Samsung MAX-DX55 Instruction Manual
Samsung MAX-DX55 Instruction Manual

Samsung MAX-DX55 Instruction Manual

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3 DVD MINI
COMPONENT SYSTEM
WITH USB HOST
DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD/CD-R/RW
PLAYBACK
MAX-DX55/DX55B
MAX-DX56

Instruction Manual

COMPACT
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL VIDEO
V I D E O

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    3 DVD MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM WITH USB HOST DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD/CD-R/RW PLAYBACK MAX-DX55/DX55B MAX-DX56 Instruction Manual COMPACT COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL VIDEO V I D E O...
  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation KLASSE 1 LASER PRODUCT exposure. LUOKAN 1 LASER LAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT PRODUCTO LASER CLASE 1 CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED, AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
  • 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

    20 minutes in the screen saver mode. Power Saving Function The MAX-DX55/DX55B/DX56 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop mode. Customized TV Screen Display The MAX-DX55/DX55B/DX56 allows you to select your favorite image during JPEG, DVD playback and set it as your background wallpaper.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents PREPARATION Safety Warnings..................................1 Precautions ..................................2 Features....................................3 Description ..................................5 CONNECTIONS Connecting the Speakers..............................9 Connecting to a TV ................................10 P.SCAN(Progressive Scan) Function ..........................12 Connecting External Components ............................13 Connecting the FM,AM(MW) Antennas ..........................14 Setting the Clock.................................15 OPERATION Disc Playback ..................................16 DivX Playback..................................17 Playing Media Files using the USB feature.........................19 Displaying Disc Information ..............................21 Fast/Slow Playback................................22...
  • Page 6: Description

    Description —Front Panel— 16 17 13 14 STANDBY/ON 19. POWER SOUND TAPE 1/2 20. MIC CONTROL (OPTION) COUNTER RESET 21. AUX/USB DVD/CD FUNCTION 22. AUX IN CD REPEAT 23. CD SYNCHRO TUNER MEMORY 24. DUBBING HEADPHONE JACK 25. TAPE FUNCTION TUNER BAND FUNCTION 26.
  • Page 7: Rear Panel

    —Rear Panel— MAX-DX55/DX55B Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector. LINE OUT Component Video Output Connectors Connect a TV with component video input jacks to these jacks. AM Antenna Connector FM Antenna Connector...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Description —Remote Control— TAPE button AUX/USB button DVD button TUNER(BAND) button OPEN/CLOSE button POWER button DISC SKIP button Number(0~9) buttons TAPE 1/2 button CANCEL button STEP button CD REPEAT button SEARCH buttons Play/Pause button Stop button Tuning Preset/CD Skip button TUNING button VOLUME button MUTE button...
  • Page 9: Insert Remote Batteries

    Insert Remote Batteries Remove the battery Insert two 1.5V AAA Replace the battery cover in the direction batteries, paying cover. of the arrow. attention to the correct polarities (+ and –). Follow these precautions to avoid leaking or cracking cells: Caution •...
  • Page 10: Connecting The Speakers

    Connecting the Speakers Before moving or installing the product, be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the power cord. The loudspeaker connector terminals are located on the rear of the system. There are two terminals on the system: left speaker (marked L) right speaker (marked R) To achieve the correct sound quality,insert those speaker connector cables to the speaker connector...
  • Page 11: Connecting To A Tv

    Connecting to a TV Please be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before moving or installing this unit. Please choose one of three video connection methods. Method 1 Using Video Out (Good Quality) Connect Video Out on the player to Video In on your TV.
  • Page 12 Connecting to a TV(Con’t) Please be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before moving or installing this unit. Please choose one of three video connection methods. Method 3 Component Video (Best Quality) Use this method if your TV have Pr,Pb andY jacks. If you television is equipped with Component Video inputs,connect a component video cable from the Pr,Pb and Y jacks on the back panel of the system to the corresponding jacks on your television.
  • Page 13: P.scan(Progressive Scan) Function

    P.SCAN Function (Progressive 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 information (all lines displayed in one pass) to create a clear and detailed picture without visible scan lines.
  • Page 14: Connecting External Components

    Connecting External Components Connecting an External Analog Component Example: Analog signal components such as a VCR, Camcorder, and TV. Audio Cable If the external analog component (not supplied) has only one Audio Out, connect either left or right. Connect Audio In on the DVD player to Audio Out on the external analog component. •...
  • Page 15: Connecting The Fm,Am(Mw) Antennas

    Connecting the FM, AM ( MW ) Antennas If AM reception is poor, connect an outdoor AM antenna(not supplied). AM Loop Antenna (supplied) FM Antenna (supplied) Snap the tabs on the loop into the slots of the base to assemble the AM loop antenna.
  • Page 16: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock For each step, you have a few seconds to set the required options. If you exceed this time, you must start again. Switch the system on Press TIMER/CLOCK Press ENTER. by pressing twice. The hour flashes. STANDBY/ON button. •...
  • Page 17: Disc Playback

    Disc Playback Selecting a CD in the Disc changer To select a specific disc, press the corresponding DISC (1, 2, 3) button on the front panel or DISC SKIP on the remote control, until the required disc indicator flashes. Result: All the discs will be played in turn, starting with the one selected. •...
  • Page 18: Divx Playback

    DivX Playback Skip Forward/Back During playback, press the button. • Go to the next file whenever you press button, if there are over 2 files in the disk. • Go to the previous file whenever you press button, if there are over 2 files in the disk.
  • Page 19: Subtitle Display

    5 Minute Skip function During playback, press the button. • Go to the screen about 5 minutes after whenever you press button. • Go to the screen about 5 minutes earlier whenever you press button. Subtitle Display Press the SUBTITLE button. •...
  • Page 20: Playing Media Files Using The Usb Feature

    Playing Media Files using the USB feature You can connect and play files from external USB storage devices such as MP3 players, USB flash memory, etc. using the player's USB function. Press the USBbutton on the main unit or the connect the USB USB/AUX button on cable.
  • Page 21: During Playback

    Skip Forward/Back During playback, press the button. • When there is more than a file, when you press the button, the next file is selected. • When there is more than a file, when you press the button, the previous file is selected. Fast playback To play back the disc at a faster speed, press and hold during playback.
  • Page 22: Displaying Disc Information

    Displaying Disc Information You can view playback information on the disc on the TV screen. Press INFO button. • Each time the button is pressed, the display changes as follows: DivX JPEG DVD RECEIVER SMART NAVI Something like you Back for good Love of my life More than words Display disappears...
  • Page 23: 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 Note •...
  • Page 24: 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. • But, you cannot skip chapters consecutively. TITLE 01/05 CHAPTER 002/040 DVD RECEIVER SMART NAVI Something like you Back for good Love of my life...
  • Page 25: Angle Function

    Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. Press Cursor Press INFO button. button to move to ANGLE display. Press Cursor buttons or numeric buttons to select the desired angle. • Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: •...
  • Page 26: Repeat Playback

    Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). JPEG Press CD REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follows: JPEG Repeat Playback Options CHAPTER Repeatedly plays the selected chapter.
  • Page 27 To Select a Repeat Playback Mode in the Disc Information Screen Press Cursor button Press INFO button to move to REPEAT twice . PLAYBACK display. • For a VCD or CD,Press INFO button once. Press Cursor Press ENTER button to select the button.
  • Page 28: A-B Repeat Playback

    A B Repeat Playback Press REP. A B Press REP. A B at the beginning of at the end of the the section you section. want to repeat. REPEAT : A– REPEAT : A–B To cancel AB Repeat Playback, press REP. A B to select "REPEAT PLAYBACK: OFF".
  • Page 29: Zoom Function

    Zoom Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function Press Cursor , , Press ENTER Press ZOOM , buttons to button. move to the area button. you want to enlarge. •...
  • Page 30: Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language

    Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Audio Language Selection Function Press Cursor Press INFO button buttons or numeric buttons to select the twice. desired audio language. • Depending on the number of languages on a DVD disc, a different audio language (ENGLISH, SPAIN,JAPANESE, etc.) is selected each time the button is pressed.
  • Page 31: Moving Directly To A Scene/Song

    Moving Directly to a Scene/Song Moving to a Title/Track Moving to a Chapter Press Cursor , buttons Press Cursor , or numeric buttons to select buttons to move to Press INFO button. the desired title/track and Chapter display. then press ENTER button. 01/05 001/040 0:00:37...
  • Page 32: Jpeg File Playback

    JPEG File Playback JPEG 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 33 Rotate/Flip Function Press Cursor , , , buttons during playback. button: Flip Vertically button: Rotate 90° Clockwise button: Rotate 90° Counterclockwise Original Image button: Flip Horizontally...
  • Page 34: 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. Press Cursor , buttons Press MENU button. to move to ‘DISC MENU’ and then press ENTER button.
  • Page 35: 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. Press Cursor , Press ENTER button. Press MENU button. button to move to ‘Title Menu’.
  • Page 36: Setting The Language

    Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. Press Cursor button to Press ENTER button. Press MENU button. move to ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. Press Cursor button to select Press Cursor button to the desired language and then press select the desired item and then ENTER button.
  • Page 37: Language Code List

    Language Code List Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Disc Audio”, “Disc Subtitle” and/or “Disc Menu” (See page 35). Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1181 Frisian 1334 Latvian, Lettish 1506 Slovenian 1028 Abkhazian 1183 Irish...
  • Page 38: Setting Tv Screen Type

    Setting TV Screen type Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. Press Cursor Press Cursor button to move to ‘TV button to select the DISPLAY’ and then desired item and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button.
  • Page 39 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 40: 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. Press Cursor Press Cursor Press MENU button. button to move to button to move to ‘PARENTAL’ and then ‘Setup’...
  • Page 41: Setting The Password

    Setting the Password You can set the password for the Parental (rating level) setting. Press Cursor button to Press Cursor Press MENU button. move to ‘PASSWORD’ button to move to and then press ENTER ‘Setup’ and then button. press ENTER button. Press ENTER Enter the password and then press...
  • Page 42: Setting The Wallpaper

    • You can repeat Steps 1 and 2 to set up to 3 wallpapers. • The power will turn off and turn on automatically and back on the display mode. Select this to set the Select this to set the desired Samsung Logo image as image as your wallpaper. your wallpaper.
  • Page 43 To Change the Wallpaper Press Cursor Press Cursor Press MENU button to move to button to move to button. ‘Setup’ and then ‘LOGO’ and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button. Press to select Press MENU the desired ‘USER’, button to exit the and then press setup screen.
  • Page 44: Setting The Drc (Dynamic Range Compression)

    Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) You can use this function to enjoy Dolby Digital sound when watching movies at low volume at night. Press Cursor button to Press MENU button. move to ‘Audio’ and then press ENTER button. If “DRC” is Press Cursor selected, press adjust the ‘DRC’.
  • Page 45: 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 Cursor buttons Press the MENU button. to move to ‘Audio’...
  • Page 46: Listening To Radio

    Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM, MW broadcast stations) by using either the automatic or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit Press TUNER/ Tune in to the BAND button. desired station. Press button to select Automatic Tuning 1 the preset station.
  • Page 47: Presetting Stations

    Presetting Stations You can store up to: 15 FM stations 15 AM stations Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory Press the TUNER(BAND) Press the TUNER Press button and select MEMORY button. select "89.10". the FM band. • • • Each time the button is pressed, Refer to Step 2 on page 41 “PRGM”...
  • Page 48: Listening To A Cassette

    Listening to a Cassette Always treat your cassettes with care; refer, if necessary, to the section entitled “Precautions When Using Audio Cassettes” on page 59. Press the PUSH Switch the system Press TAPE on EJECT ( ) of the on by pressing the player to cassette tape to open STANDBY ON.
  • Page 49: Tape Counter

    Tape Counter When playing a cassette in one of the cassette decks, a counter is displayed to enable you to take note of the counter value at the start of each track to start playback at the beginning of the track to which you wish to listen.
  • Page 50 Coping a Cassette(Dubbing) ou can copy a cassette from Tape 1 to Tape 2. • Normal speed dubbing in selecting Tape function mode. • You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. •...
  • Page 51: Recording A Compact Disc

    Recording a Compact Disc You can record a compact disc on a cassette in two different ways: Synchronised recording This feature enables you to synchronize the start of the recording with the start of the disc or track of your choice. Switch the system Load a compact Insert a blank...
  • Page 52: Direct Recording

    Direct recording The direct recording mode enables you to start recording with any track on the compact disc. Switch the system Load a compact Insert a blank on by pressing disc. cassette in Tape 2. STANDBY/ON. • Press the OPEN/CLOSE button ( •...
  • Page 53: Recording A Radio Program

    Recording a Radio Program You can record a radio program of your choice. You do not need to adjust the volume, as it has no effect on the recording. Select the Switch the system Insert a blank TUNER function on by pressing cassette in Tape 2.
  • Page 54: Timer Function

    Timer Function • The timer enables you to switch the system on or off at specific times. • If you no longer want the system to be switched on or off automatically, you must cancel the timer. • Before setting the timer, check that the current time is correct. •...
  • Page 55: Canceling The Timer

    Canceling the Timer After having set the timer, it will start automatically as shown by the TIMER indication on the display. If you no longer wish to use the timer, you must cancel it. To cancel the timer, press TIMER ON/OFF once.
  • Page 56: Power Sound And Sound Mode Function

    POWER SOUND and SOUND MODE Function Selecting SOUND MODE POWER SOUND Function Your mini-compact system is equipped with the Your mini-compact system is equipped with function of Power Sound a preset equalizer that allows you to choose The function of Power Sound amplifies bass and the most appropriate balance between treble improves high key or bass twice as much for you to and bass frequencies, according to the type...
  • Page 57: Sleep Timer Function / Mute Function

    Sleep Timer Function / Mute Function Sleep Timer Function You can set the time that the DVD player will shut itself off. Press SLEEP button. • Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows: 90 MIN 60 MIN 45 MIN 30 MIN 15 MIN...
  • Page 58: Demo Function / Dimmer Function

    DEMO Function / DIMMER Function DEMO Function You can view the various functions available on your system. Press DEMO/DIMMER button. • The various functions available are listed in turn on the display. • All these functions are described in detail in this booklet. For instructions on how to use them, refer to the appropriate sections.
  • Page 59: Connecting Headphones/Microphone(Option)

    Connecting Headphones/Microphone(option) You can connect a set of headphones to your micro component system so that you can listen to music or radio programmers without disturbing other people in the room. The earphones must have a 3.5ø jack or an appropriate adapter. Connect the headphones to Plug the microphone with a 6.3ø...
  • Page 60: 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 breaks in playback. Be especially careful not to scratch discs when handling them. Handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints will not get on the surface.
  • Page 61: 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.
  • Page 62 Symptom Check/Remedy 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.
  • Page 63: Notes On Discs

    Notes on Discs 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 64: Notes On Terminology

    Notes on Terminology Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shot ANGLE from a number 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.
  • Page 65: Specifications

    40 dB Channel separation 30 dB Erasing effect 50 dB(without filter) AMPLIFIER Output power Speaker(6 ) 40W/CH RMS,IEC (total harmonic distortion: 10 %)(MAX-DX55/DX55B) Speaker(6 ) 80W/CH RMS,IEC (total harmonic distortion: 10 %)(MAX-DX56) Channel separation 40 dB Signal/noise ratio 75 dB GENERAL...
  • Page 66: Usb Feature Supported Products

    128 MB MP3 Player Coolpix 3700 Nikon Digital Camera Iriver H320 Iriver 20G HDD MP3 Player Coolpix 4100 Nikon Digital Camera YH-920 Samsung 20G HDD MP3 Player Coolpix 5200 Nikon Digital Camera YP-T7 Samsung MP3 Player Stylus 410 digital Olympus Digital Camera...
  • Page 67 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region Country Customer Care Center Web Site...
  • Page 68 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: AH68-01936B...

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