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3 DVD MINI
COMPONENT SYSTEM
DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD/CD-R/RW
PLAYBACK
MAX-DS960
Instruction Manual
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
V I D E O
OPEN/CLOSE
DISC SKIP
REPEAT
TUNER
BAND
VOLUME
SOUND
MODE
TIMER/CLOCK
TIMER ON/OFF
NTSC/PAL
COMPACT
DIGITAL VIDEO
SLEEP
DIMMER
ZOOM
SLOW
REMAIN
SUB TITLE
DECK 1/2
TAPE
AUX
TUNING
TUNNER
MEMORY
P.SCAN
ENTER
AUDIO
STEP
CANCEL
DIGEST
EZ/VIEW
LOGO SLIDE MODE
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- Page 1 3 DVD MINI COMPONENT SYSTEM DVD/VCD/CD/MP3-CD/CD-R/RW PLAYBACK MAX-DS960 Instruction Manual OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE BAND VOLUME TUNING SOUND TUNNER MODE MEMORY P.SCAN ENTER AUDIO STEP TIMER/CLOCK CANCEL DIGEST TIMER ON/OFF...
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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-DS960 automatically shuts itself off after 20 minutes in the stop mode. Customized TV Screen Display The MAX-DS960 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)and SW(option) Antennas .....................14 Setting the Clock.................................15 OPERATION Disc Playback ..................................16 DivX Playback..................................17 Displaying Disc Information ..............................19 Fast/Slow Playback................................20 Skipping Scenes/Songs ..............................21... -
Page 6: Description
Description —Front Panel— 32 31 15 17 18 19 20 21 Search Function buttons 19. Tape Normal Speed Dubbing Tuning Mode or Stop button 20. Record/Pause (PAL/NTSC) STANDBY/ON/ECO 21. Multi Jog Timer/Clock 22. Cassette Deck 2 Timer On/Off 23. Enter Sleep 24. -
Page 7: Rear Panel
—Rear Panel— SW Antenna Connector (Option) AM Antenna Connectors FM Antenna Connector LINE OUT Subwoofer speaker Connector Terminals Front speaker Connector Terminals Voltage Selector (Option) Component Video Output Connectors Connect a TV with component vide input jacks to these jacks. Video Output Connector Connect the TV's video input jacks (VIDEO IN) to the VIDEO OUT connector. -
Page 8: Remote Control
Description —Remote Control— ZOOM button POWER STANDBY/ON button SLEEP button DIMMER/DEMO button OPEN/CLOSE button SLOW,MONO/ST button DISC SKIP button SUB TITLE button REPEAT button DECK 1/2 Remain button TUNER button AUX button TAPE PLAY button Play/Pause button Stop button Tuning Preset/CD Skip button SOUND MODE button TUNER MEMORY,P.SCAN button VOLUME button... - Page 9 Insert Remote Batteries Remove the battery Insert two 1.5V AAA Replace the battery cover on the back of batteries, paying cover. the remote by attention to the correct pressing down and polarities (+ and –). sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.
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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. Blue Blue Selecting the Listening Position Position of the DVD Player The listening position should be located about 2.5 to 3 •... -
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) (supplied) Connect Video Out on the player to Video In on your TV. - Page 12 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 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.
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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 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)And Sw(Option) Antennas
Connecting the FM, AM ( MW/LW ) and SW(option) 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 Press TIMER/CLOCK Press ENTER. on by pressing twice. The hour flashes. POWER button. •... -
Page 17: Disc Playback
Disc Playback Selecting a CD in the Disc changer The CD function is automatically selected when Disc Skip is pushed. To select a specific disc, press the corresponding DISC (1, 2, 3) button on the front panel or OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER DISC SKIP on the remote control, until the required disc indicator flashes. -
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. OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER • Go to the previous file whenever you press button, if there are over 2 files in the disk. - Page 19 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. •...
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Page 20: 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: JPEG DivX DVD RECEIVER SMART NAVI Something like you Back for good Love of my life More than words Display disappears... -
Page 21: 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: OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW MONO/ST REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE BAND VOLUME TUNING SOUND... -
Page 22: 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 23: 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 OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER ANGLE display. DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW MONO/ST REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE BAND VOLUME... -
Page 24: Repeat Playback
Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). JPEG Press 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 25 To Select a Repeat Playback Mode in the Disc Information Screen Press Cursor button Press INFO button OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER to move to REPEAT twice . DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW MONO/ST PLAYBACK display. REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE BAND •...
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Page 26: A-B Repeat Playback
B Repeat Playback Press REP. A B OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER Press REP. A B at the beginning of DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW at the end of the MONO/ST the section you REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE section. DECK 1/2 want to repeat. TUNER TAPE BAND... -
Page 27: 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 move to the area button. button. you want to enlarge. •... -
Page 28: Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language
Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language Audio Language Selection Function Press Cursor Press INFO button OPEN/CLOSE SLEEP DIMMER buttons or numeric buttons to select the DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW twice. MONO/ST desired audio language. REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE • Depending on the number of languages on a BAND DVD disc, a different audio language (ENGLISH,... -
Page 29: 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 then Chapter display. press ENTER button. 01/05 001/040 0:00:37... -
Page 30: 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. SLEEP DIMMER DISC SKIP... - Page 31 Digest Function You can view 9 JPEG images on the TV screen. Press DIGEST Press Cursor , , , buttons button during to select the desired image and playback. then press ENTER button. • JPEG files will be shown in •...
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Page 32: 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. SLEEP DIMMER Press Cursor , buttons DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW Press MENU button. MONO/ST to move to ‘DISC MENU’ REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE... -
Page 33: 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 34: Setting The Language
Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. Press Cursor SLEEP DIMMER Press MENU button. button to move to DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW ‘Setup’ and then MONO/ST REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE press ENTER button. DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE BAND VOLUME... - Page 35 Press Cursor Press Cursor Press ENTER button to select the button to select the button. desired item and then desired language and then press ENTER button. press ENTER button. • Once the setup is complete, if the language was set to English, OSD will be displayed in English. e code e of MENU...
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Page 36: Setting Tv Screen Type
Setting TV Screen type Press Cursor button to move to Press MENU button. ‘Setup’ and then press ENTER button. SLEEP DIMMER DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW MONO/ST REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE DECK 1/2 TUNER TAPE BAND VOLUME TUNING SOUND TUNER MODE MEMORY Press Cursor Press Cursor... - Page 37 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.
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Page 38: 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 39: 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 40: Setting The Wallpaper
• The power will turn off and turn on TIMER/CLOCK CANCEL DIGEST automatically and back on the display TIMER ON/OFF LOGO SLIDE MODE mode. NTSC/PAL AH59-01379B Select this to set the Select this to set the desired Samsung Logo image as image as your wallpaper. your wallpaper. - Page 41 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.
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Page 42: 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. SLEEP DIMMER DISC SKIP ZOOM... -
Page 43: 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. n to Press Cursor buttons Press the MENU button. to move to ‘Audio’... -
Page 44: Listening To Radio
Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM, MW, (LW),(SW1,2) broadcast stations) by using either the automatic or manual tuning operation. Remote Control Unit Press TUNER/ Tune in to the SLEEP DIMMER BAND button. desired station. DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW MONO/ST... -
Page 45: Presetting Stations
Presetting Stations You can store up to: 15 FM stations 15 FM stations OPTION • FM Frequency Modulation 15 AM stations 5 MW stations • AM(MW) OPTION Medium Wave 5 SW1 stations 15 FM stations • LW Long Wave 5 SW2 stations 8 AM(MW) stations OPTION 7 LW stations... -
Page 46: 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 58. Press the PUSH Press TAPE on Switch the system EJECT ( ) of the the player to on by pressing cassette deck to open select the Tape... - Page 47 Selecting the Cassette Playback Mode Your micro component system has three cassette playback modes which enable you to listen to both sides of a cassette automatically. (Deck 2 only). Press REVERSE MODE until the appropriate symbol is displayed. One side of the selected cassette and then stops. •...
- Page 48 Coping a Cassette(Dubbing) ou can copy a cassette from Deck 1 to Deck 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. •...
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Page 49: 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 50 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 Deck 2. STANDBY/ON. • Press the OPEN/CLOSE button ( •...
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Page 51: 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 Deck 2. -
Page 52: 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 53: 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 54: P.sound/Surround/Sound Mode Function
P.SOUND AND SOUND MODE Function P.SOUND Function Selecting SOUND MODE Your mini-compact system is equipped with the Your mini-compact system is equipped with a function of Power Sound. preset equalizer that allows you to choose the The function of Power Sound amplifies bass and most appropriate balance between treble and improves high key or bass twice as much for you bass frequencies, according to the type of... -
Page 55: 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. SLEEP DIMMER Press SLEEP button. DISC SKIP ZOOM SLOW REPEAT REMAIN SUB TITLE • Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows: DECK 1/2 90 MIN 60 MIN... -
Page 56: Demo Function / Dimmer Function
DEMO Function / DIMMER Function DEMO Function DIMMER Function You can view the various functions available on You can adjust the brightness of the display on the main your system. unit so it won't interfere with your movie viewing. Press DEMO/DIMMER button. Press DEMO/DIMMER button. -
Page 57: Maxx Bass Level Function
MAXX BASS LEVEL Function MAXX BASS Level Function MAXX BASS utilizes the principle of the missing fundamental ,which creates the sensation of low frequencies by generating a carefully calculated series of harmonics designed to simulate the auditory experience caused by the missing fundamental pitch. These harmonics extend the virtual frequency response up to two-third or 1 1 /2 octaves below the physical speaker cutoff frequency without perceived distortion or increased power consumption.MAXX BASS function stresses low tones providing thudding sound effects. -
Page 58: 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 adaptor. Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel. -
Page 59: 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 60: 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 61 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.
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Page 62: 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 63: 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 64: Specifications
Specifications RADIO SW(option) Usable sensitivity 40 dB LW(option) Usable sensitivity 60 dB AM (MW) Signal/noise ratio 40 dB Usable sensitivity 56 dB Total harmonic distortion Signal/noise ratio 55 dB Usable sensitivity 10 dB Total harmonic distortion 0.6 % COMPACT DISC PLAYER Capacity 3 discs Frequency range... -
Page 65: 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 31). Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1181 Frisian 1334 Latvian, Lettish 1506 Slovenian 1028 Abkhazian 1183 Irish... - Page 66 THIS APPLIANCE IS MANUFACTURED BY: AH68-01693B...