Samsung DVD-VR375 User Manual

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DVD-VR370 DVD-VR375

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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 QUALIFIFD SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

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

DVD RECORDER & VCR USES AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IFDIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE RECORDER CORRECTLY 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 QUALIFIFD SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.

Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug. Replacement covers are available from your dealer.

If the ﬁtted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.

However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains jack, as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared ﬂexible cord.

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

The product unit accompanying this user manual is licenced under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties. This licence is limited to private noncommercial use by end-user consumers for licenced contents.

No rights are granted for commercial use. The licence does not cover any product unit other than this product unit and the licence does not extend to any unlicenced product unit or process conforming to ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3 used or sold in combination with this product unit. The licence only covers the use of this product unit to encode and/or decode audio ﬁles conforming to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3. No rights are granted under this licence for product features or functions that do not conform to the ISO/IEC 11172-3 or ISO/IEC 13818-3.

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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 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

8) (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding- type plug. A polarized plug has

9) 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.

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

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

Only use attachments/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

11)

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the

12) manufacturer, or 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. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been

14) 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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Handling Cautions

Before connecting other components to this DVD Recorder & VCR, be sure to turn them all off.

Do not move the DVD Recorder & VCR while a disc is being played, or the disc may be scratched or

broken, the DVD Recorder & VCR internal parts may be damaged. Do not put a ﬂower vase ﬁlled with water or any small metal objects on the DVD Recorder & VCR.

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 DVD

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

Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the DVD Recorder & VCR after use.

Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the DVD Recorder & VCR

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.

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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 & VCR 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/±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 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.

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If you move your DVD Recorder & VCR 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, do not connect the plug to the power outlet and wait for two hours. Then insert the disc and try to play back again.

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Disc Speciﬁcations

DVD-VR370

This unit allows you to record and playback high quality digital images on a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R disc. You can record and edit digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R discs as if they were VCR tapes. (DVD+RW/DVD+R discs can be played, but cannot be recorded.)

DVD-VR375

This unit allows you to record and playback high quality digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs. You can record and edit digital video on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs as if they were VCR tapes.

Disc Type

DVD-Video

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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 digital surrounding, allowing you to enjoy vivid and clear theatre quality images in the comfort of your own home.

When switching from the ﬁrst layer to the second layer of a dual-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 ﬁnalised, it is playable in a standard DVD player.

Audio CD

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

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

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

CD-RW/-R

MP3 CD-RW/-R

❖

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 32 Kbps to 320Kbps.

The unit can handle a maximum of 499 ﬁles and folders.

DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs that contain MP3 ﬁles can be played back.

JPEG CD-RW/-R

❖

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

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

playback 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.

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Using MPEG4 disc

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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 x576 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 ﬁnalised, you cannot perform additional

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

In both modes, playback can be performed before and after ﬁnalisation, but additional recording, deleting

and editing can not be performed after ﬁnalisation. 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 mode may not be played by existing DVD players.

DVD-RW/-R (Video mode)

- The disc can be played by an existing DVD player once it has been ﬁnalised.

- If a disc that has been recorded in Video mode by a different manufacturer's recorder but has not been ﬁnalised it cannot be played or recorded by this recorder.

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.

DVD+R Disc Playback and Recording

Once a DVD+R is recorded and ﬁnalised, 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 programmes and erasing programmes before ﬁnalising. 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 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.

This unit can play back DVD+R discs recorded and ﬁnalised 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.

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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).

Finalising 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 the disc only.

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 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 & VCR 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.

• It is permissible to record television programmes, ﬁlm, video tapes and other material only in the event that third party copyrights and other rights are not violated.

Protection

Programme-protected: See page 70 “Locking a Title”

Disc-protected : See page 76 “Disc Protection”

DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs that are incompatible with the DVD-VIDEO format can not be played with this product.

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 following unexpected problems including, without limitation, 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, DVD-ROM discs should not be used in this product.

[Note]

Disc types that can be played : CD/CD-RW/-R/MP3/JPEG/DVD-Video/DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R. For a DVD-RW/-R disc, which has been recorded in Video Mode on another component, it can play only when ﬁnalised.

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

A 8X speed DVD+RW or greater disc can be played, but maximum recording speed is 4x.

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

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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 & VCR 14 Unpacking 16 Tour of the Remote Control 17 Description

20 Connecting DVD Recorder & VCR to the TV

using the RF Cable

21 Connecting DVD Recorder & VCR to the TV

using the Audio/Video Cable

22 Connecting the Component Video Cable 23 Connecting HDMI/DVI to a TV

(DVD-VR375 only)

25 AV Receiver Connections 26 Connecting External Devices

28 On-Screen Menu Navigation 28 Plug & Auto Setup 29 Tuner Preset 30 Clock Set 31 Setting up the Video Options 33 Setting up the Audio Options 36 Setting up the Features 40 Setting up the Options

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PLAYBACK

44 Region code (DVD-Video only) 44 Logos of Discs that can be played 45 Disc types that can be played 46 Playing a Disc 47 Using the Disc Menu & Title Menu 47 Using the playback related buttons 48 Using the ANYKEY button 51 Playing an Audio CD/MP3 52 Playing back a Picture Disc 53 Playing an MPEG4 Disc 54 Playing back a VHS Tape (VCR)

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RECORDING

56 Recordable discs 57 Recording Mode 58 Unrecordable pictures 59 Recording immediately 60 Recording through the DV Input jack

(DVD-VR375 only)

60 Making a One Touch Recording (OTR) 61 Making a Timer Recording 63 Editing the Timer List 63 Deleting the Timer List 64 Basic VCR Recording 65 Check Remaining Time 65 Special Recording Features 66 Dubbing to DVD or VIDEO 67 DV Dubbing (DVD-VR375 only)

EDITING

REFERENCE

APPENDIX

69 Playing the Title List 70 Basic Editing (Title List) 73 Advanced Editing (Playlist) 76 Disc Setting

80 Troubleshooting

83 Speciﬁcations

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GENERAL FEATURES

DVD-VR370

DVD-VR375

High quality digital audio and 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 15-hours on a dual-layer 8.5GB DVD±R disc, and up to 8-hours on a 4.7GB DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc, depending on the recording mode.

Creating a DVD video title using DVD±RW/±R disc

With the DVD Recorder & VCR, you can create your own DVD Video titles on 4.7 GB DVD±RW/±R or 8.5GB DVD±R discs.

A Variety of Recording Options

You can set your DVD Recorder & VCR 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 data from a digital camcorder using a DV input jack

Record digital camcorder images onto DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs using the DV input jack (IEEE 1394-4pin/4pin). (See page 60) (DVD-VR375 only)

High quality progressive scan

Progressive scanning provides high resolution and ﬂicker free video. The 10-bit 54-MHz DAC and 2D Y/C Separating Circuitry provides the highest image playback and recording quality. Component progressive scan output video is available in both DVD and VCR modes.

When the HDMI cable is connected, 'off' can not be selected. (See page 33) (DVD-VR375 only)

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

Integrated menu system 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 images in speciﬁc sequence according to your needs.

DivX Certiﬁcation

DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an ofﬁcial DivX Certiﬁed or DivX Ultra Certiﬁed device that plays DivX video.

HDMI (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI reduces picture noise by allowing a pure digital video/audio signal path from the DVD Recorder & VCR to your TV. (DVD-VR375 only)

EZ Record Mode

This function allows you initialise and Finalise a disc automatically. (See page 38)

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BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL

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 on DVD or DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R(V)/+R discs that have been ﬁnalised.

Z X

DVD

RAM This involves a function available on DVD-RAM.

C V

K L

B G A

J M N

-RW This involves a function available on DVD-RW.

-R This involves a function available on DVD-R.

+RW This involves a function available on DVD+RW.

+R This involves a function available on DVD+R.

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

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

MP3 This involves a function available on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/±R discs.

MPEG4 This involves a function available in a data DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs.

VHS This involves a function available in VIDEO Tape.

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

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

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

About the use of this user’s manual

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

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

If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting. (See pages 80~82)

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HOW TO USE THE DVD RECORDER & VCR

Step 1 : Select the disc type

Please check available disc type before recording.

DVD-VR370

(DVD+RW/DVD+R discs can be played, but cannot be recorded.)

DVD-VR375

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

Step 2 : Format the disc to start recording

Unlike a VCR, the DVD Recorder & VCR 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.

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Step 3 : Recording

There are two different recording methods, Direct Recording (recording a programme 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, dubbing, rename, lock, etc., on a recorded title.

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

With this DVD Recorder & VCR, you can create a new playlist on a disc and edit it without the original, pre-existing recording.

Step 6 : Finalising & Playing on other DVD components

To play your DVD on other DVD components, ﬁnalising may be necessary. First, ﬁnish all editing and recording operations, then ﬁnalise the disc.

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

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

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

The disc should be ﬁnalised 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 ﬁnalised. To enable recording on the disc again, the disc must be unﬁnalised.

When using a DVD+R disc

You should ﬁnalise the disc to play it on a component other than this DVD Recorder & VCR. No more editing or recording can be made on the disc once it has been ﬁnalised.

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

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UNPACKING

Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Video/Audio Cable RF Cable for TV HDMI Cable Remote Control

Batteries for Remote Control

(AAA Size)

User's Manual

Quick Guide

Preparing the Remote Control

Installing batteries in the Remote Control

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

If the remote does not operate properly :

Check the polarity +/– of the batteries (Dry-Cell)

Check if the batteries are drained.

Check if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

Check if there is any ﬂ uorescent lighting nearby.

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

To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below.

Switch your television on.

Point the remote control towards the television.

Press and hold the TV button and enter the two-ﬁ gure code corresponding to the brand of your television,

3. by pressing the appropriate number buttons.

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.

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Controllable TV Codes

BRAND SELECT NUMBER

SAMSUNG TV +01, +02, +03, +04, +05, +06, +35

AKAI TV +12

BANG & OLUFSEN TV +22

BLAUPUNKT TV +09

BRANDT TV +14

BRIONVEGA TV +22

CGE TV +21

CONTINENTAL EDISON TV +24

FERGUSON TV +14

FINLUX TV +02, +17, +21

FISHER TV +12

FORMENTI TV +22

GRUNDIG TV +09, +17, +21

HITACHI TV +11, +13, +14, +24

IMPERIAL TV +21

JVC TV +32

LG TV +02, +30

LOEWE TV +02

LOEWE OPTA TV +02, +22

METZ TV +22

MITSUBISHI TV +02, +16

MIVAR TV +21, +29

NOKIA TV +23

NORDMENDE TV +13, +14, +22, +24

BRAND SELECT NUMBER

PANASONIC TV +08, +23, +24, +25, +26, +27

PHILIPS TV +02, +20, +22

PHONOLA TV +02, +20, +22

PIONEER TV +14, +23

RADIOLA TV +02, +20

RADIOMARELLI TV +22

REX TV +23

SABA TV +13, +14, +22, +23, +24

SALORA TV +23

SANYO TV +12, +16

SCHNEIDER TV +02

SELECO TV +23

SHARP TV +10, +16, +31

SIEMENS TV +09

SINGER TV +22

SINUDYNE TV +22

SONY TV +15, +16

TELEAVA TV +14

TELEFUNKEN TV +14, +24, +28

THOMSON TV +13, +14, +24

THOMSON ASIA TV +33, +34

TOSHIBA TV +07, +16, +17, +18, +19, +21

WEGA TV +22

YOKO TV +02

Result : If your television is compatible with the remote control, it will switch off.

It is now programmed to operate with the remote control.

If several codes are indicated for your television brand, try each one in turn until you ﬁnd one that works.

If you replace the remote control’s batteries, you must set the brand code again.

Then you can control the television using the following buttons after pressing the TV button.

Button Function

TV STANDBY/ON 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.

PROG/TRK (

, .

) Used to select the desired channel.

TV MUTE Used to toggle the sound on and off.

Number Used to input number directly.

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TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

Your DVD Recorder & VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands.

Press this when you use a DVD.

DVD Button

TV Button

Press this to operate TV.

STANDBY/ON Button

Number Button

ANGLE Button

F.ADV/SKIP Button

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

Brings up the DVD Recorder & VCR’s setup menu.

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

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

Press this when you dubbing from the VCR to the DVD.

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

Playback-related Buttons

TV VOL (Volume) Button

TV volume adjustment.

MENU Button

OK/Direction Buttons

(UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT Buttons)

This button functions as a toggle switch.

This will display current setting or disc status.

TITLE LIST/DISC MENU Button

Press this to enter the Title List/Disc menu.

Press this to switch the DVD’s subtitle language.

INFO Button

SUBTITLE Button

ANYKEY Button

REC Button

TO DVD DUBBING Button

VHS Video tape.

REC SPEED Button

VCR Button

Press this when you use a VCR mode.

INPUT SEL. Button

Select input signal in external input mode [Prog., AV1, AV2 or DV input (DVD-VR375 only)].

OPEN/CLOSE Button

To open and close the disc tray.

TV STANDBY/ON Button

AUDIO Button

Use this to access various audio functions on a disc (DVD mode).

TV MUTE Button

This operates as sound mute (TV mode).

PROG/TRK Button

Press this to select a TV channel/Press this to remove the white line.

RETURN Button

Returns to previous menu.

EXIT Button

PLAY LIST/TITLE MENU Button

Press this to enter the Edit playlist/Title menu.

TV/VCR Button (Not available)

EZ REC MODE Button

TIMER REC Button

Press this when you use Timer Recording.

TO VCR DUBBING Button

Press this when you dubbing from the DVD to the VCR.

CANCEL Button

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DESCRIPTION

Front Panel (DVD-VR370)

Front Panel (DVD-VR375)

DVD OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON VCR DECK VCR EJECT BUTTON

PROG(,/.), SEARCH/SKIP BUTTON

RECORD BUTTON DUBBING BUTTONS DVD/VCR SELECT BUTTON

FRONT PANEL DISPLAY

VIDEO INPUT JACK (AV2 IN)

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON STOP BUTTON

DVD DECK

STANDBY/ON BUTTON

AUDIO INPUT JACK (AV2 IN)

DV IN JACK (DVD-VR375 only)

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Rear Panel (DVD-VR370)

Rear Panel (DVD-VR375)

AUDIO L, R OUT JACKS VIDEO/AUDIO JACK (AV1 IN) COMPONENT VIDEO OUT JACKS

AERIAL IN CONNECTOR OUT TO TV CONNECTOR VIDEO/AUDIO JACK (AV OUT)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)

The Antenna connection does not pass the output signal of the DVD Recorder & VCR.

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To watch output signal of the DVD Recorder & VCR, you must connect audio/video.

HDMI OUT JACK (DVD-VR375 only)

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Front Panel Display

In Disc Indicator Progressive Scan Indicator

VCR view

Disc Media Indicator

Indicator STATUS Indicator TIMER Indicator

DVD view

Indicator

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CONNECTING DVD RECORDER & VCR TO THE TV USING THE RF CABLE

Make sure that both the television and the DVD Recorder & VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.

Remove the aerial or network input cable from the television.

Connect this cable to the 75Ω aerial jack marked on the rear of your DVD Recorder & VCR.

Plug the RF Cable supplied into the jack on your DVD Recorder & VCR.

Plug the other end of the RF Cable into the connector previously used for the aerial on the television.

The RF cable connection of this product sends only signal of TV.

You must connect Audio/Video cables to watch a DVD and Video tape from your DVD Recorder & VCR.

To RF IN

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To RF OUT

To ANT INPUT

CONNECTING DVD RECORDER & VCR TO THE TV USING THE AUDIO/VIDEO CABLE

You can connect your DVD Recorder & VCR to the television using the Audio/Video cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus:

Obtain better quality sound and pictures

Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD Recorder & VCR

Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the RF Cable supplied. Otherwise, no picture

will be visible on the screen when the DVD Recorder & VCR is switched off.

Make sure that both the television and the DVD Recorder & VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.

Connect the RF Cable.

Connect one end of the Audio/Video cable to the Video output and Audio L, R output jack on the rear of the DVD Recorder & VCR.

Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.

Aerial cable

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Aerial

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RF cable

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COMP ONENT INPU T

CONNECTING THE COMPONENT VIDEO CABLE

You will enjoy high quality accurate colour reproduction images. Component video seperates the picture element into black and white(Y), blue(PB), red(PR) signals to present most clear and clean images.

Connect Component video cables between the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear of the DVD

Recorder & VCR and COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks on the rear of the TV.

Connect audio cables between the audio output jacks on the rear of the DVD Recorder & VCR and

AUDIO IN jacks on the rear of the TV.

Take care to respect the colour coding of the up and down channels.

Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the Component signal from the DVD Recorder

& VCR appears on your TV screen.

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Make sure that the colour coded connections match. That is, the Y, PB and PR component output jacks of your DVD

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Recorder & VCR should be connected to the exact corresponding component input jacks on your TV. Otherwise, red or blue images will be displayed on the TV screen.

Consumers should note that not all high deﬁ nition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may

cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that you switch the connection to the standard deﬁ nition output. If there are questions regarding your Samsung TV set’s compatibility with this DVD Recorder & VCR, please contact our customer service centre.

Component cable

(not supplied)

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See your TV User’s Manual to ﬁ nd out if your TV supports Progressive Scan.

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If Progressive Scan is supported, follow the TV User’s instructions regarding Progressive Scan settings in the TV’s menu system.

Depending on your TV, the method of connection may differ from the illustration above.

What is “Progressive Scan”?

Progressive scan has twice as many scanning lines as the interlace output method has. Progressive scanning method can provide better and clearer picture quality.

You must connect the DVD Recorder & VCR to the component(s) before using the Progressive Scan feature.

The Component jacks will not output video resolutions above 576p.

To view 720p, 1080i and 1080p, connect the DVD Recorder & VCR to your TV with the HDMI cable. (DVD-VR375 only)

CONNECTING HDMI/DVI TO A TV (DVD-VR375 ONLY)

If your TV has an HDMI/DVI input, connect the HDMI/DVI cable to the TV. You will enjoy the best quality images and sounds.

Case 1 : Connecting to a TV with HDMI Jack

Using the HDMI cable, connect the HDMI OUT jack on the rear of the DVD Recorder & VCR 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 & VCR

appears on your TV screen.

HDMI cable

If the DVD Recorder & VCR is connected to your TV in HDMI 1080p output mode, you must use High

speed(category2) HDMI cable.

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Case 2 : Connecting to a TV with DVI Jack

Using the DVI Adapter Cable, connect the HDMI OUT jack on the rear of the DVD Recorder & VCR to the

DVI IN jack of your TV. Using the audio cables, connect the AUDIO (red and white) OUT jacks on the rear of the DVD Recorder &

VCR to the AUDIO (red and white) IN jacks of your TV. Turn on the DVD Recorder & VCR and TV. Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the DVI signal from the DVD Recorder & VCR

appears on your TV screen.

DVI adapter cable

(not supplied)

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White

Depending on the HDMI device (TV/HDMI Receiver) you use, audio may not be supported. If TV does not support

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

If you connect the HDMI cable between Samsung TV, you can operate easily DVD Recorder & VCR using the TV

remote control. (This is only available with Samsung TVs that support Anynet+(HDMI CEC).) (See pages 38~39) Please check the ' logo (If your TV has an ' logo, then it supports Anynet+ function.)

To change HDMI output resolution, see page 32.

HDMI (High Deﬁ nition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is an interface to enable the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single connector. Since HDMI is based on DVI, it is completely compatible with DVI. The only difference between HDMI and DVI is that HDMI supports multi-channel audio. Using HDMI, the DVD Recorder & VCR transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.

HDMI connection description

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

Though the DVD Recorder & VCR uses an HDMI cable, the DVD Recorder & VCR outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV.

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

Why does Samsung use HDMI?

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 & VCR) 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 D/A conversion and is a pure digital signal from the DVD Recorder & VCR to your TV.

What is the HDCP?

HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is a system for protecting DVD content outputted 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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AV RECEIVER CONNECTIONS

● CONNECTING & SETTING UP

To take full advantage of the movie theatre experience that DVD offers, you may want to connect your DVD Recorder & VCR to a complete Surround Sound system, including an A/V Receiver and six Surround Sound speakers. If your A/V receiver is equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder, you have the option to bypass the DVD Recorder & VCR’s built-in Dolby Digital Decoder. Use the Digital Audio Out connection below. To enjoy Dolby digital or DTS sound, you must set up the audio settings. (See page 34)

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #: 5,451,942 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Out are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Connect a Digital Audio coaxial cables from the Digital Audio Out jacks on the rear panel of the DVD

Recorder & VCR to their corresponding Digital Audio Input jacks on your A/V Receiver :

Rear(L)

Front(L)

To Digital Audio Input of an A/V Receiver with a Dolby, MPEG2 or DTS Digital Decoder

Rear(R)

Front(R)

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CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES

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

Case 1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB) or DVD Recorder & VCR to the AUDIO/VIDEO AV 1 IN jacks.

Case 2 : Connecting a Camcorder to the AV 2 IN in jacks.

Case 3 : Connecting a DV Device to the DV IN jack

Case1 : Connecting a VCR, Set-Top Box(STB) or DVD Recorder & VCR to the AUDIO/VIDEO AV 1 IN jacks

Connecting a VCR or external device to AUDIO/VIDEO AV 1 IN jacks of the DVD Recorder & VCR. You can record from connected equipment (VCR, STB or DVD).

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You can also use the AV 2 IN jacks on the front panel of the DVD Recorder & VCR.

Copy protected content cannot be recorded.

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+ 59 hidden pages

Samsung DVD-VR375 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

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WARNING

PRECAUTION

GENERAL FEATURES

BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL

HOW TO USE THE DVD RECORDER & VCR

UNPACKING

TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

DESCRIPTION

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CONNECTING THE COMPONENT VIDEO CABLE

AV RECEIVER CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES