Samsung HT-BD1250 User Manual

HT-BD1250

5.1CH Blu-ray

Home Theater System

user manual

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Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Theater

PLAYER FEATURES

Playback of many disc types, plus an FM Tuner

The HT-BD1250 allows you to play various discs, including BD-ROM, DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW/-R(V mode), CD, MP3-CD and CD-R/RW, with a sophisticated FM tuner, all in a single player.

Full HD Audio Decoding Support (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD HRA, DTS-HD MA Essential)

Please refer to www.DOLBY.COM and DTS.COM for more detail.

TV Screen Saver Function

If the main unit remains in stop mode for 5 minutes, the Screen Saver mode will start. The HT-BD1250 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 15 minutes in the Screen Saver mode.

Power Saving Function

The HT-BD1250 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in Stop mode.

USB Host support

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

HDMI

HDMI transmits Blu-Ray/DVD video and audio signals simultaneously, and provides a clearer picture. The 1080p(Full HD) resolution provides even clearer pictures.

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 of this system using a Samsung TV remote control, by connecting the Blu-ray Home Theater to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. (This is only available with SAMSUNG TVs that support Anynet+.)

Wireless receiver amplifier

Samsung ’s rear- channel wireless module does away with cables running between the main unit and rear- channel speakers. Instead, the rear speakers connect to a compact wireless module that communicates with the main unit.

iPod & iPhone support

You can enjoy music ﬁ les by connecting your iPod to the home theater with the supplied iPod dock.

BD Wise

BD Wise automatically adjusts BD Wise-compliant Samsung products to the optimal settings between them. This feature is enabled only if BD Wise-compliant Samsung products are connected to each other using an HDMI cable.

BLU-RAY DISC FEATURES

Blu-ray Discs support the highest quality HD video available in the industry - Large capacity means no compromise on video quality. Furthermore, a Blu-ray Disc has the same familiar size and look as a DVD.

* The following Blu-ray Disc features are disc dependant and will vary. Appearance and navigation of features will

also vary from disc to disc. Not all discs will have the features described below.

ENG

Video highlights

The BD-ROM format for movie distribution

PLAY MOVIE LANGUAGES SCENE SELECTIONS PREVIEWS

supports three highly advanced video codecs, including AVC, VC-1, and MPEG-2. HD video resolutions are also available:

1920 x 1080 HD

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1280 x 720 HD

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For High-Deﬁ nition Playback

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Graphic Planes

To view high-deﬁ nition contents on a Blu-ray disc, an HDTV (High Deﬁ nition Television) is required. Some discs may require using the player's HDMI OUT to view high-deﬁ nition content. The ability to

HD Video

view high-deﬁ nition content on Blu-ray disc may be limited depending on the resolution of your TV.

PLAY MOVIE LANGUAGES SCENE SELECTIONS PREVIEWS

Subtitles

Depending on what is contained on the Blu-ray Disc, you may be able to select different font styles, sizes and colors for the subtitles, Subtitles may also be animated, scrolled or faded in and out.

BD-LIVE

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You can use a Blu-ray Disc supporting BD-LIVE through network connection to enjoy various contents provided by the disc manufacturer.

BLOCKBUSTER

This Blue-ray Home Theater enables you to enjoy movies on-demand provided by Blockbuster through a network connection.

NETFLIX

This Blu-ray Home Theater enables you to enjoy movies on-demand provided by Netﬂ ix through a network connection.

PANDORA

This Blu-ray Home Theater enables you to enjoy Internet Radio provided by Pandora through a network connection.

YouTube

This Blue-ray Home Theater enables you to enjoy videos on-demand provided by YouTube through a network connection.

Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Theater

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Video Cable

(AH39-40001V)

iPod Dock

(AH96-00051A)

FM Antenna

(AH42-00017A)

User's Manual

(AH68-02241R)

Speaker Wire (6 EA)

Remote Control

(AH59-02144S)

/ 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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ENG

The lighting ﬂ ash and Arrowhead within

Triangle Is a warning sign alerting you of

dangerous voltage Inside the product

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

CAUTION :

WARNING

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

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

CAUTION

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Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁ lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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The Mains plug is used as a disconnect device and shall stay readily operable at any time.

This product satisﬁ es 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:

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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 the 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.

Caution : FCC regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modiﬁ cations to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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.

DANGER :

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VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (FDA 21 CFR)

CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM (IEC 60825-1)

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

The explanation point within the triangle is a

warning sign alerting you of important

instructions accompanying the product.

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 accordance with the manufacturer? instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliﬁ ers) 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 ﬁ t 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 speciﬁ ed by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁ ed 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.

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Refer all servicing to qualiﬁ ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply 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.

Safety information

PRECAUTIONS

2.7 inch

3.9 inch

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 (3~4 inches). 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 Insert Hole is empty. This player is designed for continuous use. Switching off the Blu-ray Home Theater 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.

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

Phones

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 has 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.

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 product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.”

ENG

KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW

BLU-RAY HOME THEATER

SAFETY INFORMATION

GETTING STARTED

DESCRIPTION

REMOTE CONTROL

2 Player Features 3 Blu-ray Disc Features 4 What’s Included

5 Safety Warnings 6 Precautions

10 Before Reading the User’s Manual 11 Disc Type and Characteristics

14 Front Panel 15 Rear Panel

16 Tour of the Remote Control 18 Setting the Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR

BLU-RAY HOME THEATER

SYSTEM SETUP

LANGUAGE SETUP

20 Connecting the Speakers 22 Connecting the Optional Wireless Receiving

Module 24 Connecting the Video Out to Your TV 26 Connecting an iPod 28 Connecting Audio from External

Components 30 Connecting to the Network 32 Connecting the FM Antenna

33 Before Playing

On-Screen Menu Navigation

34 34 Playing a Disc 35 Setting the Sound 35 Using the Search and Skip Functions 36 Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play

37 Setting the Clock

38 Setting up the Language Options

Contents

AUDIO SETUP

DISPLAY SETUP

HDMI SETUP

PARENTAL SETUP

NETWORK SETUP

39 Setting up the Speaker Options

42 Setting up the Display Options 44 Setting up the Video Display/Output Options

46 Setting up the HDMI Setup Options

49 Setting up the Parental Lock

51 Setting up the Network Setup Options

BD DATA MANAGEMENT

SYSTEM UPGRADE

WATCHING A MOVIE

56 System Device Management

57 Firmware Upgrade 59 System Information 59 Firmware Upgrade Notiﬁ cation

60 Using the Display Function 61 Using the Disc Menu & Popup/Title Menu 62 Repeat Play 63 Selecting the Audio Language 63 Selecting the Subtitle Language 64 Changing the Camera Angle 65 PIP (Picture In Picture) Settings 65 BD-LIVE™

LISTENING TO MUSIC

66 Buttons on the Remote Control Used for

Audio CD(CD-DA)/ MP3 Disc Playback 66 Repeat Audio CD(CD-DA) & MP3 67 Playing an Audio CD(CD-DA)/MP3

ENG

VIEWING A PICTURE

SOUND MODE

USING THE USB FUNCTION

RADIO

USING AN iPod

69 Viewing a Picture 69 Slide Show/Speed 69 Rotate 70 Zoom 70 Go To Photo List

71 SFE(Sound Field Effect) Mode 71 Dolby Pro Logic II Mode 72 Dolby Pro Logic II Effect

73 Playing Media Files Using the USB Host

Feature

75 Listening to Radio 75 Presetting Stations

76 Listening to Music 78 Watching a Movie

PC STREAMING FUNCTION

USING THE E-CONTENTS

CONVENIENT FUNCTION

TROUBLESHOOTING

APPENDIX

Connecting to a PC and Playing MP3 or JPEG

Content

Using Blockbuster 82

Using Netﬂ ix 84

Using Pandora 86

Using YouTube

91 Sleep Timer Function 91 Adjusting Display Brightness 91 Mute Function

94 Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs 95 Speciﬁ cations

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 Deﬁ nition

h g

f Z

C V

A G

BD-ROM This involves a function available on a BD-ROM.

BD-RE This involves a function available on the BD-RE.

BD-R This involves a function available on the BD-R.

DVD-VIDEO

DVD-RW This involves a function available on DVD-RW. (V mode and ﬁ nalized only)

DVD-R This involves a function available on DVD-R. (V mode and ﬁ nalized only)

Audio CD This involves a function available on an audio CD-RW/CD-R (CD-DA format).

MP3

JPEG

USB storage

device

Caution

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

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

This involves a function available on DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/CD-R discs and USB storage devices.

This involves a function available on USB storage device.

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

About the use of this user’s manual

Be sure to be familiar with Safety Information before using this product. (See pages 5~6)

1) If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting. (See pages 92 ~93)

prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd.

DISC TYPE AND CHARACTERISTICS

Disc types that can be played

Disc Types Disc Logo Recorded content Disc Shape Max. Playing minute

ENG

BD-ROM

BD-RE/BD-R

DVD-VIDEO

AUDIO-CD

DVD-RW (V mode and ﬁ nalized only)

DVD-R (V mode and ﬁ nalized only)

This player is compatible with the NTSC color system only.

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PAL discs will not play.

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AUDIO + VIDEO Single sided

Single sided(5 inches) 240

AUDIO + VIDEO

AUDIO

AUDIO + VIDEO 5 inches (4.7GB)

Double sided(5 inches) 480

Single sided(3 1/2 inches) 80

Double sided(3 1/2 inches) 160

Single sided(5 inches) 74

Single sided(3 1/2 inches) 20

Logos of Discs that can be played

Blu-ray Disc Dolby Digital Plus DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

Playing time depends

on the Title

● GETTING STARTED

480

(EX : Extended Play)

480

(EX : Extended Play)

NTSC broadcast system in U.S.A,

Canada, Korea, Japan

Digital Audio MP3 Stereo Java BD-LIVE

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the

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double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;

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5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 19962008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Dolby TrueHD DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential

Getting started

Discs that cannot be played

HD DVD Disc

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DVD-RAM

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3.9 GB DVD-R Disc for Authoring.

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DVD-RW(VR mode)

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Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased outside your region may not be playable with this

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Region code

Both the Blu-ray Home Theater and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order to play the disc. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play. The Region Number for this Bluray Home Theater is described on the rear panel of the Blu-ray Home Theater.

product. When these discs are played, either “No disc.” or “Please check the regional code of the disc.” will be displayed.

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

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BD Region Code Area

B Europe, Greenland, French territories, Middle East, Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

C India, China, Russia, Central and South Asia.

North America, Central America, South America, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and South East Asia.

DVD-ROM/PD/MV-Disc, etc

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CVD/CD-ROM/CDV/CD-G/CD-I/LD

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3 1/2 inch MD (mini disc)

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DVD-Video

Region Code

USA, Canada Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East,

Greenland Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, parts of South

East Asia Australia, New Zealand, Latin America

(including Mexico)

5 Eastern Europe, Russia, India, Africa

Area

DVD-Video

Region Code

China

7 Unspeciﬁ ed Special Use

8 Airlines/Cruise Ships (including Mexico)

9 Region free

Area

Blu-ray Disc Compatibility

Blu-ray Disc is a new and evolving format. Accordingly, disc compatibility issues are possible. Not all discs are compatible and not every disc will play back. For additional information, refer to the Compliance and Compatibility Notice section of this Manual. If you encounter compatibility problems, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center at 1-800 SAMSUNG.

Playback may not work for some types of discs, or when speciﬁ c operations, such as angle change and aspect

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ratio adjustment, are being performed. Information about the discs is written in detail on the box. Please refer to this if necessary. Do not allow the disc to become dirty or scratched. Fingerprints, dirt, dust, scratches or deposits of cigarette

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smoke on the recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for playback. Discs with PAL programs recorded on them cannot be played using this product.

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When a BD-Java title is played, loading may take longer than a normal title, or some functions may perform slowly.

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Disc Types

BD-RE/BD-R

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Blu-ray Disc Rewritable/Blu-ray Disc Recordable. BD-RE/BD-R is the ideal format for making backups, or recording personal video.

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BD-ROM

Blu-ray Disc Read Only Memory. A BD-ROM disc contains pre-recorded data. Although a BD-ROM may contain any form of data, most BD-ROM discs will contain movies in High Deﬁ nition format, for playback on Blu-ray Home Theaters. This unit can play back pre-recorded commercial BD-ROM discs.

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DVD-Video

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

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subtitle languages. It is equipped with MPEG-2 picture compression and Dolby Digital surround, allowing you to enjoy vivid and clear theatre quality images.

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When switching from the ﬁ rst 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.

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Once a DVD-RW/-R recorded in Video Mode is ﬁ nalized, it becomes DVD-Video. Pre-recorded (prestamped) commercial DVDs with movies are also referred to as DVD-Videos. This unit can play back pre-recorded commercial DVD discs (DVD-Video discs) with movies.

Audio CD

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

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This unit can play back CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW discs.

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

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CD-R/-RW

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

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disc, as the disc may not play back. If the CD-R/-RW disc was not recorded as a closed session, you may experience delays when playing

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back the beginning of the disc or all recorded ﬁ les may not play. Some CD-R/-RW discs may not be playable with this unit, depending on the device which was used

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

DVD-R Disc Playback

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Once a DVD-R recorded in Video Mode is ﬁ nalized, it becomes DVD-Video.

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This unit can play back DVD-R discs recorded and ﬁ nalized with a Samsung DVD video recorder. It

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may not be able to play some DVD-R discs depending on the disc and the condition of the recording.

DVD-RW Disc Playback

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Playback can be performed with DVD-RW discs in the Video Mode and ﬁ nalized only.

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Once a DVD-RW recorded in Video Mode is ﬁ nalized, it becomes DVD-Video. Ability to play back may

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depend on recording conditions.

ENG

● GETTING STARTED

Disc Format

Using MP3 disc

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CD-R/-RW, DVD-RW/-R recorded with UDF, ISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back.

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Only MP3 ﬁ les with the “.mp3” or “.MP3” extension can be played.

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Playable bit-rate range is from 56 Kbps to 320 Kbps.

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Playable sample-rate is 32KHz to 48KHz.

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The unit can handle a maximum of 1500 ﬁ les and folders under a parent folder. For MP3 ﬁ les recorded

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with a VBR(Variable Bit Rates), the sound may cut in and out.

Using JPEG disc

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CD-R/-RW, DVD-RW/-R recorded with UDF, ISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back.

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Only JPEG ﬁ les with the ".jpg", ".JPG", ".jpeg" or "JPEG" extension can be displayed.

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Progressive JPEG is supported.

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DVD-RW/-R (V)

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This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc. The disc can be played

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by this Blu-ray Home Theater once it has been ﬁ nalized. If a disc that has been recorded in Video Mode by a different maker’s recorder but has not been

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ﬁ nalized, it cannot be played by this Blu-ray Home Theater. A ﬁ le which has .divx or .avi extension cannot be played.

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Description

FRONT PANEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

POWER BUTTON

STANDBY INDICATOR

OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON

FUNCTION BUTTON

TUNING DOWN & SKIP

STOP BUTTON

Volume Control

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON

TUNING UP & SKIP(

DISC TRAY

USB HOST

You must use the USB HOST on the rear panel of the Blu-ray Home Theater to connect a wireless LAN Adapter.

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A USB HDD device cannot be used for BD Data storage (BD-LIVE).

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(

) BUTTON

BUTTON

) BUTTON

Turns the Blu-ray Home Theater on and off.

When the unit is ﬁ rst plugged in, this indicator lights.

Opens and closes the disc tray.

The mode switches as follows : BD/DVD ➞ D.IN 1 ➞ D.IN 2 ➞ AUX ➞ FM.

Goes back to the previous title/chapter/track.

Tunes down the FM frequency band.

Stops disc playback.

Volume adjustment.

Plays a disc or pauses playback.

Goes to the next title/chapter/track.

Tunes up the FM frequency band.

Opens to accept a disc.

A USB storage device can be connected here and used as storage when connected to BD-LIVE. It can also be used for ﬁ rmware upgrades and MP3/JPEG playback.

REAR PANEL

ENG

21 3 4 6 10

iPod JACK

FM 75Ω COAXIAL JACK

TX CARD CONNECTION (WIRELESS)

5 7 8129

● DESCRIPTION

Connect the iPod dock connector here.

Connect the FM antenna.

The TX card enables communication between the main unit and the optional wireless receiver ampliﬁ er.

AUX IN JACKS

VIDEO OUTPUT JACK

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS

HDMI OUT JACK

EXTERNAL DIGITAL OPTICAL INPUT JACKS (OPTICAL1, OPTICAL2)

LAN TERMINAL

WIRELESS LAN JACK

5.1 CHANNEL SPEAKER OUTPUT

CONNECTORS

COOLING FAN

Oversized USB drives may not be able to be inserted when a LAN or HDMI cable is connected.

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

Connect your TV's Video Input jack (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT Jack on this unit.

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.

Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output.

Can be used for connection to BD-LIVE, Blockbuster, Netﬂ ix, Pandora and YouTube. It can be also used for ﬁ rmware upgrades.

A USB storage device can be connected here and used as storage when connected to BD-LIVE. It can also be used for ﬁ rmware upgrades and MP3/JPEG playback, as well as for connecting to BD-Live with a wireless LAN adapter.

Connect the front, center, surround, subwoofer speakers.

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.

Remote control

TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

5 6 7

10 11

25 26

17 18

19 20

31 32 33

34 35 36

POWER button

PIP button

ENG

BD RECEIVER button

TV button

Number (0~9) buttons

AUDIO button

SLOW, MO/ST button

Tuning Preset/CD Skip buttons

PLAY button

STOP button

SEARCH buttons

VOLUME button

STEP button

MENU button

Cursor/ENTER button

INFO button

COLOR Buttons : RED(A), GREEN (B), YELLOW(C), BLUE(D)

POPUP MENU, TITLE MENU button

TUNER MEMORY button

REPEAT button

REPEAT A-B button

DISC MENU button

OPEN/CLOSE button

DIMMER button

BD button

TUNER button

AUX button

SOURCE button

SUBTITLE button

PAUSE button

MUTE button

TUNING/CH button

RETURN button

EXIT button

PL II MODE button

PL II EFFECT button

DSP button

SLEEP button

SFE MODE button

ZOOM button

● REMOTE CONTROL

Installing batteries in the Remote Control

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

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.

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.

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

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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

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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

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will work on a Samsung TV by default.

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.

TV Brand Code List

ENG

No.

Admiral (M.Wards)

Bell & Howell (M.Wards)

25 26

General Electric (GE)

37 38

39 40 41

42 43

Brand

A Mark

Anam

AOC

Brocsonic

Candle

Cetronic

Citizen

Cinema

Classic

Concerto

Contec

Coronado

Craig

Croslex

Crown

Curtis Mates

CXC

Daewoo

Daytron

Dynasty

Emerson

Fisher

Funai

Futuretech

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 Blu-ray 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 the Blu-ray Home Theater

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

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 6~8feet (2~2.4m)

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

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.

Center Speaker

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.

Surround Speakers

Place these speakers to the side of your listening position. If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other. Place them about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90cm) above your ear, facing slightly downward.

Unlike the front and center speakers, the rear speakers are used to handle mainly sound effects and sound will not

come from them all the time.

Subwoofer

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

Connecting The Speakers

Press down the terminal tab on the back of the speaker.

Insert the black wire into the black terminal (–) and the red wire into

the red (+) terminal, and then release the tab.

Connect the connecting plugs to the back of the Blu-ray Home

Theater by matching the colors of the speaker plugs to the speaker jacks.

Black

Red

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Center Speaker

Front Speaker (R)

Rear Speaker (R) Rear Speaker (L)

Do not let children play with or near the speakers. They could get hurt if a speaker falls.

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When connecting the speaker wires to the speakers, make sure that the polarity (+/ –) is correct.

Keep the subwoofer speaker out of reach of children so as to prevent children from

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inserting their hands or alien substances into the duct (hole) of the subwoofer speaker.

Do not hang the subwoofer on the wall through the duct (hole).

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Front Speaker (L)

Subwoofer Speaker

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If you place a speaker near your TV set, screen color may be distorted because of the magnetic ﬁ eld generated by the speaker. If this occurs, place the speaker away from your TV set.

Connections

CONNECTING THE OPTIONAL WIRELESS RECEIVING MODULE

To connect the rear speakers by wireless, you have to purchase the wireless receiving module and TX card from your Samsung retailer.

When you have Purchased the Wireless Receiving Module (SWA-4000)

This product (HT-BD1250) should be connected only with SWA-4000.

Center Speaker

Front Speaker (R)

Rear Speaker (L)

WIRELESS RECEIVER MODULE

Connect the front, center and Subwoofer speakers to the

Blu-Ray Home Theater, referring to page 21.

With the Blu-Ray Home Theater turned off, insert the TX card

into the TX Card Connection(WIRELESS) on the back of the main unit.

Hold the TX card so that the slanted side faces to the left

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and insert the card into the port. The TX card enables communication between the main

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unit and the wireless receiver.

Connect the left and right rear speakers to the wireless receiving module.

Plug the power cord of the wireless receiving module in the wall outlet.

Rear Speaker (R)

Slanted side face left

Front Speaker (L)

Subwoofer

TX card

Place the wireless receiver module at the rear of the listening position. If the wireless

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receiver module is too close to the main unit, some sound interruption may be heard due to interference. If you use a device such as a microwave oven, wireless LAN Card or any other device that

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uses the same frequency (5.8GHz) near the system, some sound interruption may be heard due to interference. The transmission distance from the main unit to the wireless receiving module is about 33

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feet (10m), but may vary depending on your operating environment. If a steel-concrete wall or metallic wall is between the main unit and the wireless receiver module, the system may not operate at all, because the radio wave cannot penetrate metal. If the main unit doesn't make wireless connection, the system needs ID Setting between

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main unit and wireless receiver module. With the main unit turned off, press the remote control's number button buttons "0"J"1"J"3"J"5" and the main unit will turn on. With the wireless receiver module turned on, press "ID SET" button on the back of the unit for 5 seconds.

Do not insert any other card except the TX card dedicated to the product.

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If a different TX card is used, the product may be damaged or the card may not be removed easily. Do not insert the TX card upside down or in the reverse direction.

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Insert the TX card when the Blu-Ray Home Theater is turned off. Inserting the card when it

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is turned on may cause a problem. If the TX Card is inserted and wireless receiving module setting is complete, sound is not



output from the Rear Speaker connectors on the main unit. The wireless receiving antenna is built into the wireless receiver module. Keep the unit

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away from water and moisture. For optimal listening performance, make sure that the area around the wireless receiver



module location is clear of any obstructions.

If no sound is heard from the wireless rear speakers, switch the mode to DVD 5.1



channel or Dolby Pro Logic II .

In 2-CH mode, no sound will be heard from the wireless rear speakers.

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Connections

CONNECTING THE VIDEO OUT TO YOUR TV

Choose one of the three methods for connecting to a TV.

METHOD 1 : HDMI

Connect the HDMI cable (not supplied) from the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the to the HDMI IN jack on your TV.

Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work.

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If an HDMI cable is connected from the player to a TV, the Blu-ray Home Theater’s output is set to

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HDMI automatically within 10 seconds. If you are using the Anynet + feature (see page 46) and Component and HDMI are both

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connected, HDMI mode is automatically selected. When you connect the player to the TV using the HDMI cable for the ﬁ rst time or to a new TV, the

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HDMI output resolution will automatically be set to the highest provided by the TV. If you connect a Samsung TV to the Blu-ray Home Theater using an HDMI cable, the player can

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be easily operated using the TV remote control. (This is only available with Samsung TVs that support the Anynet+ feature.) (See page 46) If the HDMI cable is connected or removed during playback of a CD-DA, MP3 or JPEG ﬁ le, the

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player will stop playing. After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the

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corresponding Video output (HDMI, Component or Composite) on your Blu-ray Home Theater. See your TV owner's manual for more information on how to select the TV's Video Input source. If you have set the remote control to operate your TV, press the SOURCE button on the remote



control and select HDMI as the external source of the TV.

(BEST)

METHOD3 (supplied)

METHOD2 METHOD1

Blu-ray Home Theater

HDMI Auto Detection Function

The player's video output will automatically change to HDMI mode when connecting an HDMI cable while power is on. For possible HDMI resolutions, see page 43.

HDMI (High Deﬁ nition Multimedia Interface)

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HDMI is an interface that enables the digital transmission of video and audio data with just a single connector. Using HDMI, the Blu-ray Home Theater transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.

HDMI connection description

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HDMI connector - Supports video and digital audio data.

- 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.

Why does Samsung use HDMI?

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Analog TVs require an analog video/audio signal. However, when playing a BD/DVD, the data transmitted to a TV is digital. Therefore either a digital-to-analog converter (in the Blu-ray Home Theater) 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 player to your TV.

What is the HDCP?

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HDCP (High-band width Digital Content Protection) is a system for protecting BD/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.

What is Anynet+?

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Anynet+ is a convenient function that offers linked operation of this unit through Samsung TVs with the Anynet+ feature.

- If your Samsung TV has an logo, then it supports the Anynet+ function.

- If you turn on the player and insert a disc, the player will start playing the disc, and the TV will turn on automatically and switch to HDMI mode.

- If you turn on the player and press the PLAY button with a disc already inserted, the TV will immediately turn on and switch to HDMI mode.

What is BD Wise?

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BD Wise is Samsung's latest inter-connectivity feature.

- When you connect Samsung products with BD-Wise to each other via HDMI, the optimum resolution will be set automatically.

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METHOD 2 : Component Video

If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable (not supplied) from the Component Video Output (Pr, Pb and Y) Jacks on the back of the Theater

to the Component Video Input Jacks on your TV.

You can select from a variety of resolution settings such as 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i, depending

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on the disc type. (See page 44) The actual resolution may differ from the setting in the SETUP menu if both Component and HDMI



cables are connected. The resolution may also be different depending on the disc. (See page 44) After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the

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control and select COMPONENT as the external source of the TV. In DVD playback, if both HDMI and Component jacks are connected and you select the

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Component 1080p, 1080i or 720p mode, the Display Setup menu will show the output resolution as 1080p, 1080i or 720p in the menu. The resolution is actually 480i.

METHOD 3 : Composite Video

Connect the supplied Video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of the to the VIDEO IN jack on your TV.

The VIDEO source is always output in 480i resolution regardless of the resolution set in the SETUP

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menu. (See page 44) After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the

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remote control and select VIDEO as the external source of the TV. Do not connect the unit through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by

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(BETTER)

Blu-ray Home

(GOOD)

Blu-ray Home Theater

Connections

CONNECTING AN

You can enjoy music, video ﬁ les from an iPod through the main unit. For iPod operation with this Blu-ray home theater, see pages 27 and 76 ~ 78.

Connect the iPod Dock to the iPod Jack on the rear side of the main unit.

iPod

(supplied)

Place the iPod in the dock.

“iPod Connected” message appears on the TV screen.

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You must have the VIDEO output connected to your TV to view iPod video (See page 25).

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As the cable ports are close together, be sure to remove the USB memory drive before



disconnecting the ipod docking cable. Adjust the volume to a moderate level before you connect your iPod and Blu-ray home theater.

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When the unit is powered on and you connect an iPod, the unit will charge your iPod's battery.

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Make sure to connect the dock connector so that the label “SAMSUNG” faces upward.

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“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect

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speciﬁ cally to iPod and has been certiﬁ ed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

iPod models that can be used with the HT-BD1250

“Made for iPod” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect speciﬁcally to

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iPod and has been certiﬁed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. “Works with iPhone” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect

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speciﬁcally to an iPhone and has been certiﬁed by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and

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regulatory standards.

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iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Connections

CONNECTING AUDIO FROM EXTERNAL COMPONENTS

OPTICAL : Connecting an External Digital Component

Digital signal components such as a Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).

Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL 1 or OPTICAL 2) on the main unit to the Digital Output of the

external digital component.

Press the FUNCTION button on the main unit to select D.IN input.

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The mode switches as follows : BD/DVD ➞ D.IN 1 ➞ D.IN 2 ➞ AUX ➞ FM.

Optical Cable

(not supplied)

To see video from your Cable Box/Satellite receiver, you must connect it's video output

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to a TV.

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This system supports Digital sampling frequencies of 32 kHz of higher from external digital This system supports Digital sampling frequencies of 32 kHz of higher from external digital components.components.

This system supports only DTS and Dolby Digital audio, MPEG audio which is bitstream

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cannot be supported.

AUX : Connecting an External Analog Component

Analog signal components such as a VCR.

Connect AUX IN (Audio) on the main unit to the Audio Out of the external analog component.

Be sure to match connector colors.

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Press the AUX button on the remote control to select AUX input.

You can also use the FUNCTION button on the main unit.

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The mode switches as follows : BD/DVD ➞ D.IN 1 ➞ D.IN 2 ➞ AUX ➞ FM.

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Audio Cable

If the external analog component has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right.

You can connect the Video Output jack of your VCR to the TV, and connect the Audio

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Output jacks of the VCR to this product.

(not supplied)

Connections

CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK

To access network service or upgrade the current ﬁ rmware, you must make one of the following connections. By connecting to a network, you can access the BD-LIVE, Blockbuster, Netﬂ ix, Pandora, YouTube services, PC streaming and Software upgrades from Samsung’s update server. We recommend you use an AP or router for the

network. If you don’t have one, you'll need two network providing services to use the PC streaming function.

Case 1 : Connecting a Direct LAN Cable to your Modem

Using the Direct LAN Cable (UTP cable, not supplied), connect the LAN terminal of the Blu-ray Disc

1. Player to the LAN terminal of your modem.

To LAN port

Broadband modem

(with integrated router)

Broadband

service

To use the PC streaming function (see pages 79~80), please make a network between your PC



and router.

Internet access to Samsung’s update server may not be allowed, depending on the router you



use or the ISP’s policy. For more information, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider).



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

To LAN port

PC connection to Router for PC streaming

Connecting using a router

(e.g. DSL)

Router Broadband modem

To LAN port

Broadband service

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