00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page i Instruction Manual DVD-V540 DVD-V440 DVD-V340 STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE OK PAL/NTSC AK68-00413B www.samsungvcr.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 1 Remote Control Overview (DVD-V540) STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE OK (DVD-V440/V340) STANDBY/ON OPEN/CLOSE OK
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 2 Contents Checking a Preset Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Cancelling a Preset Recording . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Foreword Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Disc Type and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 DVD-VCR Overviews Front View of the DVD-VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear View of the DVD-VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Display Indicators . . . .
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 3 Safety Instructions The following illustrations represent precautions. The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. DO NOT OPEN THE DVD-VCR. Refer to service personnel. 10% 75% 40°C H H 5°C Do NOT expose the DVD-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 DVD-VCR to direct sunlight.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 4 Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Disc Size DVD VIDEO-CD Max. Playing Time Characteristics Audio + Video 12 Cm Single-sided 240 min. Double-sided 480 min. • DVD contains excellent sound and video due to Dolby Digital and MPEG-2 system. 8 Cm Single-sided 80 min. Double-sided 160 min.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 5 Front View of the DVD-VCR (DVD-V540) 1 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 DVD DECK OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON VIDEO CASSETE COMPARTMENT EJECT BUTTON STANDBY/ON BUTTON REW/SKIP BACK BUTTON 7 8 9 10 11 12 4 (DVD-V340) STOP BUTTON PLAY/STILL BUTTON F.F / SKIP NEXT BUTTON RECORD BUTTON COPY BUTTON PROGRAME SELECTION BUTTON 7 8 9 10 11 12 10 13 14 15 16 16 DVD / VCR SELECT BUTTON PROGRESSIVE BUTTON LINE IN2 VIDEO INPUT JACK LINE IN2 AUDIO L, R INPUT JACK F.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 6 Rear View of the DVD-VCR (DVD-V540/DVD-V440) 1 1 2 3 4 RF ANTENNA INPUT RF OUT TO TV LINE IN 1 LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE) 5 6 2 3 4 AUDIO LINE OUT TO TV (S-VIDEO OR COMPONENT) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT SOCKET (COAXIAL) 5 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT DIGITAL AUDIO OUT SOCKET (OPTICAL) S-VIDEO OUT JACK (DVD-V340) 1 1 2 3 4 RF ANTENNA INPUT RF OUT TO TV LINE IN 1 LINE OUT TO TV (COMPOSITE) 5 6 2 3 4 AUDIO LINE OUT TO TV (S-VIDEO OR COMPONENT) D
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 7 Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable Display Indicators 1 2 3 4 5 To receive television programmes a signal must be received from one of the following sources: ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ 6 1 2 3 The DVD Deck is active A DVD, CD, VCD, or SVCD is loaded The time, counter position, time remaining or current deck status is displayed VHS tape is inserted The VCR Deck is active A Timer Recording is programmed or in progress.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 8 Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable You can connect your DVD-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 DVD-VCR ☛ Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 9 Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR Plug & Auto Set up Your DVD-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 DVD-VCR will then be ready for use. You must tune your television for the DVD-VCR only if you are not using a RCA cable ➢ 1 Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 7.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 10 Deck Control Keys The DVD-VCR uses one set of controls to operate both decks. The following keys are helpful in successfully controlling each deck. Copying from DVD to VCR The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape with a press of the COPY button. If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision® encoded DVDs.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 11 Setting the Date and Time Your DVD-VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to: Setting the Menu Language 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿. Result: The Setup menu is displayed. ◆ Automatically stop programme recording ◆ Preset your DVD-VCR to record a programme automatically You must set the date and time when: ◆ You purchase the DVD-VCR ◆ Do not forget to reset the time when you change clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 12 Presetting the Stations Automatically ☛ You do not need to preset the stations if you have already set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on page 9). Your DVD-VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts. Auto Setup Your data will be lost Press OK to continue Menu to exit You must preset the stations received through the tuner.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 13 Presetting the Stations Manually ☛ You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿. Result: The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the corresponding 9 Press the ,❷ buttons until the NAME is selected. The station name is set automatically from the broadcast signal. 10 To change the programme’s name, press the ❿ button. Result: The first letter of the name flashes.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 14 Changing the Preset Station Table Clearing a Preset Station you have stored a TV station: ☛◆IfThat you do not require ◆ At the wrong programme position you can cancel it. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿. Result: The Setup menu is displayed. 2 Press the corresponding ,❷ buttons to select the Install option. You can rearrange the Station Table and give different programme numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 15 Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel 8 Press the ,❷ buttons to select required position. And then press OK again to swap the position. 9 On completion, press the RETURN button four times to exit the menu. Your DVD-VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures. Also, you can change the DVD-VCR output channel to adjust the frequency in which information is displayed on the screen.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 16 NICAM ★ (DVD-V540/DVD-V440) Selecting the Colour Mode Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard. ➢ When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD-VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your TV. If your TV is a PAL system only TV, set NTPB. If your TV is Multi System TV (NTSC 4.43 compatible), set NT4.43 and you can record NT4.43. 1 After pressing the MENU, press the OK or ❿.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 17 Intelligent Picture Control The Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own preferences. 2 Press the corresponding ,❷ buttons, until the Auto Power Off option is selected. 1 During playback, press the MENU button on the Language remote control. 2 Press the OK or ❿. Install User Set Auto Power Off Screen Messages Result: The Setup menu is displayed.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 18 Selecting the Cassette Type If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. 1 After pressing the MENU press the corresponding ,❷ buttons to select the VCR option. 2 Press the OK or ❿ buttons to select this option. Result: The VCR Setup menu is displayed. 3 Press the corresponding ,❷ buttons, until the Tape Select option is selected.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 19 Recording a Programme Immediately Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corresponding station (unless you are recording via an external video source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 11 and 12. 1 Switch on the television. 2 To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television channel reserved for use with your DVD-VCR (or the AV input if used).
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 20 Using the Timer Programming Feature The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD-VCR to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset. ☛ Before presetting a recording, check that the date and time are correct. 14 When you have finished, press the RETURN button. 15 Press the STANDBY/ON button to activate the timer.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 21 Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually Cancelling a Preset Recording You can cancel any programmes that are: ◆ Incorrect ◆ No longer required The Picture Adjustment feature allows you to adjust the alignment manually to obtain the best possible picture. When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust alignment manually by pressing the TRK buttons until the picture is clear and stable. 1 Press TIMER on the remote control.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 22 Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion You can play a cassette in slow motion. ➢ No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow motion. Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds You can vary the playback speed using the Shuttle function (up to nine times the normal speed). Example: 1 Press: ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ❿ll to start playing the cassette ❿ll button one more time to make still mode. ❿❿ to start SLOW mode.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 23 Searching for a Specific Sequence Go To [0:00:00] Stop Index Skip Search Use this feature when you want to search for the 0:00:00 counter position on a cassette. Press the CLEAR button at the point on the tape where you want to set the counter to 0:00:00. The VCR will rewind or fast forward, searching for the 0:00:00 counter position, and then automatically stop at that position.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 24 Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable Using the Tape Counter You can connect other audio/video equipment to your DVD-VCR using audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. 0:00:00 3 When you are ready, ◆ Start playback or Recording. ◆ Press the ■ button. ◆ To fast-froward or rewind to the sequence at which the counter was set to zero, press ➛➛ or ❿❿.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 25 Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control ★ (DVD-V540 Only) You can copy a cassette to your DVD-VCR from another video source, such as another VCR or a camcorder. Your DVD-VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 26 Setting Up the Language Features Choosing a Connection The following show examples of connections commonly used to connect the DVD -VCR player with a TV and other components. It is only available for DVD. The VCR out can not watch by this connection. If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 27 Setting Up the Language Features Using the Audio Language Using the Subtitle Language 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using ,❷ buttons, then OK or ❿ button. 3 Select Language Setup using press the OK or ❿ button. ,❷ buttons, then 2 Select DVD using ,❷ buttons, then OK or ❿ button. 3 Select Language Setup using press the OK or ❿ button.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 28 Setting Up the Audio Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using Dynamic Compression 1. On : To select dynamic compression. 2. Off : To select the standard range. ,❷ buttons, then OK or ❿ button. PCM Down Sampling 1. On : Select this when the amplifier connected to the player is not 96KHz compatible. In this case, the 96KHz signals will be down converted to 48KHZ. Setup Setup Display Setup Setup : 2.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 29 Setting Up the Display Options 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using button. TV Aspect Depending on the type of television you have, you may want to adjust the screen setting (aspect ratio). ,❷ buttons, then OK or ❿ 1. 4:3 Letter Box : Select when you want to see the total 16:9 ratio screen DVD supplies, even though you have a TV with a 4:3 ratio screen. Black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. 2.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 30 Setting Up the Parental Control The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating - which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. Yes 1 With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button. 2 Select DVD using ,❷ buttons, then OK or ❿ button. 3 Select Parental Setup using press the OK or ❿ button.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 31 A/V Receiver Connections To take full advantage of the movie theater experience that DVD offers, you may want to connect your DVDVCR to a complete Surround Sound system, including an A/V Receiver and six Surround Sound speakers. Before You Begin... • If your A/V receiver is equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder, you have the option to bypass the DVD-VCR’s built-in Dolby Digital Decoder. Use the Digital Audio Out connection below.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 32 Component Connections (for DVD) ★ (DVD-V540/DVD-V440) Component video output is available only for DVD playback. RF and Line input are available for Tuner and VCR playback. If your TV set supports Progressive Scan, it can transmit Pr, Pb, and Y signals separately, so you can enjoy sharp and clear picture. Press "OK" to confirm Prorgessive scan mode. Otherwise press "RETURN".
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 33 Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) To play back using aspect ratio (DVD) 1 Press the EZ VIEW button. • The screen size changes when the button is pressed repeatedly. • The screen zoom mode operates differently depending on the screen setting in the initial DVD menu. • To ensure correct operation of the EZ VIEW button, you should set the correct aspect ratio in the initial setup.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 34 Using the Display Function When Playing a DVD/VCD/CD 4 To make the screen disappear, press the INFO. button again. ➢• 1 During play, press the INFO. button on the remote. ,❷ buttons to select the desired item. 3 Use the ➛, ❿ buttons to make the desired setup. 2 Use the What is a Chapter? Each Title on a DVD is usually divided into chapters (similar to tracks on an audio CD). • What is a Title? A DVD may contain several different titles.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 35 Selecting the Subtitle Language Changing the Camera Angle Using the ANGLE button When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. You can select a desired subtitle quickly and easily with the subtitle button. Using the SUBTITLE button Press the ANGLE button to see if an ANGLE 1 Press the SUBTITLE button. ( ) mark is present at the upper Right hand corner of the screen.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 36 Repeat Play Selecting the Audio Language Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. You can select a desired language quickly and easily with the AUDIO button. When playing a DVD Using the Audio button 1 Press the REPEAT button on the remote. Repeat screen appears. 1 Press the AUDIO button. 2 Select Chapter, Title or A-B using the ➛, ❿ buttons. • Press the REPEAT button.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 37 Using the Mark Function This feature lets you mark sections of a DVD or VCD (MENU OFF mode) so you can quickly find them at a later time. Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD) 1 During play, press the MARK button on the remote. The Mark icons will be displayed. MP3/WMA Play If you insert an MP3/WMA Disc into the DVD player, you can see the folder directory. • Select the desired folder in the root directory.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 38 MP3/WMA Play Use a decompression transfer rate of at least 128Kbps when recording MP3 files. Sound quality with MP3 files basically depends on the rate of compression/decompression you choose. Getting audio CD quality sound requires an analog/digital sampling rate, that is conversion to MP3 format, of at least 128 Kbps and up to 160 Kbps. However, choosing higher rates, like 192 Kbps or more, only rarely give better sound quality.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 39 Program Play & Random Play Program Play (CD/MP3/WMA) 1 Press the MODE button. 2 Use the ➛, ❿ buttons to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. PROGRAM Picture CD Playback 1 Open the disc tray. 2 Load the disc on the tray. Load the disc with the labeled side up. 3 Close the tray. - The tray closes and you should get a screen that looks like the one below.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 40 Picture CD Playback Total : 1/3 ROOT ROOT 20020822094 MP3 JPEG CD-R JPEG Discs • Only files with the ".jpg" and ".JPG" extensions can be played. • If the disc is not closed, it will take longer to start playing and not all of the recorded files may be played. Album Photo : 1 /215 • Only CD-R discs with JPEG files in ISO 9660 or Joliet format can be played.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 41 DivX/XviD/MPEG4 Special Playback Features ★ (DVD-V540/DVD-V440) During DivX/XviD/MPEG4 playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ❿ll button. 1 Still Press the ❿ll button on the remote control during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. • To resume playback, press the ❿ll button. • If the player is left in Still mode for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 42 DivX/XviD/MPEG4 Playback ★ (DVD-V540/DVD-V440) 1 When the disc is inserted, the file structure of the disc will be shown. Depending on the file format, a different icon will appear next to each file. The , , and files will have been highlighted. Use , ❷ to select the movie file, and then press OK or ❿II. Result : When the 'Reading Index......' message is displayed, wait for a second or two. The movie will be played back.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 43 Technical Specifications General Rated voltage AC 110 - 240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption 19 Watts Weight 3.9 Kg Size 430mm X 282mm X 82mm Operating ambient temperature +5°C ~ +35°C Installation conditions Operation position : Horizontal, Relative humidity : Below 75% Input Output Video input (Rear) RCA jack : 1.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 44 Problems and Solutions (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. Problem Explanation/Solution No power ◆ ◆ Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet. Have you pressed the STANDBY/ON button? You cannot insert a video cassette ◆ A video cassette can only be inserted with the window side up and the safety tab facing you.
00413B DVD-V540/XSG-ENG 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 45 Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Before requesting service (troubleshooting) Problem Action Page Disc does not play. ◆ Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side facing up. ◆ Check the region number of the DVD. ◆ This player cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. Insert a DVD, a VIDEO-CD or a CD. 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. ◆ 5.1 channel sound is reproduced only when the following conditions are met.
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