Samsung HT-Q45 instruction manual Before Calling for Service

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Before Calling for Service

Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is not listed below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cord, and contact the nearest authorized dealer or Samsung Electronics Service Center.

Symptom

Check/Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disc tray does not open.

Is the power cord plugged securely into the outlet?

 

Turn off the power and then turn it back on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Playback does not start.

Check the region number of the DVD.

DVD discs purchased from abroad may not be playable.

 

CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs cannot be played on this DVD

 

player.

 

Make sure that the rating level is correct.

Playback does not start

Are you using a deformed disc or a disc with scratches on

immediately when the

the surface?

Play/Pause button is pressed.

Wipe the disc clean.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sound is not produced.

No sound is heard during fast playback, slow playback, and step

motion playback.

 

Are the speakers connected properly? Is the speaker setup

 

correctly customized?

 

Is the disc severely damaged?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sound can be heard only

When listening to a CD or radio, sound is output to the front

speakers (L/R) only. Select "PRO LOGIC II" by pressing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

from a few speakers and

(Dolby Pro Logic II) on the remote control to use all six speakers.

not all six.

Make sure that the DVD disc is 5.1-CH compatible.

If you set C, SL, and SR to NONE in the speaker mode in the

 

audio setup of the setup screen, no sound is heard from the

 

center speaker and the front left and right speakers. Set C, SL,

 

and SR to SMALL.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Picture does not appear, sound

Was the DVD player suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm

is not produced, or the disc

one? When condensation forms inside the player, remove the disc

and let the player stand for 1 or 2 hours with the power on. (You

tray opens 2 to 5 seconds later.

can use the player again after condensation disappears.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dolby Digital 5.1 CH

Is there "Dolby Digital 5.1 CH" mark on the disc? Dolby Digital 5.1

Surround Sound is not

CH Surround Sound is produced only if the disc is recorded with

5.1 channel sound.

produced.

Is the audio language correctly set to DOLBY DIGITAL 5.1-CH in

 

the information display?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The remote control does not

Is the remote control being operated within its operation range of

angle and distance?

work.

Are the batteries exhausted?

Have you selected the mode(TV/DVD) functions of the remote

 

control (TV or DVD) correctly?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Symptom

 

Check/Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Disc is rotating but no

Is the TV power on?

picture is produced.

Are the video cables connected properly?

 

 

 

 

• Picture quality is poor and

Is the disc dirty or damaged?

A poorly manufactured disc may not be playable.

picture is shaking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audio language and

Audio language and subtitles will not work for DVDs not containing

subtitles do not work.

 

them. And depending on the disc, they may work differently.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Menu screen does not appear even

Are you using a disc that does not contain menus?

when the menu function is selected.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Aspect ratio cannot be

You can play 16:9 DVDs in 16:9 WIDE mode, 4:3 LETTER BOX

 

mode, or 4:3 PAN SCAN mode, but 4:3 DVDs can be seen in 4:3

changed.

 

ratio only. Refer to the DVD disc jacket and then select the

 

 

appropriate function.

The main unit is not working.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turn off the power and hold the button on the main unit for

(Example: The power goes out or

 

longer than 5 seconds.

strange noise is heard.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

• The DVD player is not

Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings.

working normally.

Do not use this unless necessary.

 

 

 

 

 

While “NO DISC” message appears on the display of main unit, hold

The password for rating

 

the main unit's

 

button for longer than 5 seconds. “INITIALIZE”

 

level has been forgotten.

 

appears on the display and all settings will return to the default values.

 

Press the POWER button.

 

 

Using the RESET function will erase all stored settings.

 

 

Do not use this unless necessary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Can't receive radio

Is the antenna connected properly?

 

 

 

 

 

broadcast.

If the antenna's input signal is weak, install an external FM

 

 

antenna in an area with good reception.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHECK ANTENNA” is

XM Antenna Connector and the XM Antenna is not properly

 

displayed.

 

connected. Check the connections.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“ON SIGNAL” is displayed.

Reposition your XM Antenna.

 

 

 

 

 

 

MISCELLANEOUS

“OFF AIR” is displayed.

The selected channel is not currently broadcasting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Receiving only XM channel

XM Antenna is not activated.

 

0 and channel 1.

Access the website at “http://activate.xmradio.com” with a credit

 

card to sign up.

 

 

 

 

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Contents HT-Q45 Class 1 Laser Product Safety Warnings PrecautionsENGSafety Instructions Contents This product does not support Secure DRM Media files Copy ProtectionDescription Video Output ConnectorExternal Audio Input Connectors XM Antenna ConnectorRange of Operation of the Remote Control Remote ControlConnecting the Speakers Connecting the optional Wireless Receiving Amplifier What is Progressive or Non-Interlaced Scanning? Method 1 Composite Video ............... Good QualityPress Stop button Cooling Fan Connecting External ComponentsDisc terminology Press TV/VIDEOTo stop playback, press Stop during playback Disc PlaybackPress OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray Load a disc Press Disc Skip buttonOPEN/CLOSE button MP3/WMA-CD PlaybackDisplaying Disc Information To play a file icon in the screenRotate/Flip Function Slide ModeJpeg File Playback Jpeg Digest FunctionDivX Playback Skipping Scenes/Songs Checking the Remaining TimeSlow Playback Press Enter Button at the end of the desired Repeat PlaybackPress Repeat button TwiceZoom Screen Enlarge Function ENG Step Function DVDAngle Function DVD EZ View Function DVDPress Info button Button to move to 1twice Bonus Group DVDNavigating Pages DVD Press CursorSafe USB Removal To stop playback, press the Stop buttonUsing Disc Menu Using the Title Menu DVDMoving Directly to a Scene/Song Enter button Setting the LanguageSelect ‘ Language’ Then pressAdjusting the TV Aspect Ratio Screen Size Setting TV Screen typeButton Setting the PasswordEnter the password and then press Enter the password Then press Enter buttonPress Return button to return to the previous level Setting the Wallpaper Jpeg DVDPower will turn off and then back on 1PLAY/PAUSE button when an image you like appears‘DVD TYPE’ DVD Playback ModeSpeaker Setup, press the Enter button again Button to move toSetting the Delay Time Setting Center SpeakerSetting Rear Surround Speakers Stop or no Setting the Test ToneDisc mode Press Cursor , to adjust ‘DRC’Enter button Setting the AudioAV Sync Setup Sound Field DSP/EQ FunctionPress DSP/EQ button Dolby Pro Logic II Mode Press PL II ModeDolby Pro Logic II Effect Listening to Radio Presetting StationsBefore Using XM Satellite Radio What is XM satellite Radio?Listening to XM Satellite Radio XM Display Mode Checking the XM signal strengthChecking the Radio ID Press the FM/XM Memory button again Presetting XM Satellite RadioTo tune in to a preset station, press TUNING/CH Button or Press the XM Search buttonPress Mute button Convenient FunctionsPress Sleep button Press Dimmer buttonCorresponding to your brand of TV Press Power button to turn on the TVPoint the remote control toward the TV While holding down POWER, enter the codeBefore Calling for Service Do not keep in direct sunlight Language Code ListDigital Camera SpecificationsENGSamsung Home Theater Memo

HT-Q45 specifications

The Samsung HT-Q45 is a versatile home theater system designed to elevate your audio-visual experience. With its sleek design and powerful performance, it ensures that movie nights, gaming sessions, and music listening are all immersive and enjoyable.

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