Samsung SV-L625K User Manual [en, en]

VIDEO

CASSETTE RECORDER

SV-L625K
SV-L85K
SV-L35K

Instruction Manual

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About this manual

Contents

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Thank you for purchasing a Samsung Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on setting up and
using your VCR. Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full
advantage of your VCR’s features.

The instructions in this manual are for models, SV-L625K, SV-L85K and SV-L35K.
Before you start reading this manual please check your model number.
It is displayed on the rear of the VCR.

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(SV-L625K): Exceptions only for a certain model, for example

SV-L625K.

- Gray shaded areas marked with a star indicate instructions that are
only relevant to one model.

Features Chart

Feature SV-L625K SV-L85K SV-L35K

IPC (Intelligent Picture Control)
Changing recording speed (SP/LP)
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video cable
Dual VCR/TV remote Control
Audio Dubbing a pre-recorded Cassette

Hi-Fi & A2/NICAM
SHUTTLE Dial

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◆ FOREWORD

■ Safety Instructions......................................................................................... 5

◆ VCR OVERVIEWS

■ Front View of the VCR................................................................................... 6

■ Rear View of the VCR ................................................................................... 7

■ Infrared Remote Control................................................................................ 8

■ Display Indicator............................................................................................ 9

■ Accessories................................................................................................... 9

◆ CONNECTING YOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

■ Deciding How to Connect Your VCR............................................................. 10

■ Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable............................. 11

■ Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable................................. 11

■ Connecting Other Equipment to Your VCR................................................... 12

■ Plug & Auto Set Up........................................................................................ 13

■ Tuning your Television for the VCR............................................................... 14

◆ SETTING UP YOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

■ Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control...................................................... 15

■ Setting the Date and Time............................................................................. 15

■ Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information ..................................................... 16

■ Choosing Your Language.............................................................................. 16

■ Setting the VCR Output Channel................................................................... 17

■ Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (B/G-D/K)............................................. 17

■ Presetting the Stations Automatically............................................................ 18

■ Presetting the Stations Manually................................................................... 19

■ Clearing a Preset Station............................................................................... 20

■ Changing the Preset Station Table................................................................ 21

◆ RECORDING TELEVISION BROADCASTS

■ Selecting the Cassette Type.......................................................................... 22

■ Selecting the Recording Speed (SV-L625K/SV-L85K Only) ......................... 22

■ NICAM (SV-L625K Only)............................................................................... 23

■ Protecting a Recorded Cassette.................................................................... 24

■ Recording a Programme Immediately........................................................... 24

■ Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop............................................... 25

■ Using the Timer Programming Feature......................................................... 26

■ Checking a Preset Recording........................................................................ 27

■ Cancelling a Preset Recording...................................................................... 27

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Safety Instructions

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◆ PLAYING BACK

■ Playing a Cassette......................................................................................... 28

■ Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically (SV-L35K Only).......................... 28

■ Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually........................................................... 28

■ Intelligent Picture Control .............................................................................. 29

■ Intelligent Picture Control (SV-L35K Only).................................................... 29

■ Selecting the Colour Mode............................................................................ 30

■ Selecting the Audio Output Mode (SV-L625K Only)...................................... 31

■ Selecting the Audio Mute Mode (SV-L85K/SV-L35K Only)........................... 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

■ Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds....................................................... 33

■ Searching for a Specific Sequence ............................................................... 34

■ Auto Repeat Play........................................................................................... 35

■ Interval Repeat Play...................................................................................... 35

■ Using the Tape Counter ................................................................................ 36

■ Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette....................................................... 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 Pre-recorded Cassette (SV-L625K Only).............................. 39

◆ OTHER FUNCTIONS AND USEFUL RECOMMENDATIONS

■ Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control (SV-L625K/SV-L85K Only).... 40

■ Auto Power Off.............................................................................................. 41

■ Technical Specifications................................................................................ 42

◆ SOLVING PROBLEMS

■ Problems and Solutions................................................................................. 43

■ TV Frequency Table (System B/G-D/K)........................................................ 44

Symbols

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.

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 place any objects on
the VCR or remote control.

Do NOT expose the VCR to
direct sunlight.

During a storm and/or light­ning, unplug the VCR from the
mains socket and aerial.

Do NOT expose the VCR to
any liquids.

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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Front View of the VCR

TV

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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INPUT SOCKET

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INPUT SOCKETS

EJECT BUTTON

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INPUT SOCKETS

STANDBY/ON
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STANDBY/ON
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STANDBY/ON
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PROGRAM
SELECTION
BUTTONS

PROGRAM
SELECTION
BUTTONS

VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT

RECORD
BUTTON

VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT

RECORD
BUTTON

VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT

STOP
BUTTON

STOP
BUTTON

SHUTTLE RING

PLAY BUTTON

REW
BUTTON

PAUSE/STILL
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REW
BUTTON

F.F
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F.F
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PLAY
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AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR

OUT TO TV
CONNECTOR

VIDEO INPUT
SOCKET

VIDEO OUTPUT
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AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR

VIDEO INPUT
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AUDIO L, R INPUT
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AUDIO L, R OUTPUT
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AUDIO INPUT
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INPUT SOCKETS

LINE IN AUDIO

PROGRAM
SELECTION
BUTTONS

RECORD
BUTTON

STOP

BUTTON

PAUSE/STILL
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PLAY
BUTTON

VIDEO OUTPUT
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AUDIO OUTPUT
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TV VCR INPUT

REPEAT

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SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER

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VIDEO STEREO

Display Indicator

(SV-L625K/SV-L85K)

VCR STANDBY/ON BUTTON

SLOW BUTTON

SHUTTLE BUTTON

V-LOCK BUTTON

CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON

TV BUTTON

VCR BUTTON

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AUDIO MODE SELECTION BUTTON

VOLUME BUTTONS

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AUDIO MUTE BUTTON

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STOP BUTTON

REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE

SEARCH BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON

MENU SELECTION BUTTON

MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON

RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON

AUDIO DUBBING BUTTON

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(SV-L35K)

STANDBY/ON BUTTON

MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON

SLOW BUTTON

SHUTTLE BUTTON

V-LOCK BUTTON

CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON

AUTO TRACKING BUTTON

IPC BUTTON

TRACKING BUTTONS

AUDIO MUTE BUTTON

STOP BUTTON

REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE

SEARCH BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON

MENU SELECTION BUTTON

STANDBY/ON EJECT

SLOW

SHUTTLE

V-LOCK

CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX

A.TRK IPC INPUT

AUDIO

REC MENU

SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER

TRK PROG

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REPEAT

DISPLAY

TV STANDBY/ON BUTTON

INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, LINE IN 1, LINE IN 2 SELECTION /

REPEAT SELECTION BUTTON
PROGRAMME SELECTION /

TRACKING BUTTONS
DISPLAY BUTTON

PLAY/PAUSE/STILL BUTTON
FAST-FORWARD/FORWARD

SEARCH BUTTON
MENU BUTTON
MENU SELECTION UP BUTTON

MENU SELECTION BUTTON
OK BUTTON

TIMER BUTTON

EJECT BUTTON

INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, LINE IN 1, LINE IN 2 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

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1 Cassette loaded indicator
2 PLAY indicator
3 Multi-function display
4 Timer indicator
5 REC indicator

6 STEREO indicator

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Accessories

You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Together with your VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.

REMOTE CONTROL

OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS

COAXIAL CABLE

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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VIDEO AUDIO

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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

LINE IN 1 Rear Audio/Video RCA In ◆ Camcorder

Audio/Video Rear Audio/Video RCA Out ◆ Television
output ◆ Other VCR

LINE IN 2 Front Audio/Video RCA In ◆ Audio system

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(SV-L625K only)

LINE IN 2 Front Audio/Video RCA In ◆ Audio system

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(SV-L85K/SV-L35K only)

OUT TO TV Rear 75 Ω Out ◆ Television

coaxial

IN FROM ANT. Rear 75 Ω In ◆ Aerial

☛ 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.

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coaxial ◆ Cable television network

◆ Satellite receiver

◆ Other VCR

◆ Camcorder

◆ Other VCR

◆ Camcorder

◆ Other VCR

◆ Satellite receiver

Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial 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.

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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 To obtain better quality pictures and sound on your television, you

can also connect your VCR to the television via the RCA cable
(see section below) if your television is equipped with this type of
connection.

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Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable

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Aerial

SV-L625K

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RF
coaxial
cable

You can connect your VCR to the television using the RCA cable if the appropriate input is available on the
television. You thus:

◆ Obtain better quality sound and pictures

◆ Simplify the setting up procedure of 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

1 Connect the coaxial cable as indicated in the above section.
2 Connect one end of the RCA Audio/Video cable to the Video output and Audio output socket on the rear

of the VCR.

3 Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.

Aerial

SV-L85K/SV-L35K

before connecting the cables.

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VIDEO AUDIO

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Connecting Other Equipment to Your VCR

You can connect other audio and/or video equipment to your VCR in different ways.
The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities.

➢ The RCA input/output connectors on the front of the VCR are used

for equipment, such as camcorders, VCRs or sound systems.

SV-L625K

VIDEO L AUDIO R

LINE IN 2

FRONT OF THE VCR REAR OF THE VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

R L

LINE IN 1

LINE OUT

Camcorder

VCR

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 11.

(Connecting Your VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cable)

2 Plug the VCR into the mains.

Result

: The LANGUAGE SET menu is displayed.

3 Select the required language by pressing the
4 Press OK to store the language selected.

Result

: A message appears.

5 Press OK to start the auto scanning.

◆ The number of stations automatically stored by the VCR

depends on the number of stations that it has found.

6 On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.

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buttons.

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SV-L85K/SV-L35K

FRONT OF THE VCR REAR OF THE VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

LINE IN 1

LINE OUT

Sound system

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Auto preset can be performed by pressing (STOP) on the

➢

VCR continuously for 5 seconds or more with no tape
inserted.

AUTO SET UP

PLEASE WAIT

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REC MENU

Tuning Your Television for the VCR

You must tune your television for the VCR only if you are not using
a RCA cable

➢ To view pictures from your VCR when a RCA cable is

used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode

STANDBY/ON

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(AV).

1 Switch on the television.
2 Switch on the VCR by pressing STANDBY/ON on the front of the

VCR or VCR STANDBY/ON (STANDBY/ON) on the remote
control.

3 Select a programme position on the television to be reserved for

use with your VCR.

4 Insert the video cassette in the VCR. Check that the VCR starts

reading the cassette; if not, press

5 Start a scan on your television or set the television to UHF

channel 36.

6 Fine tune the television until the pictures and sound are obtained

clearly.

7 If you cannot find the pictures and sound, or there is interference

from nearby channels, it may be necessary to change the setting
of the VCR output channel (see Solving Problems section of this
manual).

8 When the picture and sound are perfectly clear, store this channel

at the desired programme position on the television.

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That programme is now reserved for use with your VCR.

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