Samsung GX-SM530CF-XAA User Manual

The purpose of Safety Concerns is to ensure users’ safety and to prevent property losses. Please read this document carefully for proper use.

Part No: GL68-00568A(Ed.03)

USER MANUAL

SMART Media Player (GX-SM530CF)

Notice: This product is for one way cable only, not interactive cable.

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afety Information

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

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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.

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

TO REDUCE THE

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

WARNING

To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

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 NsOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This product satisfies CE 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE

If the power plug on this unit does not fit the wall outlets in your house, have the wall outlets replaced with outlets that fit by a licensed electrician. If the power cord is not long enough, obtain a suitable, safety-approved extension cord. If you have questions about the power cord or plug, or need additional help, consult your dealer for assistance.

To turn off this unit completely, you must disconnect it from the wall outlet. Consequently, the unit's power plug must be readily accessible at all times.

This product is manufactured under license in accordance with certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties.

FCCNOTES(FORU.S.A)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on.

If interference is present, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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This class B digital product meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.

safety Information

PRECAUTIONS

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 AV receivers) 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 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

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at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

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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

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periods of time.

FCC NOTES (for U.S.A)

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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required

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when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the 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.

HANDLINGCAUTIONS

WARNING

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If you position this product near a wireless device, noise may appear on the TV you have connected the unit to when the TV is on.

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Never remove the top cover of this product. There are no user-serviceable parts inside it.

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Make sure all electrical connections are properly made.

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Connect all equipment to the unit first, and then plug in their power cords.

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Disconnect the Smart Media Player’s power plug from the wall outlet before you disconnect any equipment from the product’s rear panel.

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Never push anything into the holes, slots or other openings in the case.

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If the supplied power plug does not fit your wall outlets DO NOT plug it in. Have the wall outlets replaced with appropriate wall outlets by a qualified electrician.

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To turn off this product completely, you must disconnect it from the wall outlet. Consequently, the unit's power plug must be readily accessible at all times.

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This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity.

safety Information

Handling Cautions

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CAUTION

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Do not move the Smart Media Player when it is on.

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Do not use or store the Smart Media Player in hot, cold, damp or dusty places.

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Do not block the ventilation holes of the Smart Media Player. Leave a space of at least 2 inches (5cm) around all sides.

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Never place the Smart Media Player on soft furnishings or carpets.

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Do not put anything on the Smart Media Player which might spill liquid into it or place it in an environment where it may be subject to moisture or rain.

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Do not place the Smart Media Player on top of other powered electrical equipment such as an amplifier or DVD player.

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Do not operate in an enclosed space such as a Hi-Fi cabinet.

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Do not allow the power cable or DC wire from the power supply to become trapped under any object, crushed or jammed in a cabinet door.

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Do not clean with spray polish.

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Only dust with a dry cloth.

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Do not place the Smart Media Player in front of a heat source such as a radiator or fire.

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ontents

Getting Started

Media File Format Compatibility ............

Accessories ............................

Front Panel AND Rear Panel ...............

Remote Control .........................

Connections

Installing a CableCARD ...................

Tuning Adapter .........................

Connecting to a TV ......................

Connecting to an Audio System ............

Connecting to a Network Router ...........

Connecting the Power ...................

Settings

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The Setup Procedure .....................

The Home Screen .......................

Accessing the Settings Screen ..............

Display ................................

Audio ................................

Broadcasting ...........................

Network ..............................

Smart Features .........................

System ................................

Support ...............................

DTV Functions

Watching TV Channels ...................

Editing Channels ........................

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15 15 16 17 18 20

21 25 26 27 31 33 37 44 45 51

55 56

Viewing the Guide Screen .................

Media Play

The Samsung Link Screen .................

Playing Files on a USB Device ..............

Using the Samsung Link Network Function ....

Controlling Video Playback ................

Controlling Music Playback ................

Playing Photo Contents ...................

Network Services

Logging In to Your Samsung Account ........

Before Using Apps .......................

Using Apps ............................

Screen Mirroring ........................

Using the Web Browser ...................

Linking Your Internet Service Accounts to

the Smart Media Player ...................

Appendix

Additional Information ...................

Troubleshooting ........................

Specifications ..........................

Network Service Disclaimer ................

Licence ...............................

Samsung Brand Products

LIMITED WARRANTY TO

ORIGINAL PURCHASER ................ 99

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The GX-SM530CF is an Hybrid Type digital HD Smart Media Player that supports MSO Cable TV and OTT Service, Multi-Media File Playback, Samsung Apps, and Samsung Link.

MEDIAFILEFORMATCOMPATIBILITY

Contents your product can play

* For more information on the file format, refer to pages 7~10.

etting Started

Contents Media Details

VIDEO / MUSIC / PHOTO USB Video, music and photos stored in USB drive.

Getting Started

Media File Format Compatibility

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Supported Formats

Video File Support

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Limitations

-Normal playback is not guaranteed if the file’s container information is wrong or the file itself is corrupted.

-Files having a higher Bit rate/frame rate than indicated in the table on page 8 may stutter when played back.

-The Seek (Jump) function is not available if the file’s index table is damaged.

-When you playback a file remotely through a network connection, video playback may stutter depending on the network speed.

-Some USB/Digital camera devices may not be compatible with the product.

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Video decoder

-Supports up to H.264 Level 4.1. (Does not support FMO/ASO/RS)

-Does not support VC1/AP/L4.

-CODECs except for WMVv7, v8, MSMPEG4 v3, MVC, VP6

-Below 1280 x 720 : 60 frames max.

-Above 1280 x 720 : 30 frames max.

-Does not support GMC 2 or higher.

-Supports SVAF (Top/Bottom, Side by Side).

-Supports MVC (Frame Packing).

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Audio decoder

-Supports WMA 10 PRO (Up to 5.1).

-Does not support WMA lossless audio.

-Supports ADPCM IMA, MS.

-Does not support ADPCM (A-Law, μ-Law).

-Does not support QCELP/AMR NB/WB.

-Supports vorbis (Up to 2ch).

-Supports Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus (2ch).

Getting Started

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Supported DivX subtitle file formats

-*.ttxt, *.smi, *.srt, *.sub, *.txt

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Some DivX, MKV and MP4 format files may not play, depending on their video resolution and frame rate.

Media File Format Compatibility

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*.avi

*.mkv

*.asf *.wmv *.mp4

*.3gp

*.vro *.mpg

*.mpeg

*.ts

*.tp

*.trp

*.mov

*.flv

*.vob

*.svi *.m2ts

*.mts

*.divx

*.webm

AV I

MKV

ASF

MP4

3GP

MOV

FLV VRO VOB

PS TS

SVAF

WebM VP8 1920x1080

DivX 3.11 / 4 / 5 / 6

MPEG4 SP/ASP

H.264 BP/MP/HP

Motion JPEG

Microsoft MPEG-4 v3

Window Media Video v7, v8, v9

MPEG2

MPEG1

VP6 640x480

MVC

(WMV v7, v8, MSMPEG4 v3 :

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1280x720)

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Dolby Digital

ADPCM(IMA, MS)

HE-AAC

Dolby Digital Plus

MPEG(MP3)

LPCM

AAC

WMA

Getting Started

Media File Format Compatibility

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Supported Subtitle File Formats

External

Name File Extension

MPEG-4 Timed text

SAMI

SubRip

SubViewer

Micro DVD

SubStation Alpha

Advanced SubStation Alpha

Powerdivx

.ttxt

.smi

.srt

.sub

.sub or.txt

.ssa

.ass

.psb

Advanced SubStation Alpha

Internal

Name File Extension

Xsub

SubStation Alpha

SubRip

MPEG-4 Timed text MP4

AV I

MKV

Music File Support

File Extension Type Codec Support Range File Extension Type Codec Support Range

*.mp3

*.m4a *.mpa

*.aac

*.flac

*.ogg

MPEG

MPEG4

MPEG1 Audio Layer 3 -

AAC -

FLAC

OGG

FLAC Supports up to 2ch

Vorbis Supports up to 2ch

*.wma

*.mid

*.midi

WMA

midi

Supports WMA 10 Pro (Up to 5.1).

WMA

Does not support WMA lossless

Supports up to M2 profile.

Does not support LBR mode.

midi type 0 and type 1

audio.

*.wav

wav

wav - *.ape

ape

Getting Started

Media File Format Compatibility

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Picture File Support

File Extension Type Resolution

*.jpg

*.jpeg

*.png

*.bmp

*.mpo

JPEG

PNG

BMP

MPO

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4096x4096

15360x8640

Notes on the USB connection

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Your product supports USB storage media, MP3 products, digital cameras, and USB card readers.

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Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the product.

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Your product supports the FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS files systems (read only).

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Connect USB devices directly to the product’s USB port. Connecting through a USB cable may cause compatibility problems.

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Inserting more than one memory device into a multi-card reader may cause the reader to operate improperly.

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The product supports the PTP protocol.

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Do not disconnect a USB device during a "loading" process.

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The bigger the image resolution, the longer the image takes to display.

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This product cannot play MP3 files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) downloaded from commercial sites.

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The USB port on your product does not support videos with frame rates over 30 fps.

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Your product only supports USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices such as thumb drives, flash card readers and USB HDD. (HUB is not supported.)

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Certain USB HDD Devices, multi-card readers and thumb drives may not be compatible with this product.

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If some USB devices require excessive power, they may be limited by the circuit safety device.

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If playback from a USB HDD is unstable, provide additional power by plugging the HDD into a wall socket. If the problem continues, contact the USB HDD manufacturer.

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During the playback or copying, do not disconnect a USB device.

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SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.

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Your product does not support NTFS file compression, NTFS sparse file, or NTFS file encryption.

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You can repair or format a USB device on your Desktop PC. (MSWindows OS only)

POWER

Getting Started

Accessories

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ACCESSORIES

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Notice

This product is for one way cable only, not interactive cable.

Remote Control User Manual Power Adapter

Batteries for Remote

Quick Start Guide

Control (AAA Size)

Note:

CableCARD is not needed for setting up Smart Media Player. You can enjoy Apps, VOD and AllShare features and depending on your cable provider, you may be able to tune in Basic (Unencrypted) channels without a CableCARD. CableCARD can be installed when you order it from your cable service provider.

Connect to your TV set using HDMI cable.

2(a)

Use optical cable to connect theater system.

Audio

Optional

2(b)

Video/ Audio

The cable accessories (Coaxial cable, USB cable, Etherent cable, Optical digital audio cable, HDMI cable) specified on this page are not supplied.

POWER

Preparation

How to order a CableCARD for your device:

(1) You can pick up a CableCARD at one of your local cable

provider’s service centers.

(2) Or you can call your local cable provider and order a

CableCARD by phone and ask them to mail it to you.

Tell the customer service representative that you have purchased cable ready device and want to order a CableCARD. Also ask them if a tuning adaptor is needed.

Major Cable Provider’s contact information:

Comcast: 800-934-648 Time Warner Cable: xxx-xxx-xxxx Cox : xxx-xxx-xxxx Charter : xxx-xxx-xxxx Verizon: xxx-xxx-xxxx Cablevision : xxx-xxx-xxxx RCN : 888-891-7770 Suddenlink : 888-822-5151

For more questions on ordering a CableCARD, contact Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG.

Begin by watching setup video @ http://w.youtube.com/spsn/xzx

RF cable

Connect to your network through Ethernet or WiFi connection

Wired

3(a)

Network

Wireless Network

3(b)

PWRN/W

Remote Control

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You can obtain cable accessories that are not supplied from your local Samsung dealer.

Batteries for Remote

Control (AAA Size)

Power Adapter User Manual Quick Start Guide

FRONTPANELANDREARPANEL

PWR N/W

POWER LED

REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

NETWORK LED

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Power LED : Glows blue when the Smart Media Player is on.

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Network LED : Glows when the network connection is on and working correctly. Blinks if the network connection is faulty.

USB 0.5A

CableCARDTM SLOT

CABLE IN

OPTICAL OUT

HDMI OUT

LAN

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DC POWER

USB 0.5A

Getting Started

Remote Control

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REMOTECONTROL

Tour of the Remote Control

Turn the product on and off.

Press numeric buttons to operate

options or to access channels directly.

Used to toggle between normal &

Press to move to the home screen.

Press to search contents.

Press to use Tools menu.

Use to select menu items and change menu value./

Displays the Movies & TV Show Screen.

Displays the Screen Mirroring screen.

Press to skip backwards

Return to the previous menu.

Press to search backwards.

Press this to play a media file.

muted audio.

Volume adjustment.

or forwards.

Turn the TV on and off.

Tune to the previously viewed channel.

Press to change channels.

Displays the Live TV screen.

Displays the EPG (Electronic Program Guide.)

Press to display channel information or to display playback information while playing content from a USB device.

Press to exit the menu.

These buttons are used both for menus on the Smart Media Player and also several functions. Press to stop playback.

Press to enable or disable captions.

Press to search forwards.

Press to pause a media file.

Getting Started

Remote Control

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Installing batteries

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If the remote 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.

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

Setting the Remote Control to Operate Your TV

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

Turn your television on.

Point the remote control towards the television.

Press the TV button to set the remote to TV mode.

Press and hold the TV button, and then enter the two-figure code in the table to the right that corresponds to the brand of your television by pressing

the appropriate number buttons. If your television is compatible with the remote control, it will turn off. The remote is now programed to operate the TV.

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

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

You can control the TV function below with this remote control.

Button Function

TV Use to turn the television on and off.

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The function above will not necessarily work on all televisions. If you encounter problems, use the TV remote control.

Getting Started

TV Control Codes

Remote Control

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Brand Code

SAMSUNG

AIWA TV+82

ANAM

BANG &

OLUFSEN

BLAUPUNKT TV+71

BRANDT TV+73

BRIONVEGA TV+57

CGE TV+52

CONTINENTAL

EDISON

DAEWOO

EMERSON TV+64

FERGUSON TV+73

FINLUX TV+06, +49, +57

TV+01, +02, +03, +04, +05, +06, +07, +08, +09

TV+10, +11, +12, +13, +14, +15, +16, +17, +18

TV+57

TV+75

TV+19, +20, +23, +24, +25, +26, +27, +28, +29, +30, +31, +32, +33, +34

Brand Code

FORMENTI TV+57

FUJITSU TV+84

GRADIENTE TV+70

GRUNDIG TV+49, +52, +71

HITACHI TV+60, +72, +73, +75

IMPERIAL TV+52

JVC TV+61, +79

LOEWE TV+06, +69

LOEWE OPTA TV+06, +57

MAGNAVOX TV+40

METZ TV+57

MITSUBISHI TV+06, +48, +62, +65

MIVAR TV+52, +77

NEC TV+83

TV+06, +19, +20, +21, +22, +78

Brand Code

NEWSAN TV+68

NOBLEX TV+66

NOKIA TV+74

NORDMENDE TV+72, +73, +75

PANASONIC TV+53, +54, +74, +75

PHILIPS TV+06, +55, +56, +57

PHONOLA TV+06, +56, +57

PIONEER TV+58, +59, +73, +74

RADIOLA TV+06, +56

RADIOMARELLI TV+57

RCA TV+45, +46

REX TV+74

SABA

SALORA TV+74

SANYO

TV+57, +72, +73, +74, +75

TV+41, +42, +43, +44, +48

Brand Code

SCHNEIDER TV+06

SELECO TV+74

SHARP

SIEMENS TV+71

SINGER TV+57

SINUDYNE TV+57

SONY TV+35, +48

TELEAVA TV+73

TELEFUNKEN TV+67, +73, +75, +76

THOMSON TV+72, +73, +75

THOMSON ASIA TV+80, +81

TOSHIBA

WEGA TV+57

YOKO TV+06

ZENITH TV+63

TV+36, +37, +38, +39, +48

TV+47, +48, +49, +50, +51, +52

onnections

INSTALLINGACableCARD

Before inserting the CableCARD supplied by your Cable Service Provider, write down the CableCARD Serial Number (SN) and “MAC” address. When you contact your Cable Service provider to activate your cable service, they will ask for the CableCARD Serial number and possibly the MAC Address. To prevent the possibility of electrical damage, insert the CableCARD before you connect the power cord to the product.

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TUNINGADAPTER

To receive all of the digital channels your Cable Service Provider has to offer, you may need to install a Switched Digital Video Tuning Adapter, which will be supplied by your Cable Service Provider. Switched Digital Video (SDV) is an advanced technology that allows Cable Service Providers to better utilize existing cable capacity. The Tuning adapter must be installed correctly and connected to your Smart Media Player to receive channels delivered using SDV Technology.

If your Cable Service Provider does not utilize Switched Digital Video Technology, a Tuning Adapter is not required. Refer to the Tuning Adapter manual provided by your Cable Service provider.

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Connections

Connecting to a TV

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CONNECTINGTOATV

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Audio Video

Connect the product to your TV using an HDMI cable.

Turn on the product and TV.

Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the signal from the product appears on the TV screen.

▶

Do not connect the power cord until you have made all the other connections.

▶

When you change connections, turn off all devices before you start.

▶

If you use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to connect to your display device, you must also connect the Digital Audio Out on the product to an audio system to hear audio.

▶

An HDMI cable outputs digital video/audio, so you don’t need to connect an audio cable.

▶

Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work. Please refer to the user manual of your TV.

▶

When you connect the product to your TV for the first time using an HDMI cable or connect it to a new TV using an HDMI cable, it will automatically set the HDMI output resolution to the highest supported by the TV.

▶

A long HDMI cable may cause screen noise. If this occurs, set Deep Color to Off in the menu.

▶

If the product is connected to your TV in the HDMI 720p, 1080i, or 1080p output mode, you must use a High speed (category 2) HDMI cable.

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HDMI outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV. If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), random noise appears on the screen.

Connections

Connecting to an Audio System

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CONNECTINGTOANAUDIOSYSTEM

HIMI OUT HIMI IN

Audio

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Method 2

Connect the product to an audio system using one of the two methods illustrated above.

Turn on the product, audio system, and TV.

-Do not connect the power cord until you have made all the other connections.

-When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start.

Press the input selectors of the connected audio system and TV until the video signal from the product appears on your TV and you hear the audio signal through your audio system.

HIMI IN

Method 1

Audio / Video

Method 1) Connecting to an HDMI supported AV receiver

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Use an HDMI cable (not included)

Method 2) Connecting to an AV receiver with Optical input

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Use an Optical Cable (not included)

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You will hear sound only through the front two speakers with Digital Output set to PCM.

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Please refer to page 31 for detailed information.

Connections

Connecting to a Network Router

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CONNECTINGTOANETWORKROUTER

You can connect your product to your network router using one of the methods illustrated on page 18 or 19.

Wired Network

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▶

Internet access to Samsung’s software update server may not be allowed, depending on the router you use or your ISP’s policy. For more information, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider).

▶

DSL users, please use a router to make a network connection.

▶

To use the Samsung Link function with your PC, you must connect your PC to your network.

Broadband modem

(with integrated router)

Router

Broadband service

Broadband

modem

Broadband service

Connections

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Wireless Network

▶

If the wireless router supports DHCP, your product can use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network.

▶

Set your wireless router to Infrastructure mode. Ad-hoc mode is not supported.

▶

The product supports only the following wireless security key protocols:

WEP (OPEN/SHARED), WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES)

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Select a channel on the wireless router that is not currently being used. If the channel set for the wireless router is currently being used by another device nearby, it will result in interference and communication failure.

▶

In compliance with the newest Wi-Fi certification specifications, this product does not support WEP, TKIP, or TKIP-AES (WPS2 Mixed) security encryption in networks running in the 802.11n mode.

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If your router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect to the network via PBC (Push Button Configuration) or PIN (Personal Identification Number). WPS will automatically configure the SSID and WPA key in either mode.

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Wireless LAN, by its nature, may cause interference, depending on the operating conditions (router performance, distance, obstacles, interference by other radio devices, etc).

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To use the Samsung Link function with your PC, you must connect your PC to your network.

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Web Authentication based Internet services, such as Hotel on Office networks, are not supported during the Initial Installation.

Connecting to a Network Router

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Wireless Router

Broadband service

Connections

Connecting the Power

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CONNECTINGTHEPOWER

After connecting your Smart Media Player to your TV and audio system, connect the included power adaptor to the Smart Media Player, and then plug the power adaptor into a wall socket. When you plug in the power adapter for the first time, the Smart Media Player will turn on automatically and display the Initial Settings screen.

To turn off the product, press the

If you turn off the product by pressing the

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Active Standby mode: If the Quick Start option is set to On.

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Deep Sleep mode: If the Quick Start option is set to Off.

See page 45 for more information about the Quick Start option. (The setting you choose impacts the power consumption of the product when it is off.)

The POWER LED is turned off, but the NETWORK LED will flash on and off, depending on the network status.

Both the POWER LED and the NETWORK LED are turned off.

Power button on your remote control. To turn it on, press the Power button again.

Power button on your remote control, the product can be in one of two states:

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Power Adapter

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If power is disconnected from the Smart Media Player while it is operating normally, the product will turn on automatically when power is reconnected.

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If you insert a CableCARD into the Smart Media Player, the Quick Start option is forced On and the Smart Media Player will not enter Deep Sleep mode.

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If the Smart Media Player has been turned off or left unplugged for more than 1 week, the device may lose authorization for cable TV services. To restore cable TV services, please contact your cable service provider.

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THESETUPPROCEDURE

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The Home screen will not appear if you do not configure the initial settings.

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The OSD (On Screen Display) of this product may change after you upgrade the software version.

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The access steps may differ depending on the menu you selected.

Turn on your TV after connecting the Smart Media Player. When you connect the Smart Media Player to a TV for the first time, the product turns on automatically and the Initial Settings screen appears. See the Initial Settings Procedure below.

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When you connect the power to the Smart Media Player for the first time, the product turns on automatically. This is normal operation.

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PIN : The default security PIN is 0000. You can enter the PIN using the number buttons on your remote. To change the PIN, go to System

Security ¨ Change PIN in the system menu.

Run the Initial Settings procedure

Plug in the Smart Media Player, and then turn on your TV. When you connect the Smart Media Player to a TV for the first time, the product turns on automatically and the Initial Settings language screen appears. If the Language screen does not appear, change the TV’s source setting to the source you’ve connected the product to (for example, HDMI 1, HDMI 2). For instructions, see your TV’s user’s manual.

Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose a language, and then press the

button.

Press the E button. Use the ▲▼ buttons to set Daylight Savings on or off, and then press the E button. Setting it on sets the time one hour ahead. Press the ▼ button and then press the E button. Select your Time Zone and then press the E button. Press the ▶ button, and then press the E button.

Settings

The Setup Procedure

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On the Essential Details screen, Select Network type, and then press the E button. Select your Network type from the list, and then press the E button. If you have no network, select No Network.

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If you have connected a cable to the product’s LAN port, Network type defaults to Wired.

If you selected Wired, go to Step

6. If you selected Wireless, go to Step 10. If you selected No Network, go to Step 16.

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To use a CableCARD, you must connect your product to your network and the Internet.

Press the ▶ button, and then press the E button. The Network Checking screen appears and the Smart Media Player automatically verifies your wired network.

When verification is complete, the Network Setting screen appears displaying a confirmation message.

Select Close, and then press the E button. The Connect RF Cable screen appears.

If you have not installed a CableCARD and not connected a Tuning Adaptor,

go to Step 16. If you have installed a CableCARD, but have not connected a Tuning Adaptor, go to Step 18. If you have installed a CableCARD and connected a Tuning Adapter, go to Step 19.

10.

If you selected Wireless, the Smart Media Player automatically searches for and then lists all the wireless networks within range. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select your wireless network from the list, and then press the E button. The keyboard appears.

11.

If your network has a security key, use the keyboard to enter the key. Press the number buttons on your remote to enter numbers. Use the keyboard to enter letters. If you want to display the key as you enter it, select Show Password on the right. When done, use the ▲▼◀▶ buttons to select Done, and then press the

button.

If you have no key, go to Step 13.

12.

The Network Checking screen appears and the Smart Media Player automatically verifies your wireless network.

13.

When verification is complete, the Network Setting screen appears displaying a confirmation message.

Settings

The Setup Procedure

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14.

Select Close, and then press the E button. The Connect RF Cable screen appears.

15.

If you have not installed a CableCARD and not connected a Tuning Adaptor, go to Step 16. If you have installed a CableCARD, but have not connected a Tuning Adaptor, go to Step 18. If you have installed a CableCARD and connected a Tuning Adapter, go to Step 19.

16.

If you have not connected the RF cable from your cable outlet to your product, do it now.

you have connected the cable,

press the ▶ button, and then press the E button. If you have

already connected the RF cable, press the ▶ button, and then press the E button.

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The RF cable connects your product to the video transmissions from your cable company. If you don’t use an RF cable, select “I don’t use an RF cable” at the bottom of the screen, and then go to Step 26. Note that without an RF cable connection, you won’t be able to watch TV broadcasts.

If you have no network or have not connected the product to your network, go to Step 23.

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If your cable company provided a CableCARD, insert the card into the slot on the back of the Smart Media Player. The “CableCARD is inserted” message appears. Press the E button, and then go to Step 18.

already installed, press the E button, and then go to Step 18. If

you did not get a CableCARD or want to use your product without a CableCARD, select "I don't use a CableCARD". Then, press the

If your CableCARD is

button, and go to Step 23.

Once

18.

If your cable company provided a Tuning Adapter (SDV), and you have not connected it, connect it to the Smart Media Player now. When done, press the ▶ button, and then press the E button.

The Zip Code screen appears. For additional information about the the Tuning Adapter, refer to the users manual provided by your Cable Service Provider.

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Do not connect the USB cable to the Tuning Adapter and the Smart Media Player until after the Tuning Adapter LED light is solid.

19.

Enter your Zip Code into the Zip Code field using the number buttons on the remote. If you make a mistake, press the ◀ button to delete the mistake. When done, press the E button.

20.

In the list that appears, select your cable provider, and then press the E button. The Confirmation window appears.

21.

Press the E button to confirm the information is correct.

Settings

The Setup Procedure

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22.

The Smart Media Player downloads your provider’s information. When it is done, the Provider Setup complete window appears. Press the E button. The Smart Hub Terms and Conditions screen appears. Go to Step 26.

23.

If you did not insert a CableCARD the Auto Program screen appears. Press the ▼ button to select the Digital Cable field, and then press the E button.

24.

Select the kind of digital cable system you have, and then press the E button. In most cases, you would select STD. When done, select Scan at the bottom of the screen, and then press the

button.

25.

Scanning can take between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on the number of channels your cable system has. When scanning is complete, a screen appears button. If you have connected the Smart Media Player to your network,

the Smart Hub Terms and Conditions screen appears. Go to Step 26.

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If you have no network or have not connected the Smart Media Player to your network, skip Steps 26, 27 and 28, and go to Step 29.

or have no network,

on the right displaying a live channel. Press the E

26.

Review and then agree to the Terms and Conditions by pressing the E button. Press the E button again to continue.

27.

Review and then agree to the Supplemental Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Notices by pressing the E button. Press the E button again to continue.

28.

Updating your product software ensures you can enjoy the latest features and services. Press the ▶ button to select Update now or Update later, and then press the E button.

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Setup is complete! Press the E button to exit.

Settings

The Home Screen

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THEHOMESCREEN

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Guide : View the program schedule, select programs to watch, and view information about future

programs.

Movies & TV Shows : Access and watch video on demand (VOD) provided by Samsung.

Apps : Access various for pay or free-of-charge applications.

Photos, Video & Music : Play videos, photos, or music content from USB devices, PCs, or mobile

devices.

Netflix : Watch TV shows and movies online provided by Netflix.

Settings : Set various functions to suit your personal preferences.

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When the Home Screen is displayed, the Smart Media Player will switch to DTV Channel mode if there is no user activity for 3 minutes. When the Settings menu is dislayed, the product will activate the Screen Saver if there is no user activity for 60 minutes. If there is no user operation for 4 hours, the product will turn off to save power. However, if "Auto Power Off" is set to Off, the power will not turn off automatically .

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Settings

Accessing the Settings Screen

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ACCESSINGTHESETTINGSSCREEN

Select Settings on the Home screen, and then press E button. The Settings menu screen appears.

To access the Settings menus, sub-menus, and options, please refer to the remote control illustration and the Settings Control Button table below.

Remote Control

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Settings Control Button Table

MENU Button : Press to move to the Home screen.

RETURN Button : Return to the previous menu.

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(Enter) / DIRECTION Buttons :

Press ▲▼◀▶ to move the cursor or select an item.

Press the E button to activate the currently selected item or confirm a setting.

EXIT Button : Press to exit the current menu.

Settings

Display

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DISPLAY

You can configure various display options such as the TV Aspect Ratio, Resolution, etc.

TV Aspect Ratio

Lets you adjust the output of the Smart Media Player to the screen size of your TV.

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16:9 Original : Select when you connect the product to a 16:9 TV screen. The product will display all content in its original aspect ratio. Content formatted in 4:3 will be displayed with black bars on the left and right.

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16:9 Full : Select when you connect the product to a 16:9 TV screen. All content will fill the full screen. Content formatted in 4:3 will be stretched.

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4:3 Letter Box : Select when you connect the product to a 4:3 TV screen. The product will display all content in its original aspect ratio. Content formatted in 16:9 will be displayed with black bars on the top and bottom.

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4:3 Pan-Scan : Select when you connect the product to a 4:3 TV screen. 16:9 content will have the extreme left and right portions cut off.

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Depending on the video format, some aspect ratios may not be available.

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If you select an aspect ratio and option which is different from the aspect ratio of your TV screen, picture might appear to be distorted.

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If you select 16:9 Original, your TV may display 4:3 Pillarbox (black bars on sides of picture).

BD Wise (Samsung Products only)

When you connect a Samsung product and a Samsung TV with BD Wise to each other via HDMI, and BD Wise is on in both the Smart Media Player and TV, the product outputs video at the video resolution and frame rate of the video content.

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Off : The output resolution stays fixed at the resolution you set previously in the Resolution menu, regardless of the resolution of the video content. See Resolution on the next page.

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On : The product outputs video at the original resolution and frame rate of the video content.

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When BD Wise is on, the Resolution setting automatically defaults to BD Wise and BD Wise appears in the Resolution menu.

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If the Smart Media Player is connected to a device that does not support BD Wise, you cannot use the BD Wise function.

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For proper operation of BD Wise, set the BD Wise menu of both the Smart Media Player and the TV to On.

Settings

Display

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Resolution

Set the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. The number indicates the number of lines of video per frame. The i and p indicate interlaced and progressive scan, respectively. The more lines, the higher quality.

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BD Wise : Automatically sets the resolution to the resolution of the video content if you have connected the Smart Media Player via HDMI to a TV with the BD Wise feature. (The BD Wise menu item appears only if BD Wise is set to On. See BD Wise on the previous page.)

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Auto : Automatically sets the output resolution to the connected TV’s maximum resolution.

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1080p : Outputs 1080 lines of progressive video.

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1080i : Outputs 1080 lines of interlaced video.

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720p : Outputs 720 lines of progressive video.

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480p : Outputs 480 lines of progressive video.

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Depending on the video format, some aspect ratios may not be available.

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If you select an aspect ratio and option which is different from the aspect ratio of your TV screen, the picture might appear to be distorted.

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If you select the 16:9 Original in TV Aspect Ratio, your TV may display 4:3 Pillarbox (black bars on sides of picture).

Resolution according to the output mode

Resolution E-contents/Digital contents/DTV Resolution E-contents/Digital contents/DTV

BD Wise 1080p 1080i 1080i

Auto Max. Resolution of TV input 720p 720p

1080p 1080p 480p 480p

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