Samsung CS21D8 Owner's Instructions Manual
Samsung CS21D8 Owner's Instructions Manual

Samsung CS21D8 Owner's Instructions Manual

Samsung cs21d8: user guide
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COLOUR
ELECT
TELEVISION
Owner's Instructions
Before operating the unit,
please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.

REMOTE CONTROL

ON-SCREEN MENUS
TELETEXT FUNCTION
(depending on the model)

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  • Page 1: Remote Control

    COLOUR ELECT TELEVISION Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. REMOTE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS TELETEXT FUNCTION (depending on the model)
  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    ◆ Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. ◆ Please use a soft and dry cloth (not containing volatile matter) when you clean the TV. ◆ If the television is broken, do not try to repair it yourself. Contact qualified service personnel.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ◆ PREPARING YOUR TELEVISION ■ Safety Instructions ... ■ Caution ... ■ Front Panel Controls (depending on the model)... ■ Using the Buttons on the Front Panel... ■ Connection Panels ... ■ Infrared Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext) ... ■...
  • Page 4: Front Panel Controls (Depending On The Model)

    Front Panel Controls MENU DISPLAY VOLUME ADJUSTMENT CHANNEL SELECTION Using the Buttons on the Front Panel (depending on the model) ➣ Buttons and markings are subject to change. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR STAND-BY INDICATOR POWER If your remote control no longer works or you have lost it, you can use the controls on the front panel of the television to: ◆...
  • Page 5: Connection Panels

    Connection Panels ➢ The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on your model. Front (or Side) of TV RCA AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT ➢ Connecting earphones ( ◆ You can connect a set of earphones/headphones to your television if you wish to watch a television programme without disturbing the other people in the room.
  • Page 6: Infrared Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)

    PICTURE SIZE SOUND MODE SELECTION TURBO SOUND ON/PLUS/OFF SOUND MENU DISPLAY ➣ Operation of remote control may be affected by bright artificial light near to the TV set. (All Functions Except Teletext) ➣ Buttons and markings are subject to change. POWER...
  • Page 7: Infrared Remote Control (Teletext Functions)

    Infrared Remote Control ➣ Buttons and markings are subject to change. TELETEXT HOLD PROGRAMME SELECTION BY NAME TELETEXT SUB-PAGE TELETEXT DISPLAY/MIX FASTEXT TOPIC SELECTION (Teletext Functions) TELETEXT NEXT PAGE LIST/FLOF MODE SELECTION TELETEXT PREVIOUS PAGE TELETEXT REVEAL PICTURE SIZE TELETEXT STORE...
  • Page 8: Inserting The Batteries In The Remote Control

    Connecting the Aerial or Cable Television Network Ω Cable Television Network Rear of TV You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you : ◆ Purchase the television. ◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly.
  • Page 9: Switching Your Television On And Off

    Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. ➢ The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the TV set and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz. Press the “ ” (ON/OFF) button on the front of the television.
  • Page 10: Plug & Play Feature (Depending On The Model)

    “Language” menu will be displayed about 30 seconds later. Exit Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the œ or √ button to store the channels (refer to “Storing the Channels Automatically” on page 12).
  • Page 11: Choosing Your Language

    Choosing Your Language When you start using your television for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications. Press the MENU ( ) button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the Function. Press the œ...
  • Page 12: Storing The Channels Automatically

    Storing the Channels Automatically Picture ¦ ¦ Mode Custom ‹ ‹ Adjust Size : Normal Select Enter Channel Auto Store Manual Store Add/Erase Fine Tune Sort Select Enter 471 MHz Exit Channel Sort From : P 1 : P-- Store Select Adjust Selecting a Channel Numbered Ten or Over...
  • Page 13: Storing The Channels Manually

    Storing the Channels Manually When storing channels manually, you can choose: ◆ Whether or not to store each of the channels found. ◆ The number by which you wish to identify each stored channel. Press the MENU ( ) button. Press the ▲...
  • Page 14: Skipping Unwanted Channels

    Skipping Unwanted Channels Channel Auto Store Manual Store Add/Erase Fine Tune Sort Select Enter Channel Add/Erase P 1 : Added P 2 : Added P 3 : Added P 4 : Added Select Adjust Channel Add/Erase P 1 : Erased P 2 : Added P 3 : Added P 4 : Added...
  • Page 15: Fine Tuning Channel Reception

    Fine tuning Channel Reception If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine-tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If however the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine- tune the channel manually.
  • Page 16: Sorting The Stored Channels

    Sorting the Stored Channels Channel Auto Store Manual Store Add/Erase Fine Tune Sort Select Enter Channel Sort From : P 1 : P-- Store Select Adjust Channel Sort From : P 1 : P 3 Store Select Adjust Channel Sort From : P 3 : P 1...
  • Page 17: Changing The Picture Standard

    Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. The following picture effects are available in the order given: ◆ Custom, Standard, Sports, Natural, Mild. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The Picture menu is displayed.
  • Page 18: Adjusting The Picture Settings

    Adjusting the Picture Settings Picture œ œ Mode Custom √ Adjust Size : Normal Select Enter Picture Adjust Color Tone : Normal Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Select Adjust Picture Adjust Color Tone : Normal Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Select Adjust Contrast Your television has several settings which allow you to control picture quality:...
  • Page 19: Changing The Sound Standard (Depending On The Model)

    Changing the Sound Standard You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. The following sound effects are available in the order given: ◆ Custom, Standard, Music, Movie, Speech. Press the MENU ( ) button.
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Sound Settings (Depending On The Model)

    Adjusting the Sound Settings Sound œ œ Mode Custom √ Adjust Auto Volume : Off Melody : On Pseudo Stereo : Off Turbo Sound : Off Select Enter Sound Adjust Bass Treble Balance L 50 R 50 Select Adjust Balance L 49 Adjusting the Volume The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences.
  • Page 21: Extra Sound Settings (Depending On The Model) (Auto Volume/Melody/Pseudo Stereo/Turbo Sound)

    ◆ Melody You can hear clear melody sound when the TV is powered ON or OFF. ◆ Pseudo Stereo Pseudo Stereo converts a monaural sound signal into two identical left and right channels.
  • Page 22: 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 23: Switching The Sound Off Temporarily

    Switching the Sound Off Temporarily You can switch the sound off temporarily, for example you may wish to answer the telephone. Press the MUTE ( ) button. Result: The sound is switched off and “ When you wish to turn the sound back on at the same volume as before, press the MUTE ( ) button again (or either of the volume buttons).
  • Page 24: 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 by pressing the “SLEEP ( )” button. Press the SLEEP ( ) button on the remote control. Result: If the sleep timer is...
  • Page 25: Setting And Displaying The Current Time (Depending On The Model)

    Setting and Displaying the Current Time You can set the television’s clock so that the current time is displayed when you press the “INFO ( )” button. You must also set the time if you wish to use the automatic On/Off timers. ➣...
  • Page 26: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically (Depending On The Model)

    This function is available in only the timer “On” mode and will prevent a leakage accident or overheating, caused by Exit your TV left on for a long time due to the timer “On” (when you are away on holiday, for example). (depending on the model) ) button.
  • Page 27: Activating The Child Lock

    Activating the Child Lock You can restrict viewing by locking the channels of your choice. Example: You can prevent your children from watching unsuitable programmes. Press the MENU ( ) button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the Function and press the œ or √...
  • Page 28: Setting The Blue Screen Mode

    Setting the Blue Screen Mode Function Language : English √ Time √ Plug & Play Blue Screen : On √ Child Lock Select Adjust 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 mode to Off.
  • Page 29: Teletext Decoder (Depending On The Model)

    To display the actual broadcast simultaneously with the teletext page, press the TTX/MIX ( To return to normal viewing press the TV (depending on the model) ) button, select the channel (index) ) button.
  • Page 30: Selecting A Specific Teletext Page (Depending On The Model)

    Selecting a Specific Teletext Page (depending on the model) Press the number buttons on the remote control to enter the page number directly: Enter the three-digit page number listed in the contents by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.
  • Page 31: Using Flof To Select A Teletext Page (Depending On The Model)

    The page is displayed with additional color-coded information that can be selected in the same way. To display the: Previous page Next page When you have finished, press the TV ( normal broadcast. (depending on the model) Press the: Red button.
  • Page 32: Storing Teletext Pages (Depending On The Model)

    ➢ Depending on the source selected, the pictures may appear automatically. ➢ To watch television programmes again, press the TV button and select the number of the channel required.
  • Page 33: Connecting To The Audio/Video Input/Outputs

    Connecting to the Audio/Video Input/Outputs ➢ The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on your model. Rear of TV (depending on the model) OUTPUT VIDEO AUDIO INPUT VIDEO AUDIO MONITOR -OUT INPUT (MONO) VIDEO L-AUDIO-R MONITOR -OUT...
  • Page 34: Automatic Degaussing To Remove Color Patches

    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.
  • Page 35: 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.
  • Page 36 - 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.

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