Samsung LTN325W Owner's Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Owner’s Instructions LTN325W I LTN406W LCD TV with Life-Like Picture & Sleek Design BN68-00448A-00...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. - Page 3 Caution: FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it. Caution: To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of plug to the wide slot, and fully insert the plug.
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Page 4: Fcc Information
3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unesired operation. - Page 5 The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature, and constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the dark side-bars on non-expanded standard format television video and programming, should be limited to no more than 15% of the total television viewing per week.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Turning the TV On and Off ........16... - Page 7 Setting the Sleep Timer ........54...
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Page 8: Chapter 1: Your New Tv
• Headphone jack for private listening • 16:9 letter box format available depending upon source List of Parts Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Remote Control(BN59-00364B) &... -
Page 9: Familiarizing Yourself With Your New Tv
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. Power Press to turn the TV on and off. -
Page 10: Rear Panel Jacks
Page 3 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. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 7-15. -
Page 11: Remote Control
O U R Remote Control Frequently Used Buttons You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. POWER Turns the TV on and off. -
Page 12: Display Button
Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “+100”, then press “2” and “1”. (See Page 24) Sleep Timer Press to select a time for the TV to turn off automatically. (See Page 54) Automatic Channel Button Press to automatically store selected TV/cable channels. -
Page 13: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
1. Is the TV power switch on? 2. Is the selected source TV and not video, cable or DVD? 3. Are the plus end and the minus end of the battery reversed? 4. Did the battery run out? 5. Is there a power outage? 6. -
Page 14: Chapter 2: Installation
VHF and UHF Antennas”, on page 8. Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or “rabbit ears”) that has 300-ohm twin flat leads, follow the directions below. Place the wires from... -
Page 15: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads
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. This procedure requires a an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops). -
Page 16: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels
If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of coaxial cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.) - Page 17 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.)
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Page 18: Connecting A Vcr
TV. If you have a “mono” (non-stereo) VCR, use the Y-connector (not supplied) to hook up to the left and right audio input jacks of the TV. If your VCR is stereo, you must con- nect two cables. -
Page 19: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr
Connecting an External Input Source Connect the Input/AUDIO cables to the Input/AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV and the Input/AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR (Connect the cables to the jacks of the same color.) Connect a set of audio cables... -
Page 20: Connecting A Dvd Player
Page 13 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connect a set of audio cables between the... -
Page 21: Connecting The Speakers
5.1. Channel system: 5 channels – 2 channels for the front (left and right); How to Connect 1. Connect the speaker cables to the Speaker OUT jacks on the TV and the IN jacks on the speakers. 2. Connect the Subwoofer OUT jack on the TV to the subwoofer. -
Page 22: Connecting A Pc
6/3/03 3:04 PM Page 15 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a PC Note: This figure shows the Standard Connector-jack panel. The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on the model. DVI-D TV rear panel... -
Page 23: Chapter 3: Special Features
You can also use the Power button on the front panel. [Note] 1. Use of the 'Power' button on the remote is possible only when the TV is in 'Power Saving' (stand-by) mode. If the TV is powered off, the remote cannot be used to turn the TV on. -
Page 24: Using Mute
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Using Mute At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button. Press MUTE and the sound cuts off. The word “ ” will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen. -
Page 25: Setting Up Your Remote Control
E AT U R E S Setting Up Your Remote Control After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in four different modes: TV, VCR, Cable, or DVD. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you hoose. - Page 26 Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Cable Box Note on Using Remote Control Modes: Cable Box When your remote control is in “Cable Box” mode, the volume buttons still control your TV’s volume. Turn off your cable box. Press the MODE button and make sure that the Cable LED is illuminated.
- Page 27 Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Note on Using Remote Control Modes: DVD When your remote control is in “DVD” mode, the volume buttons still control your TV’s volume. Turn off your DVD. Press the MODE button and make sure that the DVD LED is illuminated.
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Page 28: Remote Control Codes
6/3/03 3:05 PM Page 21 Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Admiral 015,088 Aiwa Audio Dynamics 022,025 Bell&Howell Broksonic Candle 016,018,022,054,055,061 Canon 017,062 Citizen 016,018,022,054,055,061 Colortyme Craig 016,021 Curtis-Mathes 009,016,017,023,024,055,062,073,076 Daewoo 003,004,005,006,007,008,022,054,085 Dimensia Dynatech Electrohome 017,018,019,022,024,029,032,036,043, Emerson 050,051,056,058,066,071,074,076,077,079 011,021,027,028,052,057,067 Fisher... -
Page 29: Chapter 4: Operation
C h a p t e r F o u r P E R AT I O N Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, two basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Setting Auto program, Clock. Press the POWER button on the remote control. -
Page 30: Memorizing The Channels
Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e., an antenna or a cable system). Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 31: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)
Press the ENTER button. The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program menu reappears. Press the MENU button to exit. To select channels over 100, Ex) Press ->... -
Page 32: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
Page 25 P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that will be added or erased. Press the ADD/ERASE button. Repeatedly pressing this button will alternate between “Added” and “Erased.”... -
Page 33: To Edit The Input Source Name
Page 26 P E R AT I O N To Edit the Input Source Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. Press the MENU button to display the on- screen menu. -
Page 34: Using Automatic Picture Settings
Your TV has two automatic picture settings (“Custom”, “Dynamic”, “Standard”, and “Movie”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Custom, Dynamic, Standard, or Movie by pressing P.MODE (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select “Custom” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings. -
Page 35: Customizing The Picture
P E R AT I O N Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, sharpness, color and tint according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See before page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 36: Using Automatic Sound Settings
Your TV has four automatic sound settings (“Custom”, “Standard”, “Music”, “Movie” and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by pressing the S.MODE button (or by making a selection from the on-screen menu). Or, you can select “Equalizer”, which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. -
Page 37: Customizing The Sound
P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See before page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 38: Selecting A Menu Language
6/3/03 3:07 PM Page 31 P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the DOWN button to select Language. -
Page 39: Setting The Blue Screen Mode
P E R AT I O N Setting the Blue Screen Mode If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatical- ly replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue screen”... -
Page 40: To Select An External Input Device
• If a VCR is connected to the output jacks, you can record the signals coming from the source of your choice. • If the output is set to TV and the PIP window function is on, you can select the audio from the PIP window. The output audio is automati cally changed to the audio from the PIP window. -
Page 41: Lna (Low Noise Amplifier)
Page 34 P E R AT I O N 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). Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 42: Fine Tuning Channels
6/3/03 3:08 PM Page 35 P E R AT I O N 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 43: Viewing Picture-In-Picture
P E R AT I O N Viewing Picture-in-Picture This product has one tuner built-in, which does not allow PIP to function in the same mode. Please see 'PIP Settings' below for details. You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously watch two video sources. -
Page 44: Selecting A Signal Source (External A/V) For Pip
Press the SIZE button to alternate between a smaller and larger PIP window. • You cannot select the PIP window function when the TV set is in energy saving mode. You will see the “Check the cable connection” or “Out of input range” message on the screen in PC mode. -
Page 45: Changing The Screen Size
Press the P.SIZE button to change the screen size. • Wide : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. • Panorama : Use this mode for the wide aspect ratio of a panoramic picture. • Zoom 1,2 : Magnifies the size of the picture on screen. •... -
Page 46: Adjusting The Background Color
6/3/03 3:08 PM Page 39 P E R AT I O N Adjusting the Background Color You can change the color of the entire screen according to your preference. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Picture”, then press... -
Page 47: Setting The Dnie
DNIe items. Press the MENU button to exit. • DNIe Demo: The screen shows the improved image on the left-hand side and the original • DNIe On: Improved picture mode demonstrated by DNIe Demo is activated. • DNIe Off: The mode is deactivated and the screen returns to its original condition. -
Page 48: To Enjoy Dolby Digital Sound
ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “ON”, then press the ENTER button. Turn the Dolby ProLogic II on while the TV is receiving mono or stereo signals to • enjoy the 5.1-channel Dolby surround sound. English-... -
Page 49: Turning The Dynamic Range On
Press the DOWN button to select “Dynamic Range”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “ON”, then press the ENTER button. Reduces the difference between the high and low volume. Suitable for nighttime • listening. English-... -
Page 50: Speaker
• When the Dolby ProLogic II is on: Turn the subwoofer on and choose the small speakers as your left and right front speakers to hear the bass sounds. •... -
Page 51: Level
ENTER You can choose On/Off for a • speakers, the center speaker and the left and right rear speakers are adjustable within the range of –10 ~ +10dB. Use to adjust the connection settings and output levels for each speaker. -
Page 52: Time Delay
The sound coming out of the speakers does not reach the listener at the same time; the tim- ing varies depending on the location of the speakers. This gap is adjustable by changing the delay time of the rear speakers. -
Page 53: Trademark & Lavel License Notice
45-degree angle from where the listener is seated. Center Speaker Although, ideally, it should be at the same height as the front speakers, you can also place it on or below the TV set. Rear Speakers Place the speakers behind the listener at a certain distance away so that they are placed 60 – 90cm higher than the listener’s ears and face downwards. -
Page 54: Changing The Stereo Settings
P E R AT I O N Changing the STEREO Settings If you live in an area that has poor reception (due to weak frequency), you may hear noise and experience poor sound quality during the channel selection. Set the stereo setting to Off to eliminate the noise. -
Page 55: Selecting The Sound
6/3/03 3:08 PM Page 48 P E R AT I O N Selecting the Main or Sub Sound You can select either Main or Sub when PIP is On. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Sound”, then press the... -
Page 56: To Select An External Input Device
• Optical cable: Changes electric pulses into optical signals for transmission. This transmission system transmits the digital audio signals in the S/PDIF format, in which the glass conductor trans mits the signals in the form of light. • Coaxial cable: Uses copper wires to transmit the digital signals. -
Page 57: Adjusting The Headphone Sound
6/3/03 3:08 PM Page 50 P E R AT I O N Adjusting the Headphone Sound The headphone option is especially useful when simultaneously watching the main screen and the PIP window. Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 58: Setting The Clock
P E R AT I O N 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 DISPLAY.) Press the MENU button to display the on- screen menu. -
Page 59: Setting The On/Off Timer
English- Before using the timer, you must set the TV’s clock. (See “Setting the Clock” on page 51) When you set the hours, make sure the correct time of day (am or pm) appears to the right of the hour. - Page 60 'Timer on' situation. This function will prevent the leakage accident or dissipation caused by the occation that your TV will be left in turned on situation for a long time due to 'Timer on'. (when you are away on holiday for example) To deactivate the “On time,”...
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Page 61: Setting The Sleep Timer
Page 54 P E R AT I O N Setting the Sleep Timer Set the timer for the TV to turn off at the preset time automatically. Setting the On/Off Timer Using the Menu Press the MENU button to display the on- screen menu. -
Page 62: Using The V-Chip
Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a Pin (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (Pin) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 63: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip
How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV guidelines” 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. - Page 64 While the “U” or ”B” is blinking, press the UP/DOWN Press the MENU button once to save the TV guidelines. A TV-Rating will be highlighted, and no letters will blink. To exit this screen, press the MENU again. To select a different TV-Rating, press the UP/DOWN Note 1: The TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA have additional options.
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Page 65: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R, Nc-17, X
Next, while the TV-Rating is selected, repeatedly press the RIGHT This will cycle through the available sub-ratings (FV,L, S, D or V). A blinking letter (“U” or “B”) will be displayed for each sub-rating. While the “U” or “B” is blinking, press the UP/DOWN Press MENU once to save the TV guidelines. -
Page 66: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ("Emergency Escape")
How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (“Emergency Escape”) If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: “Excessive rating”. -
Page 67: Chapter 5: Pc Display
The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. However, the actual screens on your PC will probably look different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in most cases. -
Page 68: 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 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. -
Page 69: Changing The Screen Position
Page 62 PC D I S P L AY Changing the Screen Position Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Setup”, then press the... -
Page 70: To Initialize The Screen Settings
6/3/03 3:09 PM Page 63 PC D I S P L AY To Initialize the Screen Settings Use to return the screen settings to the default values. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Setup”, then press the... -
Page 71: How To Dvi Select
. E v e n i f t h e c a b l e s a r e c o n n e c t e d p r o p e r l y, y o u m a y h a v e s e l e c t e d t h e w r o n g D V I s i g n a l i f y o u d o n o t s e e t h e b a n n e r o n t h e s c r e e n . -
Page 72: How To Auto Adjust
I S P L AY How to Auto Adjust Use the Auto Adjust function to have the TV set automatically adjust the video signals the monitor receives. The function also automatically fine-tunes the settings and adjusts the frequency values and positions. -
Page 73: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
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, call your nearest Samsung service center. - Page 74 6/3/03 3:10 PM Page 67 R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Problem “Not Supported Mode!” message. The image is too light or too dark. Horizontal bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image.
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Page 75: Appendix
The TV supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. To install any VESA mounting device, please follow the instructions given. Lower the TV set in the direction of the arrow (at a right angle) and fix the stand. Use the four screws to tightly fix the stand. -
Page 76: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The locking device has to be purchased separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. -
Page 77: How To Install The Wall Bracket
/right pair.) How to Adjust the Angle of the Bracket Note: Please adjust the angle of the bracket to 0 degrees before you fix it to the wall. Make sure you put the right hinge to the right side of the bracket and vice versa. - Page 78 How to Attach the LCD TV to the Bracket The LCD TV in the picture may not look exactly like yours. (You assemble the plastic screw anchors and the screws the same way regardless of the model of your TV.) Assemble the plastic screw anchors and the screws.
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Page 79: Pin Assignments
Using Your TV in Another Country 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. -
Page 80: Specifications
With Speaker 1013.0 x 218.0 x 625.0mm With Stand 22 kg Operating Temperature 50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C) Operating Humidity 10% to 80% Storage Temperature -13 °F to 113 °F (-25 °C to 45 °C) -
Page 81: Display Modes
P P E N D I X 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.