AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 1 User’s Manual DVD-V6600K PAL/NTSC www.samsung.
AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 2 Safety Instructions The following illustrations represent precautions. The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. DO NOT OPEN THE DVD-VCR. Refer to service personnel. DO NOT expose the DVD-VCR to extreme temperature conditions (below 5°C and above 40°C) or to extreme humidity conditions (less than 10% and more than 75%). DO NOT expose the DVD-VCR to direct sunlight. DO NOT expose the DVD-VCR to any liquids.
AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 3 Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD-VCR is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos : Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Disc Size DVD VIDEO-CD Max. Playing Time Characteristics Audio + Video 12 Cm Single-sided 240 min. Double-sided 480 min. • DVD contains excellent sound and video due to Dolby Digital and MPEG-2 system. 8 Cm Single-sided 80 min. Double-sided 160 min.
AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 4 Contents VCR KARAOKE Functions Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Disc Type and Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Overviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Front View of the DVD-VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Rear View of the DVD-VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Display Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 5 Overviews Front View of the DVD-VCR 1 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 6 7 2 8 3 9 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 DVD DECK OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON VIDEO CASSETE COMPARTMENT EJECT BUTTON STANDBY/ON BUTTON MIC JACK MIC VOLUME ECHO VOLUME P.SCAN MODE BUTTON 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.
AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 6 Accessories Tour of the Remote Control Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your DVD-VCR.
AFR 6600K ENG 1 27/07/2006 08:40 Page 7 1. DVD,VCR Used to operate DVD, VCR. 24. PLAY/PAUSE ( ) Used to play or pause during playback. 2. STANDBY/ON Used to turn the power on or off. 25. SEARCH ( / ) Used to search forward or backward through a disc. 3. Number buttons 4. KARAOKE SEARCH 5. TIMER Used to activate the timer recording of a programme. 26. PROG/TRK ( / ) Used to adjust picture alignment manually to obtain the best possible picture during playback. 6.
AFR 6600K ENG 2 27/07/2006 08:42 Page 8 Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the S-Video Cable C onnections Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using Audio/Video Cable You can connect your DVD-VCR to the television using the Audio/Video cable if the appropriate input is available on the television. You thus: • Obtain better quality sound and pictures • Simplify the setting up procedure of your DVD-VCR. You will enjoy high quality images.
AFR 6600K ENG 2 27/07/2006 08:42 Page 9 Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the Component Video Cable Your TV must support progressive scan input to allow you to watch component video output. You will enjoy high quality accurate colour reproduction images. Component video seperates the picture element into black and white(Y), blue(Pb), red(Pr) signals to present most clear and clean images.
AFR 6600K ENG 2 27/07/2006 08:42 Page 10 Connecting to an AV amplifier with the digital input jack To take full advantage of the movie theater experience that DVD offers, you may want to connect your DVD-VCR to a complete Surround Sound system, including an A/V Receiver and six Surround Sound speakers. If your A/V receiver is equipped with a Dolby Digital Decoder, you have the option to bypass the DVD-VCR’s built-in Dolby Digital Decoder. Use the Digital Audio Out connection below.
AFR 6600K ENG 2 27/07/2006 08:42 Page 11 Copying From DVD to VCR The DVD-VCR allows you to copy the contents of a DVD to a VHS tape with a press of the COPY button. If the DVD you are attempting to copy is copy protected, you will not be able to copy the disc. It is not permitted to copy Macrovision® encoded DVDs. 1 Insert the disc you wish to copy in the DVD deck and close the drawer. 2 Insert a blank VHS videotape into the VCR deck. 3 Press the COPY button on the DVD-VCR front panel.
AFR 6600K ENG 3 27/07/2006 08:43 Page 12 Setting the Menu Language S ettings 1 Press the MENU button, then press the OK or Setting the Date and Time Your DVD-VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to: • Automatically stop programme recording. • Preset your DVD-VCR to record a programme automatically. You must set the date and time when: • You purchase the DVD-VCR. • Do not forget to reset the time when you change clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
AFR 6600K ENG 3 27/07/2006 08:43 Page 13 V CR F unctions r Selecting the Colour Mode Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the required system standard. Otherwise, the system automatically selects the reception standard when you select AUTO. • When playing back a cassette, the standard is automatically selected by the DVD-VCR. • When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this DVD-VCR make a setting on the colour system according to your TV.
AFR 6600K ENG 3 27/07/2006 08:43 Page 14 Auto Power Off Screen Messages This feature automatically turns off your DVDVCR if no signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected time. Your DVD-VCR displays most information both the DVD-VCR and the television. You can choose to display or hide this information on the television screen (If you configure the Screen Message to Off, the Fast Forward and Rewind messages will not be displayed on the screen.
AFR 6600K ENG 3 27/07/2006 08:43 Page 15 Selecting the Cassette Type Selecting the Recording Speed If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. You can record a cassette at two different speeds: • SP (Standard Play) • LP (Long Play) In Long Play modes: • Each cassette lasts twice as long • The recording is of a slightly lower quality 1 Press the MENU button, then press the or button to select VCR.
AFR 6600K ENG 3 27/07/2006 08:43 Page 16 Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder You can copy a cassette to your DVD-VCR from another video source, such as another VCR or a Camcorder etc. • It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form without the permission of the owners of the corresponding copyright. 1 Connect the output jack of your external devices to the LINE IN 1 on rear of the DVDVCR. 2 Insert a blank cassette in your DVD-VCR.
AFR 6600K ENG 4 27/07/2006 08:52 Page 17 P laying Back Playing a Cassette This function allows you to play any prerecorded cassette. 1 Switch on both the television and your DVD-VCR. 2 If the safety tab on the cassette is removed, the cassette is played automatically. • When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking). • When playing a cassette, if the end of the tape is reached, the cassette is rewound automatically.
AFR 6600K ENG 4 27/07/2006 08:52 Page 18 Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame You can • Stop the cassette at a given frame (image) • Advance one frame at a time No sound is heard when playing back frame by frame. Searching for a Specific Sequence Each time you record a cassette on this DVDVCR, an “index” is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a specific index and start playback from that point.
AFR 6600K ENG 4 27/07/2006 08:52 Page 19 4 When an Index mark is found the DVD-VCR End Search Use this feature when you want to search for a blank position to record a program on a cassette. The VCR will fast forward, searching for a blank position, and then automatically stop at that position. If the VCR reaches the end of the tape during end search, the tape will be ejected. 1 Press the SEARCH button. The VCR Function menu is displayed. Press the or button to select End Search.
AFR 6600K ENG 4 27/07/2006 08:52 Page 20 Using the Tape Counter The tape counter: • Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (Hours, Minutes and Seconds). • Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR. • Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily. • If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you must indicate the type of cassette being used. 1 Insert a cassette in your DVD-VCR.
AFR 6600K ENG 4 27/07/2006 08:52 Page 21 V CR K ARAOKE F unctions Using the KARAOKE Function (VCR) 1 Press the STANDBY/ON button and insert KARAOKE tape. 2 Connect Mic into MIC1 or MIC2 jack. Then the KARAOKE mode is transferred “ON” mode. KARAOKE SEARCH Function (VCR) 1 Press the STANDBY/ON button and insert KARAOKE tape. 2 Press the KARAOKE button on the remote control. Press the ¥ or buttons to select the KARAOKE mode “ON”. 3 Press the ll button to start playing the cas- sette.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 22 D VD F unctions Setting Up the Language Features If you set disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, it will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. Using the Audio Language 1 Press the MENU button in the stop mode. Press the or button to select DVD, then press the OK or button. DVD Setup SETUP DVD Using the Disc Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button in the stop mode.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 23 Using the Subtitle Language 1 Press the MENU button in the stop mode. Press the or button to select DVD, then press the OK or button. Setting Up the Audio Options 1 Press the MENU button in the stop mode. Press the or button to select DVD, then press the OK or button.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 24 2 Press the or button to select Display DTS • Off: Doesn’t output digital signal. • On: Outputs DTS Bitstream via digital output only. Select DTS when connecting to a DTS Decoder. Setup, then press the OK or button. Display Setup TV Aspect : 4:3 L-Box Black Level : Off NTSC Disc Output : PAL60 Dynamic Compression • On: To select dynamic compression. • Off: To select the standard range.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 25 NTSC Disc Output “NTSC” if the screen only has one NTSC-video entrance. If this is not the case, you can choose to leave “PAL60” as is. The Re-enter Password menu is displayed to confirm the password. Create Password Setting Up the Parental Control The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 26 Changing the Password 7 Press the or button to select Change password. Parental Setup Use Password : Yes Rating Level :1 Change Password DivX(R) Registration Please use your registration code to register this DVD-VCR with the DivX(R) Video On Demand service. This will allow you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX(R) Video On Demand format. To learn more go to www.divx.com/vod. 1 Press the MENU button in the stop mode.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 27 Firmware Upgrade How to make an update disc Please read the below information before update procedure. Write the downloaded file onto a blank CD-R disc, using the following settings. 1 The following events may interrupt the update 1 Download the software update file from the procedure and may result in permanent damage to DVD-VCR. • Unplugging the power cord. • Power outage. • Dirt or Scratch in the discs. • Open a tray door during processing.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 28 3 ERASE and WRITE appears in turn at the same location for about 40 sec during firmware update. ERASE RETR 00 Special Playback Features During DVD/VCD/CD playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the ll button. Still 4 It will be displayed DONE if the update is completed successfully. DONE RETR 00 Press the ll button during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 29 Stop/Resume • Press the ■ button once to stop playback. To resume the DVD/VCD/CD from the point where the disc stopped, press the ll button. • Press the ■ button twice to completely stop playback. The next time you press the ll button, the disc will start over from the beginning. Note • Slow motion operates only in the forward direction. Slow motion is not available for CD.
AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 30 To access the desired title when there is more than one in the disc. For example, if there is more than one movie on a DVD, each movie will be identified. A DVD may contain several different titles. For example, if a disc contains four different movies, each might be considered a title. Most of DVD discs are recorded in chapters so that you can quickly find a specific passage.
) AFR 6600K ENG 5 27/07/2006 08:54 Page 31 If you are using a 4:3 TV Selecting the Subtitle Language For 16:9 aspect ratio discs - 4:3 Letter Box Displays the content of the DVD title in 16:9 aspect ratio. The black bars will appear at the top and bottom of the screen. - 4:3 Pan Scan The left and right portions of the screen are cut off an the central portion of the 16:9 screen is displayed. - Screen Fit The top and bottom portions of the screen are cut off and a full screen appears.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 32 Selecting the Audio Language Zoom Multiple language/audio setup options, such as Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Pro Logic or LPCM 2 Channel audio are available on some DVDs. You can use the AUDIO button to quickly view and select the options available on a disc. 1 During playback, press the MENU button. 1 During playback, press the AUDIO button. Press the or button to select FUNC, then press the OK or button. The Function menu is displayed.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 33 Marks Repeat Chapter/Title Up to three Bookmarks can be inserted for a given DVD/VCD, allowing you to quickly jump to your favorite scene or song. You can repeat a single chapter or a complete title. 1 During playback, press the MARK button. 1 Press the REPEAT button while in playback mode to open the repeat menu. The current repeat mode is displayed. 2 Press the ¥ or button to select Chapter/Title. Press the OK button to repeat the current chapter/Title.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 34 A to B Repeat A to B Repeat feature enables you to repeat the designated section on a DVD or VCD/CD. To activate, mark where to start (A) and where to end (B) of the section you want to watch. 1 Press the REPEAT button while in playback mode, then press the ¥ or button to select A-. Cancel A-B Repeat 1 Press the REPEAT button to open the repeat menu. 2 Press the ¥ or button to selected Off, then press the OK button.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 35 MP3/WMA Play CD-R MP3/WMA discs If you insert an MP3/WMA Disc into the DVD-VCR, you can see the folder directory. When playing CD-R/MP3 or WMA discs, please follow all the recommendations for CD-R above, plus the comments below: Your MP3 or WMA files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 or WMA files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac. These two formats are the most widely used.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 36 Program & Random Play (CD/MP3/WMA) PROGRAM RANDOM You can listen to songs randomly or in the desired sequence. Program Play Press the ¥ or button to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. PROGRAM RANDOM RETURN OK 2 Press the /,¥/ buttons to select the first track to add to the program. Press the OK button. The selection numbers are displayed in the Program Order box.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 37 Note • If no buttons on the remote control are pressed for 10 seconds, the menu bar will disappear. Press the DISC MENU button on the remote control to display the menu bar. Album Mode Press the ¥ or button to select . Press the OK button. The 3 icons are displayed for time interval. Photo : 1/215 Press the ¥ or button to select Press the OK button. The album mode is displayed. Album Slide show .
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 38 DivX/MPEG4 Playback 1 When the disc is inserted, the file structure of the disc will be shown. Depending on the file format, a different icon will appear next to each file. The and files will have been highlighted. Use or button to select the movie file, and then press OK or ll. Result : When the 'Reading Index......' message is displayed, wait for a second or two. The movie will be played back.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 39 5 Zoom During play, press the MENU button on the remote control. Then press the or button to select the FUNC , then press the OK or button. The Function menu is displayed. Function SETUP DVD Function VCR Function DVD D VD K ARAOKE F unctions Using the KARAOKE Function (DVD) 1 Press the STANDBY/ON button and insert KARAOKE cd. VCR 2 Connect Mic into MIC1 or MIC2 jack. FUNC OK RETURN MENU • Press the or button to select DVD Function.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 40 Key Control (DVD) Reserving a Song (DVD) 1 Playback the Karaoke Disc containing the It is the function to reserve the desired song in advance by use of Karaoke function. wanted songs. Press the KARAOKE button or KEYCON button. 2 Press the ¥/ buttons to select Keycon, then press the OK button. Sequence of reservation 1 Playback the Karaoke Disc containing the wanted songs. Press the KARAOKE button.
AFR 6600K ENG 6 27/07/2006 08:55 Page 41 Vocal Function SCORE Function 1 When pressing the KARAOKE button twice, this screen displays. 1 Press the KARAOKE button on the remote control. 2 Press the corresponding or buttons to select the SCORE mode. • In VCD, SVCD or CD, you can select only the R, L or Off. ↓ VOCAL FADER Remark V1 CH1. Vocal Cancel ↓ V2 CH2. Vocal Cancel ↓ V1V2 CH1, CH2. Vocal Cancel ↓ OFF Vocal Fader Off SCORE mode “ON”.
AFR 6600K ENG 7 27/07/2006 08:56 Page 42 Technical Specifications General Rated voltage AC 110 - 240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption 19Watts Weight 3.9 Kg Size 430mm X 282mm X 82mm Operating ambient temperature +5°C ~ +40°C Installation conditions Operation position : Horizontal, Relative humidity : Below 75% Input Output VCR DVD Video input (Rear) RCA Jack : 1.
AFR 6600K ENG 7 27/07/2006 08:56 Page 43 Troubleshooting Guide (VCR) Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the below instructions, note: • The model and serial number on the rear of your DVD-VCR. • The warranty information. • A clear description of the problem. Then contact your nearest SAMSUNG after-sales service. Problem Solution No power ◆ Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet.
AFR 6600K ENG 7 27/07/2006 08:56 Page 44 Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Problem Disc does not play. Solution Page ◆ Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side facing up. ◆ Check the region number of the DVD. ◆ This DVD-VCR cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. Insert a DVD, or a CD. P3 ◆ 5.1 channel sound is reproduced only when the following conditions are met.: 1) The DVD-VCR is connected with the proper amplifier. 5.1 channel sound is not 2) The disc is recorded with 5.1 channel sound.
AFR 6600K ENG 7 27/07/2006 08:56 Page 45 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Region North America Latin America Europe CIS Country CANADA MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA JAMAICA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP.
AFR 6600K ENG 7 27/07/2006 08:56 Page 46 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. ☎ 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) / www.samsung.
