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Disc Format

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 Blu-ray Disc Player once it has been finalized.

DivX

CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-RW, USB

Video Files with following extensions can be played. : .avi, .divx, .AVI, .DIVX

DivX Video (Codec) Format : DivX 3.11 DivX 4.x DivX 5.x (without QPEL and GMC)

DivX Audio (Codec) Format : MP3, MPEG1 Audio Layer 2, AC3, DTS

Supported subtitle file formats: .smi, .srt, .sub, .psb, .txt, .ass

Maximum resolution : 720x480@30fps

720x576@25fps

Minimum resolution : 16x16

Maximum frame rate for progressive source : 30 frames per second

Maximum field rate for interlace source : 60 fields per second

You cannot play back the disc that is larger than a 720 x 576 pixel resolution.

AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

This player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders.

The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.

The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.

Some AVCHD discs use the “x.v.Colour” format.

This player can playback AVCHD discs using “x.v.Colour” format.

“x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

“AVCHD” and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.

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Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending on the recording condition. AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

“x.v.Colour” offers a wider colour range than normal DVD camcorder discs.

Some DivX format discs may not play, depending on the video resolution and frame rate condition.

Disc Storage & Management

Disc Handling

Disc Shape

Use discs with regular shapes. If an irregular disc (a disc with a special shape) is used, this Blu-ray Disc Player may be damaged.

Holding discs

Avoid touching the surface of a disc where recording is performed.

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Samsung BD-P1600A/XEC, BD-P1600A/EDC manual Disc Storage & Management, Disc Format, Disc Handling, Cd-R/-Rw, Dvd-R/-Rw, Usb

BD-P1600A/XEC, BD-P1650A/XEE, BD-P1600A/XEU, BD-P1600A/EDC, BD-P1600A/XEF specifications

The Samsung BD-P1600A/XEE and BD-P1650A/XEE are part of Samsung’s impressive lineup of Blu-ray players, designed to deliver an exceptional home entertainment experience. Both models cater to users looking for high-quality playback, innovative technology, and a range of features that enhance the enjoyment of movies and music.

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