Samsung PS-42S4S Owner's Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 PDP-TELEVISION LASMA ISPLAY ANEL Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS (PIP) ICTURE ICTURE TELETEXT / TELEWEB (OPTION)
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Be sure to use a proper stand, wall mount, ceiling mount, or Lift-Stand offered by Samsung. (Do not use and exhibit by laying down or sitting the unit directly on the floor.) User Instructions ◆... -
Page 3: Caution
Caution CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER, NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
◆ F OREWORD Safety Instructions ... ■ User Instructions... ■ Caution ... ■ ◆ C ONNECTING AND Your New Plasma Display Panel... ■ Infrared Remote Control ... ■ Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control... ■ Assembling the Stand-Base ... ■... -
Page 5: Your
Contents ◆ U SING ISPLAY Adjusting the Sound Settings ... ■ Adjusting the Volume Automatically ... ■ Setting the TruSurround XT... ■ Selecting the Internal mute... ■ Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) ... ■ Setting the Sleep Timer ... ■... -
Page 6: Your New Plasma Display Panel
Your New Plasma Display Panel Front Panel Speaker SOURCE External input selection. MENU Menu display. Volume adjustment. C/P. Channel selection. Auto power On. Confirm your choice (Store or Enter) ➢ The actual configuration on your PDP may be different, depending on your model. Press to turn the PDP on and off. -
Page 7: Rear Panel
Your New Plasma Display Panel ➢ The actual configuration on your PDP may be different, depending on your model. Side of the TV S-Video Input Video Input Audio Input (L, R) Rear Panel ➢ For further details about connection, refer to pages 55~59. a) DVI INPUT (DVI-D / L-AUDIO-R) Connect to the digital video and audio output jack for device with DVI output. -
Page 8: Infrared Remote Control
Infrared Remote Control TURNS THE PDP ON AND OFF PICTURE EFFECT SELECTION SOUND EFFECT SELECTION TELETEXT CANCEL DIRECT CHANNEL SELECTION PICTURE SIZE/ TELETEXT SIZE SELECTION VOLUME INCREASE TEMPORARY SOUND SWITCH-OFF VOLUME DECREASE TELETEXT DISPLAY MENU DISPLAY/ TELETEXT INDEX MOVE TO THE REQUIRED MENU OPTION/ ADJUST AN OPTION VALUE RESPECTIVELY... -
Page 9: Inserting The Batteries In The Remote Control
Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: ◆ Purchase the PDP ◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing the symbol ( ) downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it. -
Page 10: Installing The Display On The Wall Attachment Panel
Installing the Display on the Wall Attachment Panel Installation Notes ◆ Do not install the PDP on any place other than vertical walls. ◆ To protect the performance of the PDP and prevent troubles, avoid the followings: - Do not install next to smoke and fire detectors. - Do not install in an area subjected to vibration or high voltage. - Page 11 Installing the Display on the Wall Attachment Panel ➢ The exterior of the PDP 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 to the back side of the PDP.
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Page 12: Connecting To An Aerial Or Cable Television Network
(You must not use another general purpose cable. Use the 3M/5M/7M cable supplied by Samsung.) In order to watch television programmes broadcast via a satellite network, you must connect a satellite receiver to the rear of the PDP. -
Page 13: Switching On And Off
Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your PDP. ☛ If you have purchased this PDP in the United Kingdom, refer to page 64 for further instructions on plug wiring. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: The Standby indicator on the front of the PDP lights up. -
Page 14: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control
Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control The remote control is used mainly to: ◆ Change channels and adjust the volume ◆ Display the on-screen menu system The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions. Button Viewing Function Used to display the next stored channel. -
Page 15: Setting Up Your Remote Control
Setting Up Your Remote Control This PDP’s remote control can operate VCR, CATV , DVD, or Set-top box (STB), in addition to controlling the PDP. ➣ The remote control is not compatible with the TV manufactured by another company. Turn off your VCR, Cable box, DVD or STB. Press the SELECT button. -
Page 16: Plug & Play Feature
Plug & Play Feature Plug & Play Press ENTER to Start Plug & Play Start Enter Language Move Enter Plug & Play Antenna Input Check Country Country Austria Belgium Croatia Denmark Finland France Germany ▼ More Move Enter Auto Store Press ENTER to start channel memory P0 ----- 40 MHz... -
Page 17: Choosing Your Language
Plug & Play Feature If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER ( ) button. -
Page 18: Storing Channels Automatically
Storing Channels Automatically Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan Move Enter Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan Move Enter Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. -
Page 19: Storing Channels Manually
Storing Channels Manually You can store up to 100 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 ◆ The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify Press the MENU button. - Page 20 Storing Channels Manually Manual Store Prog. Colour System Auto Channel Search 245MHz œ œ √ √ Move Adjust Manual Store Prog. Colour System Auto Channel Search 245MHz œ œ √ √ Move Adjust Manual Store Prog. Colour System Auto Channel Search C 15 245MHz...
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Page 21: Skipping Unwanted Channels
Skipping Unwanted Channels ◆ Skipping unwanted channels You can exclude the channels of your choice from the channel scan operation. When you scan through the stored channels, those that you have chosen to skip are thus not displayed. All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning. -
Page 22: Sorting The Stored Channels
Sorting the Stored Channels Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan Move Enter Edit Add/Delete Sort Name : Off Child Lock Move Enter Sort Prog. ✽ 2 ----- ✽ 3 ----- ✽ 4 ----- ✽... -
Page 23: Assigning Names To Channels
Assigning Names to Channels Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel information is broadcast. These names can be changed, allowing you to assign new names. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Channel. Result: The options available in the Channel group are displayed. -
Page 24: Using The Lna (Low Noise Amplifier) Feature
Using the LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) Feature Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan Move Enter Edit Add/Delete Sort Name : Off Child Lock Move Enter Edit Add/Delete Sort Name : Off Child Lock Move Enter This function is very useful in the situation that the TV is used in... -
Page 25: Activating The Child Lock
Activating the Child Lock ◆ Activating the child lock This feature allows you to lock the television so that it cannot be switched on via the front panel. It can, however, still be switched on via the remote control. Thus, by keeping the remote control away from unauthorised users, such as children, you can prevent them from watching unsuitable programme. -
Page 26: Displaying Information
Displaying Information P 1 ✽ Picture : Dynamic Sound : Music 07 : 05 Changing the Picture Standard Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Normal Colour Control Film Mode : Off Size : 16 : 9 DNIe : On Move Enter Picture... -
Page 27: Adjusting The Picture Settings
Adjusting the Picture Settings Your television has several settings which allow you to control picture quality. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 28: Adjusting The Picture Settings (Pc Or Dvi Mode)
Adjusting the Picture Settings Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Custom Colour Control Film Mode : Off Size : 16 : 9 DNIe : On Move Enter Custom Contrast Brightness Sharpness Colour Tint Move Enter Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Custom Colour Tone... -
Page 29: Setting The Picture (Pc Mode)
Setting the Picture ➢ Preset to the PC mode by using the SOURCE button. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. - Page 30 Setting the Picture PC Setup Image Lock Position Information Auto Adjustment Move Enter Information : 1024 ✻ 768 Resolution H Frequency 48.5KHz V Frequency PC Setup Image Lock Position Information Auto Adjustment Move Enter Auto Adjustment Auto Adjusting (PC Mode) (continued) ➢...
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Page 31: Using The Fine Tune
Using the Fine Tune If reception is weak, you can fine tune a channel manually. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Channel. Result: The options available in the Channel group are displayed. -
Page 32: Viewing The Channel Scan Picture
Viewing the Channel Scan Picture Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan Move Enter Ch. Scan P 1 ✽ Freezing the Current Picture Press the MENU button. Result: √ √ √ √ Press the † or … button to select Channel. √... -
Page 33: Selecting The Picture Size
Selecting the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 34: Selecting The Film Mode
Selecting the Film Mode Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Normal Colour Control Film Mode : Off Size : 16 : 9 DNIe : On Move Enter Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Normal Colour Control Film Mode Size : 16 : 9... -
Page 35: Setting The Blue Screen
Setting the Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automati- cally replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue Screen“ mode to “Off“. Press the MENU button. -
Page 36: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)
Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Normal Colour Control Film Mode : Off Size : 16 : 9 DNIe : On Move Enter : On Source : TV Swap Size Position Prog. : P 11 Move Enter... - Page 37 Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Press the † or … button to select Position. Press the ENTER ) button. Result: The positions available are displayed. Press the † or … button to select Prog.. Select the channel that you want to view through sub picture by pressing the ENTER ( ) button.
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Page 38: Using The Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction) Feature
Using the Digital NR (Digital Noise Reduction) Feature Setup Time Language : English AV Setup Digital NR : On Miscellaneous PC Setup Move Enter Setup Time Language : English AV Setup Digital NR : On Miscellaneous PC Setup Move Enter If the signal received by your television is weak, you can activate this feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. -
Page 39: Changing The Sound Standard
Changing the Sound Standard You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. -
Page 40: Adjusting The Sound Settings
Adjusting the Sound Settings Sound Mode : Standard Equalizer Auto Volume : Off SRS TSXT : Off Internal Mute : Off Move Enter Equalizer 100 300 1K 3K 10K √ √ Move Adjust Adjusting the Volume Automatically Sound Mode : Standard Equalizer Auto Volume : Off... -
Page 41: Setting The Trusurround Xt
Setting the TruSurround XT 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 42: Selecting The Sound Mode (Depending On The Model)
Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) The “DUAL I-II” button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When power is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “Dual-I ” or “Stereo”, depending on the current transmission. Type of broadcast Regular broadcast (Standard audio) -
Page 43: Setting The Sleep Timer
Setting the Sleep Timer You can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after which the television automatically switches to Standby mode. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. -
Page 44: Setting And Displaying The Current Time
Setting and Displaying the Current Time Setup Time Language : English AV Setup Digital NR : On Miscellaneous PC Setup Move Enter Time Clock 07 : 05 Sleep Timer On Timer Off Timer Move Enter Clock Hour √ √ Move Adjust You can set the television’s clock so that the current time is displayed by pressing the “INFO (... -
Page 45: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically
Switching the Television On and Off Automatically You can set the television’s clock and set the On or Off timers so that the television will: ◆ Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select ◆... -
Page 46: Viewing An External Signal Source
Viewing an External Signal Source Input Source List : TV Edit Name Move Enter Source List Ext.1 Ext.2 Ext.3 ▼ More Move Enter Input Source List : TV Edit Name Move Enter Edit Name Ext.1 Ext.2 Ext.3 Cable STB HD STB S-Video1 Satellite STB ▼... -
Page 47: Redirecting An Input To The External Output
Redirecting an Input to the External Output Your television enables you to choose which audio/video signals are output to the external connector. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the † or … button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. -
Page 48: Teletext Feature
Teletext Feature Most television channels provide written information services via teletext. Information provided includes: ◆ Television programme times ◆ News bulletins and weather forecasts ◆ Sports results ◆ Travel information This information is divided into numbered pages (see diagram). Part Contents Selected page number. -
Page 49: Displaying The Teletext Information
Displaying the Teletext Information You can display Teletext information at any time on your television ☛ For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable; otherwise: ◆ Information may be missing ◆ Some pages may not be displayed Select the channel providing the Teletext service by pressing the button. -
Page 50: Selecting Display Options
Selecting Display Options When you have displayed a Teletext page, you can select various options to suit your requirements. To display... ◆ Hidden text (answers to quiz games, for example) ◆ The normal screen ◆ A secondary page by entering its number ◆... -
Page 51: Selecting A Teletext Page
Selecting a Teletext Page You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed. -
Page 52: Teleweb Feature
TeleWeb Feature Setup Time Language : English AV Setup Digital NR : On Miscellaneous PC Setup TeleWeb Move Enter TeleWeb TeleWeb Provider Search Provider Select Download : Off Move Enter TeleWeb TeleWeb : On Provider Search Provider Select Download : Off Move Enter Provider Search... -
Page 53: Using The Teleweb Menu After Displaying The Teleweb
Add Bookmark Home Page Current programme. - - - - Selected provider. - - - - Service is loading. Move Enter Exit Bookmark List SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS TARA SYSTEMS KIA MOTORS MICRONAS OLYMPIC NEWS ECONOMICS Move Delete Exit TeleWeb √ √... -
Page 54: Easy Accessing The Teleweb Service Via The Remote Control
Easy Accessing the TeleWeb Service via the Remote Control Button Function TeleWeb Activate or deactivate the TeleWeb feature directly. Display the forward page of the TeleWeb Display the backward page of the TeleWeb Select a option. Confirm your choice. -
Page 55: Connecting To The External Devices
Connecting to the External Devices “MONITOR OUT” are used for the equipment with an RGB output, such as video game devices or video disc players. Rear of the TV (Input/Output) ① This end can be fitted with: ◆ A SCART connector ◆... -
Page 56: Connecting To The S-Video Input
Connecting to the S-Video Input The S-VIDEO1 and RCA (AUDIO-L/R) connectors are used for equipment with an S-Video output, such as a camcorder or VCR. Rear of the TV Side of the TV ① To play picture and sound, both the S-VIDEO and RCA connectors must be used. ①... -
Page 57: Connecting To The Dvi Input
Connecting to the DVI Input The “DVI” (video) and “L-AUDIO-R” connectors are used for equipment with a DVI output. Rear of the TV Connecting to the PC Input The “RGB” (video) and “AUDIO” connectors are used for interfacing with your PC. Rear of the TV Personal Computer Personal Computer... -
Page 58: Connecting To The Component Input
Connecting to the Component Input ① Rear of the TV DTV receiver ② ① The “COMPONENT 1” connectors are used for equipment with a DVD output. (480i,p/576i,p/720p/1080i) ② The “COMPONENT 2” connectors are used for DTV receiver. (480i,p/576i,p/ 720p/1080i) -
Page 59: Connecting And Using The Home Theater System
Connecting and Using the Home Theater System Use the Monitor Out ports of the PDP for Home Theater System Connections. Rear of the TV ② ① DVD Home Theater ☛ ◆ Refer to corresponding user’s manual from the manufacturer for wiring the speakers to the DVD Home Theater System (or AV Receiver). -
Page 60: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Windows Only)
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.) On the windows screen, select in the following sequence: Start ➞... -
Page 61: Input Mode (Pc/Dvi)
Input Mode (PC/DVI) Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The table below shows all of the display modes that are supported: Video Signal Dot x Line 640 x 350 640 x 400 720 x 400 640 x 480... -
Page 62: Pin Configurations
Pin Configurations SCART Connector (AV1/AV2/AV3) ➢ Pins 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15 and 16 are used for RGB processing and are only wired on the AV1 or AV2 or AV3 connector. Audio output R Audio input R Audio output L Audio chassis return Video chassis return (RGB blue) Audio input L... -
Page 63: Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel
Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel Before contacting 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... -
Page 64: Wiring The Mains Power Supply Plug (Uk Only)
Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only) IMPORTANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. -
Page 65: Programming The Remote Control For Other Components
Macom Magnavox Panasonic 003, 022, 027, 037, 044 Philips 019, 021, 023, 028 Pioneer 018, 020, 004, 044 Regal Regency Samsung 000, 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007 Scientific Atlanta Sprucer Stargate 2000 Sylvania Texscan Tocom Universal Viewstar 019, 021,023, 028... - Page 66 PROSCAN Quartz Quasar Radio Shack/Realistic 006, 018, 020, 021, 024, 025, 029, 034, 048, 056 017, 019, 002, 021, 035, 041, 043, 057, 068 Samsung 000, 001, 002, 003, 004, 005 Sansui Sanyo Scott 003, 047, 052, 067 Sears 018, 019, 006, 024, 028, 029, 041, 048, 051...
- Page 67 Memo...
- Page 68 - AFTER SALES SERVICE - Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agent if a change in the performance of your product indicates that a faulty condition may be present. European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (92/31/EEC), (93/68/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.