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Samsung HT-P38 User Manual

Samsung HT-P38
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DIGITAL HOME
THEATER SYSTEM
HT-P38
Instruction Manual
AH68-01701R
V I D E O
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
SERVICE DIVISION
400 Valley Road, Suite 201
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
www.samsung.com
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Samsung HT-P38 Specifications

Audio Performance IconAudio Performance
Usable Sensitivity (Front)10 dB
S/N Ratio (Front)60 dB
Distortion (Front)0.5 %
Speaker Output IconSpeaker Output
Front Speaker Output134 W x 2
Center Speaker Output134 W
Rear Speaker Output134 W x 2
Subwoofer and Frequency IconSubwoofer and Frequency
Subwoofer Speaker Output130 W
Frequency Range20 Hz - 20 kHz
Channel Separation50 dB

Summary

Safety Warnings

Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, including electrical safety, laser classification, and environmental factors.

General Safety Instructions

Explains safety symbols and general warnings for operation and maintenance.

Detailed Safety Instructions

General Usage Guidelines

Covers placement, ventilation, power cord protection, cleaning, and lightning protection.

Electrical and Installation Safety

Details safety regarding power lines, polarization, grounding, and accessories.

Product Handling and Servicing

Instructions on product handling, replacement parts, and safety checks.

Product Features

Multi-Disc Playback & FM Tuner

Combines multi-disc playback with AM/FM tuning capabilities for versatile audio options.

DVD-Audio Compatibility

Highlights the player's compatibility with high-quality DVD-Audio for superior sound.

Dolby Pro Logic II Technology

Explains the multi-channel audio decoding technology for enhanced surround sound.

DTS Digital Sound

Describes DTS audio format for immersive 5.1 channel surround sound.

Screen Saver and Power Saving

Features that automatically reduce power consumption and protect the screen.

Customizable TV Screen Display

Allows users to set personal images as wallpaper for the TV screen.

Disc Handling and Compatibility

Disc Recording Formats

Details acceptable recording formats for CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and JPEG discs.

Playable Disc Types

Lists compatible disc types and their playback specifications.

Disc Usage Warnings

Important notes on incompatible discs, copy protection, and regional codes.

System Description

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Identifies and explains the controls and indicators located on the front of the main unit.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Details the ports and connectors available on the rear of the main unit for external connections.

Included Accessories

Lists the various accessories provided with the home theater system.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Layout and Functions

Identifies and explains the buttons and features of the remote control unit.

Remote Control Range and Usage

Specifies the operational range, angles, and battery requirements for the remote.

Speaker Setup and Connections

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Provides instructions for positioning front, center, rear speakers, and subwoofer.

Connecting Speaker Wires

Details how to connect speaker wires to the main unit and speakers.

Video Output Connections

Connecting to Your TV

Explains three methods (Composite, S-Video, Component) for connecting the system to a TV.

Progressive Scan (P.SCAN) Function

Explains how to enable progressive scan for improved picture quality on compatible TVs.

External Component Connections

Connecting Digital and Analog Components

Guides on connecting external digital and analog audio/video devices.

Antenna Connections for Radio

Provides instructions for connecting FM and AM antennas for optimal radio reception.

Initial Setup and Operation

Powering Up and Mode Selection

Step-by-step guide to initially power on and select modes for the home theater system.

Remote Control TV Operation

Details how to use the remote to control both the TV and the Home Theater system.

Disc Playback Terminology

Defines key terms related to disc playback such as titles, chapters, tracks, and files.

Disc Playback Operations

Loading and Starting Disc Playback

Step-by-step guide to load discs and initiate playback automatically.

Selecting a Specific Disc

Explains how to select individual discs from the changer using direct buttons.

Playback Control Functions

Details how to stop, pause, and resume playback of discs.

Media File Playback

MP3-CD Playback Guide

Instructions for playing MP3-encoded CDs, including navigation and playback.

Viewing Disc Information

Explains how to display playback details like file type, track number, and time on the TV screen.

Image File Playback

JPEG Slide Show Mode

Guides on playing JPEG files as a slideshow with various transition effects.

Digest and Rotate/Flip Functions

Explains features for viewing multiple images at once and rotating/flipping them.

DivX Video Playback

DivX Navigation and Playback Control

Covers skipping, fast playback, 5-minute skips, and zoom functions for DivX files.

Subtitle and Audio Selection

Explains how to manage subtitle display and audio tracks for DivX content.

DivX Format Information

Provides details on DivX technology, supported formats, and captioning.

USB Host Feature

Playing Media Files via USB

Guides on connecting and playing music and image files from USB storage devices.

USB File Navigation and Playback

Covers skipping, fast playback, and stopping playback of USB media files.

Playback Time and Navigation

Checking Remaining Time

Instructions on using the REMAIN button to check title or chapter playback duration.

Adjusting Playback Speed

Details how to control playback speed using fast and slow motion functions.

Skipping Scenes and Songs

Explains how to navigate between chapters, tracks, or files during playback.

Playback Repeat Functions

Standard Repeat Playback

Explains how to set repeat modes for chapters, titles, tracks, folders, or the entire disc.

A-B Repeat Playback

Details how to set a specific start and end point for repetitive playback on DVDs.

Advanced Playback Functions

Step, Angle, and Zoom Functions

Controls for frame-by-frame playback, viewing different camera angles, and enlarging images.

EZ VIEW Function

Adjusts picture settings to remove black bars or fit the screen.

Disc Content Navigation

Bonus Content and Image Browsing

Accessing bonus groups and navigating still images on DVD-Audio discs.

Audio and Subtitle Language Selection

Guides on selecting preferred audio tracks and subtitles for DVD playback.

Direct Navigation and Menus

Direct Scene/Song Access

Guides on navigating directly to titles, tracks, chapters, or specific playback times.

Using Disc and Title Menus

Explains how to use disc-specific menus and title menus for playback options.

System Setup and Customization

Setting On-Screen Display Language

Instructions to change the OSD language for menus and system messages.

Language Options for Disc Content

Guides on selecting audio, subtitle, and disc menu languages based on disc content.

Display and Aspect Ratio Settings

Setting TV Screen Type

Guides on selecting the appropriate aspect ratio (16:9 or 4:3) for your TV.

Adjusting TV Aspect Ratio

Explains how to fit DVD content to your TV screen size, including Letterbox and Pan&Scan.

Parental and Security Settings

Setting Parental Control Rating Level

Restricts playback of DVDs based on their content rating.

Setting and Managing the Password

Guides on setting, changing, or resetting the parental control password.

Personalization Settings

Setting Custom Wallpaper

Instructions for setting a desired image as the background wallpaper.

Managing Saved Wallpaper Settings

Guides on selecting from previously saved wallpaper configurations.

Playback Modes and Speaker Configuration

DVD Audio vs. DVD Video Playback

How to select playback mode for discs containing both DVD-Audio and DVD-Video content.

Setting Speaker Modes

Adjusts audio output based on speaker configuration and usage.

Audio Setup and Calibration

Setting Speaker Delay Times

Adjusts audio delay for center and surround speakers to match listening position.

Speaker Placement Considerations

Provides distance guidelines for optimal center and surround speaker placement.

Audio Calibration Tools

Using the Test Tone Feature

Checks speaker connections by playing a test tone through each speaker.

Dynamic Range Compression (DRC)

Adjusts audio volume dynamics for clearer sound at low listening levels.

Speaker Audio Adjustment

Audio Setup via Screen Menu

Guides on adjusting speaker balance and levels through the setup menu.

Manual Sound Editing Controls

Details manual adjustment of speaker balance, center, rear, and subwoofer levels.

Audio Synchronization and Sound Modes

AV SYNC Adjustment

Synchronizes audio delay with video for digital TV connections.

Sound Field (DSP)/EQ Function

Selects preset sound modes (e.g., POP, ROCK, MOVIE) to enhance audio experience.

Dolby Pro Logic II Features

Selecting Dolby Pro Logic II Modes

Allows selection of different audio modes like MUSIC, CINEMA, PRO LOGIC, MATRIX, STEREO.

Dolby Pro Logic II Effect Adjustments

Fine-tunes effects like Panorama, C-Width, and Dimension for Pro Logic II MUSIC mode.

Radio Operation

Tuning Radio Broadcasts

Guides on manually or automatically tuning FM and AM radio stations.

Presetting Radio Stations

Instructions on saving favorite radio stations to memory for quick access.

Convenience Features

Sleep Timer and Mute Functions

Manages automatic power-off and temporary audio silencing.

Display Brightness and Headphone Use

Adjusts display brightness and provides instructions for headphone usage.

Remote Control TV Integration

Operating Your TV with the Remote

Instructions on how to program the remote to control a television.

TV Brand Code Directory

A list of codes used to match the remote control to various TV brands.

Troubleshooting Guide

Disc Playback and Sound Issues

Solutions for problems like disc tray issues, no playback, no sound, or sound from few speakers.

Video, Remote, and Connectivity Problems

Troubleshooting steps for video display, remote control, radio reception, and system errors.

Settings and Password Issues

Solutions for forgotten passwords and inaccessible menus or aspect ratio settings.

Disc Care and Language Settings

Disc Handling and Storage Precautions

Guidelines for safely handling and storing discs to ensure optimal performance.

Language Code Reference List

A comprehensive list of numerical codes for various languages used in disc settings.

Product Specifications

General and Audio/Video Specifications

Details power, dimensions, operating conditions, and video/audio signal specifications.

Speaker and Power Output Specifications

Lists speaker impedance, frequency response, output power, and weight of components.

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