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PDP-TELEVISION
(P
D
P
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LASMA
ISPLAY
ANEL
Owner's Instructions
Before operating the unit,
please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
ON-SCREEN MENUS
Picture In Picture (PIP)
Energy Saving
TELETEXT
(Option)
SRS TruSurroundXT
Digital Natural Image engine
Digital Terrestrial Receiver
Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS Picture In Picture (PIP) Energy Saving TELETEXT (Option) SRS TruSurroundXT Digital Natural Image engine Digital Terrestrial Receiver Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
  • Page 2: User Instructions

    The ferrite core is used to shield the cable from interference. When connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the cable. © 2007 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. HDMI Cable Antenna Cable locations) PC Cable...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents ◆ G ENERAL NFORMATION User Instructions ... ■ Checking Parts... ■ Control Panel (depending on the model) ... ■ Connection Panel (depending on the model) ... ■ Viewing the Remote Control (depending on the model) ... ■ Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ... ■...
  • Page 4 Contents ◆ U DTV F SING THE EATURE Previewing the DTV Menu System (depending on the model)... ■ Updating the Channel Manager Automatically... ■ Updating the Channel Manager Manually ... ■ Editing Your Favourite Channels... ■ Viewing Channel Manager ... ■...
  • Page 5: Control Panel (Depending On The Model)

    Control Panel (depending on the model) ➢ The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. Front (or Side) Panel Œ SOURCE Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, Ext.1, Ext.2, Component, PC, HDMI, DTV). ´...
  • Page 6: Connection Panel (Depending On The Model)

    Connection Panel (depending on the model) ➢ The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. Rear Panel Ô ˝ ’ ” ☛ Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. ☛...
  • Page 7: Viewing The Remote Control (Depending On The Model)

      Picture freeze Ò Ò Sound mode selection Ú Ú Remote control setup Æ Æ Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (TV, DVD, STB, CABLE, VCR) ı ı Available source selection ˜ ˜ Previous channel ¯...
  • Page 8: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ➢ Switching Your Television On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of the television. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. ➢ The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the television and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz. Press the (Power) button (On/Off) on the front of the television or press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control to switch the television on.
  • Page 9: Freezing The Current Picture

    Freezing the Current Picture You can freeze the picture when watching a television programme simply by pressing the “STILL” button. To return to normal viewing, press it again. ➢ This function will automatically cancel five minutes later. Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered on, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently.
  • Page 10: Viewing An External Signal Source

    Viewing an External Signal Source Source List ---- Ext.1 ---- Ext.2 ---- Component ---- ---- HDMI ---- Move Enter Return Editing Device Names Edit Name Ext.1 ----- - - - - Ext.2 ----- ---- Component ---- D-VHS ---- HDMI Cable STB Move Enter Return...
  • Page 11: Storing Channels Manually

    Storing Channels Manually ➢ Not available in DTV or external input mode. You can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: ◆ Whether or not to store each of the channels found. ◆...
  • Page 12: Sorting The Stored Channels

    Adding / Locking Channels ◆ Locking channels This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programmes by muting out video and audio. Press the … or † button to select Child Lock, then press the ENTER/OK ( Select On by pressing the …...
  • Page 13: Fine Tuning Channel Reception

    Fine Tuning Channel Reception ➢ Not available in DTV or external input mode. If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine tune the channel manually. Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu.
  • Page 14: Customizing The Picture Settings

    Customizing the Picture Settings Mode Mode : Dynamic Contrast Brightness Cool2 Sharpness Cool1 Colour Normal Tint G 50 R 50 Warm1 Colour Tone : Cool1 Warm2 Reset Move Enter Return Select the required mode by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER/OK ( Available modes: Dynamic, Standard, Movie, Custom Select the required option by pressing the …...
  • Page 15: Digital Nr

    Digital NR / SMD / DNIe Demo Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select Picture, then press the ENTER/OK ( button. Select the required option by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER/OK ( ) button.
  • Page 16: Sound Features

    Sound Features Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Reset Move Enter Return < If Game Mode is On > Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off...
  • Page 17: Time Features

    Time Features Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select Setup, then press the ENTER/OK ( button. Press the … or † button to select Time, then press the ENTER/OK ( button.
  • Page 18: Language

    Language / Blue Screen / Melody / Energy Saving Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time Game Mode : Off Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off More Move Enter Return ◆ Language It is variable depending on the model. When you start using the television for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications.
  • Page 19: Screen Burn Protection

    Screen Burn Protection To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot). The Time setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes.
  • Page 20: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Based On Windows Xp)

    Windows and your particular video card. But even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) Right click the mouse on the Windows Desktop, then click on Properties.
  • Page 21: Setting The Pc

    Setting the PC ➢ Preset to the PC mode by pressing the SOURCE ( Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select Setup, then press the ENTER/OK ( ton. Press the … or † button to select PC, then press the ENTER/OK ( Select the required option by pressing the …...
  • Page 22: Previewing The Dtv Menu System (Depending On The Model)

    Previewing the DTV Menu System Guide Now & Next Guide Full Guide Scheduled List Default Guide : Full Guide Move Enter Exit Preference Preferred Subtitle Language : English Preferred Audio Language : English OSD Language : English Translucency Level : Medium Parental Lock Move Enter...
  • Page 23: Updating The Channel Manager Automatically

    Updating the Channel Manager Automatically You can update the channel manager when the broadcaster adds new Services or if you move the TV to a new location. Press the D.MENU button. Result: The DTV menu is displayed. Press the … or † button to select Channel. Result: The Channel menu is displayed.
  • Page 24: Editing Your Favourite Channels

    Editing Your Favourite Channels Channel Auto Store Manual Store Edit Favourite Channels Channel Manager Move Enter Return Edit Favourite Channels (no channels) Add Channels Return Edit Favourite Channels ▲ BBC TWO Five BBC THREE abc1 ▼ Select All Select None Preview Move Select...
  • Page 25 Editing Your Favourite Channels Press the red button in the Edit Favourite Channels menu. To add more channels, refer to the step 7 on the previous page. ➢ ◆ To add all channels to the favourites channel manager, press the red button. ◆...
  • Page 26: Viewing Channel Manager

    Viewing Channel Manager Channel Auto Store Manual Store Edit Favourite Channels Channel Manager Move Enter Return Channel Manager BBC TWO All Channels Test Card ‘M’... 40. BBC NEWS24 806 arte 51. BBCi BBC TWO Vida003b 800 ARD-MHP-DATA Vida004b 801 ARD-OnLine-K.. Vida005b 802 BBC ONE Vida006b...
  • Page 27: Viewing The Epg (Electronic Programme Guide) Information

    Viewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Information The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information is provided by the broadcasters. Programme entries may appear blank or out of date as a result of the information broadcast on a given channel. The display will dynamically update as soon as new information becomes available.
  • Page 28: Using The Scheduled List

    Using the Scheduled List Guide Now & Next Guide Full Guide Scheduled List Default Guide : Full Guide Move Enter Return Scheduled List Thursday 22 Apr 15:30 ~ 18:00 Once 2 BBC TWO Animal Park Thursday 22 Apr 20:00 ~ 21:00 Once 2 BBC TWO The Hairy Biker’s Add Programme...
  • Page 29: Setting The Default Guide

    Setting the Default Guide You can preset the default guide style. Press the D.MENU button. Result: The DTV menu is displayed. Press the ENTER/OK ( ) button to select Guide. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Default Guide. Press the ENTER/OK ( ) button.
  • Page 30: Setting The Preferred Languages

    Setting the Preferred Languages Preference Preferred Subtitle Language : English Preferred Audio Language : English OSD Language : English Translucency Level : Medium Parental Lock Move Enter Return Preference Preferred Subtitle Language : English English Welsh Preferred Audio Language : English Gaelic OSD Language : English...
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Translucency Level

    Adjusting the Translucency Level You can set the translucency of the on-screen menu. Press the D.MENU button. Result: The DTV menu is displayed. Press the … or † button to select Preference. Result: The Preference menu is displayed. Press the ENTER/OK ( ) button.
  • Page 32: Using The Preferred Features

    You can select these options simply by pressing the SUBTITLE button on the remote control. You can view your product information. For service or repair, please contact a Samsung approved dealer. Press the D.MENU button. Result: The DTV menu is displayed.
  • Page 33: Checking The Signal Information

    Checking the Signal Information You can get information about the signal status. Press the D.MENU button. Result: The DTV menu is displayed. Press the … or † button to select System. Result: The System menu is displayed. Press the ENTER/OK ( ) button.
  • Page 34: Viewing Common Interface

    Viewing Common Interface System Product Information Signal Information Software Upgrade Common Interface Reset Move Enter Return Common Interface Application Info. CI Menu Move Enter Return Application Info. Type : CA Monufacturer : Canal Plus Info : Top Up TV Return Selecting the CI (Common Interface) Menu System Product Information...
  • Page 35: Resetting

    Resetting You can reset the values stored to the factory default values. ➢ The Reset operation deletes all channel information and user preferences returning all values to their default factory state. Press the D.MENU button. Result: The DTV menu is displayed. Press the …...
  • Page 36: Teletext Feature (Depending On The Model)

    Teletext Feature (depending on the model) Most television stations provide written information services via teletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons.
  • Page 37: How To Install The Wall Mount Bracket

    Installation Notes ◆ Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. ◆ Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer. ◆ This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
  • Page 38 How to Install the Wall Mount Bracket Instructions on Securing the SET to the Wall Mount Bracket ➢ The exterior of the SET may be different than the picture. (Assembly and installation of the plastic hanger is the same.) Remove the screws from the back of the PDP. Tighten the screws of the plastic hanger (shown in picture 2) to the back side of the PDP.
  • Page 39 How to Install the Wall Mount Bracket How to Adjust Mounting Angle ➢ Please secure the mounting bracket on the wall surface after setting its angle at 0° Secure the SET to the wall mount bracket.(Please refer to the follow ing instructions.) Set the angle by pulling the upper end of the SET attached to bracket in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 40: Setting Up Your Remote Control

    Setting Up Your Remote Control After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: TV, VCR, Cable, DVD, or Set-Top Box. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
  • Page 41 Setting Up Your Remote Control Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Turn off your DVD. Press the DVD button on your TV’s remote control. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the DVD code listed on page 44 of this manual for your brand of DVD.
  • Page 42: Remote Control Codes

    Setting Up Your Remote Control Remote Control Codes Brand Code SAMSUNG 000 001 002 003 004 005 077 078 079 ADMIRAL AIWA AKAI 004 027 032 AUDIO DYNAMICS 007 026 BELL&HOWELL BROKSONIC CANDLE 002 003 006 008 015 055 CANON...
  • Page 43: Cable Box

    003 022 027 037 044 PHILIPS 019 021 023 028 PIONEER 004 018 020 044 014 022 040 REGAL SAMSUNG SET-TOP BOX Product Code Ground wave STB 000 001 002 008 013 CABLE STB 000 004 008 013 Satellite STB...
  • Page 44 Setting Up Your Remote Control SAMSUNG DVD Product Code 000 001 002 DVDR 003 004 BD Record 005 006 VCR COMBO 007 008 009 010 011 VCR Record DHR COMBO Brand Code ANAM AUDIOVOX AUDIOLOGIC ANABA APEX DIGITAL 070 071 074 086 083 084 088 111 112...
  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer. No sound or picture ◆...
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  • Page 47 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
  • Page 48 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Comment contacter Samsung dans le monde Si vous avez des suggestions ou des questions concernant les produits Samsung, veuillez contacter le Service Consommateurs Samsung.

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