02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 1 COMBI VISION COMBINED COLOUR TELEVISION and VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 2 Safety Instructions GB The following illustrations represent the precautions to be taken when using and moving your COMBI VISION. 35° 10% H 5° 75% H NEVER OPEN THE TELEVISION ☛ Displaying any stationary images that exceed the long time, it can cause uneven aging of picture tubes (CRTs) that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the television picture.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 3 You have just purchased a SAMSUNG COMBI VISION combined colour television and video cassette recorder. Please take the time to read these instructions, as they will enable you to set up your COMBI VISION easily. Contents FOREWORD ■ ■ Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... Caution ..........................................................................................................
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 4 Contents (cont.) GB USING THE VCR FUNCTION (cont.) ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Using the Crystal Playback.............................................................................. Adjusting the Picture Quality during Playback ................................................. Adjusting the Picture Contours ........................................................................ Selecting the Type of Cassette Tape..........................................................
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 5 Connecting the Aerial or Cable Television Network To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the set from one of the following sources: ◆ An outdoor aerial ◆ A cable television network Plug the aerial or cable network input cable into the socket at the bottom of the television’s rear panel. ➢ If you wish to subscribe to a cable network, contact your local dealer.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 6 Connecting Other Video Equipment GB ➢ The A/V connector is used for equipment with an RGB output, such as VCRs, video games, video disc players, camcorders and personal computers. ➀ SCART cable REAR OF THE TELEVISION ➢ VCR Video game Video disc player Camcorder Some A/V devices shown on the right panel are option. ➀ This end can be fitted with a SCART connector. ➢ The RCA connectors are used for equipment, such as VCRs or camcorders.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 7 Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: ◆ Purchase the television ◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly 1 Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing the symbol downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it. 2 Insert two R03, UM4, “AAA” 1.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 8 Automatic Degaussing to Remove Colour Patches GB A degaussing coil is mounted around the picture tube so that external degaussing after moving the receiver is normally unnecessary.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 9 Becoming Familiar with the Menu System The most common functions are assigned a specific button on the remote control. To avoid having too many buttons on the remote control however, the other functions can be selected by displaying one of two menus: V.MENU MUTE P ◆ Television menu MENU ◆ VCR menu The television menu contains options and is displayed by pressing MENU ( ). Option Function PICTURE Used to adjust the contrast, bright, sharpness and color.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 10 Selecting a Menu Option To select a menu or sub-menu option, follow the procedure below. GB V.MENU MUTE 1 P Press MENU ( Result: MENU P DISPLAY ). The corresponding menu is displayed. 2 Press P ▲ or ▼ one or more times until the required option is displayed. 3 To display the possible values of an option or its sub-menu, press + or -. ➢ P.STD To move around a sub-menu and select the required function, press P ▲ or ▼.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 11 Choosing Your Language When you start using your television for the first time, you must select the language in which the various menus and indications are displayed. REC TRK 1 EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR Press the LANG.SEL button. Result: The list of available languages is displayed. 2 Press P ▲ or ▼ one or more times until the required language is selected. 3 When you are satisfied with your choice, press LANG.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 12 Setting the Date and Time GB V.MENU Your COMBI VISION contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to: MUTE ◆ Preset the VCR to record up to six programmes automatically over a period of one month P ◆ Switch the set on or off automatically at a specific time MENU You must set the date and time when: ◆ You purchase the COMBI VISION P DISPLAY ◆ The power supply is switched or cut off P.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 13 Storing the Stations Automatically (depending on the model) You can scan the frequency ranges available on your television and in your country and store all the stations found automatically. If you have a dual tuner model, the stations are stored for both tuners at the same time (television and VCR). INPUT The stations are stored in the order in which they appear in the frequency bands.
02255A_eng1_mono 6/29/04 10:42 AM Page 14 Sorting and/or Clearing the Stored Channels V.MENU The Sort operation enables you to reassign programme numbers to previously stored stations or to clear stations that you will never watch. This operation is often required after you have stored the stations automatically. You need only keep the stations that you wish to watch. MUTE P MENU 1 Select the station to be assigned a new programme number, using the numeric buttons or the P ▲ or ▼ buttons.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 15 Changing Stations Once you have stored the channels on your COMBI VISION, you can select them easily via your remote control. V.MENU MUTE P To switch... Press... To the next station P ▲. To the previous station P ▼. To the station of your choice The appropriate numeric button(s); see the section below for further details. Repeatedly between the last two stations displayed PRE-CH ( MENU P P 02 DISPLAY P.STD ) as many times as you require. Pre.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 16 Storing the Stations Manually V.MENU You can store up to 100 television stations, including those received via the cable network. If you have a dual tuner model, the stations are stored for both tuners at the same time (television and VCR).
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 17 Storing the Stations Manually (cont.) 5 When the station to be stored appears on the screen, select the NEW PR. option by pressing P ▲ or P ▼ the required number of times. 6 Enter the programme number to be assigned to the channel using the numeric, + or - buttons. 7 Press MEMORY ( Result: 8 ) to store the station. :STORE is displayed briefly in red. CURRENT PR. NEW PR. NAME SEARCH FREQUENCY AFT :STORE ADJUST : : : : : : P O P 1 - - - - 192.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 18 Adjusting the Picture and Storing Your Preferences Several settings are available on your television to enable you to control the quality of the picture: ◆ Contrast, Bright, Sharpness, Colour. PICTURE : CUSTOM CONTRAST 90 BRIGHT 50 SHARPNESS 50 COLOR 50 ADJUST SELECT 1 Press MENU ( ). Result: The television menu is displayed. 2 Select the PICTURE option by pressing the + button. Result: The picture adjustment options are displayed.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 19 Adjusting the Volume Proceed as follows to adjust the volume via the remote control. To... Hold down the... Increase the volume + V.MENU MUTE P . Result: A horizontal bar is displayed and the volume increases until you release the button. The cursor moves to the right to indicate the volume. Decrease the volume ➢ . Result: A horizontal bar is displayed and the volume decreases until you release the button.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 20 Setting the Combi Vision to Switch On Automatically You can set your COMBI VISION to switch on automatically every day and stop after one hour if none of its functions are used. ➢ MENU PICTURE TUNE SETUP --:-- ADJUST SETUP PANEL LOCK ON TIMER SELECT EXIT : OFF : ON GB ADJUST TIME DATE SELECT : 15:07 : 06/04/00 EXIT 1 Press MENU ( 2 Select SETUP by pressing the P ▲ or ▼ buttons the required number of times. 3 Press the + button.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 21 Setting the Sleep Timer You can select a time period of between 15 and 180 minutes after which the television automatically switches to Standby mode. 1 Press the SLEEP button ( 2 If the timer is... A Already set The remaining time before the television switches to Standby mode. Not yet set 00. 3 REC ) once to display the current timer setting. TRK EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR symbol is displayed, followed by...
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 22 Displaying Information on the Screen You can display various types of information on the screen to help you use your COMBI VISION: MENU ◆ Television mode: - Selected programme P DISPLAY REC - Time (displayed for about 4~6 seconds) P.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 23 Cassette Types and Recording Speeds (Option) Only use high-quality VHS cassettes with your VCR. Cassettes can be of different lengths. You can also record a cassette at two different speeds: ◆ SP (Standard Play) ◆ LP (Long Play) - option In Long Play mode: ◆ Each cassette lasts twice as long ◆ The recording is of a slightly lower quality Type Recording Time (in SP) Type E-30 E-60 E-120 E-180 E-240 E-300 30 mins. or 1/2 hour 60 mins. or 1 hour 120 mins.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 24 Selecting the Video Standard (depending on the model) ➢ This function is not available on UK model. To play back a cassette correctly, the appropriate video standard must be selected. VCR MENU RECORD PROGRAMME REPEAT : PICTURE : TAPE SELECT : V.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 25 Using the Crystal PlayBack Press CRYSTAL PB to compensate a poor rental tape. 1 Insert a tape and press PLAY. 2 Press the CRYSTAL PB button on the remote control, and then CRYSTAL PB option is displayed with Off. 3 To activate (to On) the feature, press the CRYSTAL PB button again. ➢ ◆ The Crystal Playback (IPC) activates only when a tape is being played. CRYSTAL PB Off REC EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP TRK LANG.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 26 Selecting the Type of Cassette Tape If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. VCR MENU RECORD PROGRAMME REPEAT : PICTURE : TAPE SELECT : V.SYSTEM : ADJUST OFF NORMAL E180/T120 AUTO SELECT 1 Press V.MENU ( 2 Select the TAPE SELECT option by pressing the P ▲ or ▼ buttons the required number of times. 3 Press + or - to select type of cassette tape.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 27 Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame You can: ◆ Stop the cassette on a given frame (image) ◆ Advance one frame at a time V.MENU ➢ 1 2 3 No sound is heard when playing back a cassette frame by frame. MUTE P MENU Press: ◆ PLAY ( ) to start playing the cassette ◆ P/S ( ) to stop the tape on a given frame ◆ P/S ( ) again to advance frame by frame P DISPLAY When playing back frame by frame, interference may occur on the screen.
02255A_eng2_mono 6/29/04 10:45 AM Page 28 Recording a Programme Directly Before recording a programme, you must have stored the corresponding channel. If you have not done so, refer to page 13 or 16 for more details. ➢ INPUT ◆ If you have 1 tuner model, you cannot record one programme while watching another. ◆ If you have dual tuner model, you can record one programme while watching another. 1 Pre. V.MENU MUTE Result: P MENU DISPLAY REC P.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 29 Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop This function enables you to record up to four hours of programmes. The VCR unit stops automatically after the requested length of time. 1 Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded, with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening covered with adhesive tape.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 30 Using the Feature (depending on the model) TM Before presetting your VCR unit: REC TRK EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR ◆ Check that the language, date and time are correct (if the clock has not been set, the Date/Time Setting function is activated automatically) ◆ Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded (safety tab intact) TV/TEXT Up to six programmes can be preset. 1 Press the VIDEOPLUS button.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Using the 7 TM Page 31 Feature (depending on the model) If necessary, modify the stop time in the same way. When you are satisfied, press the P ▼ button. 8 If necessary, modify the date on which the recording is to take place. When you are satisfied, press the P ▼ button. ➢ The month is displayed automatically, as follows. If the day entered is... Before the current date The next month is displayed.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 32 Setting the VCR Unit to Record ... V.MENU This function enables you to preset the VCR unit to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset. MUTE P You must provide the following information on the broadcast to be recorded: ◆ Programme number MENU ◆ Recording speed (LP option) P ◆ Start time DISPLAY P.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 33 ... a Programme Automatically 7 Specify the stop time. When you are satisfied, press the P ▼ button. 8 Indicate the date on which the recording is to take place. When you are satisfied, press the P ▼ button. ➢ The month is displayed automatically, as follows. If the day entered is... Then... Before the current date The next month is displayed. The same as or after the current date The current month is displayed.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 34 Checking a Preset Recording You can check your preset recordings: VCR MENU RECORD PROGRAMME REPEAT : PICTURE : TAPE SELECT : V.SYSTEM : ADJUST PR.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 35 Using the Tape Counter to Search for a Sequence 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 VCR unit ◆ Enables you to find the beginning of a sequence easily DISPLAY REC TRK 1 Insert a cassette in your VCR unit. 2 Press DISPLAY ( Result: ➢ 3 P.STD EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR ).
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 36 Using the Indexes to Search for a Sequence REC TRK EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR Each time you record a cassette, an “index” is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. The Search function enables you to fast-forward or rewind to a specific index and start playback from that point. Depending on the direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows: ➝ Prev seq. etc. 2 ➢ Pre. V.MENU MUTE P Seq.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 37 Repeating Playback of a Sequence or Cassette This function enables you to play back: ◆ The whole cassette ◆ A specific sequence on the cassette You can specify any length between 1 minute and 59 minutes. 1 Press V.MENU ( 2 Select the REPEAT option by pressing P ▼. 3 To... Press the + button one or more times to select... Repeat the whole cassette ALL. Go to Step 5. Repeat a specific sequence 0~0:00. Go to Step 4. Deactivate the function OFF.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 38 Teletext Feature (depending on the model) Most television channels provide a written information service via Teletext.
02255A_eng3_mono 6/29/04 10:47 AM Page 39 Displaying the Teletext Screen You can display Teletext information at any time on your television screen. ☛ V.MENU For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be good; otherwise: MUTE P ◆ Information may be missing MENU ◆ Some pages may not be displayed P To activate the Teletext mode and display the contents page, follow the instructions below.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 40 Selecting a Teletext Page You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. V.MENU MUTE 1 Enter the three-digit page number given in the contents, by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. P Result: MENU 2 P DISPLAY REC P.STD EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR If the selected page is linked with several secondary pages, the secondary pages are displayed in turn.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 41 Storing Teletext Pages You can store up to eight times four Teletext pages, that is 32 pages, to display them later at leisure. REC ➢ The button is used to switch between the: ◆ LIST mode (L displayed on the status line) ◆ FASTEXT mode (F displayed on the status line) TRK EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR TV/TEXT 1 If you are in FASTEXT mode, select the LIST mode by pressing .
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 42 Using the Buttons on the Front Panel If your remote control no longer works or you have lost it, you can perform the following operations using the controls on the front panel of the television: ◆ Channel storage (Auto Programming Only) ◆ Channel selection ◆ Volume adjustment ◆ Cassette playback, recording, rewinding, fast-forwarding and ejecting INPUT Pre. V.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 43 Connecting Earphones You can connect a set of earphones to your television if you wish to watch a television programme without disturbing the other people in the room. 1 Plug a set of earphones into the 3.5 mm mini-jack socket on the front (or side) of the television. Result: 2 The sound is heard through the earphones and the television’s loudspeakers are inhibited.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 44 Before Contacting the After-sales Service Before contacting the SAMSUNG after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer. Problem GB Explanation/Solution No sound or picture ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Normal picture but no sound ◆ Check the volume. ◆ Check whether the volume MUTE button ( remote control.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 45 Technical Specifications The descriptions and characteristics given in this booklet are given for information purposes only and are subject to modification without notice.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 46 Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only) IMPORTANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 47 SCART Connector Wiring If you wish to connect other equipment via the SCART connector on your COMBI VISION, contact your dealer or a qualified technician to wire the AV cable as illustrated below.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 48 Using Your Combi Vision Abroad You can use your COMBI VISION in many countries. Each country has its own broadcasting standard. Refer to the following table to determine in which countries you can use it.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 49 Glossary To help you understand the main technical terms used in this booklet and take full advantage of the features on your COMBI VISION, here are a few definitions. Tuner Element in the set used to decode the signals received via the aerial or cable TV. The tuner can only receive one broadcast at a time, but your COMBI VISION may contain two tuners (depending on the model) to enable you to watch one programme while recording another.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 50 Front View of Your Combi Vision (depending on the model) ➣ Buttons and markings are subject to change.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 51 Rear View of Your Combi Vision SCART AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTOR 75 Ω COAXIAL CONNECTOR FOR AERIAL/CABLE NETWORK ? 51
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 52 Teletext Control Buttons (Teletext Option Only) INPUT Pre. V.MENU MUTE P NEXT PAGE MENU P PREVIOUS PAGE DISPLAY REC INDEX RECALL P.STD EJECT P/S CRYSTAL PB INDEX MEMORY SLEEP LANG.SEL CLEAR S.MODE STORED PAGE LINE SELECTION TRK PAGE STORAGE PAGE FREEZE HIDE TELETEXT PAGE LIST/FASTEXT MODE SELECTION REVEAL HIDDEN TEXT S.
02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 53 Infrared Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext) INPUT POWER/STANDBY BUTTON AV INPUT SELECTION NUMERIC BUTTONS ONE/TWO-DIGIT CHANNEL NUMBER SELECTION PREVIOUS CHANNEL TOGGLE Pre. VCR STOP VCR PLAY VCR REWIND VCR MENU DISPLAY VCR FAST-FORWARD V.MENU MUTE P NEXT CHANNEL VOLUME DECREASE TELEVISION MENU DISPLAY VOLUME INCREASE MENU PREVIOUS CHANNEL P INFORMATION DISPLAY TEMPORARY SOUND SWITCH-OFF DISPLAY P.
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02255A_eng4_mono 6/29/04 10:52 AM Page 56 THIS APPLIANCE IS DISTRIBUTED BY ELECTRONICS AA68-02255A (ENG)