Samsung CT-21M7W Owner's Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 02647B(E)-FRONT COVER 2/7/03 9:38 AM Page 1 CL21M6W/CL21M5W CT21M7W/CT21S8W COLOR TELEVISION Owner’s ..... Instructions AA68-02647B-00 (ENG)
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
02647B(E)-Inside Front Cover 2/7/03 9:38 AM Page 1 Warning! Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
Page 1 Thank You for Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung TV receiver represents the latest in television technology. It has easy-to-use, on-screen menus and closed-captioning capabilities, making this TV one of the best products in its class. This product will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come. - Page 4 02647B(E)-PREFACE 2/7/03 9:37 AM Page 2 • Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cord placement at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the unit.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
02647B(E)-CONTENTS 2/7/03 9:38 AM Page 1 O N T E N T S Chapter 1: Your New TV ....1.1 List of Features ......... 1.1 Familiarizing Yourself with The TV. - Page 6 02647B(E)-CONTENTS 2/7/03 9:38 AM Page 2 O N T E N T S Chapter 3: Operation (Cont...) ..3.8 Adjusting the Volume ........3.8 Using Mute.
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Page 7: Chapter 1: Your New
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 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 8: Familiarizing Yourself With The Tv
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 2 O U R Familiarizing Yourself with The TV Front Panel Buttons The buttons on the front panel control your TV’ s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. CL21M6W/CL21M5W/CT21M7W CT21S8W Œ... -
Page 9: Front/Side Panel Jacks
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 3 O U R Front/Side Panel Jacks You can use the Front/Side panel jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equip- ment, see pages 2.1 –... -
Page 10: Rear Panel Jacks
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 4 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. Because there are two sets of input jacks, you can connect two different A/V components (i.e., a VCR and a DVD, 2 VCRs, etc.) For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 –... -
Page 11: Remote Control
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 5 O U R Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR and cable box. See page 4.1 for details. -
Page 12: Vcr Controls
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 6 O U R Remote Control ˜ VCR Controls ¯ PIP Controls (Not available) • REW (Rewind) Press to rewind a tape in your SWAP VCR. Exchanges the video signal that is currently displayed on the main •... -
Page 13: Number Buttons
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 1 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 7 O U R Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. Œ POWER Ø TV/VIDEO Turns the TV on and off. -
Page 14: Chapter 2: Installation
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 1 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”... -
Page 15: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 2 N S TA L L AT I O N Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Plug the antenna lead into the VHF/UHF 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 16: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 3 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels This terminal might be labeled “ANT OUT”, “VHF OUT” or simply, Find the cable that is con- “OUT”. -
Page 17: Connecting A Vcr
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 4 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... - Page 18 02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 5 N S TA L L AT I O N Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the VCR and the antenna terminal on the TV. A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store).
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Page 19: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr
N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting an S-VHS VCR (CT21M7W/CT21S8W) 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 previous... -
Page 20: Connecting A Second Vcr To Record From The Tv
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 7 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV Your TV can send out signals of its picture and sound to be recorded by a second VCR. To do this, connect your second VCR as follows: Connect a set of audio cables between the... -
Page 21: Connecting A Camcorder
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 8 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. They allow you to view the camcorder tapes without using a VCR. (Also see “Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape”... -
Page 22: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 2 2/7/03 9:40 AM Page 9 N S TA L L AT I O N Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the cover out com- pletely. Make sure to match the “ ” and – “ ” ends of the batteries with the Install two AA size diagram inside the compartment. -
Page 23: Chapter 3: Operation
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 1 C h a p t e r T h r e e P E R AT I O N P E R AT I O N 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. - Page 24 02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 2 P E R AT I O N Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the VOL+ or VOL- button to activate "Auto Program" or press the MENU button to skip.
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Page 25: Viewing The Menus And On-Screen Displays
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 3 P E R AT I O N Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Viewing the Menus The on-screen menus disappear from the screen after about thirty With the power on, press seconds. the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. -
Page 26: Selecting A Menu Language
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 4 P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press MENU to display the menu. Press CH M three times to select “Function”, then press the VOL + but- ton. Press VOL + to select the appropriate language: English, Spanish, or French. -
Page 27: Memorizing The Channels
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 5 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 L and CH M buttons to scan through the channels. -
Page 28: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 6 P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) First, select the correct signal source (ANT, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~2 on previous page. Press the MENU button, then press the CH M but- ton twice to select “Channel,”... -
Page 29: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 7 P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Press the MENU button. Press the CH M button twice to select “Channel”, then press the VOL+ but- ton. Press the CH L or CH M button to select “Add/Erase”. -
Page 30: Changing Channels
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 8 P E R AT I O N Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH L or CH M button to change channels. When you press CH L or CH M, the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. -
Page 31: Setting The Clock
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 9 P E R AT I O N Setting the Clock Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the CH M button three times to select “Function”. Press the VOL + button. Press the CH M button to select “Time”... -
Page 32: Customizing The Picture
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 10 P E R AT I O N Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, tint, color, and sharpness according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic”... -
Page 33: Using Automatic Picture Settings
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 11 P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has three automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “Standard”, and “Movie”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, or Movie by mak- ing a selection from the menu. -
Page 34: Customizing The Sound
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 12 P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound You can use the on-screen menus to adjust the bass, treble, and balance according to individual preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 35: Using Automatic Sound Settings
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 13 P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has four automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie” and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by making a selection from the on-screen menu. -
Page 36: Setting The On/Off Melody
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 14 P E R AT I O N Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH M button to select “Sound”... -
Page 37: Viewing A Vcr Or Camcorder Tape
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 3 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 15 P E R AT I O N Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV. Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 38: Customizing Your Remote Control
Your TV comes equipped with a “universal” remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote can also operate a VCR and a cable box (even if your VCR and cable box are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR Turn off your VCR. -
Page 39: Vcr Codes
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 2 P E C I A L E AT U R E S VCR Codes HAPTER PECIAL EATURES... -
Page 40: Setting Up Your Remote Control To Operate Your Cable Box
E AT U R E S Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your Cable Box Turn off your cable box. On your Samsung remote control, press SET. The remote control has three “modes”: “TV,” “VCR,” and “CABLE”. Press the CABLE button on the top right of your remote control. -
Page 41: Fine Tuning Channels
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 4 P E C I A L E AT U R E S 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. -
Page 42: Changing The Screen Size
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 5 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Changing the Screen Size Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the VOL + button to select the “Picture” menu. Press the CH M button to select "Size". -
Page 43: Digital Noise Reduction
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 6 P E C I A L E AT U R E S 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. -
Page 44: Using The Surf Feature
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 7 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Using the Surf Feature This feature allows you to set the TV to return to a particular channel after a certain amount of time. -
Page 45: Setting The On/Off Timer
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 8 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting the On/Off Timer Before using the timer, you must set the TV’ s clock. (See “Setting the Clock” on page 3.9). Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 46: Setting The Sleep Timer
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 9 P E C I A L E AT U R E S To deactivate the “On time,” select “Off” during this step. Press the VOL + button to select “On/Off.” Press the CH L (or CH M) button to turn the on- timer “On.”... -
Page 47: Sound Features
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 10 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Sound Features 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. -
Page 48: Extra Sound Settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, Or Auto Volume)
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 11 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Extra sound settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, or Auto Volume ) • Turbo Sound Turbo sound suitably emphasizes both higher and lower bands of sound (and includes other effects). -
Page 49: Viewing Closed Captions
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 12 P E C I A L E AT U R E S 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 trans- lations. -
Page 50: Viewing The Demonstration
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 4 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 13 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing the Demonstration To become familiar with the various menus provided by your television, you can view the in built demonstration. Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 51: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
02647B(E)-CHAPTER 5 2/7/03 9:39 AM Page 1 C h a p t e r F i v e 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, then call your nearest service center. -
Page 52: Appendix
02647B(E)-APPENDIX 2/7/03 9:41 AM Page 1 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 53 02647B(E)-APPENDIX 2/7/03 9:41 AM Page 2 P P E N D I X PPENDIX...