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Samsung HL-R5078W Owner's Instructions Manual

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This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Instructions HL-R5078W HL-R5678W HL-R6178W HL-R7178W This device is a Class B digital apparatus. Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
  • Page 2 Trademark Notice In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. Aux États Unis TV GUIDE et d’autres marques relatives sont des marques déposées de Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc.

  • Page 3: A Guide To Digital Tv

    A Guide to Digital TV • What is Digital Television? Digital television (DTV) is a new way of transmitting high quality video and audio to your TV set. Using DTV, broadcasters can transmit high definition TV (HDTV) images, Dolby digital surround audio, and new services such as multicasting (transmitting more than one program on the same TV channel) and datacasting.
  • Page 4 CableCARD and Digital Cable Ready TVs CableCARD and Digital Cable Ready TVs are the products of a new digital cable standard. This new standard is called OpenCable and it is a concerted effort to standardize the digital cable service network interface in North America. For more information, please refer to www.cablelabs.com. Digital Cable Ready TVs are equipped with a proper digital cable tuner to receive digital cable signals from your local cable service provider.
  • Page 5 Q&A 1. Is the antenna I use for existing TV reception good enough for DTV? Over-the-air (OTA) digital TV broadcasting uses the same channels as analog TV and works well with many existing TV antennas. However, DTV broadcast channel assignments are different than analog channels.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Your New Wide TV.................10 Viewing Position ....................10 List of Features.......................11 Accessories ......................11 Front Panel LED Indicators..................12 Right side buttons....................13 Side Panel Jacks ....................13 Rear Panel Jacks ....................14 Remote Control......................15 Connections ...................18 Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ................18 Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads ..............18 Connecting Cable TV .....................19 Cable without a Cable Box................19...
  • Page 7 Picture Control ..................54 Picture Control.......................54 Changing the Picture Size..................57 Digital Noise Reduction ..................58 Viewing the DNIe Demonstration ................59 Setting the My Color Control Mode .................60 Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Feature............62 Setting the Film Mode ....................63 Viewing Picture-In-Picture..................64 Freezing the Picture....................72 Setting the Blue Screen Mode..................73 Sound Control ..................76 Sound Control .......................76...
  • Page 9 Your New Wide TV...

  • Page 10: Your New Wide Tv

    Your New Wide TV Viewing Position To optimize your viewing comfort, please follow the guidelines below for viewing distance. If viewing for an extended period of time, sit as far back from the screen as possible. When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall (more than 10cm/4 inches) for ventilation purposes.

  • Page 11: List Of Features

    • My Color Control Mode for corresponding with your color preference • Color weakness Mode • Digital Input (HDMI/DVI IN) jack • Digital Audio Output (OPTICAL) jack • AV network system (Anynet) that enables you to easily control Samsung audio-video(AV) devices from this TV. • CableCARD slot • D-Net (IEEE1394) •...

  • Page 12: Front Panel Led Indicators

    Your New Wide TV Front Panel LED Indicators The three lights on the front panel indicate the status of your TV. POWER Press to turn the TV on and off. Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. Indicator Light Key : Light is On : Light is Blinking...

  • Page 13: Right Side Buttons

    Right side buttons The buttons on the right side panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu system. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. Press to switch between viewing TV programs and signals from connected components. Press to see the on-screen menu.

  • Page 14: Rear Panel Jacks

    Insert the CableCARD into the slot. (Refer to page 21) ’ Anynet ¯ G-LINK This jack is for connecting to other Samsung Anynet-enabled Connect the IR controller cable to the G-LINK terminal on your TV. devices. Please refer to the Anynet Owner’s Instruction.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote control, always point it directly at the TV. You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR, Cable box, DVD player and some Samsung Set-top boxes. See pages 36~37 for details. 18. ▲, ▼, œ, √, ENTER 1.
  • Page 16 Your New Wide TV Installing Batteries in the Remote Control With normal use, the batteries in the remote control should last about a year. If you notice a performance degradation while using the remote, the batteries may need to be replaced. Make sure you replace both batteries and do not mix old and new batteries in the remote control.
  • Page 17 Connections...

  • Page 18: Connections

    Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If you do not have a cable system, you will need to connect an antenna to your TV. Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads If your antenna looks like this: it has 75-ohm round leads. Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 2 IN (AIR) on the rear panel of your TV.

  • Page 19: Connecting Cable Tv

    Connecting Cable TV You can connect different cable systems to your TV, including cable without a Cable box, and cable with a Cable box that descrambles some or all channels. Cable without a Cable Box Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 1 IN (CABLE) on the rear panel of your TV.

  • Page 20: Connecting A Vcr

    Connections Connecting a VCR Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack Connect the Video/Audio TV Rear Panel cables between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the VCR. Connect a coaxial cable between the Antenna out terminal (i.e., “OUT to TV”) on the VCR and the ANT 1...

  • Page 21: Connecting Cablecard

    Connecting CableCARD You must obtain a CableCARD from a local cable service provider. TV Rear Panel Insert the CableCARD into the “CableCARD” slot and the message “CableCARD Inserted” is displayed on Incoming the screen. If the channel Cable or information does not Antenna already exist, the message “Updating Channel List”...

  • Page 22: Connecting A Camcorder

    Connections Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Camcorder to your TV. You can use your camcorder to view tapes without using a VCR. Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are Camcorder usually found on the side or Output Jacks...

  • Page 23: Connecting A Dvd Player

    Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connecting to Y, P TV Rear Panel To enable Component video viewing, connect a set of video cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) Incoming VIDEO (Y, P...

  • Page 24: Connecting A Dtv Set-Top Box

    Connections Connecting a DTV Set-Top Box TV Rear Panel Connecting to Y, P Connect a set of Component cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) VIDEO (Y, P ) IN jacks on the TV and VIDEO (Y/P ) OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Vcr And Dtv Set-Top Box

    Connecting a VCR and DTV Set-Top Box Connect the Video/Audio Incoming Cable or Antenna cables between the VIDEO TV Rear Panel or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the VCR. Connect the Video/Audio cables between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO...

  • Page 26: Connecting A Digital Audio System

    Connections Connecting a Digital Audio System There are many types of digital audio systems on the market today. A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown below. For more information, see your audio system owner’s manual. TV Rear Panel If your audio system has an optical digital audio input, connect to the “DIGITAL...

  • Page 27: Connecting To A Subwoofer Speaker

    Connecting to a Subwoofer Speaker TV Rear Panel Connect a powered subwoofer to the SubWoofer jack on the TV using the subwoofer cable. To use a passive subwoofer, connect an amplifier and use referring to the connection procedures described in "Connecting to an Analog Amplifier".
  • Page 29 Operation...

  • Page 30: Operation

    Operation Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. When turning the TV on for the first time, the TV Guide screen will be displayed. For more information, refer to the TV Guide Manual.

  • Page 31: Selecting A Menu Language

    Selecting a Menu Language Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press the √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound ENTER button. √ Menu Transparency : Medium Channel √...

  • Page 32: Memorizing The Channels

    Operation 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/PAGE and CH/PAGE buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual).
  • Page 33 Auto Program Press the … or † button to select the Input Antenna connection, then press the Select the antennas to memorize. Picture Start ENTER button. Cable Start Sound • Air : “Air” antenna signal Air+Cable Start Channel Cable : “Cable” antenna signal Setup Air+Cable : “Air”...

  • Page 34: Adding And Erasing Channels

    Operation Adding and Erasing Channels You can add channels that were not memorized (or delete unwanted channels from memory). Channel Press the MENU button. √ Input Antenna : Cable Press the … or † button to √ Auto Program Picture select “Channel”, then press √...

  • Page 35: Changing Channels

    Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH/PAGE or CH/PAGE button to change channels. When you press the CH/PAGE or CH/PAGE button, the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized.

  • Page 36: Customizing Your Remote Control

    Your TV comes equipped with a universal remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote control can also operate a VCR, Cable box, DVD, and some Samsung Set-top boxes (even if your VCR, Cable box and DVD are made by manufacturers other than Samsung).

  • Page 37: Remote Control Codes

    Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes English - 37...

  • Page 38: Setting The Clock

    Operation 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.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually Setup Press the MENU button.
  • Page 39 Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, √ Time Picture then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 40: Setting The On/Off Timer

    Operation Setting the On/Off Timer Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound the ENTER button. √ Menu Transparency : Medium Channel √...

  • Page 41: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √...

  • Page 42: Viewing An External Signal Source

    Operation Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, Set-Top Box or the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source Input Press the MENU button. √...

  • Page 43: Assigning Names To External Input Mode

    Assigning Names to External Input Mode This feature enables you to name the input source you have connected. Input Press the MENU button. √ Input Source List : TV Press the ENTER button to √ Edit Name Picture select “Input”. Anynet D-Net Sound...
  • Page 45 Channel Control...

  • Page 46: Channel Control

    Channel Control Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and CATV). This allows you to quickly and easily find frequently watched channels by pressing the FAV.CH button on the remote control. To Store Your Favorite Channels: Channel Press the MENU button.

  • Page 47: Viewing The Channel Lists

    Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels or your favorite channels. Channel Press the MENU button. √ Input Antenna : Cable Press the … or † button to √ Auto Program Picture √ select “Channel”, then press Add/Delete √...
  • Page 48 Channel Control Adding and Erasing Channels Channel Press the MENU button. Input √ Antenna : Cable Press the … or † button to √ Auto Program Picture √ select “Channel”, then press Add/Delete √ Channel List Sound the ENTER button. √...

  • Page 49: Labeling The Channels

    Labeling the Channels Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to analog channels (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”, “PBS2”, CNN02”, etc.) A label consists of five fields, where each field is a letter, a number or a blank. When the INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear below the channel number. Press the CH/PAGE or CH/PAGE button to tune to the...

  • Page 50: Lna (Low Noise Amplifier)

    Channel Control LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). Channel Press the MENU button. √ Input Antenna : Air Press the …...

  • Page 51: Fine Tuning Analog Channels

    Fine Tuning Analog Channels Analog Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Channel Press the MENU button. Input √ Antenna : Cable Press the … or † button to √ Auto Program Picture select “Channel”, then press √...

  • Page 52: Checking The Digital-Signal Strength

    Channel Control Checking the Digital-Signal Strength Digital Unlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from “snowy” to clear, digital (HDTV) channels have either perfect reception quality or you will not receive them at all. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels.
  • Page 53 Picture Control...

  • Page 54: Picture Control

    Picture Control Picture Control You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Changing the Picture Standard Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture...
  • Page 55 Customizing the Picture Settings You can use the on-screen menus to change the “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color”, “Tint”, and “Color Tone” according to personal preference. You can select “Standard” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings. Picture Press the MENU button. √...
  • Page 56 Picture Control Mode Press the ENTER button to return to √ Input Mode : Dynamic “Mode”. Contrast Picture Press the … or † button to select Brightness Sharpness Sound “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER Color Channel button. Tint G 50 R 50 √...

  • Page 57: Changing The Picture Size

    Changing the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture select “Picture”, then press √...

  • Page 58: Digital Noise Reduction

    Picture Control Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. Picture Press the MENU button. Input √...

  • Page 59: Viewing The Dnie Demonstration

    Viewing the DNIe Demonstration This TV includes the DNIe function so as to provide a high visual quality. If you set DNIe Demo to On, you can view an applied DNIe and normal picture on the screen simultaneously, for demonstration purposes. Using this function, you can view the difference in the visual quality.

  • Page 60: Setting The My Color Control Mode

    Picture Control Setting the My Color Control Mode My Color Control allows you to adjust colors according to your preference, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, Standard, and Custom) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using the My Color Control Function in the Easy Control Menu Skin, sky and grass tones are easily adjustable to suit your preferences.
  • Page 61 My Color Control Custom Settings Users can adjust the 5 My Color Control colors (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, and Pink). Picture Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to Input √ Mode : Standard √ select “Picture”, then press Size : 16:9 Picture...

  • Page 62: Using The Color Weakness Enhancement Feature

    Picture Control Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Feature This feature adjusts the Red, Green or Blue color to enhance the picture according to the user's particular color weakness. Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to √...

  • Page 63: Setting The Film Mode

    Setting the Film Mode You can automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality. Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture...

  • Page 64: Viewing Picture-In-Picture

    Picture Control Viewing Picture-In-Picture One of the best features of your TV is the Picture-In-Picture (PIP) feature. The advanced PIP system allows you to watch two different pictures at once, even if you don’t have a VCR or DVD connected to your TV.
  • Page 65 Selecting an External Source You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. Picture Press the MENU button. Input √ Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture select “Picture”, then press √...
  • Page 66 Picture Control Swapping the Sub (PIP) Picture and Main Picture Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture select “Picture”, then press √ Digital NR : On √...
  • Page 67 Changing the Size of the Sub (PIP) Picture Picture Press the MENU button. Input √ Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture select “Picture”, then press √ Digital NR : On √ DNIe Demo : Off Sound...
  • Page 68 Picture Control Changing the Location of the Sub (PIP) Picture Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √ Size : 16:9 Picture select “Picture”, then press √ Digital NR : On √...
  • Page 69 Selecting a Signal Source (Air or Cable) for PIP If the PIP source is TV while PIP is On, you can select a different broadcasting source for the PIP picture from the main picture. Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard...
  • Page 70 Picture Control Changing the Channel of the Sub (PIP) Picture After you set the signal source (antenna or cable) of the sub picture, it is easy to change channels. Picture Press the MENU button. Input √ Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √...
  • Page 71 Selecting the Sound Source You can use this feature to hear sound from the main or sub (PIP) picture. Sound Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Custom Press the … or † button to √ Equalizer Picture select “Sound”, then press √...

  • Page 72: Freezing The Picture

    Picture Control Freezing the Picture Press the STILL button to freeze a moving picture. (Normal sound will still be heard.) Press again to cancel. NOTE • In the PIP mode, the main and sub pictures are stilled at the same time.

  • Page 73: Setting The Blue Screen Mode

    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”...
  • Page 75 Sound Control...

  • Page 76: Sound Control

    Sound Control Sound Control You can control and customize the sound levels and settings of the TV with the remote control. Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL+ or VOL– button to increase or decrease the volume. Using the MUTE Button At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound.
  • Page 77 Equalizer Press the œ or √ button to select a Input particular item to be changed. Picture Press the … or † button to increase or Sound decrease the selected frequency. Channel Setup Press the EXIT button to exit. Balance 100Hz 300Hz 1KHz 3KHz 10KHz Listings Move...

  • Page 78: Setting The Srs Tsxt

    Sound Control Setting the SRS TSXT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. Trusurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.

  • Page 79: Auto Volume

    Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and it is inconvenient to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto Volume” automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.

  • Page 80: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Track Digital

    Sound Control Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track Digital The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). The availability of these additional “multitracks” depends upon the program. Sound Press the MENU button.

  • Page 81: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Track Analog

    Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track Analog Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP. Sound Press the MENU button. Input √ Mode : Custom Press the … or † button to √ Equalizer Picture √...

  • Page 82: Choosing A Digital Sound Format Digital

    Sound Control Choosing a Digital Sound Format Digital Digital sound can be output from the rear-panel connector on your TV. The digital sound output is an optical connector labeled “Optical Out”. After connecting an optical digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby or PCM, as appropriate to your digital audio component).

  • Page 83: Selecting The Internal Mute

    Selecting the Internal Mute When using a device such as a Home Theater or Amplifier with external speakers, you can set Internal Mute to On to cut off sound from the TV's internal speakers. Sound Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Custom...

  • Page 84: Setting The On/Off Melody

    Sound Control Setting the On/Off Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. Sound Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Custom Press the … or † button to √...

  • Page 85: Setting Up The Sub Woofer Output

    Setting up the Sub Woofer Output After connecting a Sub Woofer Speaker (sold separately), you may set the activation, volume and cut-off frequency. Sound Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Custom Press the … or † button to √...
  • Page 87 Special Features...

  • Page 88: Special Features

    Special Features Setting the Function Help Displays Help on the menu functions. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound the ENTER button.

  • Page 89: Menu Transparency Level

    Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound the ENTER button. √...

  • Page 90: Using The V-Chip

    Special Features Using the V-Chip Access to channels and programs is controlled by a password (i.e., a 4-digit secret code that is defined by the user). The on-screen menu will instruct you to assign a password (you can change it later, if necessary).
  • Page 91 How to Enable/Disable the Rating Controls Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound the ENTER button. √ Menu Transparency : Medium Channel Press the …...
  • Page 92 Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV Parental Guidelines” The parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The “TV Parental Guidelines” or “MPAA Rating”. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the …...
  • Page 93 TV Parental Guidelines You can independently lock the TV Input ALL FV V ratings. The locked TV (FCC) ratings are TV-Y Allow All Picture indicated by the symbol “ ”. TV-Y7 Block All Sound Press the …/†/œ/√ buttons and the TV-G TV-PG Channel...
  • Page 94 Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using the “MPAA Rating” The Movie rating system uses the “MPAA” (Motion Picture Association of America) system, and its main application is for movies. When the rating control is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either “MPAA Rating”...
  • Page 95 Important Notes About Parental Locks Explanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems: TV (FCC) Age-Based Ratings TV-G General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no TV-MA sexual dialog or situations. Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, TV-Y7 graphic violence and explicit sexual content.
  • Page 96 Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using Canadian English Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound the ENTER button. √...
  • Page 97 Canadian English Press the … or † button to select a appropriate restriction. Input Block Allow All Picture Press the ENTER button to activate the Block All Sound restriction selected. Channel The “ ” symbol is indicated. Setup To unlock items that are locked, press the Listings Enter button again.
  • Page 98 Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using Canadian French Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √ V-Chip √ Caption Sound the ENTER button. √...
  • Page 99 Canadian French Press the … or † button to select a appropriate restriction. Input Block Allow All Picture Press the ENTER button to activate the Block All Sound 8 ans + restriction selected. 13 ans + Channel 16 ans + The “...

  • Page 100: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) Analog

    Special Features Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external source mode. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may operate on digital channels.) Setup Press the MENU button. Input √...
  • Page 101 Caption Press the … or † button to select “Mode”, then press the ENTER button. Input Caption : On Default Mode : Default Press the … or † button to select submenu Picture Caption Options (CC1~CC4 or Text1~Text4) you want, Sound then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 102: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) Digital

    Special Features Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √...
  • Page 103 Caption Options Press the … or † button to select “Size”, Input √ Size : Default then press the ENTER button. √ Font Style : Default Picture Press the … or † button to select the √ Foreground Color : Default √...

  • Page 104: Setting The Port Selection Mode

    Special Features Setting the Port Selection Mode Sets your port selection mode to Anynet, G-Link or RS232C. The Anynet functions, the G-LINK and the RS232C functions of external devices cannot be operated at the same time. Use this menu to set your port selection mode. Setup Press the MENU button.

  • Page 105: Using The Cablecard

    Using the CableCARD This menu works with a CableCARD provided by a local cable service provider. Prior to accessing this menu, a CableCARD should be connected to the rear panel of the TV. For detailed connection instructions, refer to the “Connecting CableCARD” section on page 21 of this manual.

  • Page 106: Using The Cablecard Setup Function

    Special Features Using the CableCARD Setup Function Sets up relevant CableCARD options. CableCARD Reset Resets CableCARD when the channels provided by CableCARD are not available. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √...
  • Page 107 Channel List Reorganization Deletes and reorganizes the channel list provided by CableCARD. This feature should be used if you change or upgrade your CableCARD service. Setup Press the MENU button. Input √ Language : English Press the … or † button to √...

  • Page 108: Using Game Mode

    Special Features Using Game Mode When connecting to a game console such as PlayStation or Xbox , you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience by selecting Game mode. Input Press the MENU button. Input √ Source List : AV1 Press the ENTER button to √...

  • Page 109: Using Tv Guide On Screen

    Using TV Guide On Screen Listings Press the MENU button. TV Guide On Screen Input Press the … or † button to Picture select “Listings”, then press Sound the ENTER button. Channel Setup Listings Enter Return Press the ENTER button to select “TV Guide On Screen ”.
  • Page 111 Using the D-Net...

  • Page 112: Using The D-Net

    Using the D-Net What’s D-Net? This refers to a home network consisting of devices supporting D-Net (IEEE1394) connections (such as digital VCRs and Set-Top Boxes) for digital audio and video data. The D-Net (IEEE1394) standard for the High Performance Serial Bus is a serial data transfer protocol and interconnection system.
  • Page 113 When Connecting D-Net (IEEE1394) Compatible devices The last device in the chain may not be looped back to the TV as the TV may not be able to work with the other devices. To connect two or more D-Net (IEEE1394) Compatible devices, follow the diagram below. A maximum 10 D-Net (IEEE1394) Compatible devices can be IEEE1394...

  • Page 114: Connection Options

    Using the D-Net Connection Options There are two different connection options for connecting D -Net (IEEE1394) compatible devices. Select the most suitable option according to your network of audio/video products. The Direct Device-To-Device Option D-Net (IEEE1394) permits the chaining of devices, unlike analog audio and video connections where each device needs to be individually connected to the TV.

  • Page 115: 4-Pin And 6-Pin Connectors

    4-Pin and 6-Pin Connectors Two different types of connectors are used for IEEE1394 terminals and cables, a 4-pin and a 6-pin. The 4-pin connector sends digital audio, digital video and digital control signals to and from devices. The TV has two available 4-pin connection jacks, of which two are at the back.

  • Page 116: Selecting A D-Net Device

    If there are multiple devices of the same type, the devices will be listed in ascending order of the manufacturer name with Samsung first as the exception. If there are multiple devices of the same type and they are manufactured by the same company, they will be listed in the order of their serial number.
  • Page 117 Follow the instructions below to activate D-Net in the menu. Input Press the MENU button. √ Input Source List : TV Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. √ Edit Name Picture Anynet D-Net Sound Channel Setup Listings Move Enter Return Input Press the …...

  • Page 118: The D-Net Control Panel

    Using the D-Net The D-Net control panel Select an IEEE1394 from the D-Net device list. The TV will then display the D-Net control panel. This panel allows you to use the TV remote control to control the selected IEEE1394 device. Press the D-Net button on the remote control.
  • Page 119 Control Panel ( Button Name To do this Return Move to the previous menu. Target Start and stop recording a Digital stream. Program List Display the AVHDD program list. Play Play the digital stream from the selected digital device. Stop Stop the digital stream from the selected digital device.

  • Page 120: Operating Tips

    Using the D-Net Operating Tips 1) When the screen is switched to the TV program. - When you select the first button, the TV button, in the Device List, it switches to the TV program. - Although you have selected another device from the Device List, if detecting a video signal from the device fails, the “Connection failed”...
  • Page 121 10) When multiple devices are connected, some devices may appear and then disappear periodically in the Device List. This is because some devices malfunction when multiple devices are connected. If this occurs, you have to discover and remove the defective device from the connection by removing the devices one by one.

  • Page 122: Recording Tips

    Using the D-Net Recording Tips 1) Recording using the Target List while also watching the screen being recorded. - Check that the AVHDD and DVHS devices are connected. - Select a source device to be recorded and press the Target button. - Select a device to be recorded from the Target List.

  • Page 123: Troubleshooting (D-Net)

    Troubleshooting (D-Net) Problem Possible Solution The device is displayed as Only DTVs, STBs, AVHDDs, DVHSs and MPEG being “UNCONTROLLABLE”. camcorder IEEE 1394 devices are controllable. Other devices will display “UNCONTROLLABLE” in the device list. Some supported devices may display as “UNCONTROLLABLE”...
  • Page 124 Using the D-Net Problem Possible Solution “Connection is failed. This message appears when the connection speed of 1394 network speed is not the connected device and the device selected from the compatible.” message appears. Target List are different when copying data. ➔...
  • Page 125 Problem Possible Solution No picture on the screen after Check if the current mode for DTV and STB is set to selecting a device analog by mistake. For AVHDD, check if the played content reaches to the end. (Select the item from the content list again.) For DVHS, check if a D-VHS tape is being used.
  • Page 126 Using the D-Net Problem Possible Solution This device is unavailable for This message appears if you have connected a D-Net. 1394 device or equipment other than a supported device (DVHS, DTV, STB, AVHDD, Camcorder), or if the connected device does not support the AVC defined in the 1394 specifications, even if the device is a supported device, when you have selected the device to use it.
  • Page 127 PC Display...

  • Page 128: Pc Display

    PC Display Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display How to Connect Your PC to the TV This figure shows the Standard Connector-jack panel. The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on the model. Connecting a PC (15p D-SUB) to the TV TV Rear Panel Connect a PC cable between the PC Output jack on the...
  • Page 129 PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of 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.) 1. Right click the mouse on the Windows Desktop, then click on Properties.
  • Page 130 PC Display Checklist Before Connecting to a PC • Adjust the PC Display Setup to the resolution and frequency values that are supported by the TV. • Please read the user’s manual provided with the PC (Graphic Card & Sound Card). •...

  • Page 131: Adjusting The Picture Quality

    Adjusting the Picture Quality The purpose of 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. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of screen. Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”.

  • Page 132: Changing The Picture Position

    PC Display Changing the Picture Position After connecting the TV to your PC, adjust the position of picture if it is not well-aligned. Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the …...

  • Page 133: Adjusting The Picture Quality And Position Automatically

    Adjusting the Picture Quality and Position Automatically This feature allows the TV to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Setup Press the MENU button. √...

  • Page 134: Changing The Picture Size (Pc Mode)

    PC Display Changing the Picture Size (PC Mode) You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Picture Press the MENU button. √ Input Mode : Standard Press the … or † button to √...

  • Page 135: Viewing The Current Resolution

    Viewing the Current Resolution You can get the resolution information of your PC. Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √ Time Picture select “Setup”, then press √...

  • Page 136: Initializing The Picture Settings

    PC Display Initializing the Picture Settings You can replace all picture settings with the factory default values. Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Setup Press the MENU button. √ Input Language : English Press the … or † button to √...
  • Page 137 Appendix...

  • Page 138: Appendix

    2. The lamp type is indicated on the side of the TV. It is also indicated on the lamp case. 3. After checking the code number for the lamp, give the code number to the store where you purchased the TV or to a Samsung Service center. • Caution 1.
  • Page 139 • For replacement, you will need a 5.91-Inch screwdriver and a pair of gloves. Unplug TV, then use a screwdriver to remove the screws. Remove the Lamp cover. Remove the screw securing the Lamp by using a screwdriver. Separate the Lamp from the engine by holding the handle and pulling it out.

  • Page 140: Troubleshooting

    Appendix Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture quality.
  • Page 141 Problem Possible Solution The visual quality of 1080p will This TV receives a signal input and converts the signal appear the same as for other DTV into 1080p through signal processing. resolutions. Although the resolution of this TV is 1920 x 1080, to watch TV with a higher visual quality and sharpness than a conventional TV, you can watch TV in a better visual quality when the input signal resolution is...

  • Page 142: Cleaning And Maintaining Your Tv

    If you plan to take your TV with you to a foreign country, please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world. A TV designed for one system may not work properly with another system due to differences in the TV channel frequencies. Specifications Model HL-R5078W HL-R5678W HL-R6178W HL-R7178W Voltage...
  • Page 144 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 www.samsung.com Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung Customer Care 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 www.samsung.ca BP68-00513A-00...

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