Samsung SV-643F, SV-640F User Manual
VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER
Hi-Fi NICAM & A2 STEREO
SV-643F
Instruction Manual
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Contents (cont.)
◆ PLAYING
BACK
■ Playing a Cassette......................................................................................... 28
■ Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically.................................................... 28
■ Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually........................................................... 28
■ Intelligent Picture Control.............................................................................. 29
■ Format 16:9 (WIDE SCREEN)...................................................................... 30
■ Selecting the Colour Mode............................................................................ 30
■ Selecting the Audio Output Mode.................................................................. 31
◆ SEARCHING FOR A SEQUENCE
■ Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion................................................................ 32
■ Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame........................................................... 32
■ Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind........................................................... 33
■ Searching for a Specific Sequence............................................................... 33
■ Auto Repeat Play........................................................................................... 34
■ Interval Repeat Play...................................................................................... 34
◆ E
ASY OPERATION
■ VPS/PDC Default.......................................................................................... 35
■ ShowView EXTEND...................................................................................... 36
■ Using the Tape Counter................................................................................ 36
◆ ADVANCED RECORDING FEATURES
■ Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable............................................... 37
■ Using the Assemble Edit Function................................................................. 38
■ Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder................................................. 38
■ Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette....................................................... 39
◆ OTHER FUNCTIONS AND USEFUL RECOMMENDATIONS
■ Auto Power Off.............................................................................................. 40
■ ECO Mode-Reducing Standby power consumption...................................... 40
■ Technical Specifications................................................................................ 41
◆ SOLVING P
ROBLEMS
■ Problems and Solutions................................................................................. 42
■ TV Frequency Table...................................................................................... 43
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NoteImportantHold downPress/push
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Contents
◆ FOREWORD
■ Safety Instructions......................................................................................... 4
◆ VCR OVERVIEWS
■ Front View of the VCR................................................................................... 5
■ Rear View of the VCR................................................................................... 5
■ Infrared Remote Control................................................................................ 6
■ Display Indicator............................................................................................ 7
■ Accessories................................................................................................... 7
◆ CONNECTING YOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
■ Deciding How to Connect Your VCR............................................................. 8
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Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable and SCART cable.....
9
■ Connecting a Decoder for scrambled PAY TV broadcasts............................ 10
■ Connecting the Audio Output Cable.............................................................. 10
■ Connecting Your VCR to the Satellite receiver or Other Equipment............. 11
■ Plug & Auto Set Up........................................................................................ 12
◆ SETTING UP YOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
■ Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control...................................................... 13
■ Setting the Date and Time............................................................................. 13
■ Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information..................................................... 14
■ Choosing Your Language.............................................................................. 14
■ Presetting the Stations Automatically............................................................ 15
■ Presetting the Stations Manually................................................................... 16
■ Clearing a Preset Station............................................................................... 17
■ Changing the Preset Station Table................................................................ 18
■ Switching between the TV and VCR Modes.................................................. 19
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ECORDING TELEVISION
BROADCASTS
■ Selecting the Cassette Type.......................................................................... 20
■ Selecting the Recording Speed..................................................................... 20
■ NICAM........................................................................................................... 21
■ Protecting a Recorded Cassette.................................................................... 22
■ Recording a Programme Immediately........................................................... 22
■ Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop............................................... 23
■ Using the ShowView Feature........................................................................ 24
■ Modifying ShowView Programming............................................................... 25
■ Using the TIMER Programming Feature....................................................... 26
■ Checking a Preset Recording........................................................................ 27
■ Cancelling a Preset Recording...................................................................... 27
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Front View of the VCR
Rear View of the VCR
The following illustrations represent precautions.
The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product.
DO NOT OPEN THE VCR. Refer to service personnel.
HH
5°C
40°C
10% 75%
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
ENVIRONMENTS
Safety Instructions
Do NOT expose the VCR to
extreme temperature conditions (below 5°C and above
40°C) or to extreme humidity
conditions (less than 10% and
more than 75%).
Do NOT expose the VCR to
direct sunlight.
Do NOT expose the VCR to
any liquids.
Do NOT place any objects on
the VCR or remote control.
During a storm and/or lightning, unplug the VCR from the
mains socket and aerial.
If the remote control is not
used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store
it in a cool, dry place.
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VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
REW
BUTTON
STOP
BUTTON
EJECT
BUTTON
RECORD
BUTTON
PLAY
BUTTON
FF
BUTTON
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
AUX VIDEO
INPUT SOCKET
PROGRAMME
SELECTION BUTTONS
AUX AUDIO G, D
INPUT SOCKETS
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
AV2 IN (DECODEUR/EXT.)
SCART (EURO-21) SOCKET
AV1 (EURO AV) IN/OUT
SCART (EURO-21) SOCKET
AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR
OUT TO TV
CONNECTOR
RCA AUDIO G, D OUTPUT
SOCKETS
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Display Indicator
Accessories
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Together with your VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
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REMOTE CONTROL &
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OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS
COAXIAL CABLE RCA AUDIO CABLE SCART CABLE
Infrared Remote Control
1 Cassette loaded indicator
2 ECO Mode display
3 Multi-function display
4 Timer indicator
5 VIDEO indicator
6 Hi-Fi indicator
7 Rec indicator
VCR
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VCR
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STANDBY/ON BUTTON
SLOW BUTTON
SHUTTLE BUTTON
V-LOCK BUTTON
CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON
AUTO TRACKING BUTTON
IPC BUTTON
TRACKING BUTTONS
AUDIO MODE SELECTION BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE
SEARCH BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON
RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON
AUDIO DUBBING BUTTON
EJECT BUTTON
INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, AV1, AV2, AUX SELECTION /
REPEAT SELECTION BUTTON
PROGRAMME SELECTION BUTTON
DISPLAY BUTTON
PLAY/PAUSE/STILL BUTTON
FAST-FORWARD/FORWARD
SEARCH BUTTON
MENU BUTTON
MENU SELECTION UP BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
OK BUTTON
TIMER BUTTON
TV/VCR BUTTON
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Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial
Cable and SCART cable
To receive television programmes a signal must be received from
one of the following sources:
◆ An outdoor aerial
◆ An indoor aerial
◆ A cable television network
◆ A satellite receiver
☛ Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched off
before connecting the cables.
1 Remove the aerial or network input cable from the television.
2 Connect this cable to the 75Ω coaxial socket marked on the
rear of your VCR.
3 Plug the coaxial cable supplied into the socket on your VCR.
4 Plug the other end of the coaxial cable into the connector
previously used for the aerial on the television.
5 Connect one end of the scart cable to the AV1 (EURO AV) socket
on the rear of the VCR. You must connect your VCR to the
television via the scart cable.
6 Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the
television.
TV
TV
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
Deciding How to Connect Your VCR
You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems:
◆ Types of connectors available on your systems
◆ Systems connected permanently to the VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily
(camcorder for example)
Your VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
Connector Location Type Direction Recommended Use
AV1 Rear SCART In/Out ◆ Television
◆ Satellite receiver
◆ Other VCR
AV2 Rear SCART In/Out ◆ Decoder for scrambled Pay TV
broadcasts
Example: CANAL+.
◆ Satellite receiver
◆ Other VCR
AUX Front Audio/Video RCA In ◆ Audio Hi-Fi system
◆ Camcorder
◆ Hi-Fi Stereo VCR
Audio output Rear Audio RCA Out ◆ Audio Hi-Fi system
OUT TO TV Rear 75 Ω Out ◆ Television
coaxial
IN FROM ANT. Rear 75 Ω In ◆ Aerial
coaxial ◆ Cable television network
◆ Satellite receiver
☛
Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your VCR, ensure that all elements are
switched off
.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions
and associated safety precautions.
Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable and SCART cable
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AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
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AV1 (EURO AV)
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Connecting Your VCR to the Satellite receiver or Other
Equipment
Connecting a Decoder for scrambled PAY TV broadcasts
This VCR is fully equipped to receive scrambled Pay TV broadcasts.
Example
: CANAL+ or Premiere broadcasts.
You can:
◆ Record a scrambled programme while watching another
channel
◆ Record another channel while watching a scrambled
programme
1 Connect the VCR to the television as indicated on page 9.
2 Plug the SCART cable with the decoder into the AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
socket on the rear of the VCR.
3 Plug the other end into the decoder.
➢ If you connect the DVD player into the AV2(DEC./EXT.)
socket on the rear of the VCR, you have to select normal
video output in the video display menu of DVD player.
Connecting the Audio Output Cable
You can connect your VCR to a Hi-Fi system.
Example
: You wish to take advantage of the quality of your Hi-Fi
stereo system when watching a programme or recording
via your VCR.
☛ ◆ Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you
must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen
when the VCR is switched off.
◆ Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched off
before connecting the cables.
1 Connect the coaxial cable or SCART as indicated on page 9.
2 Plug the audio output cable into the audio connectors on the rear
of your VCR.
➢ Respect the colour coding of the left and right channels.
3 Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate input
connectors on your Hi-Fi stereo system.
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
2
2
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
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SCART Cable
SCART Cable
DECODER
Aerial
TV
Aerial Connector
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3
You can connect your VCR to the Satellite receiver or other VCR using the SCART cable if the appropriate
outputs are available on the equipment chosen. The following illustrations give a few examples of the
connection possibilities.
1. AV2(DEC./EXT.): By means of 21-pin Scart Cable
Plug the SCART Cable with satellite receiver or other equipment into the AV2(DEC./EXT.) socket on the rear of
the VCR.
After making this connection, select the source by pressing the INPUT button for the AV2 input sources.
2. By means of RF Coaxial Cable
After making this connection, you must preset the station received through the satellite tuner.
Satellite Receiver or other Equipment
Aerial
Aerial Connector
2
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
SCART Cable
TV
1
SCART Cable
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AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
TV
AV1 (EURO AV)
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Plug & Auto Set Up
Your VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the
mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The
process takes a few minutes. Your VCR will then be ready for use.
1 Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 9.
(Connecting Your VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cable)
2 Plug the VCR into the mains. The message
“
L’INSTALLATION AUTO VA DEBUTER. VERIFIER
LES BRANCHEMENTS DE VOTRE MAGNETOSCOPE.” will be
displayed. It will automatically tune itself in and store TV stations
in the memory.
3 The process will finish after a few minutes. Then the date and time
are set automatically from the broadcast signal, but this function
will not operate if there is no Teletext signal.
TV
TV
AV2 (DEC./EXT.)
AV1 (EURO AV)
R/D
L/G
AUDIO
OUT/SORTIE
2
RÉGLAGE DE L’HORLOGE.
LUN
HORLOGE AUTO : OUI
12:00 1/JAN/2001
➛❿!!!!!!!!!!!!!
$❷!!!!!
FIN:MENU
INSTALLATION AUTO
MERCI D’ATTENDRE
60%
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Setting the Date and Time
You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when
you:
◆ Purchase the video cassette recorder
◆ Find that the remote control is no longer working
correctly
1 Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery
compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
2 Insert two AA, R6 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect
the polarities:
◆ + on the battery with + on the remote control
◆ – on the battery with – on the remote control
3 Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote
control and pushing it back into place.
➢ Do not mix different battery types (manganese and
alkaline for example).
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
Your VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to:
◆ Automatically stop programme recording
◆ Preset your VCR to record a programme automatically
You must set the date and time when:
◆ You purchase the video cassette recorder
☛ ◆ The date and time are set automatically from the
broadcast signal, but this function will not operate if
there is no Teletext signal.
◆ Do not forget to reset the time when you change
clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
1 Press MENU on the remote control.
Result
: The programming menu is displayed.
2 Press the corresponding
",❷
or ➛, ❿buttons to select the
RÉGLAGE HORLOGE option.
3 Press the OK button to select this option.
Result
: The RÉGLAGE HORLOGE menu is displayed.
4 Press
➛or❿
to select the hour, minutes, day, month and year.
Result: The option selected flashes.
5 Press the
"or❷
buttons to increase or decrease the value.
Result
: The day of the week is displayed automatically.
➢ You can hold the
"or❷
buttons down to scroll more
quickly through the values.
6 On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
OK
ENRG. MENU
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RÉGLAGE HORLOGE
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
LUN
HORLOGE AUTO : OUI
12:00 1/JAN/2001
➛❿!!!!!!!!!!!
"❷
FIN:MENU
1
"❷!!
➛❿!!
OK FIN:MENU
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