Samsung Cht 500 Instruction Manual

							DVD-VCR
CHT-500
PAL SECAM
www.samsungvcr.com
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Instruction Manual
 
						

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Contents
FOREWORD
Safety Instructions  ................................................................................................................. 5
Disc Type and Characteristics ................................................................................................ 6
DVD-VCR OVERVIEWS
Front View of the DVD-VCR  .................................................................................................. 7
Rear View of the DVD-VCR  .................................................................................................. 7
Infrared Remote Control  ........................................................................................................8
Display Indicators  .................................................................................................................. 9
Accessories ........................................................................................................................... 9
CONNECTINGYOURDVD-VCR
Deciding How to Connect DVD-VCR  .................................................................................... 10
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable  .................................................... 11
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the SCART Cable  .................................................... 11
Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment ....................................... 12
Plug & Auto Set up  ................................................................................................................ 13
Tuning Your Television for the DVD-VCR  ............................................................................. 14
Deck Control Keys.................................................................................................................. 15
Basic TV Tuner Operations  ................................................................................................... 16
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control .............................................................................. 16
Copying from DVD to VCR ..................................................................................................... 17
Setting the Date and Time......................................................................................................18
Setting the Menu Language ................................................................................................... 18
SETTINGUPYOURDVD-VCR
Presetting the Stations Automatically  .................................................................................... 19
Presetting the Stations Manually  ........................................................................................... 20
Clearing a Preset Station .......................................................................................................21
Changing the Preset Station Table  ....................................................................................... 22
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (G-K) ................................................................................... 23
Setting the DVD-VCR Output Channel................................................................................... 23
Selecting the Colour Mode  .................................................................................................... 24
NICAM ................................................................................................................................... 24
Intelligent Picture Control  ...................................................................................................... 25
ShowView Extend  ................................................................................................................. 26
Auto Power off ........................................................................................................................ 26
Screen Messages................................................................................................................... 27
Selecting the Cassette Type .................................................................................................. 27
Repeat Play ............................................................................................................................ 28
S-VHS Play ............................................................................................................................ 28
RECORDINGTELEVISIONBROADCASTS
Selecting the Recording Speed .............................................................................................. 29
Protecting a Recorded Cassette ............................................................................................ 30
 
						

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Recording a Programme Immediately .................................................................................... 30
Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop ....................................................................... 31
Using the ShowView  .............................................................................................................32
Modifying ShowView Programming ........................................................................................ 33
Using the Timer Programming Feature .................................................................................. 34
Checking a Preset Recording................................................................................................. 35
Cancelling a Preset Recording ............................................................................................... 35
PLAYINGBACK
Playing a Cassette ................................................................................................................. 36
Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually .................................................................................... 36
Selecting the Audio Output Mode........................................................................................... 37
Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion  ........................................................................................ 37
Playing a Sequence at Variable Speeds ................................................................................ 38
Searching for a Specific Sequence ........................................................................................ 39
Using the Tape Counter .........................................................................................................41
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable ........................................................................ 42
Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder .......................................................................... 43
Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette................................................................................ 44
Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control ........................................................................ 45
DVD FUNCTIONS
Choosing a Connection.............................................................................................................. 46
Setting Up the Language Features.............................................................................................. 47
Setting Up the Audio Options...................................................................................................... 49
Setting Up the Parental Control................................................................................................... 50
Setting Up the Display Options................................................................................................... 51
S-Video Connections (for DVD).................................................................................................. 51
Component Connections (for DVD)............................................................................................. 52
Special Playback Features......................................................................................................... 53
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View).......................................................................................... 54
Using the Display Function (DVD/VCD/CD).................................................................................. 56
Changing the Camera Angle....................................................................................................... 57
Selecting the Subtitle Language.................................................................................................. 57
Repeat Play.............................................................................................................................. 58
Using the Zoom (DVD/VCD)....................................................................................................... 58
Repeat Chapter/Title.................................................................................................................. 59
Selecting the Audio Language.................................................................................................... 59
Using the Mark Function (DVD/VCD)........................................................................................... 60
MP3-CD Playback..................................................................................................................... 61
WMA Play................................................................................................................................62
MP3/WMA Play ....................................................................................................................... 63
Program Play & Random Play.................................................................................................... 64
Picture CD Playback.................................................................................................................. 65
 
						

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Contents (cont.)
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= Step numberImportant Note
1
This manuel is divided into two sections: 
one describing the VCR; the other, the DVD.
Prior to undertaking anything, please verify in which section you actually are by
checking either the  or  symbols or the header of the chapter.
DVDVCR
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by
method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned
by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
protection technology must by authorized by Macrovision Corporized by
Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
APPENDIXA - ADVANCEDCONNECTIONS
Setting the Delay Time............................................................................................................... 67
About Speaker Setup................................................................................................................ 68
Sound Mode Function................................................................................................................ 70
Listening to the Radio................................................................................................................ 71
Presetting Stations.................................................................................................................... 72
SOLVINGPROBLEMS
Technical Specifications............................................................................................................. 73
Problems and Solutions (VCR)................................................................................................... 74
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD)..................................................................................................... 75
 
						

							Safety Instructions
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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.
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5°C40°C 10% 75%
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
ENVIRONMENTS
Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR
to extreme temperature condi-
tions (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.Do NOT expose the DVD-VCR
to any liquids.
Do NOT place any objects on
the DVD-VCR or remote
control.During a storm and/or light-
ning, unplug the DVD-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.
The following illustrations represent precautions.
 
						

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Disc Type and Characteristics
~DIGITAL
SOUNDSTEREO
• Playback
Region
Number• PAL colour
system in U.K,
France, Germany,
etc.• Dolby
Digital disc• Digital
Audio disc • Stereo
disc• DTS disc
Disc Markings
Both the DVD player and the discs are coded by region. These regional codes must match in order for the
disc to play. If the codes do not match, the disc will not play.
The Region Number for this player is described on the rear panel of the player.
Playback Region Number
PA L
• NTSC broadcast
system in USA,
Canada, japan,
South Korea, etc.
NTSC
This DVD player is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos :
12 Cm
8 CmSingle-sided
240 min.
Double-sided
480 min.
Single-sided
80 min.
Double-sided
160 min. Audio
+
Video
Audio
+
Video
Audio• DVD contains excellent sound
and video due to Dolby Digital
and MPEG-2 system.
• Various screen and audio
functions can be easily selected
through the on-screen menu.
• Video with CD sound, VHS
quality & MPEG-1 compression
technology.
• An LP is recorded as an analog
signal with more distortion. CD
is recorded as a Digital Signal
with better audio quality, less
distortion and less deterioration
of audio quality over time.
VIDEO-CD
AUDIO-CD12 Cm
8 Cm74 min.
20 min.
12 Cm
8 Cm74 min.
20 min.
Disc Types
(Logos)Recording
TypesDisc SizeMax.
Playing
Time
Characteristics
DVD
* DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! 
(CDGs play audio only, not graphics.)
* It may not be to play CD-R,CD-RW and DVD-R in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the 
recording.
• ”DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
WMA
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							Front View of the DVD-VCR
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Rear View of the DVD-VCR
1DVD DECK 
2DVD OPEN/CLOSE 
3VCR DECK 
4VCR EJECT
5STANDBY/ON
6HEADPHONE JACK
7STOP
8REW/SKIP BACK BUTTON
9PLAY/STILL10F.F/SKIP NEXT BUTTON
11RECORD
12SOUND MODE
13COPY
14FRONT PANEL DISPLAY  
15PROGRAMME    /  
16PROGRESSIVE SCAN
17SELECT DIAL
18VOLUME DIAL
EJECT
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RADIO ANT.
AM
FM
75COAXIALSPEAKERSFRONT  R             FRONT  L           WOOFER 
SURROUND  R      SURROUND  L       CENTER
AUXIN OUTAUDIO
VIDEODVD & VCR
R
LDVD OnlyCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
1RF ANTENNA  INPUT
2RADIO FM ANTENNA INPUT
3AUX AUDIO L, R IN/OUT SOCKETS
4AV2 (DEC./EXT.) SCART  (EURO-21) SOCKET
5COOLING FAN
6COMPONENT VIDEO OUT75.1CH SPEAKER OUT
8RF OUT TO TV
9RADIO AM ANTENNA INPUT
10VIDEO IN/OUT SOCKETS
11AV1 (EURO AV) IN/OUT SCART  (EURO-21) 
SOCKET
12S-VIDEO OUT
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Infrared Remote Control
1STANDBY/ON
2SHUTTLE
>
3ANGLE/IPC
4DVD SELECT
5VCR SELECT
6TV VOLUME
7OPEN/CLOSE, EJECT
8EZ VIEW
9REWIND, SKIP BACK
10STOP 
11DISC MENU
12MENU 
13LEFT
14RECORD
15TEST
16SPEAKER
17TV/VCR
18MODE, REPEAT
19TITLE, SPEED
20TV STANDBY/ON
210-9
22 ZOOM, INPUT SELECT
23TV SELECT
24FM/AM SELECT
25AMP VOLUME
26PROG/TRK (     ,     )
27AUDIO
28MUTE
29FAST-FORWARD, SKIP NEXT
30PLAY/STILL
31CLEAR
32RETURN, A.DUB
33UP
34OK
35RIGHT
36DOWN
37INFO.
38BASS
39SOUND MODE
40TREBLE
41MARK, SEARCH
42SUBTITLE, TIMER1
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							Display Indicators
Accessories
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7          8              9          10
1The DVD Deck is active.
2  DVD or CD media is loaded.
3  The time, counter position, time remaining or current
deck status is indicated.
4  Recording is in progress (normal and timer).
5  VHS videotape is loaded.
6  The VCR Deck is active.7  A DVD with a DTS soundtrack is loaded. 
8  The Hi-Fi track of a VHS videotape is playing or 
the current TV program or video is broadcast in 
Stereo.
9  Timer Recording is in progress. When it blinks 
an error has occurred. 
10  COPY mode indicator
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (DVD-VCR).
Together with your DVD-VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
REMOTE CONTROL AUDIO & VIDEO CABLEOWNER’S INSTRUCTIONSCOAXIAL CABLE
BATTERIESAM ANTENNA CABLEFM ANTENNA CABLE
 
						

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Deciding How to Connect DVD-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 DVD-VCR (satellite receiver for example) or
temporarily (camcorder for example)
Your DVD-VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
Connector Location Type Direction Recommended Use
AV1 (EURO AV)Rear SCART In/OutTelevision
Satellite receiver
Other VCR
AV2 IN Rear SCART InSatellite receiver 
Other VCR
Audio output Rear Audio RCA OutAudio out
AUX Rear Aux InAudio in
Audio/Video Video in
VIDEO output Rear RCA OutVideo out
S-VIDEO Rear S-JACK OutS-Video out (DVD only)
output
OUT TO TV Rear 75 ΩOutTelevision 
coaxial
IN FROM ANT. Rear 75 ΩInAerial
coaxialCable television network
Satellite receiver
FM/AM Antenna  Rear 75 ΩInFM Antenna 
Input coaxial

AM Antenna 
☛Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your DVD-VCR, ensure that allelements
are switched off.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions
and associated safety precautions.
OUTR
L
OUTR
S-VIDEO OUT
RADIO ANT.
AM
FM
75COAXIAL
EO