00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page a MULTI SYSTEM VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SV-2000M Owner’s Instructions
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 1 Quick Look-Up Guide GB To record a Program now Insert the cassette. To record a Program and let it stop automatically Insert the cassette. Select the program by pressing the PROGbuttons ( or ) on the remote control. To record a Program when you’re away Insert the cassette. Press the Q-PRO button on the remote control.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 2 Contents (cont.) Contents GB GB ◆ FOREWORD ■ ■ Safety Instructions......................................................................................... Getting Started.............................................................................................. 4 5 ◆ REWINDINGAND FAST-FORWARDING ■ ■ ■ ◆ VCR OVERVIEWS ■ ■ ■ ■ Front View of the VCR...................................................................................
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 4 Safety Instructions Getting Started GB GB The following illustrations represent the precautions to be taken when using this video cassette recorder. The lightning flash with the arrowhead in the triangle is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product. DO NOT OPEN THE VCR. Thank you for purchasing a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (VCR). Together with your VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 6 Display Indicators Front View of the VCR GB GB 2 RECORD BUTTON STANDBY/ON BUTTON REC.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 8 Worldwide TV Color System Multi-System VCR GB GB Many countries have different TV signal formats, with no exchangeability between them. This makes it impossible to play back or record tapes with different signal formats. Comparison of TV color systems NTSC Number of scanning lines Field frequency Line frequency Color signal modulation system Color signal frequency Burst signal ☛ ➢ NTSC4.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 10 Deciding How to Connect Your VCR Connecting Your VCR to the TV GB GB You must take into account various factors when deciding how to connect your various audio and/or video systems. ◆ Types of connectors available on your systems. To receive television programs from an over-the-air or cable television network, a signal must be received from one of the following sources. ◆ An outdoor antenna. ◆ An indoor antenna. ◆ A cable television system.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 12 Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control USER SET Setting GB GB You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: ◆ purchase the video cassette recorder ; or ◆ find that the remote control is no longer working correctly. 1 1 Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB1 9/8/56 12:10 PM Page 14 Setting the Date and Time Setting the VCR RF out System GB GB Your VCR contains a 24H clock and calendar used to: ◆ preset your VCR to record a program automatically. 1 You must set the date and time when: ◆ you purchase the video cassette recorder; or ◆ the power supply remains off for more than 1 hours. ☛ CLOCK SET O K ◆ Do not forget to reset the time when you change clocks from standard to daylight savings time and vice versa.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB2 9/8/56 12:11 PM Page 16 Setting the RF OUT CHANNEL Presetting the Stations Automatically GB GB The initial setting of the RF OUT channel is CH60. In order to view signals from the RF out connector on your TV, you must set the RF OUT channel on the VCR matches the TV channel. 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Result: The MAIN menu is displayed. 2 Press the Result: or button to select installation. The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB2 9/8/56 12:11 PM Page 18 Presetting the Stations Manually GB Clearing a Preset Station Your VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts. It can also receive cable television broadcasts. You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can be done: ◆ automatically (see page 17) ; or ◆ manually.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB2 9/8/56 12:11 PM Page 20 Changing the Preset Station Table Selecting the Cassette Type GB GB You can rearrange the preset TV stations according to your own preferences program number assigned to the station.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB2 9/8/56 12:11 PM Page 22 Stopping a Recording Temporarily Recording a Program GB GB Before recording a program, you must have preset the corresponding channel (unless you are recording via an external video source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 17 and 18. 1 2 To monitor the program being recorded, select the television AV input. 3 Insert the cassette on which the program is to be recorded. Result: The VCR is switched on automatically.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB2 9/8/56 12:11 PM Page 24 Using the Timer Programming Feature Checking a Preset Recording GB GB The Timer Programming feature enables you to preset the VCR to record a program up to one month before it is to be broadcast. Up to six programs can be preset.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB3 9/8/56 12:12 PM Page 26 Receiving Stereo Broadcasts Playing a Cassette GB GB STEREO 1 3 The VCR can receive and record stereo broadcasts. The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi linear tracks on the tape. 1 2 Press the AUDIO button on the remote control or AUDIO OUT button in the front panel to select stereo. You can also select left, right or mono. This function enables you to play back any pre-recorded cassette. 1 Switch on both the television and your VCR.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB3 9/8/56 12:12 PM Page 28 Intelligent Picture Control Selecting the COLOR SYSTEM Mode GB GB Intelligent picture control feature allows you to adjust the sharpness of the image automatically according to your own preferences. 1 ➢ 1 ** PICTURE IPC : ON/OFF: PICTURE IPC : To adjust the sharpness manually, press the IPC mode OFF . 3 Press the or button until the PICTURE is displayed according to your preferences.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB3 9/8/56 12:12 PM Page 30 Adjusting Picture Sharpness Rewinding and Fast-forwarding a Cassette GB GB The Picture Sharpness feature enables you to adjust the sharpness of the image according to your own preferences. 1 1 During playback, press the PICTURE button in the front panel. Result: The picture bar appears. 2 Press the and buttons on the remote control or the front panel until the picture is adjusted to your liking.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB3 9/8/56 12:12 PM Page 32 Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame Searching for a Specific Sequence GB GB You can: Each time you record a cassette on this VCR, an “index” is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. ◆ stop the cassette at a given frame (image) ; and ◆ advance one frame at a time. ➢ 2,3 1 No sound is heard when playing back frame by frame. 1 Press the PLAY ( 2 Press the P/Still button ( ) to stop the tape at a given frame.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB4 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 34 Auto Repeat Play Using the Tape Counter GB GB You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from beginning to end. END: MENU AUTO POWER OFF :OFF REPEAT PLAY :OFF NO. OF INTERVAL REPEAT : 5 ◆ indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (hours, minutes and seconds) ; ◆ is reset when a cassette is inserted in the VCR ; and 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Result: The programming menu is displayed.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB4 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 36 Using the Assemble Edit Function Connecting Other Equipment to Your VCR GB GB This function enables you to start a new recording at a specific position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene change. 2 1 Insert the cassette to be edited in your VCR. 2 Press the PLAY button ( 3 When you reach the position from which you wish to start the new recording, press the P/STILL button ( ).
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB4 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 38 Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder Hi-Fi Audio System GB GB You can copy a cassette on your Samsung VCR from another video source such as another VCR or a camcorder. ☛ 1 2 Connect the VCR from which the cassette is to be copied to the appropriate RCA audio and video input connectors on the front of your Samsung VCR, as indicated on page 39. ➢ 4 If the other video source does not supply stereo sound, connect only the left audio input (L).
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB5 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 40 Audio Dubbing a Pre-recorded Cassette Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control Your VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and compatible brands. GB With the Audio Dubbing function, you erase the previously recorded sound and replace it with a new soundtrack from: ◆ a CD player ; ◆ a microphone connected to a sound system ; or ◆ a cassette player. To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB5 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 42 Auto Power Off Technical Specifications GB GB The Auto Power Off feature automatically turns off your VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected time. 1 EASY OPERATION 2 Recording system Press the MENU button on the remote control. Result: The MAIN menu is displayed. Chrominance signal down converted phase shift recording system (NTSC, PAL).
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB5 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 44 Problems and Solutions Glossary of Terms GB GB Before contacting Samsung authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. Problem Explanation/Solution No power. ◆ ◆ Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet. Have you pressed the VCR STANDBY/ON button? You cannot insert a video cassette. ◆ ◆ A video cassette can only be inserted with the window side up and the safety tab facing you.
00872A SV-2000M/xev-GB5 9/8/56 12:13 PM Page 46 World Broadcast Systems International Service Network GB GB SYSTEM ● Head Office (Korea) SECAM PAL NTSC B/G ITEM Country D/K N M Brazil Bahamas Afghanistan China Argentina Barbados Albania, Algeria Korea Paraguay Bermuda Australia (North) Uruguay I B/G D/K Angola Egypt Bulgaria Botswana Iran CIS (USSR) Hong Kong Iraq Congo Bolivia Austria, Azores South Africa Lebanon Czech Republic Cambodia Bahrain Zanzibar Lesotho
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