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Samsung LN-R408D Owner's Instructions Manual

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LN-R408D
TFT-LCD TELEVISION
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
Register your product at
www.samsung.com/global/register
BN68-00803A-00

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  • Page 1 LN-R408D TFT-LCD TELEVISION This device is a Class B digital apparatus. Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register BN68-00803A-00...

  • Page 2: Precautions When Displaying A Still Image

    Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Digital Ready TV: When you Although digital broadcasting must be in the select the regular screen (4:3) wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters mode to watch an SD-grade sometimes show programs made originally digital broadcast (and the set-top...
  • Page 3 • Integrated Digital TV Although digital broadcasting must be in the (Wide-screen): When the TV wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters receives SD-grade (regular) sometimes show programs made originally broadcasting signals (receives in the regular screen format (4:3) by 480p regular signals). converting the signals into digital form, in which case the left and right side edges of •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    O N T E N T S Chapter 1: General Information List of Features ........1 List of Parts .
  • Page 5 O N T E N T S Chapter 4: Picture Control Using Automatic Picture Settings ......34 Adjusting the Color Tone .
  • Page 6 O N T E N T S Chapter 8: Time Setting Setting the Clock ........71 Option 1:Setting the Clock Manually .

  • Page 7: List Of Features

    C h a p t e r O n e List of Features List of Parts...

  • Page 8: Familiarizing Yourself With Your New Tv

    E N E R A L N F O R M AT I O N Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV 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.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel Jacks

    E N E R A L N F O R M AT I O N 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 7-17.

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    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. You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR, Cable box, DVD player, or Samsung Set-Top box. POWER Turns the TV on and off.
  • Page 11 E N E R A L N F O R M AT I O N Anynet STILL P.SIZE DNIe INFO EXIT SLEEP CAPTION VCR/DVD Functions (Anynet mode only) RESET English-...

  • Page 12: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    E N E R A L N F O R M AT I O N Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the Cover out completely. Make sure to match the “ ” and – “ ” ends of the batteries with the Install two AAA size diagram inside the compartment.

  • Page 13: Connecting Vhf And Uhf Antennas

    C h a p t e r Tw o O N N E C T I O N S Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads” below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see “Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads”...

  • Page 14: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads

    O N N E C T I O N S Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads ANT 2 IN (AIR) Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 2 IN (AIR) terminal on the bottom of the back panel. 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.

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels This terminal might be labeled “ANT OUT”, “VHF OUT” or Find the cable that is simply, “OUT”. connected to the ANT OUT terminal ANT IN ANT OUT on your cable box.
  • Page 16 O N N E C T I O N S Connect an RF cable between the ANT OUT terminal Incoming on the cable box cable Splitter and the B–IN RF (A/B) terminal on the Switch Cable Box A/B switch. Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal Incoming...

  • Page 17: Connecting A Vcr

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 7-10). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. Unplug the cable or antenna from the ANT IN...
  • Page 18 O N N E C T I O N S TV Rear Panel VCR Rear Panel Connect an audio cable between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AV IN [ R-AUDIO-L ] jacks on the TV. Audio Cable (Option) RF Cable If you have a “mono”...

  • Page 19: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting an S-VHS VCR Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.)

  • Page 20: Connecting A Dvd/Set-Top Box Via Dvi

    Connecting a DVD/Set-top box via DVI DVD Player Rear Panel Connect a DVI to HDMI TV Rear Panel cable or DVI-HDMI Adapter between the HDMI/DVI connector on the TV and the DVI connector on the DVD player/Set-top box. DVI to HDMI Cable (Option) DVD Player Rear Panel Connect an audio cable between the...

  • Page 21: Connecting A Dvd Player

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player owner's manual. Be sure to match the component video and audio connections.

  • Page 22: Connecting An Amplifier/Dvd Home Theater

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater TV Rear Panel Amplifier/DVD Home Theater Connect an audio cable between the AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L] on the TV and AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] on the Amplifier/DVD Home Theater.

  • Page 23: Connecting Cablecard

    O N N E C T I O N S Connecting CableCARD You must obtain a CableCARD from a local cable service provider. TV Rear Panel Cable CARD RF Cable Insert the CableCARD into the “CableCARD” slot and the message “CableCARD Inserted” is displayed on the screen.

  • Page 24: Turning The Tv On And Off

    Press the button on the remote. You can also use the button on the front of the panel. Press the buttons to change channels. Press the button. The TV will switch to the last channel viewed. Press the buttons to increase or decrease the volume. MUTE Press and the sound cuts off.

  • Page 25: Viewing The Display

    Press the button on the remote control. The TV will display the channel, the type of sound, and the status of certain picture and sound settings. With the power on, press button. The main menu appears on the screen. It’s left side has six icons:Input, Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, Guide.

  • Page 26: Plug & Play Feature

    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. The message “Menu language, Channels and Time will be set.”...
  • Page 27 P E R AT I O N STD, HRC and IRC Press the UP/DOWN identify various types of buttons to select “Digital cable TV systems. Channel”, then press the Contact your local cable ENTER button. company to identify the type of cable system that Press the UP/DOWN exists in your particular buttons to select “STD”,...
  • Page 28 P E R AT I O N Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Yes” or “No”, then the ENTER button. “Select your time zone in which you live” menu is automatically displayed. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the time zone for your local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time...

  • Page 29: If You Want To Reset This Feature

    P E R AT I O N If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Plug & Play”. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 30: Memorizing The Channels

    P E R AT I O N Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH and CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits.

  • Page 31: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)

    P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) Press the MENU button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Auto Program”, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 32 P E R AT I O N After all the available channels are stored, the “Auto Program” menu reappears. Press the EXIT button to exit. English-...

  • Page 33: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)

    P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Press the MENU button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Add/Delete”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 34: Setting Up Your Remote Control

    After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: TV, VCR, CABLE, DVD, or Samsung Set-top box. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
  • Page 35 P E R AT I O N Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Cable Box Turn off your cable box. Press the MODE button and make sure that the CATV appears on the LCD screen. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the cable box code listed on page 31 of this manual for your brand of cable box.
  • Page 36 P E R AT I O N Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your . Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Turn off your DVD. Press the MODE button and make sure that the DVD appears on the LCD screen. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control.

  • Page 37: Remote Control Codes

    021 036 056 059 Philips 021 036 Pioneer 019 026 036 053 017 019 002 021 035 041 043 057 068 Samsung Sanyo 018 024 Sears 018 019 006 024 028 029 041 048 051 Sharp 020 034 045 015...

  • Page 38: To Select The Source

    P E R AT I O N To Select the Source Use to select TV or another external input source connected to the TV. Use to select the input source of your choice. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu.

  • Page 39: To Edit The Input Source Name

    P E R AT I O N To Edit the Input Source Name Name the device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”.

  • Page 40: Using Automatic Picture Settings

    C h a p t e r F o u r Using Automatic Picture Settings Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the “Dynamic”, “Standard”, “Movie”, or “Custom”...
  • Page 41 I C T U R E O N T R O L Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color”, or “Tint”, then press the ENTER button. The Tint can be adjusted in any mode other than PC mode. Press the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to decrease or increase the value of a...

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Color Tone

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Adjusting the Color Tone You can change the color of the entire screen according to your preference. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 43: Dnle (Digital Natural Image Engine)

    O N T R O L DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) Samsung’s new technology brings you more detailed images with contrast, white enhancement and 3D noise reduction. You can see how DNIe improves the picture by setting DNIe demo mode to On.

  • Page 44: Changing The Screen Size

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 45 I C T U R E O N T R O L When you press the P.SIZE button under the cover of the remote control, the TV’s screen mode should appear in sequence. The screen displays in this order: 16:9, Panorama, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3.

  • Page 46: Freezing The Picture

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Freezing the Picture Press the STILL button to freeze a moving picture. • Normal sound will still be heard. Press again to cancel. English-...

  • Page 47: Viewing Picture-In-Picture

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Viewing Picture-in-Picture This product has one built-in tuner, which does not allow PIP to function in the same mode. For example, you cannot watch one TV channel in the main screen, and a different one in the PIP screen.

  • Page 48: Selecting A Signal Source (External A/V) For Pip

    O: PIP operates PIP Settings X: PIP doesn’t operate Main Picture HDMI S-Video COM1 COM2 Sub Picture S-Video COM1 COM2 HDMI Note Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP • Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Source”, then press the ENTER •...

  • Page 49: Changing The Pip Channel

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Changing the PIP Channel • MAIN : AV, S-Video, COM1, COM2 : TV(DTV) Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select • MAIN : PC, HDMI “PIP Channel”, then press the : TV(ATV) ENTER •...

  • Page 50: Changing The Size Of The Pip Window

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Changing the Size of the PIP Window Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the desired size of the PIP window. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 51: My Color Control

    My Color Control Easy Control Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “My Color Control”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Easy Control”, then press the ENTER...

  • Page 52: Detail Control

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Detail Control Red, Green, You can adjust Press the MENU button to display the menu. Blue, Yellow, Pink and White without using the Press the UP/DOWN predefined settings in custom buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER mode.

  • Page 53: Dynamic Contrast

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast detects the visual signal input and adjusts to create optimum contrast. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 54: Brightness Sensor

    I C T U R E O N T R O L Brightness Sensor The Brightness Sensor adjusts the screen brightness automatically by using a light detecting sensor. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 55: Customizing The Sound

    C h a p t e r F i v e O U N D O N T R O L Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 56: Using Automatic Sound Settings

    O U N D O N T R O L Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, “Speech”, and “Custom”) that are preset at the factory. Or, you can select “Custom,” which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 57: Setting The Trusurround Xt

    O U N D O N T R O L 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.

  • Page 58: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound(Mts) Track - Digital

    O U N D O N T R O L Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages).

  • Page 59: Multi-Track Sound

    O U N D O N T R O L Multi-Track Sound Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Multi-Track Options”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 60: Automatic Volume Control

    O U N D O N T R O L Automatic volume control Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 61: Selecting The Internal Mute

    O U N D O N T R O L Selecting the Internal Mute Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 62: Choosing A Digital Sound Format

    O U N D O N T R O L Choosing a Digital Sound Format Digital sound can be output from the rear panel connector on your TV. The digital sound output is a connector labeled “Optical”. After connecting a digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby or PCM, as appropriate to your digital audio component).

  • Page 63: Setting The On/Off Melody

    O U N D O N T R O L Setting the On/Off Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 64: Selecting The Antenna

    C h a p t e r S i x H A N N E L O N T R O L Selecting the antenna Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 65: To Set-Up Your Favorite Channels

    H A N N E L O N T R O L To Set-up Your Favorite Channels MENU UP/DOWN ENTER UP/DOWN ENTER Only memorized channels can be set as favorite channels. UP/DOWN UP/DOWN ENTER Select All : Press to select all channels.

  • Page 66: Labeling Channels

    H A N N E L O N T R O L Labeling Channels MENU UP/DOWN ENTER UP/DOWN ENTER UP/DOWN ENTER UP/DOWN UP/DOWN ENTER EXIT • The names of digital broadcasting channels are automatically assigned and thus cannot be assigned by users. •...

  • Page 67: Viewing The Channel Lists

    H A N N E L O N T R O L Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels or your favorite channels. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 68: Editing The Channel Lists

    H A N N E L O N T R O L Editing the Channel Lists You can edit channels to be added or deleted. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 69: Fine Tuning Analog Channels

    H A N N E L O N T R O L Fine Tuning Analog Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 70: Checking The Digital-Signal Strength

    H A N N E L O N T R O L Checking the Digital-Signal Strength 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.

  • Page 71: Lna (Low Noise Amplifier)

    H A N N E L O N T R O L 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 72: Using Your Tv As A Computer (Pc) Display

    Windows and your particular video card. However, 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.) First, click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.

  • Page 73: How To Auto Adjust

    PC D 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. Note: This function does not work in DVI-Digital mode.

  • Page 74: Adjusting The Screen Quality

    PC D I S P L AY Adjusting the Screen Quality he 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.

  • Page 75: Changing The Screen Position

    PC D I S P L AY Changing the Screen Position Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “PC” then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 76: Initializing The Screen Position Or Color Settings

    PC D I S P L AY Initializing the Screen Position or Color Settings Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 77: Setting The Clock

    C h a p t e r E i g h t I M E E T T I N G 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.
  • Page 78 I M E E T T I N G Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Clock Set”, then press the ENTER button. • The current time will appear every time you press the Press the LEFT/RIGHT INFO button. buttons to move to “Month”, •...

  • Page 79: Option 2:Setting The Clock Automatically

    I M E E T T I N G Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 80 I M E E T T I N G Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Time Zone”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the time zone for your local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time zone on the map of the United States), then press the ENTER...

  • Page 81: Setting The Sleep Timer

    I M E E T T I N G Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). Quick way to access the sleep Press the MENU button timer setting: Simply press to display the menu.

  • Page 82: Setting The On/Off Timer

    I M E E T T I N G Setting the On/Off Timer Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 83 I M E E T T I N G Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Off Timer”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to adjust “Hour”, then press the button to move to the next step. Set other items using the same method as above.

  • Page 84: Selecting A Menu Language

    C h a p t e r N i n e U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER...

  • Page 85: Selecting The Film Mode

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Selecting the Film Mode On: Automatically senses and processes film signals from all sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality. Off: Switches off the Film mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 86: Digital Noise Reduction

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N 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.

  • Page 87: Using The Color Weakness Enhancement Option

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option This option adjusts the Red, Blue or Green color to enhance the image according to the user's particular color weakness. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 88 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the item you wish to change, then press the ENTER button. Press the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to change the value of the item, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 89: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external signal mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 90 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Caption Mode”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select submenu (CC1~CC4 or Text1~Text4) you want, the press the ENTER button.

  • Page 91: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER...
  • Page 92 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Caption Mode”, then press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select submenu (Service1~Service6, CC1~CC4 or Text1~Text4) you want, the press the ENTER button.
  • Page 93 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N • Size This option consists of “Default”, “Small”, “Standard”, and “Large”. The default is “Standard”. • Font Style This option consists of “Default”, “Style0 ~ Style 7”. You can change the font you want. The default is “Style 0”.

  • Page 94: Menu Transparency Level

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 95: Setting The Function Help

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Setting the Function Help Displays help on the menu functions. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 96: Using The V-Chip

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N 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.

  • Page 97: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 98: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The "Tv Parental Guidelines

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N How to Set up Restrictions using the “TV Parental 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 99 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing setup, a symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, = Blocked) While “...

  • Page 100: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R, Nc-17, X, Nr

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, 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.
  • Page 101 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N The “MPAA Rating” screen will appear. Repeatedly press the UP/DOWN buttons to select a particular MPAA category. Pressing the UP/DOWN buttons will cycle through the MPAA categories: General audience (no restrictions).

  • Page 102: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ("Emergency Escape")

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N 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: Enter your PIN number.

  • Page 103: Electronic Program Guide

    Electronic Program Guide Note...

  • Page 104: Using The Electronic Program Guide

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Using the Electronic Program Guide Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 105: Viewing Information About A Single Channel

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Viewing Information about a Single Channel MENU UP/DOWN ENTER ENTER UP/DOWN UP/DOWN EXIT Note • You can also view information about a single channel by pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control.

  • Page 106: Viewing Information About Channels

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Viewing Information about Channels Displays the program time and content for all channels. This function is available only when the program is digital. MENU UP/DOWN ENTER...
  • Page 107 U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N You may now: • Jump to a channel directly : Use the UP/DOWN buttons to highlight the program in the column and press the enter button. •...

  • Page 108: Reminder List

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Reminder List Viewing the Reminder List If you have made a scheduled viewing list of programs you would like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program.

  • Page 109: To View The Reminder List

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N To View the Reminder List Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 110: Using The Cablecard (Sold Separately)

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Using the CableCARD (Sold separately) This menu works with a CableCARD provided by a local cable service provider. Prior to accessing this menu, a CableCARD should be connected to the rear panel of the TV.

  • Page 111: Using The Cablecard Setup Function

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Using the CableCARD Setup Function Sets up the relevant options for CableCARD. CableCARD Reset Resets CableCARD when the channels provided by CableCARD are not available. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 112: Channel List Reorganization

    U N C T I O N E S C R I P T I O N Channel List Reorganization Deletes and reorganizes the channel list provided by the Cable Company and authorized by the CableCARD. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 113: Identifying Problems

    P P E N D I X 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. Identifying Problems Problem...
  • Page 114 P P E N D I X Problem Possible Solution The image is too light or too Adjust the Brightness and Contrast. dark. Adjust the Fine tuning. Horizontal bars appear to Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine flicker, jitter or shimmer on tuning.

  • Page 115: Disconnecting The Stand

    P P E N D I X Disconnecting the stand Remove four screws from the back of the TV. Separate the stand from the TV. Cover the bottom hole with a cap. English-...

  • Page 116: Installing The Wall Mount Kit

    P P E N D I X Installing the Wall Mount Kit Note: This installation is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a wall. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. Components (Sold separately) How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket Note: If the bracket is not firmly fixed to the wall, LCD TV can fall off.

  • Page 117: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    P P E N D I X 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 118: Cablecard And Digital Cable Ready Tvs

    P P E N D I X CableCARD and Digital Cable Ready TVs CableCARD and Digital Cable Ready TVs are the products of a new digital cable standard. This new standard is called OpenCable and it is a concerted effort to standardize the digital cable service network interface in North America.

  • Page 119: Specifications

    P P E N D I X Specifications LN-R408D Model Panel 40 inch Size 34.84 (H) X 19.59 (V) inch Display Size (885.168 (H) X 497.664 (V) mm) a-si TFT active matrix Type 0.0255 (H) X 0.0085 (V) inch Pixel Pitch (0.648 (H) X 0.216 (V) mm) 170/170 (H/V) Viewing Angle...

  • Page 120: 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.

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