Samsung HT-A100CT User Manual

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Digital Home

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HT-A100

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features

Various CDs playback

This Home Theater System allows you to play back various CDs, including DVD-AUDIO, DVD-VIDEO, CD, MP3-CD, WMA-CD, DivX, CD-R/RW, and DVD±R/RW.

DVD-Audio compatible

Experience the super high-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio. The on-board 24-bit/192kHz DAC enables this player to deliver exceptional sound quality in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution and high-frequency detail.

USB Host support

You can connect and play ﬁles from external USB storage devices such as MP3 players, USB ﬂash memory, etc. using the Home Theater's USB HOST function.

TV Screen Saver Function

If the main unit remains in Stop mode for 3 minutes, Samsung logo appears on TV screen. The HT-A100 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 20 minutes in the Screen Saver mode.

Power Saving Function

The HT-

A100

automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in Stop mode.

Customized TV Screen Display

The HT-A100 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG, DVD playback and set it as your background wallpaper.

HDMI

HDMI transmits DVD video and audio signals simultaneously, and provides a clearer picture.

AV SYNC Function

Video may lag behind the audio if the unit is connected to a digital TV. To compensate for this, you can adjust the audio delay time to sync up with the video.

Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) Function

Anynet+ is a function that can be used to operate the main unit using a Samsung TV remote control, by connecting the Home Theater to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. (This is only available with SAMSUNG TVs that support Anynet+.)

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Video Cable

(AH39-40001V)

FM Antenna

(AH42-00017A)

User's Manual

(AH68-02056R)

Remote Control

(AH59-01907G)

/ Batteries (AAA size)

(4301-000116)

safety information

SAFETY WARNINGS

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

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

WARNING

To reduce the risk of ﬁre or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the ﬂoor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions.

If this power supply is used at 240V ac, a suitable plug adapter should be used.

CAUTION

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.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION :

product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

ENG

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.

safety information

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.

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these Instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in zaccordance with the manufacturer? instructions.

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

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not ﬁt into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachment/accessories speciﬁed by the manufacturer.

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

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

14) Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged 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.

PRECAUTIONS

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identiﬁ cation sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4 inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Before moving the player, ensure the disc tray is empty. This player is designed for continuous use. Switching off the DVD player to the stand-by mode does not disconnect the electrical supply. In order to disconnect the player completely from the power supply, remove the main plug from the wall outlet, especially when left unused for a long period of time.

ENG

During thunderstorms, disconnect the AC main plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.

Protect the player from moisture (i.e. vases) , and excess heat (e.g.ﬁ replace) or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric ﬁ elds (i.e.speakers...). Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the player malfunctions. Your player is not intended for industrial use. Use of this product is for personal use only.

Condensation may occur if your player or disc has been stored in cold temperatures. If transporting the player during the winter, wait approxi before using.

mately 2 hours until the unit has reached room temperature

Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources. This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the unit.

The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.

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 6,043,912 6,438,099 6,467,061 6,556,521 6,578,163 6,697,307 6,728,474 6,771,891 6,894,963 6,895,593 6,937,815 6,996,327 7,009,926 7,085,221 7,088,649 7,092,327 7,099,566 7,123,564 7,142,493 7,142,495 7,145,861 7,146,624 7,151,729 7,161,879 7,164,647 7,167,437 7,173,891 7,177,250 7,194,187 7,203,891 7,209,423 7,210,067 7,228,062 7,245,566 7,245,567 7,257,065 7,263,045 7,269,110 7,272,086 7,272,106 7,280,460 7,283,729 7,286,454 7,304,938

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 is covered by the following U.S. patents:

US4,930,158 US4,930,160

contents

FEATURES

SAFETY INFORMATION

GETTING STARTED

DESCRIPTION

REMOTE CONTROL

2 What’s included

3 Safety Warnings 4 Important Safety Instructions 5 Precautions

8 Before Reading the User’s Manual 9 Playable Discs 9 Do not use the following types of disc! 9 Copy Protection 10 Disc Type and Characteristics

11 Front Panel 12 Rear Panel

13 Setting the Remote Control 14 Tour of the Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

BEFORE USING YOUR HOME

THEATER

PLAYBACK

17 Connecting the Speakers 19 Connecting the Video Out to your TV 21 HDMI Function 22 Connecting Audio from External Components 24 Connecting the FM Antenna

26 Disc Playback 27 MP3/WMA-CD Playback 28 JPEG File Playback 29 DivX Playback 31 Using the Playback Function 39 Using Bluetooth 41 Playing Media Files using the USB Host

Feature

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SYSTEM SETUP

43 Setting the Language 44 Setting TV Screen Type 45 Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) 45 Setting the Password 46 Setting the Wallpaper 46 To Select One of the 3 Wallpaper Settings

you've mad

47 DVD Playback Mode 47 Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range

Compression)

48 Setting the AV SYNC 48 Setting the HDMI Audio

RADIO

CONVENIENT FUNCTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

LANGUAGE CODE LIST

USB HOST FEATURE SUPPORTED

PRODUCTS

49 Listening to Radio 49 Presetting Stations

50 Sleep Timer Function 50 Adjusting Display Brightness 50 Mute Function 50 P.BASS 51 V-SOUND (Virtual Sound) 51 Virtual Headphone Function

54 Language Code list

55 Digital Camera 55 USB Flash Disc 55 MP3 Player

APPENDIX

56 Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs 57 Speciﬁcations 58 Warranty

getting started

BEFORE READING THE USER’S MANUAL

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

Icons that will be used in manual

Icon Term Deﬁnition

DVD

This involves a function available with DVD or DVD-R/DVD-RW discs that have been recorded and ﬁnalized in Video Mode.

B A G

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

MP3 This involves a function available with CD-R/-RW discs.

JPEG This involves a function available with CD-R/-RW discs.

DivX

Caution

Note

In this manual, the instructions marked with "DVD ( )" are applicable to DVD-VIDEO, DVD-AUDIO and

DVD-R/-RW discs that have been recorded in Video Mode and then ﬁnalized. Where a particular DVD type is mentioned, it is indicated separately.

If a DVD-R/-RW disc has not been recorded properly in DVD Video format, it will not be playable.

This involves a function available with MPEG4 discs. (DVD±R/RW, CD-R or CD-RW)

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

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

About the use of this user’s manual

Be sure to be familiar with Safety Instructions before using this product. (See pages 3~4)

If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting. (See pages 52~53)

ENG

COMPACT

DIGITAL AUDIO

DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) offers fantastic audio and video, thanks to Dolby Digital

1 6

surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy these realistic effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall.

DVD players and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this player is given on the rear panel of the player. (Your DVD player will only play DVDs that are labeled with identical region codes.)

PLAYABLE DISCS

Disc Type Mark (Logo) Recorded Signals Disc Size Max. Playing Time

● GETTING STARTED

Approx. 240 min. (single-sided)

Approx. 480 min. (double-sided)

Approx. 80 min. (single-sided)

Approx. 160 min. (double-sided)

DVD-AUDIO

DVD-VIDEO

AUDIO-CD

DivX AUDIO + VIDEO

AUDIO + VIDEO

AUDIO

5 inches

3 1/2 inches

5 inches 74 min.

3 1/2 inches 20 min.

5 inches 74 min.

3 1/2 inches 20 min.

DO NOT USE THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF DISC!

LD, CD-G, CD-I, CD-ROM, DVD-RAM and DVD-ROM discs cannot be played on this player.

If such discs are played, a <WRONG DISC FORMAT> message appears on the TV screen. DVD discs purchased abroad may not play on this player.

If such discs are played, a <CAN'T PLAY THIS DISC PLEASE, CHECK REGION CODE> message appears on the TV screen.

COPY PROTECTION

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

directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected DVD discs.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods claims of certain U.S.

patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

getting started

DISC TYPE AND CHARACTERISTICS

This product does not support Secure (DRM) Media ﬁles.

CD-R Discs

❖

Some CD-R discs may not be playable depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC) and the

condition of the disc.

Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R disc.

Do not use CD-R discs over 700MB/80 minute as they may not be played back.

Some CD-RW (Rewritable) media, may not be playable.

Only CD-Rs that are properly "closed" can be fully played. If the session is closed but the disc is left open, you

may not be able to fully play the disc.

CD-R MP3 Discs

❖

Only CD-R discs with MP3 ﬁles in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played.

MP3 ﬁle names should be 8 characters or less in length and contain no blank spaces or special characters

(. / = +).

Use discs recorded with a compression/decompression data rate greater than 128Kbps.

Only ﬁles with the ".mp3" and ".MP3" extensions can be played.

Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be played. If there is a blank segment in the Multisession

disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank segment.

If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to begin playback and not all of the recorded ﬁles may be played.

For ﬁles encoded in Variable Bit Rate (VBR) format, i.e. ﬁles encoded in both low bit rate and high bit rate

(e.g., 32Kbps ~ 320Kbps), the sound may skip during playback.

A maximum of 500 tracks can be played per CD.

A maximum of 300 folders can be played per CD.

CD-R JPEG Discs

❖

Only ﬁles with the "jpg" extensions can be played.

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If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded ﬁles may be played.

Only CD-R discs with JPEG ﬁles in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played.

JPEG ﬁle names should be 8 characters or less in length and contain no blank spaces or special characters

(. / = +).

Only a consecutively written multisession disc can be played. If there is a blank segment in the multisession

disc, the disc can be played only up to the blank segment.

A maximum of 9,999 images can be stored on a single CD.

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When playing a Kodak/Fuji Picture CD, only the JPEG ﬁles in the picture folder can be played. Picture discs other than Kodak/Fuji Picture CDs may take longer to start playing or may not play at all.

DVD±R/RW, CD-R/RW DivX Discs

❖

Since this product only provides encoding formats authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., a DivX ﬁle created by the

user might not play.

Software updates for incompatible formats are not supported.

(Example : QPEL, GMC, resolution higher than 800 x 600 pixels, etc.)

Sections with a high frame rate might not be played while playing a DivX ﬁle. For more information about the formats authorized by DivX Networks, Inc., please visit "www.divxnetworks.

net".

ENG

description

FRONT PANEL

POWER( ) BUTTON

DISC TRAY

TUNING DOWN & SKIP ( ) BUTTON

STOP (T) BUTTON

Volume Control

AUX IN 1 Jack

7 8 9

● DESCRIPTION

EJECT BUTTON PLAY/PAUSE ( ) BUTTON

FUNCTION BUTTON

TUNING UP & SKIP ( ) BUTTON

Headphone Jack

USB Port

description

REAR PANEL

1 2 3 4 5

68 7

SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTORS

VIDEO OUTPUT JACK

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS

HDMI OUT JACK

FM 75Ω COAXIAL JACK

External Digital Optical Input Jack

AUX IN 2 JACKS

COOLING FAN

Connect the front, subwoofer speakers.

Connect the TV's Video Input jack (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT jack.

Connect a TV with Component video inputs to these jacks.

Use the HDMI cable, connect this HDMI output terminal to the HDMI input terminal on your TV for the best quality picture.

Connect the FM antenna.

Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output.

Connect to the 2CH analog output of an external device (such as a VCR)

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

ENG

remote control

SETTING THE REMOTE CONTROL

You can control certain functions of your TV with this remote control.

When operating a TV with the remote control

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

2. Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.

3. While holding down the POWER button, enter the code

corresponding to your brand of TV.

If there is more than one code listed for your TV in the

table, enter one at a time to determine which code works.

Example : For a Samsung TV

While holding down the POWER button, use the number buttons to enter 00, 15, 16, 17 and 40.

4. If the TV turns off, the setting is complete.

You can use the TV POWER, VOLUME, CHANNEL, and

Numeric buttons (0~9).

The remote control may not work on some brands of TVs. Also, some operations may not be possible

depending on your brand of TV.

If you do not set the remote control with the code for your brand of TV, the remote control will work on a

Samsung TV by default.

● REMOTE CONTROL

Operation Range of the Remote Control

The remote control can be used up to approximately 23 feet (7 meters) in a straight line. It can also be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30° from the remote control sensor.

remote control

TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

1 2

5 6 7

18 19

21 22

12 13 14

15 16

25 26

32 33

ENG

● REMOTE CONTROL

DVD RECEIVER button

DVD

PORT button

ENG

TV button

POWER button

Number (0~9) buttons

REMAIN button

STEP button

Tuning Preset/CD Skip buttons

VOLUME button

MENU button

AUDIO button

TUNER MEMORY, SD(Standard

Definition)/HD(High Definition) button

LOGO button

V-SOUND(Virtual Sound),

V-H/P(Virtual Headphone) button

P.BASS button

SLEEP button

SLOW, MO/ST button

DVD button

TUNER button

AUX button

TV/VIDEO button

EJECT button

CANCEL button

PAUSE button

PLAY button

STOP button

SEARCH buttons

TUNING/CH button

MUTE button

RETURN button

Cursor/ENTER button

SUBTITLE button

button

EXIT

button

INFO

REPEAT button

ZOOM button

DIMMER button

Insert Remote Batteries

1. Remove the battery cover in the direction of the arrow.

Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells:

Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity : (+) to (+) and (–) to (–).

Use the correct type of batteries. Batteries that look similar may differ in voltage.

Always replace both batteries at the same time.

Do not expose the batteries to heat or a ﬂame.

2. Insert two 1.5V AAA batteries, paying attention to the correct polarities (+ and –).

3. Replace the battery cover.

remote control

TV Brand Code List

No.

37 38

Brand

Admiral (M.Wards)

A Mark

Anam

AOC

Bell & Howell (M.Wards)

Brocsonic

Candle

Cetronic

Citizen

Theater

Classic

Concerto

Contec

Coronado

Craig

Croslex

Crown

Curtis Mates

CXC

Daewoo

Daytron

Dynasty

Emerson

Fisher

Funai

Futuretech

General Electric (GE)

Hall Mark

Hitachi

Inkel

JC Penny

JVC

KTV

KEC

KMC

LG (Goldstar)

Luxman

LXI (Sears)

Magnavox

Marantz

Matsui

MGA

Mitsubishi/MGA

Code

56, 57, 58

01, 15

01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11,

12, 13, 14

01, 18, 40, 48

57, 58, 81

59, 60

03, 18, 25

03, 05, 61, 82, 83, 84

59, 61, 63

02, 03, 04, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24,

25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 48, 59, 90

03, 15, 40, 46, 59, 61, 64, 82, 83, 84, 85

19, 65

06, 40, 56, 59, 66, 67, 68

15, 18, 50, 59, 69

56, 59, 67, 86

59, 61, 87, 88

03, 15, 40

01, 15, 16, 17, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44

19, 54, 56, 59, 60, 62, 63, 65, 71

15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59, 60, 62, 72, 89

40, 54

18, 40

18, 40, 59, 60, 75

Brand

MTC

NEC

Nikei

Onking

Onwa

Panasonic

Penney

Philco

Philips

Pioneer

Portland

Proton

Quasar

Radio Shack

RCA/Proscan

Realistic

Sampo

Samsung

Sanyo

Scott

Sears

Sharp

Signature 2000 (M.Wards)

Sony

Soundesign

Spectricon

SSS

Sylvania

Symphonic

Tatung

Techwood

Teknika

TMK

Toshiba

Vidtech

Videch

Wards

Yamaha

York

Yupiteru

Zenith

Zonda

Dongyang

Code

18, 19, 20, 40, 59, 60

06, 07, 08, 09, 54, 66, 67, 73, 74

03, 15, 17, 18, 48, 54, 59, 62, 69, 90

15, 17, 18, 40, 48, 54, 62, 72

63, 66, 80, 91

15, 18, 59

06, 66, 67

17, 48, 56, 60, 61, 75

18, 59, 67, 76, 77, 78, 92, 93, 94

03, 19

00, 15, 16, 17, 40, 43, 46, 47, 48, 49,

59, 60, 98

19, 61, 65

03, 40, 60, 61

15, 18, 19

15, 57, 64

57, 58

50, 51, 52, 53, 55

03, 40

18, 40, 48, 54, 59, 60, 62

61, 95, 96

03, 15, 18, 25

18, 40

19, 57, 63, 71

59, 60, 69

15, 17, 18, 40, 48, 54, 60, 64

58, 79

03, 54

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connections

This section involves various methods of connecting the Digital Home Theater to other external components.

Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.

CONNECTING THE SPEAKERS

Position of Digital Home Theater

Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the TV stand.

● CONNECTIONS

Selecting the Listening Position

The listening position should be located about 2.5 to 3 times the distance of the TV's screen size away from the TV. Example : For 32" TVs 2~2.4m (6~8feet)

Front Speakers

Place these speakers in front of your listening position, facing inwards (about 45°) toward you. Place the speakers so that their tweeters will be at the same height as your ear. Align the front face of the front speakers with the front face of the center speaker or place them slightly in front

of the center speakers.

Subwoofer g

The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like.

For 55" TVs 3.5~4m (11~13feet)

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Samsung HT-A100CT User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

safety information

PRECAUTIONS

description

remote control

connections