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Instruction Manual DVD-R157 www.samsung.com AK68-01315A-02
Instruction Manual DVD-R157 www.samsung.com AK68-01315A-02
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... to the Region number of the following U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.Use of electric shock is present within this DVD Recorder, the DVD Recorder cannot play the disc. ■ This device is encouraged to try to comply with electric appliances, such as a ...Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for connections. Patent Nos.4,631,60 3;4,577,216;4,819,098;4,907,093; CAUTION : DVD RECORDERS USE AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. CAUTION THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. This equipment generates,...
... to the Region number of the following U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.Use of electric shock is present within this DVD Recorder, the DVD Recorder cannot play the disc. ■ This device is encouraged to try to comply with electric appliances, such as a ...Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for connections. Patent Nos.4,631,60 3;4,577,216;4,819,098;4,907,093; CAUTION : DVD RECORDERS USE AN INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH CAN CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. CAUTION THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. This equipment generates,...
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...manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Holding discs • Avoid touching the surface of time. 14) Refer all the safety instructions listed below. DVD-Video, Audio CD • Wipe off dirt or contamination on the printed side with a ball-point pen or pencil. • Do not use... such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of the polarized or grounding- Do not use benzene, thinner, or other . DVD-RAM, DVD±RW and DVD±R • Clean with a special shape) is used , use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to discs. (Do not...
...manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Holding discs • Avoid touching the surface of time. 14) Refer all the safety instructions listed below. DVD-Video, Audio CD • Wipe off dirt or contamination on the printed side with a ball-point pen or pencil. • Do not use... such as lightning and static electricity can affect normal operation of the polarized or grounding- Do not use benzene, thinner, or other . DVD-RAM, DVD±RW and DVD±R • Clean with a special shape) is used , use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to discs. (Do not...
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... after inserting the disc or turning on the disc and the condition of 1000 files and folders. • DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc recorded with a Samsung DVD video recorder. Optimization occurs when you may experience a delay in the early playback time, and all of the discs content... sound may generate on the contents and discs. Recording onto the disc may become available. Using MPEG4 disc • Disc : CD-R/-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD±R/ DVD±RW, • MPEG4 File with a VBR(Variable Bit Rates), from 32 Kbps to play some cases due to 320Kbps. • The...
... after inserting the disc or turning on the disc and the condition of 1000 files and folders. • DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc recorded with a Samsung DVD video recorder. Optimization occurs when you may experience a delay in the early playback time, and all of the discs content... sound may generate on the contents and discs. Recording onto the disc may become available. Using MPEG4 disc • Disc : CD-R/-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD±R/ DVD±RW, • MPEG4 File with a VBR(Variable Bit Rates), from 32 Kbps to play some cases due to 320Kbps. • The...
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...8226; If your recorder, contact the Call Center at www.samsung.com) • If disc compatibility problems continue, or there is 4X. • Not all brands of discs will be compatible with this recorder. Disc Compatibility • A 8X speed DVD+RW or greater disc can be played, but has not ...technology that is set to a VCR results in Video Mode by a different maker's recorder but maximum recording speed is an issue upgrading your DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc is an illegal copy or is protected by this unit. • The latest firmware upgrade to improve recording & ...
...8226; If your recorder, contact the Call Center at www.samsung.com) • If disc compatibility problems continue, or there is 4X. • Not all brands of discs will be compatible with this recorder. Disc Compatibility • A 8X speed DVD+RW or greater disc can be played, but has not ...technology that is set to a VCR results in Video Mode by a different maker's recorder but maximum recording speed is an issue upgrading your DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc is an illegal copy or is protected by this unit. • The latest firmware upgrade to improve recording & ...
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...Disc Storage 4 Disc Specifications 4 ■ General Features 8 ■ Before Reading the Instruction Manual 9 ■ How to use the DVD Recorder 9 ■ Unpacking 10 Accessories 10 Preparing the Remote Control 10 Tour of the Remote Control 12 ■ Description 13 Front Panel 13 Front...35 Changing the Password 35 Recording ■ Recordable discs 36 Compatibility between Samsung and Other manufacturer's Recorders..36 ■ Recording Formats 37 DVD-RW(Video mode)/-R 37 DVD-RAM/-RW(VR mode 37 DVD+RW 37 ■ Recording Mode 38 ■ Unrecordable video 38 About ...
...Disc Storage 4 Disc Specifications 4 ■ General Features 8 ■ Before Reading the Instruction Manual 9 ■ How to use the DVD Recorder 9 ■ Unpacking 10 Accessories 10 Preparing the Remote Control 10 Tour of the Remote Control 12 ■ Description 13 Front Panel 13 Front...35 Changing the Password 35 Recording ■ Recordable discs 36 Compatibility between Samsung and Other manufacturer's Recorders..36 ■ Recording Formats 37 DVD-RW(Video mode)/-R 37 DVD-RAM/-RW(VR mode 37 DVD+RW 37 ■ Recording Mode 38 ■ Unrecordable video 38 About ...
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Getting Started Playback ■ Region code (DVD-Video only 47 ■ Logos of Discs that can be played 47 ■ Disc types that can be played 47 Discs that cannot be played ...
Getting Started Playback ■ Region code (DVD-Video only 47 ■ Logos of Discs that can be played 47 ■ Disc types that can be played 47 Discs that cannot be played ...
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... disc,up to 15-hours on a dual-layer 8.5GB DVD±R disc, and up to 8-hours on a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc, depending on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs. Create a DVD video title using a DVD±RW/DVD±R disc With the DVD-R157, you Initialize and Finalize a disc automatically. (See page 46) Copying data...
... disc,up to 15-hours on a dual-layer 8.5GB DVD±R disc, and up to 8-hours on a 4.7 GB DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc, depending on DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R discs. Create a DVD video title using a DVD±RW/DVD±R disc With the DVD-R157, you Initialize and Finalize a disc automatically. (See page 46) Copying data...
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... want to save the recording without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co. ▌Step 3 : Recording There are no initialization is possible and no differences between DVD-Video format (Video mode) and DVD-Video Recording format (VR mode) with the Safety Instructions before reading...2) If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting section. (See pages 73 ~74) Copyright ©2007 Samsung Electronics Co. ANYKEY A function that can be used in manual Icon Term Definition DVD This involves a function available in a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW). If you want to ...
... want to save the recording without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics Co. ▌Step 3 : Recording There are no initialization is possible and no differences between DVD-Video format (Video mode) and DVD-Video Recording format (VR mode) with the Safety Instructions before reading...2) If a problem occurs, check the Troubleshooting section. (See pages 73 ~74) Copyright ©2007 Samsung Electronics Co. ANYKEY A function that can be used in manual Icon Term Definition DVD This involves a function available in a data CD (CD-R or CD-RW). If you want to ...
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...finalizing is generally unnecessary when playing the disc on a VR Mode compatible component, a finalized disc should be made on DVD-R/DVD-RW discs in VR mode. Once a playlist is easier than this recorder. First, finish all editing and recording operations, then ...there is created between chapters) varies according to local environmental regulations. Dispose of the remote. • Insert two AAA batteries. When using a DVD-RW disc in the Remote Control • Open the battery cover on the back of batteries according to the recording mode. ▌Step 5...
...finalizing is generally unnecessary when playing the disc on a VR Mode compatible component, a finalized disc should be made on DVD-R/DVD-RW discs in VR mode. Once a playlist is easier than this recorder. First, finish all editing and recording operations, then ...there is created between chapters) varies according to local environmental regulations. Dispose of the remote. • Insert two AAA batteries. When using a DVD-RW disc in the Remote Control • Open the battery cover on the back of batteries according to the recording mode. ▌Step 5...
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...as a toggle switch. 13. REVERSE/FORWARD SKIP Buttons Press to stop a disc or to skip a disc backwards or forwards. 7. MENU Button Brings up the DVD recorder's setup menu. 12. CBC/TV CH Buttons Use this to search a disc backwards or forwards. 9. English - 12 REVERSE/FORWARD STEP Buttons Press to...of the program automatically during playback of the disc that can be controlled on and off. 4. POWER Button Press to view the status of a DVD disc. AUDIO Button Use this to the previous menu. 26. PLAY LIST/TITLE MENU Button Use this to enter the View Recording list/Disc ...
...as a toggle switch. 13. REVERSE/FORWARD SKIP Buttons Press to stop a disc or to skip a disc backwards or forwards. 7. MENU Button Brings up the DVD recorder's setup menu. 12. CBC/TV CH Buttons Use this to search a disc backwards or forwards. 9. English - 12 REVERSE/FORWARD STEP Buttons Press to...of the program automatically during playback of the disc that can be controlled on and off. 4. POWER Button Press to view the status of a DVD disc. AUDIO Button Use this to the previous menu. 26. PLAY LIST/TITLE MENU Button Use this to enter the View Recording list/Disc ...
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POWER Button Turns the recorder on and off. 2. DISPLAY Displays the playing status, time, etc. 8. REC Button Starts recording. 11. Lights when a DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc is loaded. 2. OPEN/CLOSE Button Opens and closes the disc tray. 7. Button Select line input signal in the progressive scan mode. STOP Button ...
POWER Button Turns the recorder on and off. 2. DISPLAY Displays the playing status, time, etc. 8. REC Button Starts recording. 11. Lights when a DVD-RAM/DVD±RW/DVD±R disc is loaded. 2. OPEN/CLOSE Button Opens and closes the disc tray. 7. Button Select line input signal in the progressive scan mode. STOP Button ...
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... & Setting Up Getting Connected 1. A. Use the double-sided tape to set up the Set Top Box Control menu. (See pages 27~28) ■ The DVD-R157 does not have found in 2. Move the remote across the front while pressing the power button On and Off (Figure 2). ■ You must select a cable....) D. Place the Set top box controller of the IR Blaster on the cable box. Turn the cable box Off. Remember the location of the DVD Recorder. 2. You cannot record one channel while watching another channel. Find the Cable Box IR Sensor To control cable box recording, find the...
... & Setting Up Getting Connected 1. A. Use the double-sided tape to set up the Set Top Box Control menu. (See pages 27~28) ■ The DVD-R157 does not have found in 2. Move the remote across the front while pressing the power button On and Off (Figure 2). ■ You must select a cable....) D. Place the Set top box controller of the IR Blaster on the cable box. Turn the cable box Off. Remember the location of the DVD Recorder. 2. You cannot record one channel while watching another channel. Find the Cable Box IR Sensor To control cable box recording, find the...
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... output to PCM.(See page 32) ■ Depending on the rear of the DVD Recorder to the HDMI IN jack of your TV screen. HDMI cable connect the ...HDMI device(TV/HDMI Receiver) you use an HDMI cable to connect a Samsung TV to the DVD recorder, you can operate the recorder using the TV remote control. (This... is not available when you set the digital audio ouput to PCM or DTS Off. ■ If you use , audio may not be supported. You will enjoy the best quality image and sound. ▌Connecting to a TV with SAMSUNG...
... output to PCM.(See page 32) ■ Depending on the rear of the DVD Recorder to the HDMI IN jack of your TV screen. HDMI cable connect the ...HDMI device(TV/HDMI Receiver) you use an HDMI cable to connect a Samsung TV to the DVD recorder, you can operate the recorder using the TV remote control. (This... is not available when you set the digital audio ouput to PCM or DTS Off. ■ If you use , audio may not be supported. You will enjoy the best quality image and sound. ▌Connecting to a TV with SAMSUNG...
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... link between HDMI and DVI is that HDMI supports multi-channel audio. ■ HDMI connection description HDMI connector - English - 17 Using HDMI, the DVD player transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack. ■ HDMI is the HDCP...the DVI IN terminal of your TV does not support HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection), snow noise appears on the screen. ■ Why does Samsung use HDMI? Connecting & Setting Up ■ To change HDMI output resolution, see page 34. ■ HDMI (High Definition Multimedia ...
... link between HDMI and DVI is that HDMI supports multi-channel audio. ■ HDMI connection description HDMI connector - English - 17 Using HDMI, the DVD player transmits a digital video and audio signal and displays a vivid picture on a TV having an HDMI input jack. ■ HDMI is the HDCP...the DVI IN terminal of your TV does not support HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection), snow noise appears on the screen. ■ Why does Samsung use HDMI? Connecting & Setting Up ■ To change HDMI output resolution, see page 34. ■ HDMI (High Definition Multimedia ...
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... Up Step 3 : Connecting the Video Cable There are several ways to a Video input jack Connect a video(yellow) cable between the VIDEO(yellow) OUT jack on DVD Recorder and VIDEO(yellow) IN jack on the TV (or AV amplifier). • You will enjoy normal quality images. • Connect the audio... cables(white and red) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on the following audio/video connections on this unit. ▌Connecting to connect your TV(or AV amplifier...
... Up Step 3 : Connecting the Video Cable There are several ways to a Video input jack Connect a video(yellow) cable between the VIDEO(yellow) OUT jack on DVD Recorder and VIDEO(yellow) IN jack on the TV (or AV amplifier). • You will enjoy normal quality images. • Connect the audio... cables(white and red) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on the following audio/video connections on this unit. ▌Connecting to connect your TV(or AV amplifier...
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...black and white (Y) and color (C) signals to an S-Video input jack Connect an S-Video cable(not supplied) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on your TV supports S-Video input or Component video input, respectively. English - 19 ▌ Connecting to present clearer images... than regular video input mode. • Connect the audio cables(white and red) between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder and S-VIDEO IN jack on your TV(or AV amplifier). (See pages 21~23) ■ S-Video or Component video outputs are...
...black and white (Y) and color (C) signals to an S-Video input jack Connect an S-Video cable(not supplied) between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD Recorder and AUDIO IN jacks on your TV supports S-Video input or Component video input, respectively. English - 19 ▌ Connecting to present clearer images... than regular video input mode. • Connect the audio cables(white and red) between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on DVD Recorder and S-VIDEO IN jack on your TV(or AV amplifier). (See pages 21~23) ■ S-Video or Component video outputs are...
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... progressive scan. ■ Progressive Scan Output (480p). If there are fully compatible with this model, please contact our customer service center at 1-800-SAMSUNG. ■ The Component jacks will enjoy the best quality accurate color reproduction images. With HDMI connected, press the P.SCAN button to your TV,...high definition television sets are questions regarding TV set compatibility with this product. To view 720p and 1080i, connect the DVD-R157 to Component video input jacks (Y,PB,PR) Connecting & Setting Up 1. ▌ Connecting to your TV with an HDMIHDMI cable.
... progressive scan. ■ Progressive Scan Output (480p). If there are fully compatible with this model, please contact our customer service center at 1-800-SAMSUNG. ■ The Component jacks will enjoy the best quality accurate color reproduction images. With HDMI connected, press the P.SCAN button to your TV,...high definition television sets are questions regarding TV set compatibility with this product. To view 720p and 1080i, connect the DVD-R157 to Component video input jacks (Y,PB,PR) Connecting & Setting Up 1. ▌ Connecting to your TV with an HDMIHDMI cable.
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Connecting & Setting Up Step 5 : Connecting External Devices This allows you to connect your DVD Recorder to other external devices and view or record their outputs. ▌Connecting a VCR, Set Top Box(STB) or DVD Player to the AV 1 IN or S-VIDEO IN jacks Connecting a VCR or external device to the AV 1 IN jacks of the DVD Recorder. You can record from connected equipment (VCR, STB or DVD Player). English - 24
Connecting & Setting Up Step 5 : Connecting External Devices This allows you to connect your DVD Recorder to other external devices and view or record their outputs. ▌Connecting a VCR, Set Top Box(STB) or DVD Player to the AV 1 IN or S-VIDEO IN jacks Connecting a VCR or external device to the AV 1 IN jacks of the DVD Recorder. You can record from connected equipment (VCR, STB or DVD Player). English - 24
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English - 25 button on front of the DVD Recorder. (See page 41) ■ when an Input source is inserted into AV 2 while watching TV, the Input will be switched to use the camcorder in this mode. Connecting & Setting Up ▌Connecting a Camcorder You can record from connected equipment, such as a camcorder by using the AV 2 IN or DV IN jacks on the remote control to select the DV Input. ■ Check your camcorder's owner's manual to see how to AV 2 automatically. ■ If the Input is not selected automatically, press the INPUT SEL.
English - 25 button on front of the DVD Recorder. (See page 41) ■ when an Input source is inserted into AV 2 while watching TV, the Input will be switched to use the camcorder in this mode. Connecting & Setting Up ▌Connecting a Camcorder You can record from connected equipment, such as a camcorder by using the AV 2 IN or DV IN jacks on the remote control to select the DV Input. ■ Check your camcorder's owner's manual to see how to AV 2 automatically. ■ If the Input is not selected automatically, press the INPUT SEL.