Samsung Ht C6950w User Manual

							
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Home Cinema System
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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.
CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates “dangerous 
voltage” inside the product that presents 
a risk of electric shock or personal injury.
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG 
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
This symbol indicates important 
instructions accompanying the 
product.
WARNING 
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do 
not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
 
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.
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.
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1  LASER PRODUKT 
LUOKAN 1  LASER LAITE
KLASS 1      LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO  LÁSER CLASE 1
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  
INVISIBLELASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
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Precautions
Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your product. Install your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (7.5~10cm). Do not place the product on amplifiers or other equipment which may become hot.  Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered. Do not stack anything on top of the product. Before moving the product, ensure the Disc Insert Hole is empty. In order to disconnect the product 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 product.Do not expose the product to direct sunlight or other heat sources. This could lead to overheating and malfunction of the product. Protect the product from moisture, and excess heat or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i.e. speakers.).Disconnect the power cable from the AC supply if the product malfunctions. Your product is not intended for industrial use. Use of this product is for personal use only.Condensation may occur if your product or disc has been stored in cold temperatures. If transporting the product during the winter, wait approximately 2 hours until the product has reached room temperature before using.The batteries used with this product contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment. Do not dispose of batteries in the general household trash.
Viewing TV using 3D function
Important safety Information. Read the following warnings before you or your child use the 3D function.
The pregnant, elderly and epileptic and those suffering from a weak heart or serious carsickness are advised to avoid watching 3D pictures.We don’t recommend 3D pictures to those who are in bad physical condition, who are sleep-deprived or who drank liquor. Some 3D pictures may startle viewers.Do not place a sharp-edged or easily breaking object around you when playing a 3D video. If you feel and respond your body to the 3D video like it’s real, you can break the object around you or be physically damaged.Photosensitive Seizure Warning and Other Health Risks
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Some viewers may experience an epileptic seizure or stroke when exposed to certain flashing 
images or lights contained in certain television pictures or video games. If you or any of your 
relatives has a history of epilepsy or strokes, please consult with a medical specialist before using 
the 3D function.
-    If you have any one of the following symptoms or conditions while watching 3D pictures, stop 
watching immediately and rest: dizziness, eye or facial instability, involuntary movement, cramps, 
clouded consciousness, mental disorder, disorientation or nausea. (If the symptom persists, please 
consult a medical specialist.)
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In particular, children or teenagers need parent care and guard when they watching the 3D video. 
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Do not watch 3D pictures when you feel incoherent, sleepy, tired or sick. Avoid watching 3D 
pictures for long hours.
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Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound 
and picture quality or cause skipping.
Be especially careful not to scratch discs when 
handling them.
Holding discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. 
Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not 
get on the surface.
Do not stick paper or tape on the 
disc.
Disc Storage
Do not keep in direct sunlight
Keep in a cool ventilated area
Keep in a clean Protection jacket. 
Store vertically.
NOTE
Do not allow the discs to become contaminated with 
dirt.
Do not load cracked or scratched discs.
Handling and Storing Discs
If you get fingerprints or dirt on the disc, clean it with a mild detergent diluted in water and wipe with a soft cloth.
When cleaning, wipe gently from the inside to 
the outside of the disc
NOTE
Condensation may form if warm air comes into 
contact with cold parts inside the product. When 
condensation forms inside the product, it may not 
operate correctly. If this occurs, remove the disc 
and let the product stand for 1 or 2 hours with the 
power on.
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Licence
This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX,Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www. divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content. To generate the registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in the device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX VOD.  DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 1080p, including premium content.
Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
< Open Source Licence Notice > In the case of using open source software, Open Source Licences are available on the product menu. 
"Blu-ray 3D" and "Blu-ray 3D"logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
Copyright
© 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights 
reserved.
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Contents
ENGLISH
Safety InformatIon 
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2 Safety Warnings3 Precautions4 Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs4 Licence4 Copyright
GettInG StarteD 
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7       Icons that will be used in manual8 Disc Types and Characteristics12 Accessories13 Description13 Front Panel14 Rear Panel15 Remote control
ConneCtIonS 
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17 Connecting the Speakers22  
Connecting External Devices/your TV via HDMI23 Connecting the FM Antenna24 Connecting the Video Out to your TV25 Connecting Audio from External Components26 Connecting to the Network
SetuP 
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28 Before Starting (Initial settings)29 Setting the Menu30 Display30 3D31 TV Aspect31 BD Wise31 Resolution33 HDMI Format33 Movie Frame (24 Fs)33 Progressive Mode33 Still Mode33 HDMI Deep Color34 Audio34 Speaker Setting35 Musical Auto Calibration35 EQ Optimizer35 HDMI Audio36 Digital Output37 Dynamic Range Control37 AV Sync37 System37 Initial Settings37 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)37 BD Data Management38 Clock38 DivX(R) Registration38 DivX(R) Deactivation39 Network Setup39 Network Settings42 Network Status42 BD-LIVE Internet Connection42 Language43 Security43 Parental Rating43 Change Password
 
						

							
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SetuP 
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43 General43 Background43 Front Display43 Power On/Off Sound43 Light Effect44 Support44 Software Upgrade44 Contact Samsung
BaSIC funCtIonS 
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45 Playing a Disc45 Using the Disc menu / Title menu / Popup menu46 Using the Search and Skip Functions47 Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play47 Repeat Playback48 Using the TOOLS button50 Listening to Music52 Sound Mode53 Playing back a Picture54 Playing back a USB Storage55 Listening to Radio
netWork ServICeS 
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56 BD-LIVE™56 Software Upgrade Notification56 Using the AllShare Function
otHer InformatIon 
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58 Troubleshooting61 Specifications
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Getting Started
Icons that will be used in manual
Make sure to check the following terms before reading the user manual.
TermLogoIconDefinition
BD-ROMhThis involves a function available on a BD-ROM.
BD-RE/-R�This  involves  a  function  available  on  a  BD-RE/-R  disc  recorded  in  the  BD-RE format.
DVD-VIDEOZThis involves a function available on a DVD-VIDEO.
DVD-RW(V)
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This  involves  a  function  available  on  recorded  DVD+RW  or  DVD-RW(V)/DVD-R/+R discs that have been recorded and finalsed.
DVD-R
DVD+RW
DVD+R
Audio CDoThis involves a function available on an audio CD-RW/-R (CD-DA format).
MP3 WMA-�This  involves  a  function  available  in  a  CD-RW/-R,  DVD-RW/-R  disc  or  a USB storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.
JPEG-GThis  involves  a  function  available  in  a  CD-RW/-R,  DVD-RW/-R  disc  or  a USB storage media containing JPEG contents.
DivXMKVMP4 DivX�This  involves  a  function  available  in  a  CD-RW/-R,  DVD-RW/-R  disc  or  a USB storage media containing DivX contents.
USB storage device-FThis involves a function available on a USB storage device.
CAUTION-!This involves a situation 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.
Shortcut Key-This function provides direct and easy access pressing the button on the remote control.
 
This product is compatible with the PAL colour system only.
NTSC discs will not play.
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Disc types and Characteristics
Blu-ray Disc Compatibility
Blu-ray 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 Disc Types and Characteristics section of this Manual. If you encounter compatibility problems, please contact the SAMSUNG 
customer care centre.
NOTE
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.
When a BD-Java title is played, loading may take 
longer than a normal title, or some functions may 
perform slowly.
Discs that cannot be played
HD DVD Disc
DVD-RAM
3.9 GB DVD-R Disc for Authoring.
DVD-RW(VR mode)
Super Audio CD(except CD layer)
DVD-ROM/PD/MV-Disc, etc CVD/CD-ROM/CDV/CD-G/CD-I/LD
CDGs play audio only, not graphics.
NOTE
Some commercial discs and DVD discs purchased 
outside your region may not be playable with this 
product. When these discs are played, “Cannot read 
this disc. 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.
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Logos of Discs that can be played
Blu-ray Disc3D Blu-ray Disc
Dolby Digital PlusPAL broadcast system inU.K, France, Germany, etc.
Dolby TrueHDDTS-HD High Resolution 
Audio
JavaDTS-HD Master Audio | 
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Region code 
Both the product 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. 
Disc TypeRegion CodeArea
Blu-ray
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North  America,  Central  America, South  America,  Korea,  Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and South
East Asia.
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E u r o p e ,   G r e e n l a n d ,   F r e n c h territories,  Middle  East,  Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
cIndia, China, Russia, Central and South Asia.
DVD-VIDEO
1The  U.S.,  U.S.  territories  and Canada
2Europe,  Japan,  the  Middle  East, Egypt, South Africa, Greenland
3Taiwan,  Korea,  the  Philippines, Indonesia, Hong Kong
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Mexico,  South  America,  Central America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Caribbean
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Russia,  Eastern  Europe,  India, most  of  Africa,  North  Korea, Mongolia
6China
Disc Types
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 the product. This product can play 
back pre-recorded commercial BD-ROM discs.
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.
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 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 product.
Once a DVD-RW/-R recorded in Video Mode is finalsed, it becomes DVD-Video. Pre-recorded (pre-stamped) commercial DVDs with movies are also referred to as DVD-Videos. This product can play back pre-recorded commercial DVD discs 
(DVD-Video discs) with movies.
DVD-R/-RW
Once a DVD-R/-RW recorded in Video Mode is finalsed, it becomes DVD-Video. Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.
This product can play back DVD-R disc recorded and finalsed with a Samsung DVD video recorder.
Playback can be perfomed with DVD-RW discs in 
the Video Mode and finalsed only.
DVD+RW
This product can play back a DVD+RW disc recorded with a DVD Video recorder. Ability to 
play back may depend on recording conditions.
DVD+R
This product can play back a DVD+R disc recorded and finalsed with a DVD Video recorder. Ability to play back may depend on recording conditions.
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Audio CD
An audio disc on which 44.1kHz PCM Audio is recorded. 
This product can play back CD-DA format audio CD-R and CD-RW discs. 
The product 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 product, 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.
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 product 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 product once it has been finalsed.
If a disc that has been recorded in Video Mode by a different maker’s recorder but has not been finalsed, it cannot be played by this product.
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DivX(Digital Video Express)
DivX is a video file format developed by Microsoft and is based on MPEG4 compression technology to provide audio and video data over the Internet in real-time. 
MPEG4 is used for video encoding and MP3 for audio encoding so that the users can watch a movie at near DVD-quality video and audio.
Supported Formats(DivX)
This product only supports the following media formats.If both video and audio formats are not supported, the user may experience problems such as broken images or no sound.
Supported Video Formats
Format Supported Versions
AVIDivX3.11~DivX5.1, XviD
Supported Audio Formats
FormatBit RateSampling 
Frequency
MP380~384kbps44.1khz
AC3128~384kbps44.1/48khz
DTS1.5Mbps44.1khz
DivX files, including audio and video files, created in the DTS format can only support up to 6Mbps.
Aspect Ratio : Although the default DivX resolution is 640x480 pixels (4:3), this product supports up to 800x600 pixels (16:9). TV screen resolutions higher than 800 will not be supported.
When you play a disc whose sampling frequency is higher than 48khz or 320kbps, you may experience shaking on the screen during playback.
Qpel and gmc is not supported.
MKV, MP4
CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-RW, USB, PC streaming
Video Files with the following extensions can be played. : .avi, .divx, .mkv, .mp4, .AVI, .DIVX,  
.MKV, .MP4
NOTE
Some DivX, MKV and MP4 format discs may not play, depending on the video resolution and frame rate condition.
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