Samsung HT-P38 instruction manual Before Calling for Service, Symptom Check/Remedy

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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 Home

 

 

Theater.

 

• 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 Home Theater suddenly moved from a cold place to a

is not produced, or the disc

 

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

 

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

tray opens 2 to 5 seconds later.

 

 

(You 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?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENG

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The remote control does not

•

Is the remote control being operated within its operation range of

angle and distance?

 

 

work.

 

 

 

• Are the batteries exhausted?

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• 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 Home Theater 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”

MISCELLANEOUS

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.

 

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Contents Digital Home Theater System Safety Warnings PrecautionsENG Class 1 Laser ProductContents Disc Recording Format Playable DiscsDo not use the following types of disc Copy ProtectionVideo Output Connector AM Antenna ConnectorExternal Digital Optical Input Connector DescriptionRange of Operation of the Remote Control Insert Remote BatteriesRear Speakers SL SR Connecting the SpeakersFront Speakers L R Center Speaker CMethod 1 Composite Video ....... Good Quality What is Progressive or Non-Interlaced Scanning?Press Stop button Method 2 S-Video .......Better QualityAM antenna connection FM antenna connectionCooling Fan Disc terminology Press Disc Skip button Disc PlaybackPress OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray Load a disc To stop playback, press Stop during playbackOPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray, and then load MP3-CD PlaybackPress MP3 discJpeg File Playback Jpeg DivX Playback USB devices that support USB Mass Storage Compatible DevicesTo stop playback, press the Stop button Supported FormatsChecking the Remaining Time Fast/Slow PlaybackSkipping Scenes/Songs Press the Remain buttonRepeat Playback EZ View Function DVD Step Function DVD VCDAngle Function DVD Zoom Screen Enlarge Function ENG1Press Info button twice Press Info button Button to move to 1twiceUsing the Title Menu DVD Moving Directly to a Scene/SongSelect ‘Language’ Then press Enter button Setting the LanguageStop mode Press Menu button Press Return button to return to the previous level43LB Stop modeAdjusting the TV Aspect Ratio Screen Size 43PSEnter the password Then press Enter button Setting the PasswordPress Enter button Enter the password and then press Press Menu buttonTo select one of the 3 wallpaper settings youve made Setting the Wallpaper Jpeg DVD VCDSetting the Wallpaper Power will turn off and then back onDivX R registration DVD Audio Disc Playback ModeSpeaker Setup, press the Enter button again Press the Menu Button while the disc tray is openSetting the Delay Time Setting up the Speaker Delay TimeSetting the Test Tone Press Sound Edit button and then press Cursor Setting the AudioPress Sound AV Sync Setup Press DSP/EQ buttonPress PL II Mode Dolby Pro Logic II ModePress PL II Mode button Button to select ‘MUSIC’Listening to Radio Remote Control UnitPress TUNING/CH Tune in to the desired stationPress Sleep button To confirm the sleep timer setting, press Sleep buttonConvenient Functions Press Dimmer buttonPress the Mode button to make the TV Indicator on the remote control flashWhen operating a TV with the remote control Corresponding to your brand of TVBefore Calling for Service Symptom Check/RemedyLanguage Code List Disc StorageSpecifications Video

HT-P38 specifications

The Samsung HT-P38 is a versatile home theater system that brings immersive audio and video experiences to your living space. This system is designed for those who appreciate high-quality sound and a range of multimedia capabilities, making it a popular choice among home entertainment enthusiasts.

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