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Features

Multi-Disc Playback & FM Tuner

The HT-Q9 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including DVD-VIDEO, VCD, CD, MP3-CD, WMA-CD, DivX, CD-R/RW, and DVD-R/RW, with a sophisticated FM tuner, all in a single player.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II is a new form of multi-channel audio signal decoding technology that improves upon existing Dolby Pro Logic.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

DTS is an audio compression format developed by Digital Theater

Systems Inc. It delivers full-frequency 5.1 channel sound.

TV Screen Saver Function

The HT-Q9 automatically brightens and darkens your TV screen after 3 minutes in the stop mode.

The HT-Q9 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 20 minutes in the screen saver mode.

Power Saving Function

The HT-Q9 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in stop mode.

Customized TV Screen Display

The HT-Q9 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG,

DVD or VCD playback and set it as your background wallpaper.

PREPARATION

Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

CONNECTIONS

Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Connecting the Video Out to TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 P.SCAN(Progressive Scan) Function . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Connecting External Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Connecting the FM Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

OPERATION

Before Using Your Home Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Disc Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 MP3/WMA-CD Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Displaying Disc Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 JPEG File Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 DivX Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Checking the Remaining Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Fast/Slow Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Skipping Scenes/Songs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 A-B Repeat Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Step Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Angle Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 EZ VIEW Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Selecting Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Selecting Subtitle Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Moving Directly to a Scene/Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Using Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Using the Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

SETUP

Setting the Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Setting TV Screen type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) . . . . . . . . .39 Setting the Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Setting the Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 DivX (R) registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Setting the Speaker Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Setting the Delay Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Setting the Test Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) . .48 Setting the Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 AV SYNC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Sound Field (DSP)/EQ Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Dolby Pro Logic II Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Dolby Pro Logic II Effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

RADIO OPERATION

Listening to Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Presetting Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

MISCELLANEOUS

Convenient Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Connecting Microphone (HT-Q9 only) . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Before Calling for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs . . . . . . . . .61 Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

PREPARATION

HT-Q9R/ELS specifications

The Samsung HT-Q9R/ELS is a sophisticated home theater system that offers users an immersive audio experience. Designed to enhance your entertainment environment, this system integrates advanced technologies and features to deliver high-quality sound and visual output.

At the heart of the HT-Q9R/ELS is its powerful 9.1 channel sound system, which creates a surround sound experience that fills the room. This multi-channel setup includes dedicated speakers for dialogue, music, and effects, allowing for a cinematic experience in the comfort of your home. The inclusion of rear speakers enhances the depth of sound, providing a sense of realism that pulls you into the action.

One of the standout technologies in the HT-Q9R/ELS is Dolby Atmos. This advanced audio technology allows sound to be perceived as coming from above, adding a new dimension to your entertainment. It transforms movie nights into captivating experiences, where every sound cue is rendered with precision.

The system also supports 4K Ultra HD passthrough, ensuring that the visual quality of your movies and shows remains sharp and vibrant. With support for high dynamic range (HDR) imaging, users can enjoy brighter highlights and more detailed shadows, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Connectivity is a critical feature of the HT-Q9R/ELS. The system comes equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, allowing seamless integration with various devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. Additionally, it supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, enabling users to stream music directly from their smartphones or other wireless devices without the hassle of cables.

Another notable characteristic is the enhanced user interface. The intuitive controls and on-screen menus make it easy to navigate settings and adjust sound preferences to suit your environment. The system also includes preset audio modes tailored for different types of content, such as movies, music, and games, ensuring an optimized audio experience.

The Samsung HT-Q9R/ELS is designed with both performance and aesthetics in mind. Its sleek, modern design allows it to blend effortlessly into any home decor, while its robust build quality ensures durability and longevity.

In summary, the Samsung HT-Q9R/ELS home theater system combines advanced audio technology, beautiful design, and user-friendly features to create an engaging audio-visual environment. For those seeking to elevate their home entertainment experience, this system offers everything needed to enjoy movies, music, and games in stunning clarity and captivating sound.

Samsung HT-Q9R/ELS manual Contents

Models: HT-Q9R/ELS

HT-Q9R/ELS specifications