Brand: SAMSUNG
Category: Other
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for DVD-V5600/DVD-V6600
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:11 p.m.
Warranty Information
This product is warranted for twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase against defective materials and workmanship.
Getting Started
Safety Instructions: Follow precautions to avoid damage or injury. Do not open the unit, expose to liquids, extreme temperatures, or direct sunlight. Unplug during storms.
Disc Type and Characteristics: Understand playable disc types (DVD, VIDEO-CD, AUDIO-CD) and their characteristics. Note limitations for CD-ROM, CD-I, DVD-ROM, and recordable discs.
Connections: Connect DVD-VCR to TV via RF, SCART, Audio/Video, S-Video, or Component cables. Connect to A/V receivers.
Settings
Tuning: Tune your television for RF cable use. Set date and time for recording functions. Preset TV stations automatically or manually.
VCR Functions: Select color mode, NICAM settings, adjust picture sharpness (Intelligent Picture Control), and set Auto Power Off.
DVD Functions
Playback: Playback DVDs, VCDs, CDs, MP3/WMA files, and JPEG images. Utilize special playback features like Zoom, Still, Frame Advance, Slow Motion, and Repeat modes.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| No power | Check power plug connection. Press STANDBY/ON. |
| Cannot insert video cassette | Insert with window side up and safety tab facing you. |
| TV programme not recorded | Check aerial connections and tuner settings. Check safety tab on cassette. |
| Timer recording unsuccessful | Check STANDBY/ON activation. Re-check times. Power interruption may cancel recording. |
| Cannot see normal broadcasts | Check tuner or external setting. Check TV or VCR aerial connections. |
| Noise bars or streaks on playback | Press TRK (△ or ▽) to minimize. This may depend on tape condition. |
| Still picture has severe "noise bars" | Press TRK (△ or ▽) during slow motion to minimize. |
| Video Head Cleaning | Clean only if poor pictures appear on multiple cassettes. Follow instructions with cleaning cassette. Incorrect cleaning can damage heads. |
| Tuning TV to DVD-VCR issue | Remove aerial plug, perform tuning, set VCR output channel, replace aerial plug, re-tune TV. Repeat if necessary. |
| Problem | Solution | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Disc does not play. | Ensure label side up. Check region number. Cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs. | P3 |
| 5.1 channel sound not reproduced. | Connect to proper amplifier. Disc must be 5.1 channel. Check for "5.1 ch" mark. Ensure audio system is connected. | P12, P34~35 |
| The icon appears on screen. | Features restricted by software, unavailable, or requested item out of range. | P33~48 |
| Playback mode differs from Setup menu. | Some Setup functions may not work if disc is not encoded with the corresponding function. | P33~37 |
| Screen ratio cannot be changed. | Screen ratio is fixed on DVDs. | P35 |
| No audio. | Select correct Digital Output in Audio Options Menu. | P34 |
| Forgot password. | Press STANDBY/ON with no disc for 5 seconds. Power off/on. Reset rating and password. | P36~37 |
| Other problems. | Check instruction book, follow procedures. Contact service center if unresolved. | - |