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component system dvd/vcd/cd/mp3-cd/cd-r/rw playback (39 pages)
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MAX-DG56 DVD MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM WITH USB HOST DVD/CD/MP3-CD/CD-R/RW PLAYBACK user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing a Samsung product. To receive a more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
Safety Warnings This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside CAUTION the product that presents a risk of electric shock RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. or personal injury. DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER (or BACK). This symbol indicates important instructions NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
Precautions DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE GE OPEN /CLOS DISC CHAN TUNE CD/D MP3- RIPPI NG P. BASS P. SOUN AUX IN PHON PART PHONE AUX IN 1 MP3-CD/DVD TUNER P. SOUND P. BASS .MAX MIN. MIC VOL PARTY RIPPING MIN. .MAX MIC VOL Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player.
The MAX-DG56 automatically switches itself into the power saving mode after 20 minutes in the screen saver mode. Power Saving Function The MAX-DG56 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop mode(only for USB, DVD). DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) offers fantastic audio and video, thanks to Dolby Digital surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology.
Contents PREPARATION Safety Warnings ................................. 1 Precautions..................................2 Features ..................................... 3 Description..................................5 CONNECTIONS Connecting the Speakers ..............................9 Connecting the Video Out to your TV ..........................10 P.SCAN(Progressive Scan) Function ..........................11 Connecting External Components ............................12 Connecting the FM Antennas ............................. 13 Setting the Clock ................................
Description —Front Panel— DISC CHANGE OPEN/CLOSE PORTABLE PHONES AUDIO IN MP3-CD/DVD TUNER P. SOUND P. BASS PARTY RIPPING MIN. .MAX MIC VOL 10 11 STANDBY/ON 12. USB FUNCTION PORTABLE AUDIO IN 13. AUX FUNCTION HEADPHONE JACK 14. TUNER FUNCTION 15. MP3-CD/DVD FUNCTION MIC VOLUME 16.
—Rear Panel— Speaker Connector Terminals 2. Scart Connector Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector. AUX IN 2 connector Component Output Connectors Connect a TV with component video input jacks to these jacks. FM Antenna Connector 4 5 6 WHAT’S INCLUDED...
Description —Remote Control— OPEN/CLOSE button POWER button DISC SKIP button DVD button TIMER ON/OFF button TUNER button TIMER/CLOCK button AUX button USB button Number(0~9) buttons RDS SELECTION button CD RIPPING button CANCEL button STEP button PAUSE button CD Skip buttons Play button Stop button SEARCH buttons...
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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 •...
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...
Connecting the Video Out to your TV Choose one of the four methods for connecting to a TV. METHOD 3 METHOD 2 (supplied) METHOD 1 METHOD 1 : Component Video ..(Best Quality) If your television is equipped with Component Video inputs, connect a Component video cable(not supplied) from the Component Video Output (Pr, Pb and Y) jacks on the back of the DVD Player to the Component Video Input jacks on your TV.
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.
Connecting External Components AUX1 : Connecting an External Component/MP3 player Components such as an MP3 Player AUX1 : Front Panel Connect PORTABLE AUDIO IN (Audio) on the MINI COMPACT front panel to the Audio Out of the external component/MP3 player. Press the AUX button to select <AUX1>...
Connecting the FM Antennas FM Antenna (supplied) Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL Jack. 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. •...
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 by pressing POWER twice. button. • "CLOCK" is displayed. When the correct Press ENTER.
Checking the Remaining Time Press the REMAIN Press the REMAIN button. button. If you press the REMAIN • For checking the remaining time of a button, the remaining time title or chapter being played. is displayed. Each time the REMAIN button is pressed , the time is To cancel this function, displayed as below:...
Disc Playback Selecting a CD in the Disc changer To select a specific disc, press the DISC CHANGE 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. •...
MP3/WMA-CD Playback Load the MP3/WMA to select the album, disc. and then press the ENTER button. • • The MP3/WMA menu screen will appear to select the track. and playback will start. • The appearance of the menu depends on the MP3/WMA disc. •...
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. Rotate/Flip Function Press Cursor , , , buttons during playback. button: Flip Vertically button: Rotate 90°...
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.
5 Minute Skip function During playback, press the button. • Go to the screen 5 minutes after whenever you press button. • Go to the screen 5 minutes earlier whenever you press button. • For MPG format files, 5 minute skip function is not supported. Note Audio Display Press the AUDIO button.
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. Connect the USB Press the USB button to select the USB cable.
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USB Host Specifi cation • Supports USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 compliant devices. • Supports devices connected using the USB A type cable. USB Host Specifi cation • Supports UMS (USB Mass Storage Device) V1.0 compliant devices. • Supports the device of which the connected drive is formatted in the FAT(FAT, FAT16, FAT32) fi...
Displaying Disc Information You can view playback information on the disc on the TV screen. Press INFO button. • Press Cursor buttons select the desired item. • What is a Title? A movie contained in a DVD disc. • What is a Chapter? Each title on a DVD disc is divided into several smaller sections called "chapters".
Fast/Slow Playback Fast Playback Press buttons . • Each time you press either button during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: • To resume normal playback, press PLAY ( ) button. Slow Playback Press SLOW button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: DivX •...
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. Skip Track01 Track01 Track02 Track03 Track04 Track05 Track06 Track07 Track02 Track01 Track02 Track03 Track04 Track05 Track06 Track07...
Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. Press Cursor buttons or numeric Press ANGLE buttons to select the button. desired angle. • Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: •...
Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). DIVX Press REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follow: • Press the REPEAT button or cursor button to select one mode then press ENTER button.
A B Repeat Playback DIVX Press the REPEAT A-B Press the REPEAT A-B button at the point where you button at the point where you want repeat play to stop (B). want repeat play to start (A). 'RPT A-' is displayed. 'RPT A-B' is displayed.
Zoom Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function DivX JPEG Press Cursor , , Press ZOOM , buttons to move to the area button. you want to enlarge. Press ENTER button.
Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Audio Language Selection Function Press Cursor Press Cursor , or numeric buttons to select the buttons to select the Press INFO button. desired Audio language and then Audio and then press press ENTER button. ENTER button. • Depending on the number of languages on a Note DVD disc, a different audio language (ENGLISH,...
Moving Directly to a Scene/Song Moving to a Title/Chapter Press Cursor buttons to select the Press INFO button. Title/Chapter. Moving to a Title/Chapter Moving to a Specific Time Press Cursor , Press Cursor or numeric buttons to buttons to select the select the desired part and Time.
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 In stop mode, press to move to ‘DISC MENU’ MENU button. and then press ENTER button .
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 , button to move to In stop mode, press ‘Title Menu’...
Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. Press Cursor Press Cursor In stop mode, press button to select the button to move to MENU button. desired item and then ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button. Disc Menu Press Cursor button to select the...
Setting TV Screen type Press Cursor , button to move to In stop mode, press ‘Setup’ and then MENU button. press ENTER button. Disc Menu Press Cursor Press Cursor button to move to button to 'Tv Aspect' ‘Display Setup’ and and then press then press ENTER ENTER button.
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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.
Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level) Use this to restrict playback of adult or violent DVDs you do not want children to view. Press Cursor button Press Cursor In stop mode, press to move to ‘Parental button to move to MENU button. Setup’...
Setting the Password You can set the password for the Parental (rating level) setting. Press Cursor In stop mode, press button to move to MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. Disc Menu Press Cursor button to Press Cursor , button move to ‘Parental to select the 'Change Setup’...
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 In stop mode, press button to move to ‘Audio’ and then press MENU button. ENTER button.
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 In stop mode, press to move to ‘Audio’...
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. When tuned to an FM station which provides the RDS service,the RDS indicator lights up on the display.
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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...
Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM broadcast stations) by using either the automatic or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit Press TUNER Tune in to the button. desired station. Press the STOP ( ) button Automatic Tuning 1 to select PRESET and then press...
Presetting Stations You can store up to: 15 FM stations Example: Presetting FM 89.1 in the memory Press the TUNER Press TUNING button and select Press the TUNER to select the FM band. MEMORY button. "89.10". • Refer to Step 2 on page 41 to automatically or manually tune in to a station.
CD RIPPING Function You can rip a compact disc as a MP3 file on the USB This feature enables you to ripping with the start of the disc or track of your choice. Load a compact Switch the system Connect the on by pressing disc(Digital USB.
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. •...
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.
POWER SOUND/POWER BASS/PARTY Function POWER SOUND Function Your mini-compact system is equipped with the function of POWER SOUND mode . The function of POWER SOUND mode amplifies bass and improves high key or bass twice as much for you to appreciate powerful real sound. When CD Ripping,the P.SOUND function Press the P.SOUND button.
DSP/EQ Function Selecting DSP/EQ Your mini-compact system is equipped with a preset equalizer that allows you to choose the most appropriate balance between treble and bass frequencies, according to the type of music you are listening to. Press DSP/EQ on the remote control until the required option is selected.
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...
DEMO Function / DIMMER Function DEMO Function You can view the various functions available on your system. Press DEMO 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.
Connecting Headphones/Microphone You can connect a set of headphones to your mini component system so that you can listen to music or radio programmers without disturbing other people in the room. The headphones must have a 3.5ø jack or an appropriate adapter. You can also insert microphone to sing along with your favorite Cds.
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.
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.
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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.
Notes on Discs Disc Recording Format CD-R Discs • Some CD-R discs may not be playable depending on the disc recording device (CD-Recorder or PC) and the condition of the disc. • Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R disc. Do not use CD-R discs over 700MB/80 minute as they may not be played back. •...
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.
Specifications RADIO Signal/noise ratio 55 dB Usable sensitivity 12 dB Total harmonic distortion 0.6 % COMPACT DISC PLAYER Capacity 3 discs Frequency range 20 Hz - 20 KHz (± 1 dB) Signal/noise ratio 85 dB (at 1 KHz) with filter Distortion 0.1 % (at 1 KHz) Channel separation...
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Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems.) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.