Samsung HT-AS600 User Manual 2

ELECTRONICS
Instruction Manual
Digital Surround
AV Receiver System
HT-AS600
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
SERVICE DIVISION
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
www.samsung.com
AH68-01725R
2

Precautions

Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack anything on top of the player. Do not place the player on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot. 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.
Protect the player from moisture(i.e. vases) , and excess heat(e.g.fireplace) or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (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 have been
stored in cold temperatures. If transporting the player during the winter, wait approximately 2
hours until the unit has reached room temperature before using.
During thunderstorms, disconnect AC main plug from the wall outlet. Voltage peaks due to lightning could damage the unit.
Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or other heat sources.
This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the unit.
The battery used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.

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Safety Warnings

This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage which can cause electric shock is present inside this unit.
This symbol alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions accompanying the unit.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
Note to CATV system installer :
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820~40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical
READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this video product near water­for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been followed.
POWER CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
CLEANING
Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
LIGHTNING
For added protection of this video product receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
ACCESSORIES
Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
CART
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
POWER SOURCES
This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video products intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
POLARIZATION
This video product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other.) This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna is connected to the antenna terminal, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
In the U.S.A section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See the figure below.
ATTACHMENTS
Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions. a.
When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have
fallen into the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain
or water
d.
If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped
or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct
change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
HEAT
This video unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Safety Instructions

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ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION. 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

Contents

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PREPARATION
Safety Warnings..............................................................................................................1
Precautions......................................................................................................................2
Safety Instructions...........................................................................................................3
Features ..........................................................................................................................5
Description ......................................................................................................................7
CONNECTIONS
Connecting the Speakers................................................................................................11
Connecting External Components ..................................................................................13
Connecting the FM and AM Antennas.............................................................................16
OPERATION
Before Using the AV Receiver.........................................................................................17
Selecting External Component Input ..............................................................................18
Setting the Speaker Mode...............................................................................................19
Setting the Speaker Listening Distance...........................................................................21
Setting DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) .................................................................23
Test Tone ........................................................................................................................24
Setting Speaker Level .....................................................................................................27
Dolby Pro Logic ll Mode..................................................................................................29
Dolby Pro Logic ll Effect .................................................................................................31
SFE Mode........................................................................................................................33
Stereo Mode....................................................................................................................35
RADIO OPERATION
Listening to Radio ...........................................................................................................37
Presetting Radio Stations ...............................................................................................38
MISCELLANEOUS
Convenient Functions .....................................................................................................39
Operating TV with Remote Control..................................................................................41
Operating VCR (DVD) with Remote Control....................................................................43
Before Calling for Service................................................................................................45
Specifications ..................................................................................................................47
WARRANTY....................................................................................................................48
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Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II is a new form of multi-channel audio signal decoding technology that improves upon existing Dolby Pro Logic.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
DTS play backs 5.1 channel sound with less compression than Dolby Digital for richer sound.

Features

5
8
COOLING FAN
VCR/SAT VIDEO INPUT
JACK
AM ANTENNA
JACK
MONITOR VIDEO OUTPUT JACK
FM ANTENNA
JACK
DVD OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT JACK
CD COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT JACK
VCR VIDEO OUTPUT JACK
FRONT SPEAKER
TERMINALS
SUBWOOFER SPEAKER TERMINALS
[
Rear Panel
]
CD AUDIO INPUT JACKS
DVD AUDIO INPUT JACKS
VCR/SAT AUDIO INPUT JACKS
VCR AUDIO OUTPUT JACKS
SUBWOOFER OUTPUT JACKS 1, 2
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DVD VIDEO INPUT
JACK
CENTER SPEAKER TERMINALS
SURROUND SPEAKER TERMINALS

Description

[
Front Panel
]
[
Display
]
POWER button VOLUME CONTROL
REMOTE CONTROL Sensor ANALOG / DIGITAL BUTTON SELECTION button
TUNER ( ) button
POWER STANDBY Indicator SETUP button SURROUND button
HEADPHONE Jack
INPUT button
7
SPEAKER INDICATOR
DOLBY PRO
LOGIC II
INDICATOR
RADIO BROADCASTING RECEIVING INDICATOR
RADIO STEREO INDICATOR
DIGITAL INDICATOR
RADIO FREQUENCY INDICATOR
DTS
INDICATOR
LIVE SURROUND INDICATOR
L.PCM
INDICATOR
DOLBY DIGITAL
INDICATOR
MPEG2
INDICATOR
,
FRONT DISPLAY
DOLBY
INDICATOR
Accessories
√√
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Remote Control (AH59-01327E)
FM Antenna
(AH42-00017A)
Users Manual
(AH68-01725R)
AM Antenna
(AH42-00019A)
10
To open the remote control cover, push the top of the cover, then slide downward.
Insert Remote Batteries
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.
Range of Operation of the Remote Control
Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote by pressing down and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.
1
Insert two 1.5V AAA batteries, paying attention to the correct polarities (+ and –).
2
Replace the battery cover.
3
Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking batteries:
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 batteries to heat or flame.
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Description

VOLUME CONTROL button
MUTE button
MENU button
ANALOG/DIGITAL button
POWER button
TV VIDEO
,
FUNCTION button
SLEEP button
TUNER button
SPEAKER DISTANCE button
EXTERNAL DEVICE PLAYBACK button
TEST TONE button
MODE button
Direct Function Select button
TV Indicator VCR Indicator AV RECEIVER Indicator DVD Indicator
MODE button MO/ST button
SUBWOOFER button SPEAKER SETUP button
SFE MODE button
EFFECT button
STEREO button
MOVE/SELECT button
TUNER MEMORY button TUNING/CHANNEL button
SPEAKER LEVEL button
DIMMER button
[
Remote Control
]
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12

CONNECTIONS

Never touch speaker terminals while the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shock.
Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are correct.
MAIN UNIT AV-R600 FRONT SPEAKER PS-AF600 CENTER SPEAKER PS-AC600 SURROUND SPEAKER PS-AR600 PASSIVE SUB WOOFER PS-AW600
SYSTEM MODEL NAME : HT-AS600
Connecting Speaker Wire
PASSIVE
SUBWOOFER
PS-AW600
ACTIVE SUBWOOFER
(not supplied)
FRONT (R)
PS-AF600
FRONT (L)
PS-AF600
SURROUND (R)
PS-AR600
SURROUND (L)
PS-AR600
MAIN UNIT AV-R600
CENTER
PS-AC600
1
Press the tab of the speaker connector.
2
Insert the black wire into the black(-) terminal and the gray wire into the gray(+) terminal.

Connecting the Speakers

Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
Place these speakers behind your listening position.
If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other.
Place them about 60 to 90cm (2 to 3feet) above your ear, facing slightly downward.
Unlike the front and center speakers, the surround
speakers are used to handle mainly sound effects and sound will not come from them all the time.
Surround Speakers
SL SR
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.
Front Speakers
It is best to install it at the same height as the front speakers.
You can also install it directly over or under the TV.
Center Speaker
Place AV Receiver on a dedicated stand or rack.
Position of A V Receiver
The position of the subwoofer is not so critical. Place it anywhere you like.
Subwoofer
11
When you place the speaker on the wall, make sure to fasten it tightly so that it may not fall off.
SA T(Settop Box)
VCR
TV
Since Analog Audio In and Video In jack of the main unit are used for both SAT and VCR, you cannot connect 2 devices at the same time.
If the external component has only one Audio Output jack, connect it to either the right or left Audio Input jack of the main unit.
Connect the audio cable's red plug to the red jack and white cable to the white jack.
14
CONNECTIONS

Connecting External Components

DVD Player
Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord.
Connecting Video Component
13
Video Projector
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet if you do not use this unit for long period of time.
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