start and stop recording. Chapters wall be

_i created automatically when you finalize recording on

D\_-R / D\_-RW discs m Video mode. The chapter_ length (intel_'al between chapters) varies according to the

recording mode.

Editing on discs is easier than conventional video tapes. The recorder supports many dif[i:mnt edit functions,

poa'dble only with D\©s.

"@-itba simple and easy edit menu, you can operate various edit functions, such as delete, cop}; rename, lock,

etc., on a reconled title.

Creating a playlist (DVD-RAIW-RW in VR mode)

_:ith this recorder, you can create a new playlist on tile

same disc and edit it without the change of tile original recording.

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Description

II Front panel

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1. POWER

Turns the recorder on and off.

2. LINE 2 1N Connect external equipment.

3. DV-1N Cormect external digital equipment with a DV.jack.

(such as a camcorder)

4. DISC TRAY

Opens to accept a disc.

5. OPEN/CLOSE

Opens and closes the disc tray

6. DISPLAY Displays the playing status, title/chapter/time, etc.

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7. SEARCH Goes to the next title/chapter/track, or goes back to

the previous title/chapter/track.

8. STOP

Stops disc playback.

9. PLAY/PAUSE Plays a disc or pauses playback.

10. P.SCAN

Selects the progressive scan.

11. REC

Starts recordmg.

12. CH ( v/',, )

Selects TV chanrmls.

1. Lights when a disc is loaded.

2. Lights m the record mode.

3. Lights to indicate the timer record mode.

4. Lights when a -WRW/K4M disc is loaded.

5. Displays the messages.

6. Lights in the progressive scan mode.

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II Rear Panel

Fan

The fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 4" clear space on all sides of the

fan when installing the product.

1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTICAL)

Connects to an amplifier having a digital optical audio input .jack.

2. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(COAXIAL) Connects to an amplifier having a digital coaxial audio input .jack.

3. LINE AUDIO OUT Connects to the audio input of external equipment

using audio cables.

4. LINE VIDEO OUT(good video quality) Cormeets the input of external equipment using a

Video cable.

LINE S-VIDEO OUT(better video quality) Cormects the input of external equipment using an

S-Video cable.

6. COMPONENT VIDEO OUT(best video quality) Connects to equipment having Component video input .jacks.

7. LINE 1 AUDIO 1N Cormects the output of external equipment using an

audio cables

8. LINE i VIDEO 1N Cormects the output of external equipment using a

video cable.

9. LINE 1 S- VIDEO 1N Cormects the output of external equipment using an

S-Video cable.

10. ANT 1N/ANT OUT (TO TV) Connects antenna cables.

The Anterma connection does not pass

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audioAqdeo signals. To watch a DVD on your TK you must eormect audio/video

cables.

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I Tour of the Remote Control

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POWER Button

Number Buttons

lO0+/CM SKIP Button Press this to select channel 100 or higher.

When a program recorded on a DVD-I_kM, a

DVD-RW_ a DVD-R or DVD-Video is played, tbe unit can be set to automatically skip a portion of the

program.

DVD Button Press this when you use a DVD.

TV VOL Button TV volmne ac[justment.

Reverse_orward Skip Buttons Press to skip a disc backwards or forwards.

These buttons also function as STEP buttons. Each press will play one-frame forward or reverse

(see page 44).

Reverse/Forward Search Buttons Press to search a disc backwards or forwards.

Stop Button Press to stop a disc.

Play/Pause Button Press to play/pause a disc.

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10. MENU Button Brings up the DVD recorder's setup menu.

11. ENTER/DIRECTION Buttons (UP/DOW'N or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons) This button functions as a toggle switch.

12. REC MODE Button This will display the recording status.

13. REC Button Use to make a recording on DVD-_M/-RW/-R

discs.

14. CANCEL Button

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

16. OPEN/CLOSE Button To open and close the disc tra_:

17. AUD10/TV MUTE Button Use Ibis to access various audio functions on a

disc.(DVD mode) This operates as Sound Mute. (TV mode)

18. TV Button Press this to operate T\,:

19. INPUT Button Select line input signal in external input mode

(Tnner, Line input or DV INPUT)

20. CHANNEL Button Use this to select a channel. (DVD, TV mode)

21. TITLE LIST/DISC MENU Button Use this to enter the View Recording list!Disc menu.

22. PLAY L1ST/T1TLE MENU Button Use this to return to the Title menu, or to view the

recorded files list.

23. ANYKEY Button Use this to view the status of the disc that is being

played.

24. SUBTITLE Button Press this to switch the DVD's subtitle language.

25. RETURN Button Returns to a previous menu.

26. MARKER Button/TIMER Button Use this to bookmark a position while playing a

disc. Press to directly enter the Timer Recording Mode

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27. INFO Button This will display current settings or disc status.

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onnecting&

This sec/ion tnvolves various methods ot connecting lhe DVD player 1o other external

cornponen/s and required ini/ial seumg modes.

A Quick Overview presented in this guide will give you enough information to start using the recorder.

Quick Overview ....................................................1-

Step 1: Unpacking .................................................15

Step 2 : Connecting the Antenna cable ..............15

Step 3 :Connecting the Video cable.....................16

Stq_4 : Connecting the Audio cable................... 18

Step 5 : Connecting external dewces ....................19

Step 6 : Connecting the Power cord .....................20

Step 7 : Preparing the'Remote Control .................21

Step 8 : InitiN Setup ...............................................22

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Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer_ attention to

Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code

(Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1), fl-mt

provides guidelines for proper grounding and, m particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be

connected to tfie grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

| Method 1 :Antenna + DVD Recorder

+ TV" No Cable box

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I Accessories

Check for tlre supplied accessories below.

,, Video/Audio Cable (AC39-42001R) ,, RF Cable for TV (AC39-42001J) ,, Remote Control (AK59-00012H)

,, Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size)

(4301-001035

,, User's Manual, AK68-00683A)

• Quick Guide AK68-00684A)

Step2:ConnectingtheAntenna

Cable

There are several ways to connect your DVD Recorder. Select one of the following antenna cormections that best suits you below.

You can record non-scrambled channels by selecting the

charmel on the DVD Recorder. Also use this Method if

you watch channels without cable box.

To RF OUT

T_ RF Cable

• Method 1 : Antenna + DVD Recorder + TV : No Cable box

• Method 2 : Antemra +Cable box + DVD Recorder + TV : Cable box with many scrambled channels

• Method 3 : Antemra + DVD Recorder + Cable box +TV : Cable box with a few scrambled channels

If you are using an off-air antenna that has

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300-olrm twin flat leads, use an external antenna connector (300-75 ohm adaptor :

not supplied) to connect the antenna to tire DVD Recorder.

If you have two separate antennas (one VHF and tlre other UHF), use a UHF/VHF

combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics slrops) to comreet tire antemra

to the DVD Recorder.

| Method 2" Antenna + Cable box +

DVD Recorder+ TV" Cable box

with many scrambled channels

Yuu can record channels by selecting the channel on the

cable box. You cannot record one chamrel while

watching another chamrel. Be sure that the cable box is

turned on.

_ Cable box

To RF IN

The VHF/UHF RF OUT jack of tlris product sends only signals received through the antenna. It does not output Audio/video signals. You must eormect

attdio/video cables to view Video from the unit. (i.e. DVD playback)

TORFOUT

T RF Cable

To ANT INPUT

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II Method 3 :Antenna + DVD Recorder

+ Cable box+ TV" Cable box with a

few scrambled channels

You can record non-scrambled channels by selecting the channel on the cable box. You cannot record scrambled

channels that rectuire a cable box.

• Progressive Scan Output (480p) 'Consumers should note that not all Mgh definition

television sets are fully compatible with tl-fisproduct and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture.

If you experience 480p progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the 'standard definition' output, l[ there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model, please contact our customer service center

at 1-800-SAMSUNG.

• The VHFAJHF RF OUT .jack of tl-fisproduct sends

only signals received through d-_eantenna. It does not output audio/video signals.

You must use one of tire following audio/video

connections on this unit.

II Method 1: Connectingto a Video

input jack

Connect a video(yellow) cable between d-m VIDEO(yellow) OUT jack on DVD Recorder and VIDEO(yellow) IN jack on the TV (or AVamplifier).

• You will enjoy regular quality images.

• Connect audio cables(white and red) between the

AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO

IN jacks on TV(or AVamplifier). (See pages 18 to 19)

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Step3:ConnectingtheVideo

There are several ways to connect your DVD Recorder. Select one of the following video connecting that best

suits you below.

• Method 1 : Connecting to a Video input jack

• Method 2 : Connecting to an S-video input jack

• Method 3 : Cormeeting to Component video input .jacks

S-Video, Component video and Progressive

Output Modes

• S-Video and Component video output are available

only if your TV supports S-Video input or Component video input, respeetivel> If S-Video or Component video output does not work, check the TV connections and the TV input selection settings. (For reformation on how to connect to a TM see page 17.)

• Compared to standard interlaced video, progressive

scan doubles the an[ount of video lines fed to your TM resuhmg in a more stable, flicker-free, and clear image than interlaced video. The progressive scan video output .jack is used in progressive output mode.

This is only available with TVs that support progressive scan.

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II Method 2 • Connecting to an

S-Video inputjack

4. The message 'Please set },our TV to Progressive input, TOdeactivate, press [STOP] key will appear.

Press the ENTER button.

Connect an S-Video cable(not supplied) between ff_e S-

VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder and S-VIDEO IN jack on your TV (or AV amplifier).

• You will e_joy high quality images. S-Video separates the picture element into black and white (Y) and color

• Connect attdio cables(white and red) between fl-_e AUDIO OUT .jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO

IN jacks on TV(or AV amplifier). (See pages 18 to 19)

5. The message 'Video Output Mode Progressive Scar?' will appear.

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II Method 3" Connectingto

Componentvideo input jacks(Y,PB,P.)

1. Connect Component video cables(not supplied) between the COMPONENT OUT(Y,P_,P_) jacks on

DVD Recorder and COMPONENT 1N(Y,P_,P_)jacks on your TV (or AV amplifier).

2. If the TV cormected supports Progressive Scan, press the RSCAN buttorl orl the front of the DVD Recorder

to euioy higher quality video.

3. The message "Please [Yes] to confirm Progressive scan

mode. Otherwise press [No] will appear.

Press the _1 • buttons to select Yes, and then press the ENTER button.

• You will enjoy t-figh quality accurate color reproduction images. Component video separates the picture

element into black and White(Y), blue(P_), red(P_)

signals to present most clear and clean images.

• Connect audio cables(white and red) between the

AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on TV(or AVamplifier).

(See pages 18 to 19)

Make sure that the color coded

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connections match. The Y, P_, P_ component output jacks of your DVD

Recorder must be connected to the exact corresponding component input jacks on

your TV

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Step4 :ConnectingtheAudio

cable

There are several ways to connect your DVD Recorder. Select the audio connection that best suits you below.

• Method 1 : Connecting to your TV

• Method 2 : Cormecting to a stereo amplifier (analog

audio out)

• Method 3 : Connecting to an AV amplifier with a digital input jack

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

I DTS" and "DTS Digital Out" are trademarks of

Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

II Method 2 • Connectingto a stereo

amplifier with analog input jacks

If your stereo amplifier only has AUDIO INPUT jacks(L and R), use the AUDIO OUT .jacks.

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II Method 1 • Connectingto yourTV

This connection will use your TV's speakers.

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| Method 3: Connectingto an AV

amplifier with a digital input jack

If your AV amplifier has a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder and a digital input jack, use this connection. To et\joy

Dolby Digital or DTS sound, you will need to set up the audio settings. (See pages 27 to 28)

This allows you to connect your DVD Recorder to other external devices and viex_ or record their outputs.

• Method 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB) or DVD player to the AUDIO/VIDEO LINE 1 1N .jacks

• Method 2 : Connecting a Camcorder to the LINE 2

.jacks

• Method 3 : Connecting a Camcorder to the DV 1N

.jack

| Method 1 • Connecting a VCR,Set-

TopBox(STB) or DVD player to the

LINE1 IN jacks

Connecting a VCR or external device to AUD1OATIDEO LINE 1 IN jacks of the DVD Recorder. _km can record from connected equipment (VCR, STB or

DVD).

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• You can also use the LINE 2 1N.jacks on the front panel of the DVD Recorder.

• When the S-Video.jack and Video jack are both connected, the S-Video .jack will have priorit?: Line Selection will be automatically done. If the input is not

selected automaticall}; use INPUT button to select proper input.

• Copy protected content cannot be recorded.

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II Method 2" Connectinga Camcorder

to the LINE2 IN jacks

You can also use the LINE 2 1N jacks on the front panel of the DVD Recorder. You can record from connected

equipment, such as a camcorder. W]3en an input source is inserted into LINE 2 while viewing TK the input will be switched to LINE 2

automaticall}:

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Step6: ConnectingthePower

After all connectiorls are complete, plug the power cord ira the wall outlet.

"Auto" appears in the panel display. This means that the current time is being set automatically (Auto Program) through the antenna under connection and also the channel is being set. The setup may take a few minutes.

When the DVD Recorder operates normall}; the current time is automatically set and displayed in the front panel displa}<

After the current time is set automaticall',;

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the recorder will perform Auto Charmel Memory for about 3 minutes. If power is on, while Auto Channel Memory is in process, Auto Channel Memory will stop.

In this case, do Auto Channel Memory from MENU(see page 25).

II Method 3" Connectinga Camcorder

to the DVIN jack

If your camcorder has a DV output jack, connect it to the DV input iack of your DVD Recorder.

DV OUT

• If the input is not selected at.ttomatically;

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use INPUT button to select proper input.

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Step7 :PreparingtheRemote

Control

Install Batteries in the Remote Control

• Open the battery cover on the back of the remote.

• hlsert two AAA batteries. Make sure that the polarities

(+ and -) are aligned correctly

• Replace tile battery cover.

If the remote control does not operate properly:

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

• Clleck if the batteries are drained.

• Clleck if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

• Check if there is any fluorescent ligllting nearb):

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

II Setting the Remote Control

You can control certain functions of anotller manufacturer_ TV witll tllis remote control.

Control function buttons involve: POWER, Channel Up/Down, Volume Up/Down, Direct Number buttons,

TV MUTE, INPUT.

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Controlling TVs with the Remote Control

1. Press and hold tile POWER button.

2. Enter a 2-cligit code by using tile numerical buttons on the remote control.

See "Controllable IV Codes" If tile code works, your TV set will be turned on or off.

If it does not respond, try other codes.

Controllable TV Codes

BK_ND BUTTON AI'_'£4 82 ANAM 10,11,12,13,14,15,10,17,18 BANG&OLUFSEN 57 BLAUPUNKT 71 BK4NDT 73 BRION\_GA 57 CGE 52 CONTINENTALEDISON 75 DAEWOO 19,20,23,24,25,20,27,28,29,30,31,32,33,34 EMERSON 64 FERGUSON 73 FINLUX 06,49,57 FORMENTI 57

FUJITSU 84 GK_DIENTE 70

GRUNDIG 49,52,71 HITACHI 60,72,73,75

IMPERLKL 52 jvc 01,79

LG 06,19,20,21,22,78 LOEWE 06,09 LOEWEOPTA 06,57 MAGNAVOX 40 METZ 57 MITSUBISHI 06,48,(_2,(_5 MIVAR 52,77 NEC 83 NEWqAN 68 NOBLEX 66 NOKIA 74 NORDMENDE 72,73,75 PANASONIC 53,54,74,75 PHILIPS 06,55,56,57 PHONOLA 06,56,57 PIONEER 58,59,73,74 KQDIOLA 06,56 K4DIOMARELLI 57 RCA 45,46 REX 74 SABA 57,72,73,74,75 5ALOt_ 74 SAMSUNG 01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08,09 SAN_O 41,42,43,44,48 SCHNEIDER 06 SELECO 74

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BRRND BUTTON SELKRP 36,37,38,39, 48

SIEMENS 71 SINGER 57 SINUDYNE 57 SONY 35,48 TELEAVA 73

TELEFUNKEN 67,73,75,76 THOMSON 72,73,75 THOMSONASIA 80,81

TOSHIBA 47,48,49, 50,51,52 WEGA 57 YOKO 06 ZENITH 63

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• If you replac{" the R'mote control's batteries, you must set the brand code

ROTE again.

Before Play, Turn on your TV and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the DVD Recorder appears on your TV screen. If you connected an external Audio System, turn on your Audio System and select AUX, CD

or DVD. The OSD (On-Screen Display) displayed on the screen

may vary depending on conditions such as fl-mdisc type and whether the disc has been inserted or not.

1. OSD LanguageSetup

After plugging m the recorder, fl-mfirst ti]ne you press the POW'ER button, this screen comes up.

(This screen will only appear when you plug in the

recorder for the first time.)

Press the POWER button.

Press a Number button to select the

language.

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For ease of use, we recommend that you set up initial

settings befure using the DVD Recorder.

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NOTE

If the language for the startup screen is not set, the settings may change whenever you turn the power on or off-.Tfiereforc,

make sure that you select fl-mlanguage you want to use.

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