Samsung Ht Hd910hd User Manual

							5.1CH Blu-ray
Home Theater 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). 
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.This symbol indicates important 
instructions accompanying the product.
Note to CATV system installerThis reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820~40 of the NEC which provides 
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding 
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
WARNING 
To reduce the risk of fi re 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 fi lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on 
the apparatus.•
CLASS 1  LASER PRODUCT
KLASSE 1  LASER PRODUKT 
LUOKAN 1  LASER LAITE
KLASS 1      LASER APPARAT
PRODUCTO LÁSER CLASE 1
 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTThis product is classifi ed as a CLASS 1 LASER 
product.
Use of controls, adjustments or performance of 
procedures other than those specifi ed herein may result 
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DANGER  
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. 
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. (FDA 21 CFR)
CAUTION  
CLASS 3B VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION 
WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM (IEC 
60825-1)
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS 
OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES 
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN 
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN 
COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER 
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Precautions
Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identifi cation sticker located on the back of 
your product. 
Install your product horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4 
inches). 
Do not place the product on amplifi ers 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 fi elds (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.
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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 fi ngerprints 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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License
This product incorporates copyright protection 
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other 
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright 
protection technology must be authorized by 
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other 
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized 
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is 
prohibited.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital 
video format created by DivX,Inc. This is an 
offi cial DivX Certifi ed device that plays DivX 
video. Visit www. divx.com for more information and 
software tools to convert your fi les into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certifi ed® 
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 Certifi ed to play DivX video up to HD 1080p, 
including premium content.
iPod is a trademark of 
Apple Inc., registered in 
the U.S. and other 
countries. 
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. 
Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are 
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
< Open Source License Notice >
In the case of using open source software, Open Source 
Licenses are available on the product menu. 
Copyright
© 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights 
reserved.
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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION
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2 Safety Warnings
3 Precautions
4  Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
4 License
4 Copyright
GETTING STARTED
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7       Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Theater
8       Icons that will be used in manual
9  Disc Types and Characteristics
13 Accessories
14 Description
14 Front Panel
15 Rear Panel
16 Remote control
CONNECTIONS
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18  Connecting the Speakers
20  Connecting the Optional Wireless Receiver Module
22  Connecting the Video Out to your TV
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Connecting Audio from External Components25  Connecting to the Network
26  Connecting the FM Antenna
SETUP
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27  Before Starting (Initial Setting)
28  Setting the Menu
29 Display
29 TV Aspect
29  BD Wise (Samsung Products only)
29 Resolution
31 HDMI Format
31  Movie Frame (24 Fs)
31 Progressive Mode
31 Still Mode
31  HDMI Deep Color
32 Audio
32 Speaker Setting
33  Musical Room Calibration
33 EQ Optimizer
33 HDMI Audio
34 Digital Output
35  Dynamic Range Control
35 AV Sync
35 System
35 Initial Setting
35  Internet@TV Screen Size
35 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)
35  BD Data Management
36 Clock
36 DivX(R) Registration
36 DivX(R) Deactivation
37 Network Setup
37 Network Settings
40 Network Status
40  BD-LIVE Internet Connection
40 Language
41 Security
41 Parental Rating
41 Change Password
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Contents
SETUP
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41 General
41 Background
41 Energy Saving
41 Front Display
41  Power On/Off Sound
42 Support
42 Software Upgrade
42 Contact Samsung
BASIC FUNCTIONS
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43  Playing a Disc
43  Using the Disc menu / Title menu / Popup menu
44  Using the Search and Skip Functions
45  Slow Motion Play/Step Motion Play
45 Repeat Playback
46  Using the TOOLS button
48  Listening to Music
50 Sound Mode
51  Playing back a Picture
52  Playing back a USB Storage
52  Listening to Radio
53  Using an iPod
NETWORK SERVICES
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55 Using Internet@TV
59 BD-LIVE™
59  Software Upgrade Notifi cation
59  Using the AllShare Function
OTHER INFORMATION
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61 Troubleshooting
64 Index
65 Specifi cations
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01 Getting Started
Key features of your new Blu-ray Home Theater
Product Features
Playback of many disc types, plus an FM tunerThis product allows you to play various discs, including BD-ROM/RE/R, DVD-VIDEO, DVD-RW/-R
(V mode), DVD+RW/+R, MP3/WMA, JPEG, DivX/MKV/MP4, and CD-R/RW, with a sophisticated 
FM tuner, all in a single player.
Full HD audio decoding support (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital Plus, 
Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD HRA, DTS-HD MA Essential)
Please refer to www.DOLBY.COM and DTS.COM for more detail.
HDMIHDMI transmits Blu-Ray/DVD video and audio signals simultaneously, and provides a clearer picture.
The 1080p(Full HD) resolution provides even clearer pictures.
AV SYNC functionVideo may lag behind the audio if the product is connected to a digital TV.
To compensate for this, you can adjust the audio delay time to sync up with the video.
iPod & iPhone supportYou can enjoy music files by connecting your iPod to the product with the supplied iPod dock.
BD WiseBD Wise automatically adjusts BD Wise-compliant Samsung products to the optimal settings between 
them. This feature is enabled only if BD Wise-compliant Samsung products are connected to each other 
using an HDMI cable. 
Internet@TVYou can download various chargeable or free-of charge applications through network connection. 
Blu-ray Disc Features
Blu-ray Discs support the highest quality HD video available in the industry - Large capacity means no 
compromise on video quality. Furthermore, a Blu-ray Disc has the same familiar size and look as a DVD.
*  The following Blu-ray Disc features are disc dependant and will vary. Appearance and navigation of 
features will also vary from disc to disc. Not all discs will have the features described below.
Video highlightsThe BD-ROM format for movie distribution supports three highly advanced video codecs, including AVC, 
VC-1, and MPEG-2.
HD video resolutions are also available:
1920 x 1080 HD
1280 x 720 HD
For high-definition playbackTo view high-definition contents on a Blu-ray disc, an HDTV (High Definition Television) is required. 
Some discs may require using the products HDMI OUT to view high-definition content. The ability to view  
high-definition content on Blu-ray disc may be limited depending on the resolution of your TV.
BD-LIVEYou can use a Blu-ray Disc supporting BD-LIVE through network connection to enjoy various contents 
provided by the disc manufacturer.
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Icons that will be used in manual
Make sure to check the following terms before reading the user manual.
Term Logo Icon Definition
BD-ROMhThis involves a function available on a BD-ROM.
BD-RE/-R
zThis involves a function available on a BD-RE/-R disc recorded in the 
BD-RE format.
DVD-VIDEO
ZThis 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 fi nalized. DVD-R
DVD+RW
DVD+R
Audio CDoThis involves a function available on an audio CD-RW/-R (CD-DA format).
MP3
WMA-
wThis involves a function available in a CD-RW/-R, DVD-RW/-R disc or a 
USB storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.
JPEG
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GThis involves a function available in a CD-RW/-R, DVD-RW/-R disc or a 
USB storage media containing JPEG contents.
DivX
MKV
MP4 
DivXxThis 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
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!This involves a situation where a function does not operate or settings may 
be cancelled.
NOTE
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✎This involves tips or instructions on the page that help each function 
operate.
Shortcut Key
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This function provides direct and easy access pressing the button on 
the remote control.
 
This product is compatible with the NTSC color system only.
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01 Getting Started
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 center at 1-800 SAMSUNG.
NOTE
Playback may not work for some types of discs, or 
when specifi c 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, either “No 
disc.” or “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 Disc Dolby Digital Plus
NTSC broadcast system in 
U.S.A, Canada, Korea, 
JapanDolby TrueHD
DTS-HD High Resolution 
AudioJava
DTS-HD Master Audio | 
EssentialBD-LIVE
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Getting Started
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
A
North America, Central America, 
South America, Korea, Japan, 
Taiwan, Hong Kong and South
East Asia.
B
Europe, Greenland, French 
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
4
Mexico, South America, Central 
America, Australia, New Zealand, 
Paci c Islands, Caribbean
5
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 Defi nition 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 fi rst 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 
fi nalized, 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 
fi nalized, it becomes DVD-Video. Ability to play 
back may depend on recording conditions.
This product can play back DVD-R disc recorded 
and fi nalized with a Samsung DVD video recorder.
Playback can be perfomed with DVD-RW discs in 
the Video Mode and fi nalized 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 fi nalized with a DVD Video recorder. Ability to 
play back may depend on recording conditions.
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