Samsung HT-X30 / HT-TX35 Digital Home Cinema System
Instruction Manual
Key Features
- Multi-Disc Playback & FM Tuner: Supports DVD-AUDIO, DVD-VIDEO, CD, MP3-CD, WMA-CD, DivX, CD-R/RW, and DVD±R/RW discs. Includes a sophisticated FM tuner.
- DVD-Audio Compatible: Delivers high-quality audio performance with a 24-bit/192kHz DAC for exceptional dynamic range and detail.
- USB Host Support: Enjoy media files (pictures, movies, music) from MP3 players, digital cameras, or USB memory sticks.
- Dolby Pro Logic II: Advanced multi-channel audio signal decoding technology.
- DTS (Digital Theater Systems): Delivers full-frequency 5.1 channel sound.
- TV Screen Saver Function: Displays Samsung logo after 3 minutes of inactivity, switching to Power Saving mode after 20 minutes.
- Power Saving Function: Automatically shuts off after 20 minutes in Stop mode.
- Customized TV Screen Display: Set a favorite image as a background wallpaper.
- Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Function: Allows control of the Home Theater using a Samsung TV remote via HDMI connection.
Connections
The system offers various connection options for speakers, external components, and your TV:
- Speaker Connections: Connect front, center, rear, and subwoofer speakers using provided terminals, ensuring correct polarity (red to +, black to -). Diagrams illustrate placement for optimal listening.
- Wireless Rear Speaker Connection: An optional wireless receiving module (SWA-3000) and TX card can be purchased for wireless rear speaker setup.
- Video Output to TV: Supports multiple connection methods: HDMI (best quality), Component Video (better quality), SCART (better quality), and Composite Video (good quality).
- HDMI Function: Allows digital video and audio transmission. Supports resolution selection (576p, 720p, 1080i).
- Audio Connections: Supports analog audio input via AUX 1 (front panel) and AUX 2 (rear panel), and digital audio input via OPTICAL.
- FM Antenna Connection: Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM 75Ω COAXIAL Jack for radio reception.
Operation
Disc Playback
Basic playback functions include opening/closing the disc tray, loading discs, play, pause, stop, and fast/slow playback. The system supports various disc types and playback modes like repeat and A-B repeat.
Media File Playback
- MP3/WMA-CD Playback: Supports MP3/WMA files in ISO 9660 or Joliet format. Specific file naming conventions and bit rates apply.
- JPEG File Playback: View JPEG images from CDs. Supports Slide Mode, Digest Function, and Rotate/Flip functions.
- DivX Playback: Supports DivX video files (.AVI, .ASF) with specific version and format requirements. Includes Subtitle Display and Zoom functions.
- USB Host Feature: Connect USB devices (MP3 players, cameras, flash drives) to play media files. Supports FAT 16/32 file systems.
Playback Functions
Various functions enhance the playback experience:
- Displaying Disc Information: View details like track number, elapsed time, and audio/subtitle languages.
- Checking Remaining Time: Monitor title, chapter, group, or track remaining/elapsed time.
- Fast/Slow Playback: Adjust playback speed.
- Skipping Scenes/Songs: Navigate between chapters, tracks, or files.
- Repeat Playback: Repeat chapters, titles, tracks, groups, or entire discs.
- A-B Repeat Playback: Repeatedly play a designated section of a DVD.
- Step Function: Move playback frame by frame.
- Angle Function: Switch between different camera angles on supported discs.
- Zoom Function: Enlarge specific areas of the image.
- EZ VIEW Function: Removes black bars from widescreen content.
- Bonus Group: Access special content on some DVD-Audio discs.
- Navigating Pages: Browse still images on DVD-Audio discs.
- Audio Language Selection: Choose from available audio tracks on a disc.
- Subtitle Language Selection: Select desired subtitle language.
- Moving Directly: Jump to specific titles, chapters, or tracks using numeric input.
- Disc Menu / Title Menu: Access disc-specific menus for settings and content.
Setup
Customize your system's settings:
- Setting the Language: Change OSD, Audio, Subtitle, and Disc Menu languages.
- Setting TV Screen Type: Adjust aspect ratio (4:3 PS, 4:3 LB, WIDE/HDTV) for optimal display on your TV.
- Setting Parental Controls (Rating Level): Restrict playback of content based on rating. A default password '7890' is used.
- Setting the Password: Change the parental control password.
- Setting the Wallpaper: Customize the background image displayed on screen.
- DVD Playback Mode: Select between DVD VIDEO and DVD AUDIO playback for DVD-Audio discs.
- DivX (R) Registration: Register the player for DivX video on demand services at www.divx.com/vod.
- Speaker Mode: Adjust speaker settings (SMALL/NONE) based on connected speakers.
- Setting the Delay Time: Calibrate audio delay for speakers to ensure synchronized sound.
- Setting the Test Tone: Check speaker connections by playing a test tone through each speaker.
- Setting the Audio: Adjust speaker volume and balance using the SOUND EDIT function.
- Setting the DRC (Dynamic Range Compression): Balances loud and quiet sounds for better night listening.
- Setting the AV SYNC: Adjust audio delay to match video, especially with digital TVs.
- Setting the HDMI Audio: Toggle audio output via HDMI to TV speakers or home theater speakers.
- Sound Field (DSP)/EQ Function: Select sound modes (ROCK, POP, CLASSIC, STUDIO, CLUB, HALL, MOVIE, CHURCH, PASS) to optimize audio for music genres or environments. Available in STEREO mode.
- Dolby Pro Logic II Mode: Choose between MUSIC, CINEMA, PRO LOGIC, MATRIX, and STEREO modes for enhanced surround sound.
- Dolby Pro Logic II Effect: Adjust PANORAMA, C-WIDTH, and DIMENS settings for MUSIC mode.
Miscellaneous
Listening to Radio
Tune into FM stations, preset favorite stations, and utilize RDS (Radio Data System) for station information and program types. Supports Automatic and Manual Tuning.
Convenient Functions
- Sleep Timer Function: Set the system to automatically shut off after a specified time.
- Adjusting Display Brightness: Control the brightness of the front panel display.
- Mute Function: Temporarily silence audio output.
Operating a TV with the Remote Control
The included remote can control Samsung TVs by entering a specific TV Brand Code. A list of codes is provided.
Troubleshooting
A guide to common issues and their remedies, including disc playback problems, sound issues, remote control malfunctions, and radio reception problems. Includes instructions for resetting the system.
Cautions on Handling and Storing Discs
Guidelines for proper disc handling and storage to prevent damage and ensure optimal performance.
Language Code List
A list of language codes used for initial setup of audio, subtitle, and disc menus.
USB Host Feature Supported Products
Lists compatible digital cameras, USB flash drives, and MP3 players for use with the USB host feature.
Specifications
Technical specifications for the HT-X30 and HT-TX35 models, including power consumption, dimensions, speaker impedance, frequency response, and output levels.
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE
Contact information for Samsung customer care centers across various regions for support and inquiries.