Samsung DVD-P242B manual Before you start, Table of Contents

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Precautions

CAUTION

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFOR- MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZ- ARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVER AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Note:

This unit can be used only where the power supply is AC 110-240V, 50/60Hz. It cannot be used elsewhere.

This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information. If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, the DVD player cannot play the disc.

This device is protected by U.S. patent numbers 4,631,603, 4,577,216, 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 and other intellectual property rights. The use of Macrovision’s copy protection technology in the device must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited pay-per-view uses only, unless otherwise authorized in writing by Macrovision.

Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Handling Cautions

Before connecting other components to this player, be sure to turn them all off.

Do not move the player while a disc is being played, or the disc may be scratched or broken, and the player’s internal parts may be damaged.

Do not put a flower vase filled with water or any small metal objects on the player.

Be careful not to put your hand into the disc tray.

Do not place anything other than the disc in the disc tray.

Exterior interference such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of this player.

If this occurs, turn the player off and on again with the POWER button, or disconnect and then reconnect the AC power cord to the AC power outlet. The player will operate normally.

Be sure to remove the disc and turn off the player after use.

Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet when you don’t intend to use the player for long periods of time.

Clean the disc by wiping in a straight line from the inside to the outside of the disc.

Disc Storage

Be careful not to harm the disc because the data on these discs is highly vulnerable to the environment.

Do not keep under direct sunlight.

Keep in a cool ventilated area.

Store vertically.

Keep in a clean protection jacket.

Maintenance of Cabinet

For safety reasons, be sure to disconnect the AC power cord from the AC outlet.

Do not use benzene, thinner, or other solvents for cleaning.

Wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth.

Before you start

Accessories

Batteries for

Remote Control

Remote Control

(AK59-00011K)

(AAA Size)

 

 

(AC43-12002H)

User’s Manual

Video/Audio Cable

(AK68-00410H)

(AC39-42001R)

Install Batteries in the Remote

1.Open the battery cover on the back of the remote.

2.Insert two AAA batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

3.Replace the battery cover.

If remote doesn’t operate properly:

Check the polarity + - of the batteries (Dry-Cell)

Check if the batteries are drained.

Check if remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

Table of Contents

Setup

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Before you start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Disc Type and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Description-Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Display Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Description-Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Tour of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Connections

Choosing a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Basic Functions

Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Using the Search & Skip Functions . . . . . . . .14 Using the Display Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Using the Disc and Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Using the Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Program Play & Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Slow Repeat play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Advanced Functions

Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) . . . . . . .18 Selecting the Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Selecting the Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . .19 Changing the Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Using the Instant Replay/Skip Function . . . . .20 Using the Bookmark Function . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Using the Zoom Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Clips Menu for MP3/WMA/JPEG . . . . . . . . . .22 Folder Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 MP3/WMA Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Picture CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Changing Setup menu

Using the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Setting Up the Language Features . . . . . . . . .26

Setting Up the Audio Options . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Setting Up the Display Options . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Setting Up the Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . .30

Reference

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

ENG-4

ENG-5

 

 

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Contents CA AK68-00410H DVD PlayerCoveror Back Important Safety InstructionsPrecautions To Qualified Service PersonnelBefore you start Table of ContentsDisc Type and Characteristics General FeaturesDisplay Indicators Description-Front PanelDescription-Rear Panel DVD Function Buttons Tour of the Remote Control Choosing a ConnectionBefore Connecting the DVD Player Connection to an Audio SystemPlay Playing a DiscConnection to a TV For Video Before PlayUsing the Display Function Using the Disc and Title Menu Random Play CD Using the Function MenuWhen playing a DVD/VCD Program Play CDUsing the Audio button To play back using aspect ratio DVDIf you are using a 169 TV If you are using a 43 TVUsing the Instant Replay/Skip Function Using the Bookmark FunctionChanging the Camera Angle Folder Selection MP3/WMA Play Using the Zoom FunctionSelect the desired folder. See page 23 to select the folder MP3/WMA Play Picture CD Playback Using the Setup MenuCD-R MP3/WMA file CD-R Jpeg DiscsUsing the Audio Language Setting Up the Language FeaturesUsing the Player Menu Language Using the Disc Menu LanguageSetting Up the Display Options Setting Up the Audio OptionsAbout the Change Password Setting Up the Parental ControlSetting Up the Rating Level Enter your password Parental Setup screen appearsAction TroubleshootingSpecifications ProblemTEL Parts

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