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LTN1785W
LT-P1795W
1-800-SAMSUNG(1-800-726-7864)
U . S . A
Samsung Electronics America
Service Division
400 Valley Road, Suite 201
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
www.samsungusa.com
Canada
Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
Samsung Customer Care
7037 Financial Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 6R3
www.samsung.ca
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
BN68-00437Y-02
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- Page 1 U . S . A Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 www.samsungusa.com Canada Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung Customer Care 7037 Financial Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6R3 www.samsung.ca This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
- Page 2 8/12/04 3:20 PM Page 1 Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Digital Ready TV: When you select the regular screen (4:3) mode to watch an SD-grade digital broadcast (and the set-top box output is 480p).
- Page 3 8/12/04 3:20 PM Page 2 • Integrated Digital TV (Wide-screen): When the TV receives SD-grade (regular) broadcasting signals (receives 480p regular signals). • Digital Ready TV (wide-screen): digital TV: When the TV receives SD-grade (regular) broadcasting signals (with a set-top box). •...
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Page 4: Safety+Contents 10/14/03 5:49 Pm
00.Safety+Contents 10/14/03 5:49 PM Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. - Page 5 WARNING: To prevent damage which may result in fire or As an ENERGY STAR Partner. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Page 3 This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside.
- Page 6 Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven LCD aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. [Note] If a still image is displayed for an extended period of time, residual images or blurring may appear.
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Page 7: Fcc Information
Number 004-000-00345-4. The party responsible for product compliance: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:... -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
00.Safety+Contents 10/14/03 5:49 PM O N T E N T S Chapter 1: Your New TV Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 3: Special Features Chapter 4: Operation Page 6 List of Features ..........1 List of Parts . - Page 9 00.Safety+Contents 10/14/03 5:49 PM O N T E N T S Chapter 5: PC Display Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Appendix Page 7 Fine Tuning Channels ........28 Viewing Picture-in-Picture .
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Page 10: List Of Features
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM Page 1 C h a p t e r O n e O U R List of Features Your TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance unit that includes the following special features: •... -
Page 11: Familiarizing Yourself With Your New Tv
victoryia 01-14 3/3/04 10:30 PM O U R Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV Top Panel Buttons The buttons on the top panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. Colors may vary depending on the model you purchase TV/VIDEO Displays a menu of all of the available... -
Page 12: Rear Panel Jacks
victoryia 01-14 3/3/04 10:30 PM O U R Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 7-14. Colors may vary depending on the model you purchase POWER INPUT PC VIDEO INPUT... -
Page 13: Remote Control
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM O U R Remote Control Frequently Used Buttons You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. POWER Turns the TV on and off. -
Page 14: Sleep Timer
victoryia 01-14 6/29/03 3:51 AM O U R Convenient Buttons You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. +100 Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “+100”, then press “2”... -
Page 15: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 5:43 AM O U R Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the cover out completely. Install two AAA size batteries. Replace the cover. The remote control doesn’t work! Check the following: 1. Is the TV power switch on? 2. -
Page 16: Connecting Vhf And Uhf Antennas
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM C h a p t e r Tw o N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads”, below. -
Page 17: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Plug the antenna lead into the TV ANTENNA terminal on the bottom of the back panel. Separate VHF and UHF Antennas If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. -
Page 18: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels Find the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA OUT terminal on your cable box. Connect the other end of this cable to the TV ANTENNA terminal on the back of the TV. - Page 19 victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B–IN terminal on the A/B switch. Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on...
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Page 20: Connecting A Vcr
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 7-9). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. -
Page 21: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr
N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting an S-VHS VCR Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.) To begin, follow steps 1–3 in the... -
Page 22: Connecting A Dvd Player
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connect a set of audio cables between the L, R AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV and... -
Page 23: Connecting A Pc
victoryia 01-14 6/27/03 2:04 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a PC Note: This figure shows the Standard Connector-jack panel. The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on the model. TV rear panel PC VIDEO INPUT (15-pin D-SUB) •... -
Page 24: Turning The Tv On And Off
victoryia 15-16 6/29/03 3:27 AM C h a p t e r T h r e e P E C I A L E AT U R E S Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button. You can also use the Power button on the top panel. Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH... -
Page 25: Viewing The Displays
victoryia 15-16 6/29/03 3:28 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing the Display The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings. Press the INFO button on the remote control. The TV will display the channel, the type of sound, and the status... -
Page 26: Plug & Play Feature
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM C h a p t e r F o u r P E R AT I O N Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, two basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Setting Auto program, Clock. Press the POWER button on the remote control. -
Page 27: Memorizing The Channels
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH buttons to scan through the channels. -
Page 28: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:44 AM P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) First, select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~2 on previous page. Press the MENU button. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER... -
Page 29: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 8:13 AM P E R AT I O N ADD and DEL Channels (Manual Method) Use the number buttons to directly select the channel to Add or Delete. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER Press the UP/DOWN... -
Page 30: To Edit The Input Source Name
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N To Edit the Input Source Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 31: Using Automatic Picture Settings
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has four automatic picture settings (“Custom”, “Dynamic”, “Standard”, and “Movie”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, or Movie by pressing P.MODE (or by making a selection from the menu). -
Page 32: Customizing The Picture
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, sharpness, color and tint according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See previous page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 33: Using Automatic Sound Settings
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has five automatic sound settings (“Custom”, “Standard”, “Music”, “Movie” and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by pressing the S.MODE button (or by making a selection from the on-screen menu). -
Page 34: Customizing The Sound
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See previous page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 35: Selecting A Menu Language
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN to select Language. Press the ENTER button. -
Page 36: Setting The Blue Screen Mode
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:44 AM P E R AT I O N Setting the Blue Screen Mode If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue screen” mode to “Off”. -
Page 37: Fine Tuning Channels
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Select the appropriate channel. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER... -
Page 38: Viewing Picture-In-Picture
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Viewing Picture-in-Picture This product has one tuner built-in, which does not allow PIP to function in the same mode. Please see ‘PIP Settings’ below for details. You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously watch two video sources. Note: While V-Chip is in operation, the PIP function cannot be used. -
Page 39: Contents
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP Press the TV/VIDEO(PIP) button repeatedly to cycle through all of the available signal sources: “TV”, “AV”, “S-Video”, “Component 1”, “Component 2” and “PC”. -
Page 40: Changing The Screen Size
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:45 AM P E R AT I O N Changing the Screen Size Press the ASPECT button to change the screen size. • Wide: Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. • Panorama : Use this mode for the wide aspect ratio of a panoramic picture. •... -
Page 41: Adjusting The Background Color
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:45 AM P E R AT I O N Adjusting the Color Tone You can change the color of the entire screen according to your preference. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 42: For Automatic Volume Control
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N For automatic volume control Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 43: To Select The Wow Option
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N To select the WOW option Emphasizes mid- and low-range sounds or gives you a surround-sound experience. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 44: Special Sound Options
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 7:05 AM P E R AT I O N Special Sound Options Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. -
Page 45: Selecting The Main Or Sub Sound
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Selecting the Main or Sub Sound You can select either Main or Sub when PIP is On. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 46: Adjusting The Headphone Sound
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Adjusting the Headphone Sound The headphone option is especially useful when simultaneously watching the main screen and the PIP window. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Sound”, then... -
Page 47: Setting The Clock
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:45 AM P E R AT I O N Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. -
Page 48: Setting The On/Off Timer
victoryia 17-47 6/30/03 9:51 PM P E R AT I O N Setting the On/Off Timer Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button twice. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “On Time”... - Page 49 victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:46 AM P E R AT I O N Press the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select Setup. Press the UP/DOWN to on-timer “On”. (Repeatedly pressing the UP/DOWN buttons will alternate between On and Off.) When finished, press the ENTER button.
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Page 50: Setting The Sleep Timer
victoryia 17-47 6/28/03 2:52 AM P E R AT I O N Setting the Sleep Timer Set the timer for the TV to turn off at the preset time automatically. Setting the On/Off Timer Using the Menu Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. -
Page 51: Viewing Closed Captions
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. -
Page 52: Using The V-Chip
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a Pin (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. -
Page 53: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Note: V-Chip cannot be used during PIP operation. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. - Page 54 victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:47 AM P E R AT I O N Press the UP/DOWN to select “V-chip”, then press the ENTER button. The “Enter pin” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number. Press the UP/DOWN to select “TV Guidelines”, then press the ENTER button.
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Page 55: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R, Nc-17, X
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 5:50 AM P E R AT I O N How to set the FV, D, L, S and V sub-ratings. First, highlight one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA (See Step 4, on previous page). Next, while the TV-Rating is selected, repeatedly press the ENTER( This will cycle through the available sub-ratings (FV,L, S, D or V). -
Page 56: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ('Emergency Escape')
victoryia 17-47 6/27/03 2:05 AM P E R AT I O N Press the UP/DOWN to select “MPAA Rating”, then press the ENTER button. Repeatedly press the UP/DOWN to select a particular MPAA category. (When a category is selected, its color changes to yellow.) Pressing the UP/DOWN will cycle through the... -
Page 57: Using Your Tv As A Computer (Pc) Display
Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in most cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) Page 48 First, click on “Settings” on the Windows start menu. -
Page 58: Adjusting The Screen Quality
victoryia 48-51 6/27/03 2:05 AM PC D I S P L AY Adjusting the Screen Quality The purpose of the picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning alone, then do the frequency adjustments to the utmost and fine tune again. -
Page 59: Changing The Screen Position
victoryia 48-51 6/27/03 2:05 AM PC D I S P L AY Changing the Screen Position Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 60: How To Auto Adjust
victoryia 48-51 6/27/03 2:05 AM PC D I S P L AY How to Auto Adjust Use the Auto Adjust function to have the TV set automatically adjust the video signals the monitor receives. The function also automatically fine-tunes the settings and adjusts the frequency values and positions. -
Page 61: Identifying Problems
R O U B L E S H O O T I N G If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center. Identifying Problems... - Page 62 Page 1 The TFT LCD panel uses a panel consisting of sub pixels (LTN1785W - 2,949,120 / LT-P1795W - 2,949,120) which require sophisticated technology to produce. However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels...
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Page 63: How To Assemble The Tv Set And Stand Base
victoryia 54-59 3/3/04 10:34 PM Page 54 P P E N D I X How to assemble the TV set and stand base Colors may vary depending on the model you purchase NOTE : The curved side of the stand base should be placed at the back of the TV set as shown in the above figure. -
Page 64: Installing The Wall Mount Kit (Sold Separately)
victoryia 54-59 3/3/04 10:34 PM P P E N D I X Installing the Wall Mount Kit This installation is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a concrete wall. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. Connect the hinge to the wall mount bracket. -
Page 65: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
victoryia 54-59 3/3/04 10:34 PM P P E N D I X Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Figure 2 <Optional> The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The locking device has to be purchased separately. -
Page 66: Cleaning And Maintaining Your Tv
victoryia 54-59 6/27/03 2:06 AM P P E N D I X Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV With proper care, your TV unit will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Placement •... -
Page 67: Specifications
Dimensions / Weight Environmental Considerations Audio Characteristics * Referring to Display Modes, page 59. Page 58 LTN1785W / LT-P1795W Size 17.0 inch Diagonal Display Size 14.58(H) X 8.75(V) inch Type a-si TFT active matrix Pixel Pitch 0.01139(H) X 0.01139(V) inch... -
Page 68: Display Modes
victoryia 54-59 6/27/03 2:06 AM P P E N D I X Display Modes If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system doesn’t equal the standard signal mode, adjust the mode by referring to your Videocard user guide;...