Samsung HT-BD1252 User Manual

5.1CH Blu-ray

Home Cinema System

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Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Cinema

PLAYER FEATURES

Playback of many disc types, plus an FM Tuner

The HT-BD1250/HT-BD1252/HT-BD1255 allows you to play various discs, including BD-ROM, DVD-VIDEO, DVDRW/-R(V mode), CD, MP3-CD, DivX and CD-R/RW, with a sophisticated FM tuner, all in a single player.

Full HD Audio Decoding Support (DD,DD+,DOLBY TRUE-HD,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 10 minutes, the Samsung logo appears on TV screen. The HT-BD1250/ HT-BD1252/HT-BD1255 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 30 minutes in the Screen Saver mode.

Power Saving Function

The HT-BD1250/HT-BD1252/HT-BD1255 automatically shuts itself off after 40 minutes in Stop mode.

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 Cinema'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 Cinema to a SAMSUNG TV using an HDMI Cable. (This is only available with SAMSUNG TV's 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.

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.

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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.

Video highlights

The BD-ROM format for movie distribution supports three highly advanced video codecs, including AVC, VC-1, and MPEG-2. HD video resolutions are also available:

1920 x 1080 HD• 1280 x 720 HD•

For High-Deﬁnition Playback

To view high-deﬁnition contents on a Blu-ray disc, an HDTV (High Deﬁnition Television) is required. Some discs may require using the player's HDMI OUT to view high-deﬁnition content. The ability to view high-deﬁnition content on Blu-ray disc may be limited depending on the resolution of your TV.

Subtitles

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

BD-LIVE

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

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PLAY MOVIE LANGUAGES SCENE SELECTIONS PREVIEWS

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PLAY MOVIE LANGUAGES SCENE SELECTIONS PREVIEWS

HD Video

Graphic Planes

Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Cinema

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Video Cable FM Antenna Speaker Wire (6 EA)

User's Manual

Remote Control

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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

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

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

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 : INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN

OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

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. This apparatus shall always be connected to a AC outlet with a protective grounding connection. • To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the •

mains plug shall be readily operable.

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

Safety information

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 (7.5~10cm). 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 Cinema 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.

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 approxi

mately 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.

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KEY FEATURES OF YOUR NEW

BLU-RAY HOME CINEMA

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

SAFETY INFORMATION

5 Safety Warnings 6 Precautions

GETTING STARTED

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

DESCRIPTION

14 Front Panel 15 Rear Panel

REMOTE CONTROL

16 Tour of the Remote Control 18 Setting the Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

20 Connecting the Speakers 22 Connecting the Optional Wireless Receiving

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

Components 28 Connecting to the Network 30 Connecting the FM Antenna

BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR

BLU-RAY HOME CINEMA

31 Before Playing 32 On-Screen Menu Navigation 32 Playing a Disc 33 Setting the Sound 33 Using the Search and Skip Functions 34 Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play

SYSTEM SETUP

35 Setting the Clock

LANGUAGE SETUP

36 Setting up the Language Options

DISPLAY SETUP

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

HDMI SETUP

44 Setting up the HDMI Setup Options

AUDIO SETUP

37 Setting up the Speaker Options

PARENTAL SETUP

47 Setting up the Parental Lock

NETWORK SETUP

49 Setting up the Network Setup Options

BD DATA MANAGEMENT

54 System Device Management

SYSTEM UPGRADE

55 Firmware Upgrade 57 System Information 57 Firmware Upgrade Notiﬁcation 57 DviX (R) Registration

WATCHING A MOVIE

58 Using the Display Function 59 Using the Disc Menu & Popup/Title Menu 60 Repeat Play 61 Selecting the Audio Language 61 Selecting the Subtitle Language 62 Changing the Camera Angle 63 PIP (Picture In Picture) Settings 63 BD-LIVE™ 64 DivX Playback

Contents

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SOUND MODE

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

RADIO

75 Listening to Radio 75 Presetting Stations

CONVENIENT FUNCTION

76 Sleep Timer Function 76 Adjusting Display Brightness 76 Mute Function

TROUBLESHOOTING

APPENDIX

79 Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs 80 Speciﬁcations

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

VIEWING A PICTURE

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

USING THE USB FUNCTION

73 Playing Media Files Using the USB Host

Feature

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 Ter m Deﬁnition

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

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

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

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

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

MP3

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

JPEG

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

DivX

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

USB storage

device

This involves a function available on USB storage device.

Caution

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

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

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 77~78)2)

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DISC TYPE AND CHARACTERISTICS

Disc types that can be played

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

PAL broadcast system in

U.K, France, Germany, etc.

Dolby TrueHD DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential

Digital Audio MP3 Stereo Java BD-LIVE

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are ` trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

BD-ROM

BD-RE/BD-R

DVD-VIDEO

AUDIO-CD

DivX

DVD-RW (V mode and ﬁnalized only)

DVD-R (V mode and ﬁnalized only)

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AUDIO + VIDEO Single sided

Single sided(12 cm) 240

AUDIO + VIDEO

AUDIO

AUDIO + VIDEO

AUDIO + VIDEO 12 cm (4.7GB)

Double sided(12 cm) 480

Single sided(8 cm) 80

Double sided(8 cm) 160

Single sided(12 cm) 74

Single sided(8 cm) 20

12 cm

8 cm

Logos of Discs that can be played

Playing time depends

on the Title

480

(EX : Extended Play)

480

(EX : Extended Play)

Getting started

Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased outside your region may not be playable with this ` product. When these discs are played, either “No disc.” or “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.

Region code

Both the Blu-ray Home Cinema 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 Cinema is described on the rear panel of the Blu-ray Home Cinema.

BD Region Code Area

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

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

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

DVD-Video

Region Code

Area

DVD-Video

Region Code

Area

USA, Canada

China

Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East, Greenland

7 Unspeciﬁed Special Use

Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, parts of South East Asia

8 Airlines/Cruise Ships (including Mexico)

Australia, New Zealand, Latin America (including Mexico)

9 Region free

5 Eastern Europe, Russia, India, Africa

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 centre.

Playback may not work for some types of discs, or when speciﬁc operations, such as angle change and aspect ` 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 ` smoke on the recording surface may make it impossible to use the disc for playback. Discs with NTSC programs recorded on them cannot be played using this product. `

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

HD DVD Disc• DVD-RAM•

3.9 GB DVD-R Disc for Authoring.• DVD-RW(VR mode)•

DVD-ROM/PD/MV-Disc, etc• CVD/CD-ROM/CDV/CD-G/CD-I/LD• 8cm MD (mini disc)•

Discs that cannot be played

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Disc Types

BD-RE/BD-R ❖

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

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 Deﬁnition format, for playback on Blu-ray Home Cinemas. This unit can play back pre-recorded commercial BD-ROM discs.

DVD-Video ❖

A digital versatile disc (DVD) can contain up to 135-minutes of images, 8 audio languages and 32 • subtitle languages. It is equipped with MPEG-2 picture compression and Dolby Digital surround, allowing you to enjoy vivid and clear theatre quality images.

When switching from the ﬁrst layer to the second layer of a dual-layered DVD Video disc, there may be • momentary distortion in the image and sound. This is not a malfunction of the unit.

Once a DVD-RW/-R recorded in Video Mode is ﬁnalized, it becomes DVD-Video. Pre-recorded (pre-• stamped) 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 ❖

An audio disc on which 44.1kHz PCM Audio is recorded. • This unit can play back CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW discs. • The unit may not be able to play some CD-R or CD-RW discs due to the condition of the recording. •

CD-R/-RW ❖

Use a 700MB(80 minutes) CD-R/-RW disc. If possible, do not use a 800MB(90 minutes) or above • 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 • back the beginning of the disc or all recorded ﬁles may not play.

Some CD-R/-RW discs may not be playable with this unit, depending on the device which was used • 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 ❖

Once a DVD-R recorded in Video Mode is ﬁnalized, it becomes DVD-Video.• This unit can play back DVD-R discs recorded and ﬁnalized with a Samsung DVD video recorder. It •

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

DVD-RW Disc Playback ❖

Playback can be performed with DVD-RW discs in the Video Mode and ﬁnalized only.• Once a DVD-RW recorded in Video Mode is ﬁnalized, it becomes DVD-Video. Ability to play back may •

depend on recording conditions.

Disc Format

Using MP3 disc ❖

CD-R/-RW, DVD-RW/-R recorded with UDF, ISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back.• Only MP3 ﬁles with the “.mp3” or “.MP3” extension can be played.• Playable bit-rate range is from 56 Kbps to 320 Kbps.• Playable sample-rate is 32KHz to 48KHz.• The unit can handle a maximum of 1500 ﬁles and folders under a parent folder. For MP3 ﬁles recorded •

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

Using JPEG disc ❖

CD-R/-RW, DVD-RW/-R recorded with UDF, ISO9660 or JOLIET format can be played back.• Only JPEG ﬁles with the ".jpg", ".JPG", ".jpeg" or "JPEG" extension can be displayed.• Progressive JPEG is supported.•

DVD-RW/-R (V) ❖

This is a format that is used for recording data on a DVD-RW or DVD-R disc. The disc can be played • by this Blu-ray Home Cinema once it has been ﬁnalized.

If a disc that has been recorded in Video Mode by a different maker’s recorder but has not been • ﬁnalized, it cannot be played by this Blu-ray Home Cinema.

Description

FRONT PANEL

POWER BUTTON

Turns the Blu-ray Home Cinema on and off.

STANDBY INDICATOR

When the unit is ﬁrst plugged in, this indicator lights.

OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON

Opens and closes the disc tray.

FUNCTION BUTTON

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

TUNING DOWN & SKIP

(

) BUTTON

Goes back to the previous title/chapter/track.

Tunes down the FM frequency band.

STOP BUTTON

Stops disc playback.

Volume Control

BUTTON

Volume adjustment.

PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON

Plays a disc or pauses playback.

TUNING UP & SKIP(

) BUTTON

Goes to the next title/chapter/track.

Tunes up the FM frequency band.

DISC TRAY

Opens to accept a disc.

USB HOST

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

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

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FM 75Ω COAXIAL JACK

Connect the FM antenna.

TX CARD CONNECTION (WIRELESS)

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

AUX IN JACKS

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

VIDEO OUTPUT JACK

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

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT JACKS

Connect a TV with Component video inputs to these jacks.

HDMI OUT JACK

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

EXTERNAL DIGITAL OPTICAL INPUT JACKS (OPTICAL1, OPTICAL2)

Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output.

LAN TERMINAL

Can be used for connection to BD-LIVE. It can be also used for ﬁrmware upgrades.

WIRELESS LAN JACK

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

SELECT VOLTAGE(OPTION)

110~127V or 220~240V

5.1 CHANNEL SPEAKER OUTPUT CONNECTORS

Connect the front, centre, surround, subwoofer speakers.

COOLING FAN

The fan always revolves when the power is on. Ensure a minimum of 10cm of clear space on all sides of the fan when installing the product.

Oversized USB drives may not be able to be inserted when a LAN or HDMI cable is connected.0 `

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6 8

Remote control

TOUR OF THE REMOTE CONTROL

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PIP 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

POWER button

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

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

POPUP MENU, TITLE MENU button

TUNER MEMORY, MARKER button

REPEAT button

REPEAT A-B button

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.

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.

You can use the TV POWER, VOLUME, CHANNEL, and • Numeric buttons (0~9).

The remote control may not work on some brands of TV's. 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.

Operation Range of the Remote Control

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

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TV Brand Code List

Admiral (M.Wards)

A Mark

Anam

AOC

Bell & Howell (M.Wards)

Brocsonic

Candle

Cetronic

Citizen

Cinema

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

37 38

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

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

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

No.

Brand

Code

Brand

Code

Connections

This section involves various methods of connecting the Blu-ray Home Cinema 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 Cinema

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" TV's 2~2.4m

For 55" TV's 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 centre speaker or place them slightly in front

of the centre speakers.

Centre 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 60 to 90cm above your ear, facing slightly downward.

Unlike the front and centre 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. 1.

Insert the black wire into the black terminal (–) and the red wire into 2. the red (+) terminal, and then release the tab.

Connect the connecting plugs to the back of the Blu-ray Home 3. Cinema by matching the colours of the speaker plugs to the speaker jacks.

Black

Red

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How to Install the Speaker on the Stand (HT-BD1252/HT-BD1255)

1. Turn the STAND upside-down and connect it to the STAND BASE.

2. Insert ﬁve small SCREWS into the ﬁve holes marked with arrows using a screwdriver as shown in the illustration.

Connect upper SPEAKER to the assembled STAND.

Insert another large SCREW into the hole on the

rear of the speaker marked with arrow using a

screwdriver.

STAND BASE

STAND

1 2

3 4

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

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

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 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).

Front Speaker (R)

Centre Speaker

Subwoofer Speaker

Rear Speaker (R) Rear Speaker (L)

Front Speaker (L)

HT-BD1255

Front Speaker (R)

Subwoofer Speaker

Rear Speaker (R) Rear Speaker (L)

Front Speaker (L)

HT-BD1252

Centre Speaker

Front Speaker (R)

Subwoofer Speaker

Rear Speaker (R) Rear Speaker (L)

Front Speaker (L)

HT-BD1250

Centre Speaker

STAND BASE

STAND

SPEAKER

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-4100)

This product (HT-BD1250/HT-BD1252/HT-BD1255) should be connected with the SWA-4100 only.

Front Speaker (R)

Rear Speaker (L)

Subwoofer

Centre Speaker

Rear Speaker (R)

WIRELESS RECEIVER MODULE

Front Speaker (L)

HT-BD1250

Front Speaker (R)

Rear Speaker (L)

Subwoofer

Centre Speaker

Rear Speaker (R)

WIRELESS RECEIVER MODULE

Front Speaker (L)

HT-BD1252

Front Speaker (R)

Subwoofer

Centre Speaker

WIRELESS RECEIVER MODULE

Front Speaker (L)

HT-BD1255

Rear Speaker (L) Rear Speaker (R)

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Place the wireless receiver module at the rear of the listening position. If the wireless ` 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 ` 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 ` 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 ` main unit and wireless receiver module. With the main unit turned off, press the remote control's number button buttons "0""1""3""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.

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.

Insert the TX card when the Blu-ray Home Cinema is turned off. Inserting the card when it ` 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 ` 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 ProLogic II .

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

Wireless Receiving Module (SWA-4100)

Connect the front, centre and Subwoofer speakers to the 1. Blu-ray Home Cinema, referring to page 21.

With the 2. Blu-ray Home Cinema 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 • and insert the card into the port.

The TX card enables communication between the main • unit and the wireless receiver.

Connect the left and right rear speakers to the wireless 3. receiving module.

Plug the power cord of the wireless receiving module 4. in the wall outlet.

Turn on the 5.

Blu-ray Home Cinema

. The main unit and wireless module will now communicate with

each other and you will hear sound from the rear speakers.

Slanted side face left

TX card

Connections

CONNECTING THE VIDEO OUT TO YOUR TV

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

METHOD 1 : HDMI

(BEST)

Connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT (not supplied) jack on the back of the Blu-ray Home Cinema to the HDMI IN jack on your TV.

Certain HDMI output resolutions may not work, depending on your TV. ` If an HDMI cable is connected from the player to a TV, the Blu-ray Home Cinema’s output is set to ` HDMI automatically within 10 seconds. If you are using the Anynet + feature (see page 44) and Component and HDMI are both ` connected, HDMI mode is automatically selected. When you connect the player to the TV using the HDMI cable for the ﬁrst time or to a new TV, the ` 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 Cinema using an HDMI cable, the player can ` be easily operated using the TV remote control. (This is only available with Samsung TV's that support the Anynet+ feature.) (See page 44) If the HDMI cable is connected or removed during playback of a CD-DA, MP3 or JPEG ﬁle, the ` player will stop playing. After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the ` corresponding Video output (HDMI, Component or Composite) on your Blu-ray Home Cinema. 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.

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 39.

HDMI• (High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface)

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 Cinema transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack.

METHOD3 (supplied)

METHOD2 METHOD1

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HDMI connection description•

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?•

Analogue TV's require an analogue video/audio signal. However, when playing a BD/DVD, the data transmitted to a TV is digital. Therefore either a digital-to-analogue converter (in the Blu-ray Home Cinema) or an analogue-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?•

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+?•

Anynet+ is a convenient function that offers linked operation of this unit through Samsung TV's 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?•

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.

METHOD 2 : Component Video

(BETTER)

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 Blu-ray Home Cinema to the Component Video Input Jacks on your TV.

You can select from a variety of resolution settings such as 1080i, 720p, 576p(480p) and 576i(480i), ` depending on the disc type. (See page 42) 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 42) After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the ` corresponding Video output (HDMI, Component or Composite) on your Blu-ray Home Cinema. 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 COMPONENT as the external source of the TV. In DVD playback, if both HDMI and Component jacks are connected and you select the ` 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 576i(480i).

METHOD 3 : Composite Video

(GOOD)

Connect the supplied Video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back of the Blu-ray Home Cinema to the VIDEO IN jack on your TV.

The VIDEO source is always output in 576i(480i) resolution regardless of the resolution set in the ` SETUP menu. (See page 44) After making the video connection, set the Video input source on your TV to match the ` corresponding Video output (HDMI, Component or Composite) on your Blu-ray Home Cinema. 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 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 ` copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

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 1. external digital component.

Press the 2. D.IN button on the remote control to select D.IN 1 or D.IN 2 input.

You can also use the • FUNCTION button on the main unit. The mode switches as follows : BD/DVD ➞ D.IN 1 ➞ D.IN 2 ➞ AUX ➞ FM.

To see video from your Cable Box/Satellite receiver, you must connect it's video output ` to a TV.

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

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

cannot be supported.

Optical Cable

(not supplied)

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AUX : Connecting an External Analogue Component

Analogue signal components such as a VCR.

Connect AUX IN (Audio) on the main unit to the Audio Out of the external analogue component.1.

Be sure to match connector colours. •

Press the 2. AUX button on the remote control to select AUX input.

You can also use the• FUNCTION button on the main unit. The mode switches as follows : BD/DVD ➞ D.IN 1 ➞ D.IN 2 ➞ AUX ➞ FM.

You can connect the Video Output jack of your VCR to the TV, and connect the Audio ` Output jacks of the VCR to this product.

Audio Cable

(not supplied) If the external analogue component has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right.

Connections

CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK

To access network service or upgrade the current ﬁrmware, you must make one of the following connections. By connecting to a network, you can access the BD-LIVE service and software upgrades from Samsung’s update

server.

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.

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

Broadband

service

Broadband modem

(with integrated router)

Router

Connecting using a router

(e.g. DSL)

Broadband modem

To LAN port

Broadband service

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