bJe 0f Contents Your New Wide TV .................... List of Features ....................... Accessories ......................Front Panel Buttons ....................Front Panel Information Window ................Rear Panel Jacks ....................Remote Control ....................Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ............. Connections ..................... Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ............... Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads .............
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Special Features ....................Customizing Your Remote Control ................Remote Control Codes ..................Fine Tuning Channels ................... LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) ..................Selecting the Color Tone ..................Changing the Picture Size ..................Digital Noise Reduction ..................DNle (Digital Natural Image engine)_ ............
YourNew WideTV List o fFeatures Your TV was designed and engineered using the latest technology. It is a full-featured, high-performance unit that exceeds industry standards. In addition, it has these special features: • Easy-to-operate remote control • Easy-to-use on-screen menu system you can access from the side panel or remote control •...
Front P und Buttons The buttons on the kont panel control your TV's basic features, including the on-screen menu system. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. i...... Slandhy slale. AuIo limeronhas been sel. (Slandhy indicalor; Red) (Timer indicalor) Press andhold lhePOWER hnllon forafewseconds Press I oswilch b elween viewing 1 V programs a nd...
Rear P anel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect components such as a VCR. You can connect different components such as VCRs, Set-Top Box ancta DVD player etc., because there are two sets of video input jacks and three set of component video input jacks on the rear panel of your TV.
You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote control, 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. See pages 44~45 for details, POWER 16.
JnstdJing (ontrd Batteries in the Remete With normal use, the batteries in the remote control should last about a year. If you notice a performance degradation while using the remote, the batteries may need to be replaced. Make sure you replace both batteries and do not mix old and new batteries in the remote control.
nnect[ons Connecting VHF andUHF Antennas If you do not hove a cable system, you will need to connect on antenna to your TV. Antennas with 300-ohnl Flat Twin Leads If your antenna looks like this: it has 300-ohm flat twin leads. Place the wires from the Iv/in leads under the screws on the 300-75 ohm adaptor (not...
Separate V HFandUHFAntennas 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 an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops). Connect both antenna leads to the combiner.
(onnect[ons Connecting Cable T V and VCR You can connect different cable systems to your TV, including cable without a cable box, and cable with a cable box that descrambles some or all channels. Qb[e w[thoet a Qbb Box If you want to connect cable, and you do not need to use a cable box: Plug the incoming cable into the "ANT 1 IN"...
Connecting a (abJe (enverter Be× This connection allows you to watch cable and premium channels. You should keep your TV selected to "ANT 1 IN" so that you can use the TV features. When viewing premium channels, select "ANT 2 IN" and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever channel is vacant in your area), then use the converter box to change channels.
nnect[ons Conneding a @recorder The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. You can use your camcorder to view tapes without using a VCR. Locate the A/V output jacks on the Camcorder camcorder.
Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. (ennecting toY,PB, P R Connect a set of audio cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) AUDIO (L,R) IN jacks on the TV anct the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player.
nnect[ons Connecting a DTV Set-Top Box (onnecting to Y,PB, P R Connect a set of audio cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) AUDIO (L,R) IN jacks on the Incoming Cable TV and the AUDIO OUT or Antenna jacks on the Set-Top Box. Connect a set of video cables between the COMPONENT...
(ennectingte R,G,B TV Rear Panel Connect a set of audio cables between the PC AUDIO (L,R) IN jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box. Connect a R,G,B video cable belween the PC IN jack on the TV and the R.G.B OUT jack on the Set- Incoming Cable Top Box.
eration Torning theTV On andOil Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Viewing theMenos andOn-Screen Displays The on-screen menu system allows you to control the settings of your TV. Access the on-screen menu system by pressing the MENU button on the remote control.
SeJecfing theMenu Language Choose a language for the on-screen menus: English, Spanish or French. Press the MENU button. Language : English Press the • or • button to Time V-Chip select "Setup", then press the Caption ENTER button. Blue Screen : Off Melody : On...
erat[on Memorizing theChannels 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 CHA and CHv buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits.
Storing(hanneJsin Memory (Autematk Methed) First, select the correct signal source ("Air", "STD', "HRC" or "IRC') as described on the previous page. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "Auto Program", then press the ENTER button.
erat[0n Changing Channds You can change channels on your TV by using the CHA and CHv buttons, or by direct selection using the number buttons. You can use the number buttons to tune to any channel (even one that has been erased or has not been memorized). Usin_the (hannd Buttons Press the CH/_ or CHV button to change channels.
Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and CATV). This allows you to quickly and easily find frequently watched channels by pressing the FAV.CH button on the remote control. To Store YourFavorite (hannds: Press the MENU button.
erat[on Scunning theChunnds The IV automatically scans all of the channels it has memorized. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "Scan", then press the ENTER button.
Labeling theChannds Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel "CBS", "ESPN", (i.e., "PBS2", CNN1 ", etc.). A label consists of five fields, where each field is a letter, a number or a blank. When the INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear next to the channel number.
eraf[on Picture C ontrd You can use the on-screen menus to change the "Contrast", "Brightness", "Sharpness", "Color" anct "Tint" according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the automatic settings. See next page.) (ustomizin_ the Picture Press the MENU button. Press the •...
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Using Settings Autematk Picture Your TV has automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard" and "Cinema") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either "Dynamic", "Standard" or "Cinema" by pressing the P.MODE button (or by making a selection from the menu).
erat[on S00nd C 0ntrd You con control and customize the sound levels and settings of the TV with the remote control. Adjustin_ the Vdume Press the VOL+ or VOL- buttons to increase or decrease the volume. Usin_ the MUT[ Button At any time, you con temporarily cut off the sound.
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Press the • or • button to select a particular item to be changed. Press the • or • button to increase or decrease the selected frequency. Press the EXIT button to exit. Using Auten_atk$eundSettings Your TV has automatic sound settings ("Standard", "Music", "Movie"...
erat[on Setting thedock 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 the INFO button.) Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to POWE_ select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
Setting t heTimers This TV can be set to turn on or off automatically at specific times that you choose. Before using the timers, you must set the TV's clock, as described previously. Settin_j t he On/Off Timer Press the MENU button. Langu;ge iEngiish _"...
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erat[on Setting the $Jeep Timer automatically shuts off the TV after time (from 30 to 180 minutes). sleep timer a preset Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to ..
Viewing anExternal Signd Source Use the remote control to switch belween viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCR, DVD, Set-Top box and the TV source (broadcast or cable), Settin_the Si_nd Source Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select "Input".
erat[0n Assigning Names l0 E×iemal inpulMode This Feature enables you to name the input source you have connected. Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to POWE TV ST8 VCR CABLE DVD select "Input". Press the • or • button to to select "Edit Name", then M_;T£...
Freezing theCurrent Picture You can freeze the picture when watching a television program simply by pressing the STILL button. To return to normal viewing, press it again. NOTE • In the PIP mode, the main and sub pictures are stilled at the same time.
Your TV comes equipped with a universal remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote control can also operate a VCR, Cable box, DVD and Set-Top Box made by Samsung (even if your VCR, Cable box and DVD are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). NOTE •...
SpeciaJ Features Fine T uning Channds The Fine Tuning function letsyou manually adjust the TV's tuner if you have difficulty tuning channels, Using the number buttons on the remote control, select the channel you want to fine tune. Press the MENU button. Press the •...
LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) When a weak broadcast signal causes a noisy picture, setting the "LNA" feature "On" improves the picture quality. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. Press the •...
SpeciaJ Features Sebding t heOdor T one Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button b select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "Color Tone", then Mode : Standard Coior%ne i Warm1 Size iWide...
Changing thePicture S ize You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "Size", then press the ENTER button.
SpeciaJ Features DigiMNoise 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. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.
DNle T M ( Digilul N atural Image engine) This feature brings you a more detailed image with 3D noise reduction and detail, contrast and white enhancement. Press the MENU button. Mode : Standard Press the • or • button to _oior%ne iWarmi _"...
SpeciaJ Features Setting t heMyOdorControl Mode This feature allows users to adjust colors according to their preferences by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings ("Blue", "Green", "Pink", "Standard", "Custom") without affecting other colors on the screen. NOTES •...
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(estem Settiags Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to POWER select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "My Color Control", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or •...
Sle¢ial Features Setting the Film Mode You con automatically sense and process film signals all sources and adjust the from picture optimum quality. Press the MENU button. Mode :Standard _. _'_ FOW£R Press the • or • button to Coior%ne iWarmi Size : Wide...
Viewing P kture-ln-Pkture One of the most best features of your TV is the Picture-ln-Picture (PIP) feature. The advanced system allows watch you to two different pictures at once, even if you don't have a VCR or connected to your TV, A¢|ivatin_ the PIP Press the MENU button.
SpeciaJ Features Sdecting an E×temaJ Source You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. Press the MENU button. Mode :Standard Press the • or • button to Coior%n_ iWarmi Size : Wide select "Picture", then press Digital : Off...
Swupping the SubPictureand Main Picture Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "Swap", then press the ENTER button.
SpeciaJ Features Changing the Size eJthe SubPicture Press the MENU button. ROWE_ Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button.....
Changingthe Location d the SubPicture Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to ..¸i!l¸!¸¸¸¸ ..select "PIP", then press the Mode : Standard _"...
Special Features Changing the (hannel d the SubPicture After you set the signal source (antenna or cable) of the sub picture, it is easy to change channels. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.
Sdectin£ the Sount Source You can use this feature to hear sound from the main or sub picture. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. PMODE 5MOD[ <2D ¸C_D Press the •...
SpeciaJ Features Setting theSRS T SXT 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 lwo-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
Choosing aMdti-Channd Sound ( MTS)track Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to "Mona", "Stereo" or "SAP (Separate Audio Program)". "SAP" audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes "SAP" has unrelated information like news or weather. Press the MENU button. Press the •...
Special Features Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and it is inconvenient to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. "Auto Volume" automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.
Enjoying theSound o f External Sped ers When using a device such as Home Theater or Amplifier with external speakers, you can set "Internal Mute" to "On" to cutoff sound from the TV's internal speakers. Press the MENU button. Press the • or •...
Special Features Using theV°Chip (USA) Access to channels and programs is controlled by a password (i.e., a 4-digit secret code that is defined by the user). The on-screen menu will instruct you to assign a password (you can change it later, if necessary). NOTE •...
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Hew to EnabJe/K)isabJe the Rating Centrds Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button..Press the • or • button to .... select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button. Press the number buttons to enter your current 4-digit pin number.
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Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using the "TV ParentalOuidelines" The parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The "TV Parental Guidelines" or "MPAA Rating". Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
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You can independently lock the TV ratings. The locked TV (FCC) ratings are indicated by the symbol "_". Press the A/V/4/I_ buttons and the ENTER button to activate the appropriate restrictions for TV (FCC) rating system. TV-Y : Young chiJdren TV-Y7 : Children 7 and over TV-G : General audience...
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Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using the "MPAA Rating" The Movie rating system uses the "MPAA" (Motion Picture Association of America) system, and its main application is for movies. When the rating control is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either "MPAA Rating"...
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ImportantNotes About Parental Locks Explanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems: TV (FCC) Age-Based Ratings TV-G Genera] audience. It contains little or no TV-MA violence, no strong language, and little or no Mature audiences only. This program may sexual dialog or situations.
SpeciaJ Features Viewing Closed Caption Information Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions information that is broadcast along with some usually television shows. These captions are subtitles for the hearing impaired or translations into other languages. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so pre- recorded video tapes can also deliver closed-caption information.
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Depending on the particular broadcast, it might be necessary to make changes to "Channel" and "Field". Press the • or • button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button..Press the • or • button to ....select "1" ....
SpeciaJ Features Setting t heBJue S creen M ode 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"...
Setting The On/Off Md0dy A melody sound con be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Press the • or • button to ..
Spe¢iaJ Features Using t heColor Wedmess Enhancement Feature This feature adjusts the Red, Blue or Green color to enhance the picture according to the user's particular color weakness. Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
PC DispJay Using Your TVasa Computer (PC) D isplay Howto Connect YourPCto theTV This figure shows the Standard Connector-jack panel. The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on the model. TV Rear Panel Audio Cable 15Pin(D-Sub) Cable glish - 78...
However, even if your actual screens look different, the same basic setup information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) First, click on "Settings" on the Windows start menu.
Adjusting thePicture Quality The purpose of 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...
PC DispJay Changing thePicture P osition After connecting the TV to )'our PC, adjust the position of picture if it is not well-aligned. Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to ..
Adjusting thePicture Q uality andPosition Automatically This feature allows the 1',/to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". Press the MENU button. Press the • or •...
PC Display Initializing t hePicture S ettings You can replace all picture settings with the factory default values. Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to ..,ii_i'!i'il ..select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
Changing thePicture S ize (PC Mode) You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". Press the MENU button. Press the • or • button to ..,ii_i'!i'il ..select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.
If the TV seems to hove a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of apply, these troubleshooting tips then call your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Possible Solution Try another channel, Adjust the antenna.
2. The lamp type is indicated on the right sicte of the TV. It is also indicated on the lamp case. 3. After checking the cocte number for the lamp, give the cocte number to the store where you purchased the TV or to a Samsung Service center. Caution 1.
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ppendix • For replacement, you willneed a 5.91Inches-long Phillips screwdriver and a pair ofgloves. Unplug IV, then remove the 7 screws..Remove the rear cover. Remove the 2 press-pin screws the Lamp. Separate the Lamp from the engine by holding the handle and pulling it out.
Cleaning andMaintaining Your TV With proper care, your TV will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Placement • Do not put the TV near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. •...