Samsung HT-DS900 Instruction Manual
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DIGITAL HOME
CINEMA SYSTEM
HT-DS700
HT-DS900
HT-DS970
Instruction Manual
TV DVD RECEIVER
OPEN/CLOSE
TV/VIDEO
MODE
DIMMER
DVD
TUNER
AUX
BAND
EZ VIEW
SLOW
SUB TITLE
NTSC/PAL
MO/ST
STEP
DSP/EQ
REPEAT
VOLUME
TUNING/CH
PL II
PL II
MODE
EFFECT
ENTER
TEST TONE
SOUND EDIT
TUNER
MEMORY
P . SCAN
SLEEP
CANCEL
ZOOM
LOGO
SLIDE MODE
DIGEST
REMAIN
COMPACT
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL VIDEO

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL HOME CINEMA SYSTEM HT-DS700 HT-DS900 HT-DS970 Instruction Manual TV DVD RECEIVER OPEN/CLOSE TV/VIDEO MODE DIMMER TUNER BAND EZ VIEW SLOW SUB TITLE NTSC/PAL MO/ST STEP DSP/EQ REPEAT VOLUME TUNING/CH PL II PL II MODE EFFECT ENTER TEST TONE SOUND EDIT TUNER MEMORY P .
  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUKT LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO USER SERVICE- ABLE PARTS INSIDE.
  • Page 3: Precautions

    Precautions Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install your player horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slots are not covered.
  • Page 4: Features

    Features Multi-Disc Playback & AM/FM Tuner The HT-DS700/DS900/DS970 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capabil- ity, including DVD-AUDIO, DVD-VIDEO, VCD, CD, MP3-CD, DivX, CD-R/RW, and DVD- R/RW, with a sophisticated AM/FM tuner, all in a single player. DVD-Audio compatible Experience the super high-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio. The on-board 24-bit/192kHz DAC enables this player to deliver exceptional sound quali- ty in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution and high-frequency detail.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents 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 and AM Antennas...17 Before Using Your DVD Player...19 OPERATION Disc Playback ...21 Checking the Remaining Time...23...
  • Page 6: Notes On Discs

    Notes on Discs DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) round sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy these realistic V I D E O effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall. DVD players and the discs are coded by region.
  • Page 7 Disc Recording Format CD-R Discs • Depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC ) and the condition of the disc, some CD-R discs may not be playable. • Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R. Avoid CD-R media, as they may not be playable. •...
  • Page 8: Description

    Description —Front Panel— Power ( ) button Disc Tray LINEAR PCM indicator DOLBY DIGITAL indicator DTS Disc indicator P.SCAN indicator DSP indicator P.SCAN LINEAR PCM SW RR DVD AUDIO MPEG SPEAKER indicator DVD AUDIO indicator PRO LOGIC indicator Play/Pause ( Stop ( ) button Open/Close button...
  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    —Rear Panel— External Digital in Optical Input Connector Use this to connect external equipment capable of digital output. External Audio Component 5.1 Channel Speaker Output Terminals Accessories Remote Control AM Antenna COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks Connect a TV with component video inputs to these jacks.
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Description —Remote Control— TV, DVD POWER button TV/VIDEO, DIMMER button OPEN/CLOSE button EZ VIEW, NTSC/PAL button STEP button DSP/EQ button PL II MODE button VOLUME button MENU button RETURN button RDS Selection button Number(0~9) buttons SLEEP button LOGO COPY button SLIDE MODE button TV indicator DVD RECEIVER indicator...
  • Page 11 Insert Remote Batteries Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote by pressing down and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: Caution • Place batteries in the remote control so they match the polarity:(+) to (+)and (–)to (–). •...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the Speakers Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. Position of the DVD Player • Place it on a stand or cabinet shelf, or under the TV stand. Front Speakers •...
  • Page 13 Rear Speaker (L) Center Speaker Green Purple Subwoofer Rear Speaker (R) Back of the Speakers Press down the terminal Insert the wire into the ter- tab on the back of the minal and release the ter- speaker. minal tab. • •...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Video Out To Tv

    Connecting the Video Out to TV Make sure that turn off and disconnect the plug from outlet before moving or installing the product. In connecting to video, select one of following three methods that suits for TV and connect it. Composite Video ...
  • Page 15: P.scan(Progressive Scan) Function

    P.SCAN Unlike regular Interlace Scan, in which two fields of picture information alternate to create the entire picture (odd scan lines, then even scan lines), Progressive Scan uses one field of infor- mation (all lines displayed in one pass) to create a clear and detailed picture without visible scan lines.
  • Page 16: Connecting External Components

    Connecting External Components Connecting an External Digital Component Example: Digital signal components such as a Set-Top Box or CD Recorder. Connect the Digital Input (OPTICAL) to the Digital Output on the external digital component. Press AUX on the remote control to select ‘DIGITAL IN’. •...
  • Page 17: Connecting An External Analog Component

    Connecting an External Analog Component Example: Analog signal components such as a VCR or TV. If the external analog component has only one Audio Out, connect either Connect Audio In on the DVD player to Audio Out on the external analog component. •...
  • Page 18: Connecting The Fm And Am Antennas

    Connecting the FM and AM Antennas If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor FM Antenna (supplied) AM antenna(not supplied). AM Loop Antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna.
  • Page 19: Fm Antenna Connection

    FM antenna connection 1. Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75 COAXIAL terminal as a temporary measure. 2. Slowly move the antenna wire around until you find a location where reception is good, then fasten it to a wall or other rigid surface. AM antenna connection 1.
  • Page 20: Before Using Your Dvd Player

    Before Using Your DVD Player Your DVD player is capable of playing DVD, VCD, CD, MP3 and JPEG discs.Depending on the disc you are using, these instructions may vary slightly. Read the instructions carefully before using. Plug the power cord into the AC power supply.
  • Page 21 Buttons Enabled for TV Operation: POWER, CHANNEL, VOLUME, TV/VIDEO and Numeric (0-9) buttons. • By default, the remote control is set to work with Samsung TVs. See page 69 for more information on the operation of the remote control. Press the POWER button to turn on the TV.
  • Page 22: Disc Playback

    Disc Playback Press OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray. Load a disc. • Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up. Press OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray. • Playback starts automatically. Note •...
  • Page 23: Disc Terminology

    Disc terminology Groups and tracks (DVD-AUDIO) • DVD-audios are divided into several large sections called "groups" and smaller sections called "tracks". Numbers are allotted to these sections. These numbers are called "group numbers" and "track numbers". GROUP 1 TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 Titles and chapters (DVD-VIDEO)
  • Page 24: Checking The Remaining Time

    Checking the Remaining Time Press the REMAIN button. • For checking the total and remaining time of a title or chapter being played. Each time the REMAIN button is pressed DVD- VIDEO TITLE ELAPSED TITLE REMAIN CHAPTER ELAPSED CHAPTER REMAIN TRACK ELAPSED TRACK REMAIN TOTAL ELAPSED...
  • Page 25: Mp3-Cd Playback

    MP3-CD Playback Data CDs (CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW) encoded in MP3 format can be played. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc tray, and then load the MP3 disc. • The MP3 menu screen will appear and playback will start. •...
  • Page 26: Jpeg File Playback

    JPEG File Playback Images captured with a digital camera or camcorder, or JPEG files on a PC can be stored on a CD and then played back with this DVD player. Slide Mode Place the JPEG disc on the disc tray. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
  • Page 27 Digest Function You can view 9 JPEG images on the TV screen. Press DIGEST button during playback. • JPEG files will be shown in 9 windows. To view the previous or next image with 9 windows, press Rotate/Flip Function Press Cursor Original Image Press Cursor to select the desired image and...
  • Page 28: Divx Playback

    DivX Playback Skip Forward/Back During playback, press the • Go to the next file whenever you press 2 files in the disk. • Go to the previous file whenever you press 2 files in the disk. Fast playback Press and hold •...
  • Page 29: Subtitle Display

    5 Minute Skip function During playback, press the • Go to the screen about 5 minutes after whenever you press • Go to the screen about 5 minutes earlier whenever you press Subtitle Display Press the SUBTITLE button. • Each time you press the button, your selection will toggle between “SUBTITLE ON” (1/1, 1/2 ...) and “SUBTITLE OFF”.
  • Page 30: Displaying Disc Information

    Displaying Disc Information You can view disc playback information on the TV screen. Press INFO button. • Each time the button is pressed, the display changes as follows: Display disappears Note • Depending on the disc, the disc informa- tion display may appear different. •...
  • Page 31: Fast/Slow Playback

    Fast/Slow Playback Fast Playback Press and hold • Each time the button is held down during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: Slow Playback Press SLOW button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: DivX •...
  • Page 32: Skipping Scenes/Songs

    Skipping Scenes/Songs Briefly press • Each time the button is pressed briefly during playback, the previous or next chapter, track, or directory (file) will be played. TITLE 01/05 CHAPTER 002/040 TITLE 01/05 CHAPTER 004/040 • When watching a VCD with a track longer than 15 minutes, each time will skip back or forward 5 minutes.
  • Page 33: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). Press REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follows: To Select a Repeat Playback Mode in the Disc Information Screen Press INFO button twice.
  • Page 34: A-B Repeat Playback

    A-B Repeat Playback Press INFO button twice. • For a VCD or CD, press INFO button once. Press Cursor buttons to select ‘A-’ and then press ENTER button at the beginning of the desired segment. • When ENTER button is pressed, the selected position will be stored in memory.
  • Page 35: Angle Function

    Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. Press INFO button. Press Cursor desired angle. • Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: • Note The Angle function works only with discs on which multiple angles have been recorded.
  • Page 36: Zoom Function

    Zoom Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function Press ZOOM but- ton. SELECT ZOOM POSITION Aspect Ratio Press EZ VIEW button. • Each time the button is pressed, the zoom function will switch between On and Off.
  • Page 37: Bonus Group / Navigating Pages

    Bonus Group / Navigating Pages Bonus Group Some DVD-Audio discs have an extra ‘bonus’ group that requires a 4-digit key number to access. See the disc packaging for details and the-key number. When you play a DVD-Audio disc that has a bonus group, the key number input screen appears automatically.
  • Page 38: Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language

    Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Audio Language Selection Function Press INFO button twice. Subtitle Language Selection Function Press INFO button twice. Press Cursor button or numeric buttons to select the desired subtitle. SP 2/3 FR 3/3 Press Cursor buttons or numeric but- tons to select the desired audio language.
  • Page 39: Moving Directly To A Scene/Song

    Moving Directly to a Scene/Song Press INFO button. 01/05 001/040 0:00:37 Moving to a Chapter Press Cursor but- tons or numeric buttons to select the desired chapter and then press ENTER but- ton. 025/040 0:00:01 01/05 JPEG Press the numeric buttons.
  • Page 40: Using Disc Menu

    Using Disc Menu You can use the menus for the audio language, subtitle language, profile, etc. DVD menu contents differ from disc to disc. In Stop mode, press MENU button. • When playing a VCD (version 2.), this toggles between PBC ON and OFF.
  • Page 41: Using The Title Menu

    Using the Title Menu For DVDs containing multiple titles, you can view the title of each movie. Depending on the disc, this function may either not work at all or may work differently. In Stop mode, press MENU but- ton. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Title Menu’.
  • Page 42: Setting The Language

    Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’...
  • Page 43 Press ENTER button. Selecting the Selecting the OSD Language Audio Language (recorded on the disc) Press Cursor button to select the desired item and then press ENTER button. Selecting the Subtitle Language (recorded on the disc) Press Cursor button to select the desired language and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 44: Setting Tv Screen Type

    Setting TV Screen type Depending on your TV type (Wide Screen TV or conventional 4:3 TV), you can select the TV's aspect ratio. In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘TV DISPLAY’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level.
  • Page 45: Adjusting The Tv Aspect Ratio (Screen Size)

    Adjusting the TV Aspect Ratio (Screen Size) The horizontal to vertical screen size ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while that of wide screen and high definition TVs is 16:9. This ratio is called the aspect ratio. When playing DVDs recorded in different screen size, you should adjust the aspect ratio to fit your TV or monitor.
  • Page 46: Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level)

    Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) Use this to restrict playback of adult or violent DVDs you do not want children to view. In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 47: Enter Button

    Press Cursor button to move to ‘PARENTAL’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor , button to select the desired rating level and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 48: Setting The Password

    Setting the Password You can set the password for the Parental (rating level) setting. Press MENU button in STOP mode. • Note The password is set to "7890" by default. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 49 Press Cursor button to move to ‘PASSWORD’ and then press ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press ENTER button. Enter the password and then press ENTER button. •...
  • Page 50: Setting The Wallpaper

    • The selected wallpaper will be displayed. Select this to set the Samsung Logo image as your wallpaper. Press LOGO button. • “COPY LOGO DATA” will be displayed on the TV screen.
  • Page 51 To Change the Wallpaper In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press to select the desired ‘USER’, and then press ENTER. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Press Cursor button to move to ‘Setup’...
  • Page 52: Dvd Playback Mode

    DVD Playback Mode Some DVD-Audio discs contain DVD-Video as well as DVD-Audio. To play back the DVD-Video portion of the DVD-Audio disc, set the unit to DVD-Video mode. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. Note Press the MENU button while the...
  • Page 53: Av Sync Setup

    AV SYNC Setup Video may look slower than the audio if it is connected with digital TV. In this case, adjust the delay time of audio to optimal status to fit the video. Press the MENU button. • Setup menu appears. Press Cursor to move to ‘AV-SYNC’...
  • Page 54: Setting The Speaker Mode

    Setting the Speaker Mode Signal outputs and frequency responses from the speakers will automatically be adjusted according to your speaker configuration and whether certain speakers are used or not. In Stop mode, press MENU button. In the Speaker Setup, press the ENTER button again.
  • Page 55: Setting The Test Tone

    Setting the Test Tone Press the Test Tone to check the speaker connections and to adjust the speaker levels. In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. When manually testing using the TEST TONE button Press TEST TONE button.
  • Page 56: Setting The Delay Time

    Setting the Delay Time If the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from the listening position, you can adjust the delay time of the audio signals from the center and rear speakers. In Stop mode, press MENU button. Setting up the Speaker Delay Time When 5.1CH Surround Sound is played, you can enjoy the best sound if the distance between you and each speaker is the same.
  • Page 57 Press Cursor button to move to ‘DELAY TIME’ and then press ENTER button. Setting CENTER SPEAKER • If the distance of Dc is equal to or longer than the distance of Df in the figure, set the mode as 0ms. Otherwise, change the setting according to the table.
  • Page 58: Setting The Audio Quality

    Setting the Audio Quality You can adjust the balance and level for each speaker. When adjusting the audio quality using the setup screen Method 1 In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘SOUND EDIT’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 59 When manually adjusting with the SOUND EDIT button Method 2 Adjusting Front Speaker Balance Press SOUND EDIT button and then press Cursor TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED Adjusting Rear Speaker Level Press SOUND EDIT button and then press Cursor TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED...
  • Page 60: Setting The Drc (Dynamic Range Compression)

    Setting the DRC You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night. In Stop mode, press MENU button. Press Cursor button to move to ‘DRC’ and then press ENTER button. (Dynamic Range Compression) Press Cursor adjust the ‘DRC’.
  • Page 61: Sound Field (Dsp)/Eq Function

    Sound Field (DSP)/EQ Function DSP(Digital Signal Processor) DSP modes have been designed to simulate different acoustic environments. EQ: You can select from ROCK, POP, or CLASSIC, depending on the genre of music. POP, JAZZ, ROCK: Depending on the genre of music, you can select from POP, JAZZ, and ROCK. STUDIO : Provides a sense of presence as if in a studio.
  • Page 62: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Mode

    Dolby Pro Logic II Mode You can select the desired Dolby Pro Logic II audio mode. Press PL II MODE button. • Each time the button is pressed, the mode changes as follows. Note • When selecting Pro Logic II mode, connect your external device to the AUDIO INPUT jacks (L and R) on the player.
  • Page 63: Dolby Pro Logic Ii Effect

    Dolby Pro Logic II Effect This function works only in Dolby Pro Logic MUSIC mode. Press PL II MODE button to select ‘MUSIC’ mode. TITLE PBC CHAP PRGM RDS RT LINEAR PCM MPEG-2 AAC MPEG Press PL II EFFECT button and then press Cursor buttons to select the mode.
  • Page 64: Listening To Radio

    Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM, AM broadcast stations) by using either the automatic or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit Press TUNER/ BAND button. • The selection toggles back and forth between "FM AM" ›...
  • Page 65: Presetting Stations

    Presetting Stations You can store up to: 15 FM stations AM stations Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory Press the TUNER(BAND) button and select the FM band. • Each time the button is pressed, the band switches between "FM › AM". TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT TUNED...
  • Page 66: About Rds Broadcasting

    About RDS broadcasting Using the RDS (Radio Data System) to receive FM stations RDS allows FM stations to send an additional signal along with their regular program signals. For example,the stations send their station names,as well as information about what type of program they broadcast, such as sports or music,etc.
  • Page 67 PTY (Program Type) indication and PTY-SEARCH function One of the advantages of the RDS service is that you can locate a particular kind of program from the preset channels by specifying the PTY codes. To search for a program using the PTY codes Before you start, remember...
  • Page 68: Convenient Functions

    Convenient Functions Sleep Timer Function You can set the time that the DVD player will shut itself off. Press SLEEP button. • "SLEEP" will be displayed. Each time the button is pressed the preset time changes as follows: 10 › 20 › 30 › 60 › 90 › 120 ›...
  • Page 69: Adjusting Display Brightness

    Adjusting Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the display on the main unit so it won't interfere with your movie viewing. Press DIMMER button. • Each time the button is press, the brightness changes as follows: SLIGHTLY DARK > DARK > BRIGHT. Using Headphones Use headphones (not supplied) for private listening pleasure.
  • Page 70: Operating A Tv With The Remote Control

    • If you do not set the remote control with the code for your brand of TV, the remote control will work on a Samsung TV by default. When operating a TV with the remote control Press the MODE button to make the TV indicator on the remote control flash.
  • Page 71 TV Brand Code List Brand SAMSUNG 00(Initial Value), 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 73 ANAM DAEWOO 05, 20, 21, 22, 53 HITACHI SHARP 27, 33, 34, 35, 54 SONY TOSHIBA 27, 37, 42, 43, 44, 46 SANYO MITSUBISHI MATSUSHITA TELEFUNKEN...
  • Page 72: 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 Disc tray does not open.
  • Page 73 Symptom • Disc is rotating but no picture is produced. • Picture quality is poor and picture is shaking. The remote control does not work. Audio language and subtitles do not work. Menu screen does not appear even when the menu function is selected. Aspect ratio cannot be changed.
  • Page 74: Cautions On Handling And Storing Discs

    Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs Small scratches on the disc may reduce sound and picture quality or cause skipping. Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them. Handling discs Disc Storage Do not keep in direct sunlight •...
  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications Power Consumption Weight Dimensions (W x H x D) Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range Usable Sensitivity S/N Ratio Distortion Usable Sensitivity S/N Ratio Distortion Composite Video Scart Jack Component Video Front speaker output Center speaker output Rear speaker output Subwoofer speaker output Frequency range S/N Ratio...
  • Page 76 HT-DS700 Speaker system Impedance Frequency range Output sound pressure level Rated input Maximum input Dimensions (W x H x D) Weights HT-DS900 Speaker system Impedance Frequency range Output sound pressure level Rated input Maximum input Dimensions (W x H x D) Weights HT-DS970 Speaker system...
  • Page 77: Notes On Terminology

    Notes on Terminology Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot from a number ANGLE of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left , from the right , etc.). With such discs, the Angle button can be used to change the angle of view for specific scenes. These numbers are recorded on DVD discs.
  • Page 78 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: AV SYNC REV:02 AH68-01495B...

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