Samsung DVD-R174 User Manual

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DVD-R174

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WARNING

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.

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.

CAUTION

THIS DVD RECORDER USES AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE RECORDER AS INSTRUCTED.

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

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

This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this unit.

CAUTIONS

Caution : To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of the plug to wide slot of the socket and fully insert. 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 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 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.

Caution : FCC regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modiﬁcations to this equipment may void the

user’s authority to operate it.

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 , the DVD Recorder cannot play the disc.

This device is protected by U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936. 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.

This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 5,060,220 5,457,669 5,561,649 5,705,762 5,987,417 6,043,912 6,222,983 6,272,096 6,377,524 6,377,531 6,385,587 6,389,570 6,408,408 6,466,532 6,473,736 6,477,501 6,480,829 6,556,520 6,556,521 6,556,522 6,578,163 6,594,208 6,631,110 6,658,588 6,674,697 6,674,957 6,687,455 6,697,307 6,707,985 6,721,243 6,721,493 6,728,474 6,741,535 6,744,713 6,744,972 6,765,853 6,765,853 6,771,890 6,771,891 6,775,465 6,778,755 6,788,629 6,788,630 6,795,637 6,810,201 6,862,256 6,868,054 6,894,963 6,937,552

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PRECAUTION

Important Safety Instructions

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

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with a dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

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 groundingtype plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.

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The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,

10) and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11)

Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or

12) sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13) Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Service is required when the apparatus

14) has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus. Service is also required if the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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 the disc may be scratched or broken, and the

recorder’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 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 recorder.

If this occurs, turn the DVD Recorder off and on again with the POWER button, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet. The recorder will operate normally.

Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the recorder after use.

Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the recorder for long

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

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases,

shall be placed on the apparatus. The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay readily operable at any time.

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.

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 touching the surface of a disc where recording is performed.

DVD-RAM, DVD±RW and DVD±R

Clean with an optional DVD-RAM/PD disc cleaner. Do not use cleaners or cloths for CDs to clean DVD-

RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs.

DVD-Video, Audio CD

Wipe off dirt or contamination on the disc with a soft cloth.

Cautions on handling discs

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

thinner. 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.

Disc Storage

Be careful not to damage the disc because the data on these discs are 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.

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If you move your DVD Recorder suddenly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may generate on the operating parts, including the lens, and cause abnormal disc playback. In this case, do not connect the plug to the power outlet and wait for two hours. Then insert the disc and try to play back again. It will work properly when condensation has evaporated.

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Disc Speciﬁcations

DVD-Video

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

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

When switching from the ﬁrst layer to the second layer of a double-layered DVD Video disc, there may be momentary distortion in the image and sound. This is not a malfunction of the unit.

Once a DVD-RW(V)/-R(V)/+R recorded is ﬁnalized, it is playable in a standard DVD player.

Audio CD

An audio disc on which 44.1kHz PCM Audio is recorded.

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Plays CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW discs. This unit may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording.

CD-RW/-R

MP3 CD-RW/-R

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Only CD-R discs with MP3 ﬁles recorded with ISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back

Only MP3 ﬁles with the "mp3" or "MP3" extension can be used.

Playable bitrate range is from 56Kbps to 320Kbps.

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The unit can handle a maximum of DVD-RA

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Only JPEG ﬁles with the ".jpg", ".JPG" extension can be used.

The unit can handle a maximum of 1000 ﬁles and folders.

Maximum size of progressive JPEG is 3M pixels.

MOTION JPEG is not supported.

DVD-RAM/±RW/±R discs that contain JPEG ﬁles can be played back.

M/±RW/±R discs that contain MP3 ﬁles can be played back.

JPEG CD-RW/-R

499 ﬁles and folders.

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Using CD-RW/-R

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Use a 700MB(80 minutes) CD-RW/-R disc. If possible, do not use a 800MB(90 minutes) or above disc, as

the disc may not play back.

If the CD-RW/-R disc was not recorded as a closed session, you may experience a delay in the early play-back time, and all recorded ﬁles may not play.

Some CD-RW/-R discs may not be playable with this unit, depending on the device which was used to

burn them. For contents recorded on CD-RW/-R media from CDs for your personal use, playability may vary depending on contents and discs.

When recording from CDs for your personal use to CD-RW/-R discs, playability may vary depending on the

contents and discs.

Using DivX disc

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Disc : CD-RW/-R, DVD-RAM/±RW/±R

Video File with following extensions can be played. : .avi, .divx, .AVI, .DIVX

DivX Video (Codec) Format : DivX 3.11 DivX 4.x DivX 5.x (without QPEL and GMC)

DivX Audio (Codec) Format : MP3, AC3, DTS

Supported subtitle ﬁle formats: .smi, .srt, .sub, .txt, .ass

Each folder can have up to 500 items including ﬁles and sub folders.

You cannot play back the disc that is larger than a 720 x 576 pixel resolution.

DVD-RW/-R Disc Playback and Recording

Recording and playback can be performed on DVD-RW/-R discs in both Video and VR Modes.

Once a DVD-RW/-R is recorded in VR or Video mode and ﬁnalized, you cannot perform additional

recordings. Once a DVD-RW/-R is recorded in Video Mode and ﬁnalized, it becomes a DVD-Video.

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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 in VR Mode and then record in V Mode, be sure to execute format. Be careful when executing Format because all the recorded data may be lost. You can change the disc mode only one times when the unused DVD-R disc is inserted.

• DVD-RW/-R (VR mode)

You can record multiple titles, edit, delete, partial delete, create a playlist, etc.

- A disc that is recorded in this

• DVD-RW/-R (Video mode)

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 manufacturer's recorder but has not been ﬁnalized it cannot be played or recorded by this recorder.

- When programing 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.

mode may not be played by existing DVD players.

DVD+R Disc Playback and Recording

Once a DVD+R is recorded and ﬁnalized, it is playable in a standard DVD player.

You can record onto the available space on the disc and perform editing functions such as giving titles to

discs and programs and erasing programs before ﬁnalizing. When programing 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 update the recorded information after recording ﬁnishes.

This product optimizes the DVD+R for each recording. Optimizing is executed when you start recording after inserting the disc or turning on the unit. Recording onto the disc may become impossible if optimizing is performed too many times.

Playback may be impossible in some cases due to the condition of recording.

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This unit can 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.

DVD+RW Disc Playback and Recording

With DVD+RW discs, there is no difference between DVD-Video format (Video mode) and DVD-Video

Recording format (VR mode). Finalizing

is generally unnecessary when using a DVD+RW disc.

DVD-RAM Disc Playback and Recording

For cartridge type DVD-RAM discs, remove the cartridge and use only the disc.

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You cannot play a DVD-RAM in most DVD players due to compatibility issues. Only DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 discs can be played in this unit.

DVD-RAM discs recorded on this unit may not work with other DVD Players. To determine compatibility

with these DVD-RAM discs, refer to the user’s manual for the player.

COPY PROTECTION

• Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your DVD Recorder directly

to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting your recorder 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.

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Protection

Program-protection: See page 63 “Locking a Title”

Disc-protection: See page 69 “Disc Protection”

❋ DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs that are incompatible with the DVD-VIDEO format cannot be played

with this product.

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For more information on DVD recording compatibility, consult your DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R manufacturer.

❋ Use of poor quality DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs may cause the following unexpected problems

including, recording failure, loss of recorded or edited materials, or damage to the recorder.

Do not use the following discs!

LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs should not be used in this product.

[Note]

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 “Playback prohibited by region code” will be displayed.

If your DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc is an illegal copy or is not in DVD video format, it may also not be playable.

Disc Compatibility

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Not all brands of discs will be compatible with this unit.

The latest ﬁrmware upgrade to improve recording & playback quality can be downloaded from our web site.

(Download Center at www.samsung.com/global/register)

If disc compatibility problems continue, or there is an issue upgrading your recorder, contact the Call Center at 1-800-SAMSUNG.

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GETTING STARTED

CONNECTING & SETTING UP

SYSTEM SETUP

2 Warning 3 Precaution 10 General Features 11 Before Reading the User's Manual 12 How to use the DVD Recorder 13 Unpacking 16 Description

18 Connecting the Antenna Cable 20 Connecting HDMI/DVI to a TV 22 Connecting the Video Output 23 Connecting the Audio Cable 25 Connecting External Devices

27 On-Screen Menu Navigation 27 Easy Setup 29 Tuner Preset 30 Clock Set 32 Setting up the Video Options

34 Setting up the Audio Options

37 Setting up the Features 39 Setting up the Options

PLAYBACK

42 Region code (DVD-Video only) 42 Logos of Discs that can be played 43 Disc types that can be played 44 Playing a Disc 45 Using the Disc Menu and Title Menu 45 Using the Search & Skip Functions 46 Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play 47 Using the ANYKEY button

49 Playing back an Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3

50 Playing back a Picture Disc 51 Playing back a DivX Disc

RECORDING

53 Recordable Discs 54 Recording Mode 55 Unrecordable Video 56 Recording immediately 57 Recording through the DV Input jack 58 Making a One Touch Recording (OTR) 58 Making a Timer Recording 60 Editing the Timer List

60 Erasing the Timer List

61 Check Remaining Time 61 DV/D8 Dubbing

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EDITING

REFERENCE

APPENDIX

62 Playing the Title List 63 Basic Editing (Title List)

66 Advanced Editing (Playlist) 69 Disc Setting

73 Troubleshooting (DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/

DVD±RW/DVD±R)

74 Troubleshooting (DVD) 75 Problems and Solutions (Display Error

Message)

77 Speciﬁcations 78 Warranty

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GENERAL FEATURES

The DVD-R174 allows you to record, edit and play high quality digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs.

High quality digital audio/video recording and playback

You can record up to approximately 16-hours of video on a double side 9.4 GB DVD-RAM disc,up to 15hours on a dual-layer 8.5GB DVD±R disc, and up to 8-hours on a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc, depending on the recording mode.

Creating DVD video titles using DVD±RW/DVD±R discs

With the DVD-R174, you can create your own DVD video titles on 4.7 GB DVD±RW/DVD±R or 8.5GB DVD±R discs.

A Variety of Recording Options

You can set your DVD Recorder to one of eight different recording modes, each varying in recording quality and length. Select a recording mode according to the time and picture quality you need. For example, if picture quality is your top priority, select “HQ” (high quality). If recording time is your priority, “SLP” may be a possible choice. Dual layer DVD±Rs have approximately double the capacity of single layer DVD±Rs.

Dubbing digital camcorder content using DV input jack

Record digital camcorder images onto DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs using the DV input jack (IEEE 1394-4pin). (See page 57.)

High quality progressive scan

Progressive scanning provides high resolution and ﬂicker free video. The 10-bit 54-MHz DAC, 2D Y/C Separating circuitry and Time Base Corrector processor technology provide you with the highest image playback and recording quality. (See page 22.)

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

The Integrated menu systems and messaging functionality allow you to perform the desired operations easily and conveniently. With a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R(VR mode) disc, you can edit recorded images, create playlist, and edit videos in a speciﬁc sequence according to your needs.

HDMI (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI reduces picture noise by allowing a pure digital video/audio signal path from the DVD Recorder to your TV.

Divx Certiﬁcation

Divx,Divx Certiﬁed,and associate logos are trademarks of DivX Networks,Inc and are used under license.

Ofﬁcial DivX® Certiﬁed product

Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media ﬁles

EZ Record Mode

This function allows you Finalize a disc automatically. (See page 38.)

BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL

DivX

Make sure to check the following terms before reading the user’s manual.

Icons that will be used in manual

Icon Term Deﬁnition

This involves a function available with DVD or DVD-R(V)/DVD-RW(V)/+R discs that have been recorded and ﬁnalized.

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X C V

K L

B G

A J M N H

RAM This involves a function available with DVD-RAM discs.

-RW This involves a function available with DVD-RW discs.

-R This involves a function available with DVD-R discs.

+RW This involves a function available with DVD+RW discs.

+R This involves a function available with DVD+R discs.

CD This involves a function available with a data CD (CD-RW or CD-R).

JPEG

DivX

MP3

Caution

NOTE This involves tips or instructions on the page that help each function operate.

One-Touch

button

ANYKEY

button

This involves a JPEG function available with CD-RW/-R or DVD-RAM/±RW/ ±R discs.

This involves a function available on CD-RW/-R, DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/ DVD±R discs.

This involves an MP3 function available with CD-RW/-R or DVD-RAM/±RW/ ±R discs.

This involves a case where a function does not operate or settings may be cancelled.

A function that can be operated by using only one button.

A function that can be operated by using the ANYKEY button.

About the use of this user’s manual

Be sure to be familiarize yourself with the Safety Instructions before using this product. (See pages 2~7)

If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting section.

(See pages 73~76)

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HOW TO USE THE DVD RECORDER

Step 1 : Select the disc type

This unit can record on the following types of discs. If you want to repeatedly record on the same disc or you want to edit the disc after recording, select a rewritable DVD±RW or DVD-RAM type disc. If you want to save a recording without making any changes, choose a non-rewritable DVD±R.

Step 2 : Format the disc to start recording

The recorder automatically starts formatting when an unused disc is inserted.

Using a DVD-RAM/±RW/+R

When an unused DVD-RAM/±RW/+R disc is ﬁrst inserted, the message "Unformatted Disc. Formatting. Please wait." will be displayed.

Using a DVD-R

It is not necessary to format a new DVD-R disc. When it is inserted, it will operate in Video mode. It can also be formatted in VR mode in the setup menu. You can change the disc mode only once when an unused DVD-R disc is inserted.

You can only use either the VR or Video mode on a DVD-RW/-R, but not both at the same time.

You can format a DVD-RW/-R to V or VR mode using disc setting.

It should be noted that the disc's data will be lost when changing formats.

Step 3 : Recording

There are two different recording methods, Direct Recording(recording a program you are currently watching) and Timer Recording. Timer recording is classiﬁed as follows : Recording mode : HQ (high quality mode), HSP, SP (standard quality mode), LSP, ESP, LP, EP, SLP (Long duration mode) according to the recording mode. When recording is set in the AUTO mode, the best quality picture is recorded with regards to the remaining time on the disc.

Step 4 : Playing

To start playback, select the title you want to play from the title list. A DVD consists of sections called titles, and sub sections called chapters. During recording, a title is created between two points where you start and stop recording. Chapters will be created automatically regardless of the disc type when it is set at the setup menu.

Step 5 : Editing a recorded disc

Editing on discs is easier than conventional video tapes. The recorder supports many different edit functions, possible only with DVDs. With a simple and easy edit menu, you can operate various edit functions, such as delete, rename, lock, etc., on a recorded title.

Creating a playlist (DVD-RAM/-RW/-R in VR mode)

With this recorder, you can create/edit a new playlist on the same disc without changing the original recording.

Step 6 : Finalizing & Playing on other DVD components

To play your DVD on other DVD players, ﬁnalizing may be necessary. First, ﬁnish all editing and recording operations, then ﬁnalize the disc.

When using a DVD-RW/-R disc in VR Mode

Although ﬁnalizing is generally unnecessary when playing the disc on a VR Mode compatible component, a ﬁnalized disc should be used for playback.

When using a DVD-RW/-R disc in Video Mode

The disc should be ﬁnalized ﬁrst to enable playback on anything other than this recorder. No more editing or recording can be made on the disc once it has been ﬁnalized.

When using a DVD+R disc

You should ﬁnalize the disc to play it on other DVD players. No more editing or recording can be made on the disc once it has been ﬁnalized.

You can ﬁnalize automatically using the EZ Record. (See page 38)

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UNPACKING

Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Video/Audio Cable

(AC39-00073A)

Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size)

(AC43-12002H)

RF cable

(AC39-42001J)

Instruction Manual

(AK68-01742A)

Remote Control (AK59-00061S)

Quick Guide

(AK68-01743A)

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Connecting the Power Cord

After all connections are complete, plug the power cord into a 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 normally, the current time is automatically set and displayed in the front panel display.

After the current time is set automatically, the recorder will perform Auto Preset for about 3 minutes. If power is on

Preparing the Remote Control

Installing batteries in the Remote Control

before ﬁnishing the Auto Preset process, Auto Preset will stop. In this case, do Auto Preset from MENU. (See page

29)

1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown.

If the remote control does not operate properly:

Check the polarity +/- of the batteries.

Check if the batteries are drained.

Check if the remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

Check if there is any ﬂuorescent lighting nearby.

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

You can then control the television using the following buttons.

Button Function

TV POWER Used to switch the television on and off. INPUT SEL. Used to select an external source. TV VOL +/- Used to adjust the volume of the television. CH (,.) Used to select the desired channel. 0~9 Used to input number directly. 100+ Button Used to select channels over 100.

You can control only Samsung TV with this remote control.

The various functions may not be able to be controlled on all televisions. If you encounter problems, operate the

television directly.

2. Install two AAA size batteries.

Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

3. Replace the cover.

Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.

Tour of the Remote Control

Press this when you use the DVD recorder/player.

Press this to operate your TV.

DVD Button

TV Button

POWER Button

Press to power the DVD Recorder on and off.

NUMBER Buttons

Press this to select channels 100 or higher.

Press to skip a disc backwards or forwards.

Forward/Rewind, Search, Skip, Stop, Play, Pause.

Playback-related Buttons

TV VOL (Volume) Button

Press this to bring up the DVD Recorder’s setup menu.

ENTER/Direction Buttons

(UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons)

This button functions as a toggle switch.

100+ Button

F.ADV/SKIP Button

TV volume adjustment

MENU Button

ANYKEY Button

Press this to set the status of the disc that is being played.

TITLE LIST/DISC MENU Button

Press this to enter the TITLE LIST/Disc menu.

INFO Button

Press this to display current setting or disc status.

INPUT SEL. Button

Press this to select the AV input signal in external input mode. (Tuner, AV input, DV input).

OPEN/CLOSE Button

Press this to open and close the disc tray.

TV POWER Button

Press to power your TV on and off.

SUBTITLE Button

Press this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.

AUDIO Button

Press this to access various audio functions. Selects one of the audio tracks recorded on the disc when pressed repeatedly. DVD-RW(VR)/-R (VR) : Selects the main or sub sound. DVD VIDEO : Selects the audio source.

CH Button

Use this to select a TV channel.

RETURN Button

Returns to a previous menu.

EXIT Button

Exit the current menu.

PLAY LIST/TITLE MENU Button

Press this to enter the Edit playlist/Title menu.

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Press this to make a recording on DVD-RAM/±RW/±R discs.

Press this to set the desired recording time and picture quality.

REC Button

REC Mode Button

TIMER REC Button

Press this when you use Timer Recording.

CANCEL Button

❋ This is a special remote control for the visually

impaired, and has Braille points on the POWER( ), STOP( ) and PLAY( ) buttons.

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DESCRIPTION

Front Panel

DVD OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON SEARCH/SKIP BUTTON PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON

STOP BUTTON REC BUTTON INPUT BUTTON

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY DVD DECK DV INPUT JACK

AUDIO L, R INPUT JACKS

(AV 2 IN)

VIDEO INPUT JACK (AV 2 IN) POWER BUTTON

Front Panel Display

● GETTING STARTED

In Disc Indicator Rec Indicator

TIMER Indicator

Disc Media Indicator

STATUS Indicator

Rear Panel

ANT IN/ANT OUT CONNECTORS HDMI OUT VIDEO INPUT JACK (AV 1 IN)

VIDEO OUT JACK (AV OUT)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT JACK (COAXIAL)

AUDIO OUT JACKS (COMPONENT OUT)

AUDIO OUT JACKS (AV OUT) AUDIO INPUT JACKS (AV 1 IN)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT JACKS

Connecting & Setting up

CONNECTING THE ANTENNA CABLE

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

Antenna + DVD Recorder + TV: No Cable box

You can record non-scrambled channels by selecting the channel on the DVD Recorder. Also use this method if you watch channels without a cable box.

WALL

TO ANT OUT

The VHF/UHF ANT (RF) OUT jack of this product sends only signals received through the antenna. It does not output

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Audio/Video signals. You must connect Audio/Video cables to view Video from the unit. (i.e. DVD playback)

RF Cable

(supplied)

To ANT INPUT

Antenna + Cable box + DVD Recorder + TV : Cable box with many scrambled channels

You can record channels by selecting the channel on the cable box. You cannot record one channel while watching another channel. Be sure that the cable box is turned on.

TO ANT IN

TO ANT OUT

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OUT

Cable box

The VHF/UHF ANT (RF) OUT jack of this product sends only signals received through the antenna. It does not output Audio/Video signals. You must connect Audio/Video cables to view Video from the unit. (i.e. DVD playback)

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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 DVD Recorder. You cannot record scrambled channels that require a cable box.

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TO ANT IN

TO ANT OUT

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Cable box

OUT

connecting & setting up

CONNECTING HDMI/DVI TO A TV

Connecting to a TV with an HDMI Jack

HDMI (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface) HDMI enables you to make a digital video and audio connection with a single cable. Using HDMI, the DVD player transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack. Using an HDMI- HDMI cable(not included) connect the HDMI OUT jack on the rear of the DVD Recorder to the HDMI IN jack of your TV. Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the HDMI signal from the DVD Recorder appears on your TV screen.

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To hear audio on your TV when using HDMI, set the digital audio output to PCM (2 channel). (See page 34~35) Depending on the HDMI device (TV/HDMI Receiver) you use, audio may not be supported.

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If your TV does not support Dolby digital/DTS, Audio output is not available when you set the Digital output as Bitstream or select DTS On in the Audio setup menu. In this case, set the digital audio output to PCM or DTS Off.

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f you use an HDMI cable to connect a Samsung TV to the DVD recorder, you can operate the recorder using the TV

remote control. (This is only available with SAMSUNG TVs that support Anynet+(HDMI CEC).) (See page 38~39)

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HDMI (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface) HDMI enables you to make a digital video and audio connection with a single cable. Using HDMI, the DVD Recorder transmits a digitial video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.

Please check the

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Connect the HDMI cable to the DVD Recorder when it is in stop mode.

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' logo (If your TV has an ' logo, then it supports Anynet+ function.)

Connecting to a TV with a DVI Jack

Using an HDMI-DVI cable (not included), connect the HDMI OUT terminal on the rear of the DVD Recorder to the DVI IN terminal of your TV. An HDMI to DVI connection requires a separate audio connection, using the audio cables, connect the AUDIO (red and white) OUT (AV OUT) terminals on the rear of the DVD Recorder to the AUDIO (red and white) IN terminals of your TV. Turn on the DVD Recorder and TV. Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the DVI signal from the DVD Recorder appears on your TV screen.

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White

● CONNECTING & SETTING UP

To set the HDMI output resolution (480p/720p/1080i/1080p), see page 33.

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HDMI (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface)

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HDMI enables you to make a digital video and audio connection with a single cable. Using HDMI, the DVD recorder transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.

HDMI is completely compatible with DVI.

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The only difference between HDMI and DVI is that HDMI supports multi-channel audio.

HDMI connection description

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HDMI connector - Both uncompressed video and digital audio data (LPCM or Bit Stream data).

- Even though the DVD Recorder records analog audio and video, with HDMI the analog signal is converted to digital signal and is sent to the TV.

- If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), snow noise appears on the screen.

Why does Samsung use HDMI?

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Analog TVs require an analog video/audio signal. However, when playing a DVD, the data transmitted to a TV is digital. Therefore either a digital-to-analog converter (in the DVD Recorder) or an analog-to-digital converter (in the TV) is required. During this conversion, the picture quality is degraded due to noise and signal loss. HDMI technology is superior because it requires no digital-to-analog conversion and is a pure digital signal from the DVD Recorder to your TV.

What is the HDCP?

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HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is a system for protecting DVD content output via HDMI 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.

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CONNECTING THE VIDEO OUTPUT

Besides HDMI, there are several ways to connect your DVD Recorder. Select one of the video connections on the following pages.

Connecting to Component Video Input Jacks (Y, PB, PR)

Connect Component video cables (not supplied) between the COMPONENT OUT (Y, PB, PR) jacks on the DVD Recorder and COMPONENT IN (Y, PB, PR) jacks on your TV.

BlueGreen Red

You will enjoy high quality images. Component video separates the picture element into black and white(Y),

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blue(PB), red(PR) signals to present clear and clean images. Connect the audio cables(white and red) between the Component AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder

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and Component AUDIO IN jacks on your TV(or AV ampliﬁer). (See pages 23~24) Progressive scan

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- If your TV supports Progressive Scan, you can enjoy higher quality video by (The component cable has to be connected.) (see page 34)

Compared to standard interlaced video, progressive scan doubles the amount of video lines fed to your TV, resulting

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in a clearer, more stable, and ﬂicker free image than interlaced video. The component output jack of the DVD recorder can be used for progressive output mode, which is only available with TVs that support progressive scan.

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Progressive Scan Output (480 Consumers should note that not all high deﬁnition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. If you experience 480 recommended that you switch the connection to the ‘standard deﬁnition’ output. If there are questions regarding TV set compatibility with this model, please contact our customer service center at 1-800-SAMSUNG.

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The Component jacks will not output video resolutions above 480 DVD-R174 to your TV with an HDMI-HDMI cable. With HDMI connected, between all available resolutions. (See page 33)

p progressive scan picture problems, it is

p. To view 720p and 1080i and1080p connect the

Progressive Scan Setting.

set the progressive scan to alternate

Connecting to a Video Input Jacks

Connect a video(yellow) cable between the VIDEO(yellow) OUT jack on the DVD Recorder and VIDEO(yellow) IN jack on the TV.

RedYellow White