Page 2 - Safety Warnings
1 Safety Warnings CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION-INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK...
Page 3 - Precautions; PREP
2 Precautions Ensure that the AC power supply in your house complies with the identification sticker located on the back of your player. Install yourplayer horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (3~4inches). Make sure the ventilation slotsare not co...
Page 4 - Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions 3 READ INSTRUCTIONSAll the safety and operating instructions should beread before the appliance is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONSThe safety and operating instructions should beretained for future reference. HEED WARNINGSAll warnings on the appliance and in the operatinginstruction...
Page 6 - Features; Dolby Pro Logic II
Features 5 Multi-Disc Playback & AM/FM Tuner The HT-DS140 combines the convenience of multi-disc playback capability, including DVD, CD, MP3-CD, CD-R/RW, and DVD-R/RW, with a sophisticated AM/FM tuner, all in a single player. Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II is a new form of multi-channel a...
Page 7 - Contents
6 PREP ARA TION Contents PREPARATION Safety Warnings..................................................................................................................................................................1Precautions ............................................................................
Page 8 - Notes on Discs; Do not use the following types of disc!; Copy Protection; Playable Discs
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) offers fantastic audio and video, thanks to Dolby Digital surround sound and MPEG-2 video compression technology. Now you can enjoy theserealistic effects in the home, as if you were in a movie theater or concert hall. V I D E O DVD players and the discs are coded by reg...
Page 9 - 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 discsmay not be playable. • Use a 650MB/74 minute CD-R. Avoid CD-R media, as they may not be playable. • If possible, do not use CD-RW (Rewritable) media, as they may not be playable. • ...
Page 10 - Description; —Front Panel—
9 Description DSP TITLE CHAP PRGM S T TUNED kHz MHz LINEAR PCM MPEG L C R SW LS S RS DOLBY DIGITAL indicator PRO LOGIC indicator TITLE indicator PROGRAM indicator STEREO indicator CHAPTER indicator TUNER indicator DSP indicator RADIO FREQUENCY indicator System Status Display SPEAKER indicator DTS Di...
Page 11 - Accessories; —Rear Panel—
10 PREP ARA TION OPEN/CLOSE DVD TUNER AUX EZ VIEW SLOW SUB TITLE STEP PL II RETURN MEN U INFO M U T E MODE ENTER SO UN D E DIT TES T T ON E SLEEP LOGO DIGEST SLIDE MODE CANCEL ZOOM TU NE R M EM OR Y PL II EFFECT VOLUME DSP/EQ REPEA T BAND MO/ST REMAIN DIMMER P.S CA N TUNING Audio Cable (AH39-40001U)...
Page 12 - —Remote Control—
11 Description OPEN/CLOSE DVD TUNER AUX EZ VIEW SLOW SUB TITLE STEP PL II RE TU RN MEN U INFO MUTE MODE ENTER SOUND EDIT TEST TONE SLEEP LOGO DIGEST SLIDE MODE CANCEL ZOOM TUNER MEMORY PL II EFFECT VOLUME DSP/EQ REPEAT BAND MO/ST DIMMER REMAIN TUNING PL II MODE button VOLUME button MENU button TV, D...
Page 13 - Insert Remote Batteries; Range of Operation of the Remote Control
To open the remote control cover, push thetop of the cover, then slide downward. 12 Insert Remote Batteries The remote control can be used up to approximately 23feet/7 meters in a straight line. It can also be operated ata horizontal angle of up to 30° from the remote controlsensor. Range of Operati...
Page 14 - Selecting the Listening Position; Connecting the Speakers
RS LS C L SW R Rear Speakers• Place these speakers behind your listening position. • If there isn't enough room, place these speakers so they face each other. • Place them about 60 to 90cm (2 to 3 feet) above your ear, facing slightlydownward. * Unlike the front and center speakers, the rear speaker...
Page 15 - Back of the Speakers; CONNECTIONS
• Make sure the colors of the speaker terminalsmatch the colors of the connecting plugs. • Insert the black wire into the black(–) terminal and the gray wire intothe gray (+) terminal. • Make sure the polarities (+ and –)are correct. Black Press down the terminaltab on the back of thespeaker. 1 Inse...
Page 16 - Connecting the Video Out to TV
Connecting the Video Out to TV 15 Composite Video (Good Quality) Connect the supplied video cable from the VIDEO OUT jack on the back panel of thesystem to the VIDEO IN jack on your television. S-Video (Better Quality) If you television is equipped with an S-Video input, connect an S-Video cable (no...
Page 17 - Function; Selecting the Video Format
16 CONNECTIONS P.SCAN (Progressive Scan) Function Unlike regular Interlace Scan, in which two fields of picture information alternate to create theentire picture (odd scan lines, then even scan lines), Progressive Scan uses one field ofinformation (all lines displayed in one pass) to create a clear ...
Page 18 - Connecting External Components; Connecting an External Digital Component
Press AUX on the remote control to select ‘DIGITAL IN’. • Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows: DIGITAL IN ➝ AUX . • You can also use the FUNCTION button on the main unit.The mode switches as follows: DVD/CD ➝ DIGITAL IN ➝ AUX ➝ FM ➝ AM . Connecting External Components C...
Page 19 - Connecting an External Analog Component
Press AUX on the remote control to select AUX. • Each time the button is pressed, the selection changes as follows: DIGITAL IN ➝ AUX . • You can also use the FUNCTION button on the main unit.The mode switches as follows: DVD/CD ➝ DIGITAL IN ➝ AUX ➝ FM ➝ AM . Connect Audio In on the DVD player to Aud...
Page 20 - Connecting the Antennas; Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75; FM antenna connection
Connecting the Antennas 19 Connect the FM antenna supplied to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL terminal as a temporary measure. Slowly move the antenna wire around until you find a location where receptionis good, then fasten it to a wall or other rigid surface. FM antenna connection 12 FM Antenna (supplied) 1p~...
Page 21 - Cooling Fan; Connect the AM loop antenna supplied to the AM and terminals.; AM antenna connection
The cooling fan dissipates the heat generated inside the unit so that the unit can be operatednormally. The cooling fan is activated automatically to supply cool air to the unit. Please observe the following cautions for your safety. • Make sure the unit is well-ventilated. If the unit has poor vent...
Page 22 - Disc Playback; TV Broadcast System
21 Disc Playback 2 Load a disc. • Depending on the content of the disc, the initial screen may appear different. 1 Press OPEN/CLOSE button toopen the disc tray. 3 Press OPEN/CLOSE buttonto close the disc tray. • Place a disc gently into the tray with thedisc’s label facing up. Note • This device is ...
Page 23 - In Stop mode, use
22 OPERA TION • Depending on the recording mode, some MP3-CDs may not play. • Table of contents of a MP3-CD varies depending on the MP3 track formatrecorded on the disc. Note MP3-CD Playback Data CDs (CD-R, CD-RW) encoded in MP3 format can be played. 2 In Stop mode, use to select the album, and then...
Page 24 - JPEG File Playback; Slide Mode; Place the JPEG disc on the disc tray.; Press SLIDE MODE button.
JPEG File Playback Images captured with a digital camera or camcorder, or JPEG files on a PC can bestored on a CD and then played back with this DVD player. Slide Mode JPEG 23 Place the JPEG disc on the disc tray. • Each time the button is pressed, the slide moves backward or forward. Press to skip ...
Page 25 - Digest Function; To view the previous or next image with 9 windows, press .; OPERA
Rotate/Flip Function button: Flip Vertically button: Flip Horizontally button: Rotate 90°Counterclockwise button: Rotate 90° Clockwise Digest Function 2 Press Cursor , , , buttons to select the desired image andthen press ENTER button. 1 Press DIGESTbutton duringplayback. • JPEG files will be shown ...
Page 26 - Displaying Disc Information
Displaying Disc Information You can view disc playback information on the TV screen. Press INFO button. • Each time the button is pressed, the display changes as follows: DVD The information display disappears from the screen The information display disappears from the screen The information display...
Page 27 - Checking the Remaining Time; Each time the REMAIN button is pressed; Press the REMAIN button.
26 Checking the Remaining Time TRACK REMAIN TOTAL ELAPSED TOTAL REMAIN TRACK ELAPSED CHAPTER REMAIN TITLE REMAIN CHAPTER ELAPSED TITLE ELAPSED Each time the REMAIN button is pressed Press the REMAIN button. • For checking the total and remaining time of a title or chapterbeing played. DVD CD MP3 TRA...
Page 28 - Fast Playback; Press and hold .; 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: Press SLOW button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the playback speed changes as follows: Slow Playback DVD 27 DVD CD MP3 1p~36p(DS140)-Sea...
Page 29 - Skipping Scenes/Songs; Briefly press .; Playing Frame by Frame
Skipping Scenes/Songs 28 DVD Briefly press . • Each time the button is pressed briefly during playback, the previous or next chapter, track, ordirectory (file) will be played. T I T L E 0 1 / 0 5 C H A P T E R 0 0 2 / 0 4 0 T I T L E 0 1 / 0 5 C H A P T E R 0 0 4 / 0 4 0 OPERA TION • During fast pla...
Page 30 - Repeat Playback; To Select a Repeat Playback Mode in the Disc Information Screen
Repeat Playback Repeat playback allows you to repeatedly play a chapter, title, track (song), or directory (MP3 file). 29 DVD CD MP3 JPEG Press REPEAT button. • Each time the button is pressed during playback, the repeat playback mode changes as follows: DVD CD MP3 JPEG CHAPTERRepeatedly plays the s...
Page 32 - Angle Function
31 Angle Function This function allows you to view the same scene in different angles. DVD 2 Press Cursorbutton to move toANGLE ( )display. 1 Press INFO button. 1/3 • Each time the button is pressed, the angle changes as follows: 3 Press Cursor , or numeric buttons toselect the desired angle. 2/3 3/...
Page 33 - Zoom Function; Aspect Ratio; Press EZ VIEW button.
32 Zoom Function This function allows you to enlarge a particular area of the displayed image. Zoom (Screen Enlarge) Function DVD Aspect Ratio DVD 2 Press Cursor , , , buttons to move to the areayou want toenlarge. 1 Press ZOOMbutton. • Each time the button is pressed, thezoom level changes as follo...
Page 34 - Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language; Audio Language Selection Function; Subtitle Language Selection Function
33 Selecting Audio/Subtitle Language • Depending on the number of languages on aDVD disc, a different audio language(ENGLISH, SPANISH, FRENCH, etc.) isselected each time the button is pressed. 2 Press Cursor ,buttons or numericbuttons to select thedesired audio language. 1 Press INFO buttontwice. SP...
Page 35 - Moving Directly to a Scene/Song; Moving to a Title/Track; Press Cursor , buttons; Moving to a Chapter
34 Moving Directly to a Scene/Song • The selected file will be played. • An MP3 or JPEG disc cannot be movedfrom the disc information screen. • When playing an MP3 or JPEG disc, youcannot use , to move a folder. To move a folder, press (Stop) andthen press , . MP3 JPEG 2 Press Cursor , buttonsor num...
Page 36 - 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. DVD 35 2 • When you select the disc menu that is notsupported by the disc, the " This menu is not supported " message appears on the screen. 1 In Play mod...
Page 37 - Using the Title Menu; Press MENU button to exit the setup screen.
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. 2 Press Cursor ,button to move to‘Title Menu’. DVD 1 In Stop mode,press MENUbutton. 3 Press ENTERbutton. • The title...
Page 38 - Setting the Language; Press RETURN button to return to the previous level.
37 Setting the Language OSD language is set to English by default. 2 1 In Stop mode,press MENUbutton. Press Cursorbutton to move to‘Setup’ and thenpress ENTER button. Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU button to exit the setup screen. 37P~66P(DS140)-Sea 9/15/04 6:11 PM P...
Page 39 - SETUP
38 * If the language you selected isnot recorded on the disc, menulanguage will not change evenif you set it to your desiredlanguage. Selecting the OSD Language Selecting the Audio Language (recorded on the disc) 4 • Once the setup is complete, if the language wasset to English, OSD will be displaye...
Page 40 - Setting TV Screen type
39 Setting TV Screen type Depending on your TV type (Wide Screen TV or conventional 4:3 TV), you can select theTV's aspect ratio. 2 1 4 3 In Stop mode,press MENUbutton. Press Cursorbutton to move to‘Setup’ and thenpress ENTER button. • Once the setup is complete, you willbe taken to the previous scr...
Page 41 - WIDE; Adjusting the TV Aspect Ratio (Screen Size)
40 SETUP The horizontal to vertical screen size ratio of conventional TVs is 4:3, while that of wide screen and highdefinition TVs is 16:9. This ratio is called the aspect ratio. When playing DVDs recorded in differentscreen sizes, you should adjust the aspect ratio to fit your TV or monitor. ✱ For ...
Page 44 - Setting the Password
2 1 Press MENU button. Press Cursorbutton to move to‘Setup’ and thenpress ENTER button. 43 Setting the Password Y o u c a n s e t t h e p a s s w o r d f o r t h e P a r e n t a l ( r a t i n g l e v e l ) s e t t i n g . • The password is set to "7890" by default. Note 37P~66P(DS140)-Sea 9/...
Page 46 - Setting the Wallpaper
45 Setting the Wallpaper While watching a DVD or JPEG, CD, you can set the image you like as background wallpaper. DVD JPEG • “ COPY LOGO DATA ” will be displayed on the TV screen. • The selected wallpaper will bedisplayed. • You can repeat Steps 1 and 2 toset up to 3 wallpapers. 2 1 4 3 During play...
Page 47 - To Change the Wallpaper
46 SETUP 2 1 3 In Stop mode,press MENUbutton. Press Cursorbutton to move to‘Setup’ and thenpress ENTER button. Press Cursorbutton to move to‘LOGO’ and thenpress ENTER button. To Change the Wallpaper 5 4 Press MENUbutton to exit thesetup screen. Press to selectthe desired ‘USER’,and then pressENTER. ...
Page 48 - Setting the Speaker Mode
2 1 4 3 Setting the Speaker Mode Signal outputs and frequency responses from the speakers will be automatically adjustedaccording to your speaker configuration and whether certain speakers are used or not. In Stop mode,press MENUbutton. Press Cursorbutton to move to‘Audio’ and thenpress ENTER button...
Page 49 - Setting the Test Tone; Press TEST TONE button.
Setting the Test Tone Use the Test Tone feature to check the speaker connections and to adjust the speaker levels. L: Front Speaker (L) C: Center Speaker SW: Subwoofer R: Front Speaker (R) LS: Rear Speaker (L) RS: Rear Speaker (R) Press RETURN button to return to the previous level. Press MENU butto...
Page 50 - Setting the Delay Time; Setting up the Speaker Delay Time
Setting the Delay Time If the speakers cannot be placed at equal distances from the listening position, you can adjust thedelay time of the audio signals from the center and rear speakers. 49 Setting up the Speaker Delay Time When 5.1CH Surround Sound is played, you can enjoy the best sound ifthe di...
Page 52 - Setting the Audio Quality; When adjusting the audio quality using the setup screen
51 Setting the Audio Quality Y o u c a n a d j u s t t h e b a l a n c e a n d l e v e l f o r e a c h s p e a k e r . 2 1 4 3 In Stop mode,press MENUbutton. Press Cursor button to move to‘Audio’ and then pressENTER button. Press Cursor buttonto move to ‘SOUNDEDIT’ and then pressENTER button. Press ...
Page 53 - When manually adjusting with the SOUND EDIT button; Adjusting Front Speaker Balance
• The adjustments will appear on the main unit, not on your TV screen. Adjusting Front/Rear Speaker Balance • You can select between 00 and –06 and OFF. • The volume decreases as you move closer to –6. Adjusting Center/Rear/Subwoofer Speaker Level • The volume level can be adjusted in steps from +6d...
Page 54 - Setting the DRC
53 Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression) Y o u c a n u s e t h i s f u n c t i o n t o e n j o y D o l b y D i g i t a l s o u n d w h e n w a t c h i n g m o v i e s a tl o w v o l u m e a t n i g h t . 1 2 In Stop mode, pressMENU button. Press Cursor button tomove to ‘Audio’ and thenpress EN...
Page 56 - Dolby Pro Logic II Mode; Press PL II MODE button.
55 Dolby Pro Logic II Mode Y o u c a n s e l e c t t h e d e s i r e d D o l b y P r o L o g i c I I a u d i o m o d e . Press PL II MODE button. PRO LOGIC II • MUSIC: When listening to music, you can experience sound effects as if you are listening to the actual performance. • CINEMA: Adds realism ...
Page 57 - Dolby Pro Logic II Effect; Press the PLII EFFECT
56 Dolby Pro Logic II Effect This function works only in Dolby Pro Logic MUSIC mode. 1 2 • You can select between 0 and 7. • You can select between 0 and 6. 3 4 • PANORAMA: This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting "wraparound" effect with side...
Page 58 - Listening to Radio; R e m o t e C o n t r o l U n i t
57 Listening to Radio You can listen to the chosen band (FM, AM broadcast stations) by using eitherthe automatic or manual tuning operation. 2 1 • The selection toggles backand forth between "FM" and"AM" each time theTUNER(BAND) button ispressed. Tune in to thedesired station. Press ...
Page 59 - Presetting Stations; RADIO OPERA
58 Presetting Stations To tune in to a preset station, press on the remote control to select a channel. • Refer to Step 2 on page 57 toautomatically or manually tune into a station. 2 1 • Each time the button is pressed,the band switches between "FM" and "AM". TITLE CHAP PRGM RDS RT ...
Page 60 - Convenient Functions; To confirm the sleep timer setting, press SLEEP button.; Sleep Timer Function
59 Convenient Functions • The remaining time before the DVD player will shut itself off is displayed. • Pressing the button again changes the sleep time from what you have setearlier. To confirm the sleep timer setting, press SLEEP button. • "SLEEP" will be displayed. Each time the button is...
Page 61 - Adjusting Display Brightness; Mute Function; MISCELLANEOUS
60 • Each time the button is pressed, the brightness changes asfollows: SLIGHTLY DARK ➞ DARK ➞ BRIGHT . Adjusting Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the display on themain unit so it won't interfere with your movie viewing. Press DIMMER button. • ‘MUTE’ flashes in the display. • To ...
Page 62 - Before Calling for Service; Disc tray does not open.; Sound is not produced.; Symptom
61 Before Calling for Service Refer to the chart below when this unit does not function properly. If the problem you are experiencing is notlisted below or if the instruction below does not help, turn off the unit, disconnect the power cord, and contactthe nearest authorized dealer or Samsung Electr...
Page 64 - Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
63 Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Holdthe disc by the edges so that fingerprints will notget on the surface.Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. Do not keep indirect sunlight Keep in a coolventilated area Keep in a cleanProtection jacket.Store vertically. When you get fingerprints or...
Page 65 - Specifications
64 Specifications Power Consumption Weight Dimensions (W x H x D) Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range Usable Sensitivity S/N Ratio Distortion Usable Sensitivity S/N Ratio Distortion Composite Video Component Video S-VIDEO Front speaker output Center speaker output Rear speaker outpu...
Page 66 - Notes on Terminology
Notes on Terminology 65 Recorded onto some DVD discs are scenes which have been simultaneously shotfrom a number of different angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from theleft , from the right , etc.). With such discs, the Angle button can be used to change the angle of view forspecific sc...
Page 67 - SAMSUNG DVD PLAYER
MISCELLANEOUS SAMSUNG DVD PLAYER LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product, as supplied and distributed by Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SAMSUNG) and delivered new, in the originalcarton to the original consumer purchaser, is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing de...
