Samsung LN32A330J1N User Manual

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Page 1: User Manual
If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Contacte con SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Si tiene alguna pregunta o comentario referente a nuestros productos, por favor contacte con nuestro Servicio de Atención al Cliente.
Page 2: Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing
A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen • Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as "screen burn". To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Changing the Picture Standard ... 19 ■ Customizing the Picture Settings ... 19 ■ Configuring Picture Options ... 20 ■ Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults ... 23 SOUND CONTROL ■ Changing the Sound Standard ... 24 ■ Customizing the Sound ... 24 ■...
Page 4: General Information
 A special sleep timer.  Excellent Digital Interface & Networking : With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) needed.  HDMI/DVI connection of your PC to this TV.
Page 5: Viewing The Control Panel
Viewing the Control Panel Buttons on the Lower-Right Part of the Panel The buttons on the lower-right panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
Page 6: Viewing The Connection Panel
Viewing the Connection Panel Use the connection panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as DVD players or a VCR. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 6~12. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
Page 7: Remote Control
Remote Control You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. 1 POWER Turns the TV on and off. 2 TV Selects the TV mode directly. 3 NUMERIC BUTTONS Press to change the channel. Press to select additional channels(digital and analog) being broadcast by the same station.
Page 8: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
If you have two antennas, see "Separate VHF and UHF Antennas". Antennas with 300 Ω Flat Twin Leads If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or "rabbit ears") that has 300 Ω twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
Page 9: Connecting Cable Tv
ANT IN terminal on the rear of the TV. After you have made this connection, set the A/B switch to the "A" position for normal viewing. Set the A/B switch to the "B" position to view scrambled channels. (When you set the A/B switch to "B", you will need to tune your TV to the cable box’s output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)
Page 10: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Set-Top Box) Via Hdmi
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on the external device. 1. C onnect an HDMI Cable between the HDMI IN (1 or 2)
Page 11: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Cable Box/Satellite Receiver (Set-Top Box) Via Component Cables
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via Component cables The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) to your TV. 1. C onnect a Component Cable...
Page 12: Connecting A Vcr
Video Connection These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 6~7). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.
Page 13: Connecting A Digital Audio System
Connecting a Digital Audio System The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Digital Audio System (Home theater/Receiver) to your TV. 1. C onnect an Optical Cable between the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)” jacks on the...
Page 14: Connecting A Pc
HDMI/DVI Cable (Not supplied) Each PC has a different back panel configuration. When connecting a PC, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable. When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 jack.
Page 15: Operation
“Store Demo” mode is only intended for use in retail environments. If the unit is accidentally set to “Store Demo” mode and you want to return to “Home Use” (Standard): Press the Volume button on the TV. When the volume OSD is displayed, press and hold the MENU button on the TV for 5 seconds.
Page 16: Changing Channels
See page 16 to memorize channels. Using the Number Buttons 1. P ress the number buttons to go directly to a channel. For example, to select channel 27, press 2, then 7. For quick channel change, press the number buttons, then press the ENTER button.
Page 17: Adjusting The Volume
At any time, you can cut off the sound using the MUTE button. 1. Press MUTE button and the sound cuts off. " " is displayed on the screen. 2. To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again or simply press the or VOL button. Viewing the Display The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings.
Page 18: Using The Tools Button
• Auto Adjustment, see page 35 35 Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both "off-air" (Air) and "Cable" channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH by entering the channel digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding or deleting channels (Channel Lists).
Page 19 Press the ENTER button to start the auto program. Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ▲ or ▼ to select the correct analog signal cable system source among “STD”, “HRC”, and “IRC”. Press the ENTER If you have Digital cable TV, select the cable system signal source for both Analog and Digital.
Page 20: To Select The Source
To Select the Source Use to select TV or other external input sources such as DVD players or Cable Box/ Satellite receivers (Set-Top Box) connected to the TV. Use to select the input source of your choice. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 21: Picture Control
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Backlight”, “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color” or “Tint”, then press the ENTER 3. Press the ◄ or ► button to decrease or increase the value of a particular item. Press the ENTER button.
Page 22: Configuring Picture Options
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select “Picture”. 2. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture Options", then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a particular item. Press the ENTER When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER In PC mode, you can only make changes to the “Color Tone”...
Page 23 You can initialize the setting. HD (High Definition) ➣ 16:9 - 1080i (1920x1080), 720p (1280x720) Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have connected to an input of the TV. ➣ Input Source TV, Video, Component (480i, 480p) DTV(1080i), Component (1080i), HDMI (720p, 1080i) Alternately, you can press the P.SIZE button on the remote control repeatedly to...
Page 24 Setting the 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. 1. F ollow the “Activating Picture Options” instructions numbers 1 and 2.
Page 25: Resetting The Picture Settings To The Factory Defaults
“Picture”. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Reset", then press the ENTER Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “OK” or “Cancel” then press the ENTER button. Press the ExIT button to exit.
Page 26: Sound Control
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Equalizer", then press the ENTER 3. Press the ◄ or ► button to select a particular frequency to adjust. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to increase or decrease the level of the particular frequency. Press the ENTER button.
Page 27: 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 28: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Track - Analog
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Multi-Track Options", then press the ENTER button. 3. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Multi-Track Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a setting you want, then press the ENTER button.
Page 29: Setting The Tv Speakers On/Off
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "TV Speaker", then press the ENTER 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Off”, then press the ENTER Press the ExIT button to exit.
Page 30: Channel Control
Channel Control Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital The Clear Scrambled Channel function is used to filter out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to 20~30 minutes. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 31: Adding And Erasing Channels
Adding and Erasing Channels Using this menu, you can Add/Delete or set Favorite channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts. To use the Channel List function, first run “Auto Program” (see page 17). 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 32: To Set-Up Your Favorite Channels
Easy Setting 1. Press the TOOLS button on the remote control. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Add to Favorite” (or “Delete from Favorite”), then press the ENTER button. The current channel is added to (or deleted from) Favorites.
Page 33: Viewing The Channel Lists
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel List", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “All”, “Added” or “Favorite”, then press the ENTER button. 4. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER To toggle between your all channels, add channels or favorite channels, use the Red button on the remote control.
Page 34: Labeling Channels
ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a letter, a number or a blank (Results in this sequence: A...Z, 0...9, +, -, *, /, blank). Press the ► button to switch to the next field, which will be selected.
Page 35: Fine Tuning Analog Channels
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 36: Pc Display
Display Modes If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system doesn’t equal the standard signal mode, adjust the mode by referring to your videocard user guide; otherwise there may be no video.
Page 37: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc
Adjusting the Screen Quality The purpose of the picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning alone, then make the vertical frequency adjustments on your PC and fine tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of the screen.
Page 38 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Screen", then press the ENTER 2. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Image Reset", then press the ENTER button.
Page 39: Time Setting
“Clock Mode”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Manual”, then press the ENTER 4. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Clock Set”, then press the ENTER button. 5. Press the ◄ or ► button to move to “Month”, “Day”, “Year”, “Hour”, “Minute”, or “am/pm”.
Page 40 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Auto”, then press the ENTER 4. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time Zone”, then press the ENTER 5. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the time zone for your local area, then press the ENTER button.
Page 41: Setting The Sleep Timer
Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes). 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER Press the ▲...
Page 42: Function Description
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Time", then press the ENTER 2. T hree different On/Off Timer Settings can be made. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Timer 1”, “Timer 2” or “Timer 3”, then press the ENTER 3.
Page 43: Using The V-Chip
Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed. “V-Chip” function is not available in HDMI, component or PC mode.
Page 44 First, set up a personal identification number (PIN) and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAA rating. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 45 To select a different TV-Rating, press the ▲ or ▼ button and then repeat the process. Allow all: Press to unlock all TV ratings. / Block all: Press to lock all TV ratings. The TV-Y, TV-Y7, TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA have additional options.
Page 46 How to Set up Restrictions Using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-1, R, NC-17, x, NR The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system and its main application is for movies. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
Page 47 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER The message “Enter PIN” will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.
Page 48 • 18 ans+: Programming restricted to adults. The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is “more restrictive”. For example, if you block 8 ans+ category, then 13 ans+, 16 ans+ and 18 ans+ will automatically be blocked also. button.
Page 49 V-Chip might lock out all the channels. In this case, use the V-Chip function for an “emergency escape”: 2. P ress the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
Page 50: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied from an external device to TV. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may operate on digital channels.) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 51: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital
“Caption”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On”, then press the ENTER 4. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Caption Mode”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select submenu (Default, Service1~Service6,CC1~CC4 or Text1~Text4) you want, then press the ENTER 5. Press the ▲...
Page 52: Adjusting The Tv On/Off Melody Sound
Using the Energy Saving Feature This feature adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. When watching TV at night, set the "Energy Saving" mode option to "High" to reduce eye fatigue as well as power consumption.
Page 53: Upgrading The Software
Samsung may offer upgrades for TV's firmware in the future. Please contact the Samsung call center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) to receive information about downloading upgrades and using a USB drive. Upgrades will be possible by connecting a USB drive to the USB port located on your TV.
Page 54: Appendix
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, call your nearest Samsung service center. Problem Poor picture Poor sound quality. No picture or sound.
Page 55 This TFT LCD panel uses a panel consisting of sub pixels (3 133 440) which require sophisticated technology to produce. However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.
Page 56: Installing The Stand
Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the stand when attaching it. ➣ To make sure the TV is installed on the stand at a proper level, do not apply excess downward pressure to the upper left ➣...
Page 57: Auto Wall-Mount Adjustment (Sold Separately)
For product installation and the installation and moving of the wall mount, make sure to consult a specialized installation company. This installation manual is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a wall. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer.
Page 58: Wall Mount Kit Specifications (Vesa)
Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications. Do not use fasten the screws too strongly, this may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal injury. Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents.
Page 59: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
The location of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model. 1. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the LCD TV (Figure 1) and turn it in the locking direction (Figure 2). 2. Connect the Kensington Lock cable.
Page 60: Securing The Tv To The Wall
주의 Securing the TV to the Wall Caution: Pulling, pushing, or climbing on the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular, ensure your children do not 주의 hang over or destabilize the TV; doing so may cause the TV to tip over, causing serious injuries or death. Follow all safety precautions provided on the included Safety Flyer.
Page 61: Specifications
Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. This device is a Class B digital apparatus. For the power supply and Power Consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. LN2A0J1N 32 inches (31.5 inches measured diagonally)
Page 62: Dimensions
NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2008 Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

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