Samsung SP-43L2HX Owner's Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 COLOUR TELEVISION SP43L2HX SP50L2HX SP61L2HX SP46L5HX SP56L5HX 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...
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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: Caution
The exclamation point within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of important instructions accompanying the product. ☛ The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the TV set and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
◆ F OREWORD Safety Instructions ... ■ Caution ... ■ Replacing the Lamp... ■ ◆ C ONNECTING AND Control Panel of Your Television ... ■ Connection Panel of Your Television ... ■ Connecting to an Aerial or Cable Television Network ... ■... - Page 5 Contents ◆ U SING ELEVISION Changing the Sound Standard ... ■ Adjusting the Sound Settings ... ■ Adjusting the Volume Automatically ... ■ Setting the Dolby Pro Logic ... ■ Adjusting Your Dolby Preferences... ■ Setting the External Sound... ■ Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) ...
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Page 6: Replacing The Lamp
TV dealer, and tell them the model of your projection unit. ◆ You can identify the lamp type on the left side of TV and the lamp cover. ◆ The TV will be damaged if you use a lamp that is different from the original supplied by the manufacturer. -
Page 7: Replacing The Lamp
TV dealer, and tell them the model of your projection unit. ◆ You can identify the lamp type on the left side of TV and the lamp cover. ◆ The TV will be damaged if you use a lamp that is different from the original supplied by the manufacturer. -
Page 8: Control Panel Of Your Television
LED Indicators ( a ) Input Source Selection ( b ) Menu Display ( c ) Channel Selection ➢ The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on your model. SP43L2/50L2HX LED Indicators ( d ) Volume Adjustment... -
Page 9: Control Panel Of Your Television
➢ Using the Buttons on the Panel If the remote control no longer works or you have lost it, you can use controls on the panel of the TV to: ◆ Switch on the TV when it is in Standby mode and select channels ( ▲ C/P. -
Page 10: Connection Panel Of Your Television
AUDIO OUT Amplifier (L/R) or powered speaker (WOOFER) connection to take full advantage of the surround sound effect. ➢ The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on your model. Side of the TV Rear of the TV SP46L5/56L5HX... -
Page 11: Connecting To An Aerial Or Cable Television Network
In order to watch television programmes broadcast via a satellite network, you must connect a satellite receiver to the rear of TV. Also, in order to descramble a coded transmission signal, you must connect a decoder to the rear of TV. -
Page 12: Connecting Additional Speakers
Connecting Additional Speakers To take advantage of the surround sound system, connect additional speakers. The speaker terminals are located on the rear of the television: ◆ Two for the left-hand surround speaker (marked L) ◆ Two for the right-hand surround speaker (marked R) ➢... -
Page 13: Infrared Remote Control
AND THE NORMAL BROADCAST AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF/ TELETEXT CANCEL DNIe ON/DEMO/OFF/ TELETEXT SIZE SELECTION SET THE MBR CODE OF REMOTE CONTROL FOR THE PRODUCTS EXCEPT SAMSUNG PRODUCT (OPTION) INITIALIZE THE REMOTE CONTROL SETTINGS WHEN IT HAS SOME PROBLEMS OR DOESN'T WORK WELL ➢... -
Page 14: Switching Your Television On And Off
Switching Your Television On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your television. ☛ If you have purchased this television in the United Kingdom, refer to page 63 for further instructions on plug wiring. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. ➢... -
Page 15: Placing Your Television In Standby Mode
Placing Your Television in Standby Mode Your television can be placed in Standby mode, in order to reduce the Power consumption. The Standby mode can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example). Press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control. -
Page 16: 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 17: Plug & Play Feature
Press the ENTER ( ) button to confirm your choice. Result: The message Antenna Input Check is displayed. Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV, and then press the ENTER ( ) button. Result: The Country menu is displayed. -
Page 18: Choosing Your Language
Plug & Play Feature Setup Time Plug & Play Language : English Melody : Off Blue Screen : On AV Setup Film Mode : Off Image Lock Move Enter Choosing Your Language Setup Time Plug & Play Language : English Melody : Off Blue Screen... -
Page 19: Channels
Storing Channels Automatically You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you, (availability depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. However you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do not wish to watch. -
Page 20: Storing Channels Manually
Storing Channels Manually Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan : Off Move Enter Manual Store Prog. Colour System Sound System AUTO Channel Search - -- 887MHz œ œ √ √ Move Adjust Manual Store Prog. -
Page 21: Storing Channels Manually
Storing Channels Manually If you know the number of the channel to be stored, see the following steps. ◆ Press the œ or √ button to select Channel. ◆ Press the † or … button to select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel). -
Page 22: Skipping Unwanted Channels
Skipping Unwanted Channels Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan : Off Move Enter Edit Add/Delete Sort Name Child Lock Move Enter Add/Delete Prog. ✽ 1 ----- ✽ 2 ----- ✽ 3 ----- ✽ 4 ----- ✽... -
Page 23: Sorting The Stored Channels
Sorting the Stored Channels This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using ATM. You can delete those channels you do not want to keep. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. -
Page 24: Assigning Names To Channels
Assigning Names to Channels Channel Country : Austria Auto Store Manual Store Edit Fine Tune Ch. Scan : Off Move Enter Edit Add/Delete Sort Name Child Lock Move Enter Name Prog. 2 ----- 3 ----- 4 ----- 5 ----- 6 ----- Move Enter Name... -
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 can be switched on via the front panel but locked channel can be skipped. It can, however, still be switched on via the remote control. -
Page 26: Selecting A Channel By Information
Selecting a Channel by Information Information Prog. ✽ 2 ----- Mono ✽ 3 ----- ✽ 4 ----- ✽ 5 ----- ✽ 6 ----- Move P1 ✽ Mono Picture Mode Dynamic Sound Mode Speech Surround Sleep Timer Clock You can display the list of stored channels. Press the CH INFO. -
Page 27: Changing The Picture Standard
Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture 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 28: Adjusting The Picture Settings
Adjusting the Picture Settings Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Normal Colour Adjust Size : 16 : 9 Digital NR : On DNIe : On Move Enter Custom Contrast Brightness Sharpness Colour Move Enter Contrast Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone Normal... -
Page 29: Adjusting The Picture Settings (Pc Or Dvi Mode)
Adjusting the Picture Settings ➢ Preset to the PC or DVI mode by using the SOURCE button. 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 30: Setting The Picture (Pc Mode)
Setting the Picture Setup Time Plug & Play Language : English Melody : Off Blue Screen : On AV Setup Film Mode : Off Image Lock Move Enter Image Lock Coarse Fine Position Auto Adjustment Move Enter Coarse Fine Position Adjust Enter Auto Adjustment... -
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
) button. Result: You can view every memorized channel in order. This function is very useful in the situation that the TV is used in weak signal. LNA amplifies the TV signal in the weak signal area, but not noise. -
Page 33: Extra Picture Settings
Extra Picture Settings ◆ Size You can select the picture format which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. ◆ Digital NR You can activate this feature to reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. -
Page 34: Dnie
DNIe Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Colour Tone : Normal Colour Adjust Size : 16 : 9 Digital NR : On DNIe Demo Move Enter DNIe Demo DNIe On DNIe Off Freezing the Current Picture (Digital Natural Image engine) This feature bring you more detailed image with 3D noise reduction, detail enrichment, contrast and white enhancement. -
Page 35: Setting The Blue Screen
◆ On : Automatically senses and processes film signals from all sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality. ◆ Off : Switches off the Film Mode. ➢ Not available in TV, PC or DVI modes. Setup Time Plug & Play... -
Page 36: Changing The Sound Standard
Changing the Sound Standard Sound Mode : Custom Custom Auto Volume : Off Surround : Off Audio Out : Off Internal Mute : Off Move Enter Sound Mode Custom Standard Custom Music Auto Volume : Off Movie Surround : Off Speech Audio Out : Off... -
Page 37: Adjusting The Sound Settings
Adjusting the Sound Settings The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. 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. Press the ENTER ( ) button. -
Page 38: Setting The Dolby Pro Logic
Test Tone : Off Move Enter This mode allows you enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround effect fully with only surround speakers are connected to TV. This allows various modes for the main, center and rear speakers to be selected. Surround Mode... -
Page 39: Adjusting Your Dolby Preferences
Adjusting Your Dolby Preferences The following Dolby settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. ◆ Volume of the centre and rear speakers ◆ Pro Logic delay time for the rear speakers (between 15 and 30 ms) ◆ Activation/deactivation of the test tone to simulate the volume on each speaker Press the MENU button. -
Page 40: Setting The External Sound
◆ If you want to adjust the volume level with the volume control √ √ √ √ on the TV or external amplifier, set to Off. ◆ If you set to On... Return - You can adjust the volume level with the volume control on the audio amplifier. -
Page 41: Selecting The Sound Mode (Depending On The Model)
Selecting the Sound Mode 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) Regular +... -
Page 42: Setting The Melody Sound
Setting the Melody Sound Setup Time Plug & Play Language : English Melody : Off Blue Screen : On AV Setup Film Mode : Off Image Lock Move Enter Setup Time Plug & Play Language : English Melody Blue Screen : On AV Setup Film Mode... -
Page 43: Setting The Sleep Timer
If the sleep timer is already set, the remaining time before which the television switches to Standby mode is displayed. ➣ Power Off : TV automatically turns off when it receives no input signal for 15 minutes or longer. Setup Time Plug &... -
Page 44: Setting And Displaying The Current Time
Setting and Displaying the Current Time Setup Time Plug & Play Language : English Melody : Off Blue Screen : On AV Setup Film Mode : Off Image Lock Move Enter Time Clock : 00 : 00 Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : Off Off Timer... -
Page 45: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically
This function is available in only the timer “On” mode and will prevent a leakage accident or overheating, caused by your TV left on for a long time due to the timer “On” (when you are away on holiday, for example). -
Page 46: Viewing An External Signal Source
When you connect equipment to the TV, you can choose between the following sets of jacks : AV1, AV2, AV3, √ √ Component, PC or DVI on the TV’s rear panel, and AV4 or √ √ S-Video on the TV’s side panel. -
Page 47: Redirecting An Input To The External Output
Press the ENTER ( ) button. Select the source to be directed to the output of AV3 by pressing the † or … button. ➣ AV1 : Default (TV) AV2 : Default (Monitor Out) AV3 : Variable Press the ENTER ( ) button to confirm your choice. -
Page 48: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)
: Main Move Enter You can display a sub picture within the main picture of TV program or external A/V devices. In this way you can watch TV program or monitor the video input from any connected devices √ √... - Page 49 ➣ When the main picture is in the Video mode and the sub picture is in the TV mode, you might not hear the sound of main picture when pressing the SWAP ( picture channel. At this time, reselect the channel of main picture.
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Page 50: Listening To The Sound Of The Sub Picture (Pc Or Dvi Mode)
: Custom Colour Adjust Size : 16 : 9 Digital NR : On DNIe : On Move Enter : On Source : TV Swap Size Position Prog. : P08 Main Sound Select : Main Move Enter ➢ Preset to the PC or DVI mode by using the SOURCE button. -
Page 51: 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 52: Displaying The Teletext Information
If you wish to display the teletext information on a single screen, press the TTX/MIX ( ) button again. To exit from the teletext display, press the TV ( When you have displayed a Teletext page, you can select various options to suit your requirements. -
Page 53: 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 54: Connecting To The External Input/Output
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions and associated safety precautions. ① Decoder / Video game device Video disc player Satellite receiver Output Video + Audio (L/R) Only TV output is available. Output you are viewing. Output you can choose. -
Page 55: Connecting To The Dvd Input
Connecting to the DVD Input The RCA connectors are used for equipment with a DVD output. (480i, 480p, 576i, 576p) Rear of the TV Connecting to the Audio Outputs The “AUDIO OUT” connectors are used for equipment, such as an audio system or external amplifier (to take full advantage of the Surround sound effect). -
Page 56: Connecting To The Audio/Video Input
Connecting to the Audio/Video Input The RCA (VIDEO + L-AUDIO-R) connectors are used for equipment such as camcorders, video disc players and some video game devices. Side of the TV SP46L5HX/ SP56L5HX SP43L2HX/ SP50L2HX/ SP61L2HX Connecting to the S-Video Input The RCA (L-AUDIO-R) and S-VIDEO connectors are used for equipment with an S-Video output, such as a camcorder or VCR. -
Page 57: Connecting To The Dvi Input
Connecting to the DVI Input The “DVI” (video) and “PC AUDIO (L+R)” connectors are used for equipment with a DVI output. Rear of the TV ➢ The “DVI” does not support the Analog R (red), G (green) and B (blue) signals. -
Page 58: 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 59: 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: Standard Dot x Line 640 x 480 720 x 400 SVGA 800 x 600 1024 x 768... -
Page 60: Pin Configurations
Pin Configurations SCART Connector (AV1/AV2/AV3) Audio output R Audio input R Audio output L Audio chassis return Video chassis return (RGB blue) Audio input L RGB blue input Switching voltage Video chassis return (RGB green) RGB green input Video chassis return (RGB red) RGB red input Blanking signal (RGB switching) Video chassis return... -
Page 61: Programming The Remote Control For Other Components
Programming the Remote Control for Other Components This TV’s remote control can operate VCR, CATV , DVD, or Set-top box (STB), in addition to controlling the TV. ➣ The remote control might not be compatible with the TV manufactured by another company. - Page 62 PROSCAN Quartz 002, 005, 017, 021, 056 Quasar Radio Shack/Realistic 006, 007, 008, 009, 010 019, 025, 041, 042 Samsung 002, 007, 018, 019, 021, 026, 037, 041, Sansui 054, 056 Sanyo 007, 008, 018, 021, 026, 037 Scott 007, 008, 018, 026, 037...
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Page 63: Programming The Remote Control For Other Components
Cable Box (CATV) Remote Control Codes Anvision Hamlin Hitachi Jerrold Macom Magnavox Panasonic 003, 022, 027, 037, 044 Philips Pioneer Regal Samsung PROSCAN/RCA Panasonic Totevision Unitech 018, 025 Vector Research Victor Video Concepts 025, 037, 068 Videosonic Wards 002, 003, 006, 019, 020, 021, 024, 025,... -
Page 64: Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel
Troubleshooting: 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 Normal picture but no sound... -
Page 65: Technical Specifications
Model name SP43L2HX Tube type 16:9 43 inch Screen size (953/535.5 mm) Colour systems TV standards Sound Audio output power Sockets Rear Side Demensions 1029 x 755 x 399 (H x W x D mm) 27.6 kg... -
Page 66: 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 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.