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Samsung LN-T2342H Owner's Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 LN-T2342H LN-T2642H LN-T3242H TFT-LCD TELEVISION LN-T4042H LN-T4642H Owner’s Instructions Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register Record your Model and Serial number here for future reference. · Model __________ · Serial No. ____________...
  • Page 2 • Ver imágenes fijas de videojuegos y PC durante más tiempo del indicado puede producir restos de imágenes parciales. Para evitar este efecto, reduzca el ‘brillo’ y el ‘contraste’ cuando vea imágenes fijas. © 2007 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents GENERAL INFORMATION CHANNEL CONTROL List of Features ............2 Selecting the Antenna ..........37 Accessories..............2 Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital ....37 Viewing the Control Panel ........3 Setting the Channel Lists ........38 Viewing the Connection Panel........4 To Set-Up Your Favorite Channels......

  • Page 4: General Information

    - SRS TruSurround XT provides a virtual Dolby surround system. Accessories Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Cover-Bottom LN-T2342H, LN-T2642H Remote Control & Batteries Power Cord Cleaning Cloth (BN63-03176A)

  • Page 5: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control Panel 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. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. 1 SOURCE Toggles between all the available input sources Press to change channels.

  • Page 6: Viewing The Connection Panel

    Viewing the Connection Panel Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as VCR or DVD players. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 6-11. [Side Panel Jacks] 1 AUDIO OUT 6 AV IN 1 / AV IN 2 Connects to the audio input jacks on your Amplifier/ Video and audio inputs for external devices, such as a...

  • Page 7: Remote Control

    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 Set-Top/Cable Box. POWER When pressing this button, a number Turns the TV on and off.

  • Page 8: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the "+" and "–" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3.

  • Page 9: Connecting Cable Tv

    Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below. Cable without a Cable Box 1. Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the back of the TV. ANT 2 IN (CABLE) Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels.

  • Page 10: Connecting A Vcr

    S-Video Connection Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from a VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VCR.) 1. To begin, follow steps 1–3...

  • Page 11: Connecting A Camcorder

    Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. They allow you to view the camcorder tapes without using a VCR 1. Connect a Video Cable TV Side Panel between the AV IN2 [VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT...

  • Page 12: Connecting A Dvd Player/Set-Top Box Via Hdmi

    Connecting a DVD Player or Set-Top/Cable Box via HDMI This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on the external device. 1. Connect an HDMI Cable DVD Player, Set -top/Cable box Rear Panel between the HDMI IN TV Rear Panel (1,2 or 3) connector on the TV and the HDMI connector on the...

  • Page 13: Connecting A Digital Audio System

    Connecting a Digital Audio System The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Digital Audio System to your TV. 1. Connect an Optical Cable Digital Audio System between the “DIGITAL TV Rear Panel AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)” jacks on the TV and the Digital Audio Input jacks on the Digital Audio System.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the button on the front of the panel. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Menu language, Shop Mode, 1.

  • Page 15: Changing Channels

    ENTER button. Plug & Play The message “Select the time zone in which you live.” is displayed. Set to daylight saving time. DST : Move Enter Skip Plug & Play Press the ENTER button. If you have received a digital signal, the time will be set Selects a cable signal type for your location.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume 1. Press the VOL or VOL buttons to decrease or increase the volume. Using Mute At any time, you can cut off the sound using the MUTE button. 1. Press MUTE button and the sound cuts off. The word "...

  • Page 17: Viewing The Menus

    Viewing the Menus 1. With the power on, press the MENU button. Input The main menu appears on the screen. The menu’ s left side has five icons: Source List : TV Edit Name Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, Input. Then press the ENTER button to access the icon’s sub-menu. 3.
  • Page 18 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Channel ENTER button. Antenna : Cable Auto Program ENTER button. Clear Scrambled Channel Channel List Name Fine Tune Signal Strength : Off Move Enter Return Move Enter Return...

  • Page 19: Setting Up Your Remote Control

    Setting Up Your Remote Control After the television has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: TV, DVD, Cable, Set-Top Box, VCR. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
  • Page 20 Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD 1. Turn off your DVD. 2. Press the DVD button on your TV’s remote control. 3. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. 4. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the DVD code listed on page 20~21 of this manual for your brand of DVD.

  • Page 21: Remote Control Codes

    Remote Control Codes Brand Code Brand Code SAMSUNG 000 001 002 003 004 005 077 078 079 MONTGOMERY WARD ADMIRAL 002 025 AIWA MULTITECH 002 005 025 038 AKAI 004 027 032 007 008 018 026 037 062 064 AUDIO DYNAMICS...

  • Page 22: Cable Box

    PHILIPS 019 021 023 028 WARNER AMEX PIONEER 004 018 020 044 ZENITH 017 029 035 037 045 014 022 040 REGAL SAMSUNG DVD Product Code Product Code 000 001 002 Home Theater VCR COMBO 014 015 016 DVDR 003 004...
  • Page 23 032 063 SHARP YAMAKAWA 040 073 SANSUI XWAVE SANYO 062 090 ZENITH 076 121 SHINSONIC SAMSUNG SET-TOP BOX Product Code Product Code Ground wave STB 001 002 Satellite STB HDD COMBO Premium Satellite STB CABLE STB HDD COMBO Standard CABLE STB...

  • Page 24: To Select The Source

    To Select the Source Use to select TV or other external input sources connected to the TV. Input Use to select the input source of your choice. Source List : TV Edit Name 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. ENTER button.

  • Page 25: Picture Control

    Picture Control Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has Three automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie by making a selection from the menu. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Picture Press the ENTER button to select “Picture”.

  • Page 26: Activating Backlight

    Activating Backlight You can adjust the screen brightness by adjusting the LCD backlight brightness. (0~10) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Picture Press the ENTER button to select “Picture”. Mode : Dynamic Contrast 2. Press the button to select “Backlight”, then press the ENTER button. Brightness Sharpness 3.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Detailed Settings

    Adjusting the Detailed Settings You can set detailed picture settings. Activating Detailed Settings Picture Mode : Movie 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Contrast Press the ENTER button to select “Picture”. Brightness Sharpness 2. Press the ENTER button to select “Mode” Color ENTER button.
  • Page 28 Activating Gamma Detailed Settings You can adjust the middle brightness of pictures. (-3 ~ 3) Black Adjust : Off Dynamic Contrast : Off 8. Press the button to select “Gamma”, then press the ENTER Gamma button. Color Space : Auto White Balance 9.
  • Page 29 Activating My Color Control Detailed Settings Black Adjust : Off This setting can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. Dynamic Contrast : Off When using the My Color Control Feature, the current picture remains in movement. Gamma Color Space : Auto 15.

  • Page 30: Changing The Screen Size

    Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Picture Press the ENTER button to select “Picture”. ENTER button. Color Tone : Cool1 Detailed settings Size : 16 : 9 Digital NR : Auto...

  • Page 31: Setting The Active Color

    Setting the Active Color If you turn on this option, the colors of the sky and grass will be stronger and clearer for a more vivid on-screen picture. Picture 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button to select “Picture”. Color Tone : Cool1 Detailed settings...

  • Page 32: Freezing The Picture

    Freezing the Picture 1. Press the STILL button to freeze a moving picture. Normal sound will still be heard. Press again to cancel. While V-Chip is in operation, the Still function cannot be used. Setting the HDMI Black Level You can select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. 1.
  • Page 33 Changing the PIP Channel ENTER button. : On Position Press the ENTER buttons. Channel : Cable 3 • MAIN: PC, PIP: TV(Analog) • The channel can be active when the sub picture is set to TV. Move Enter Return : On Position Channel : Cable 3...

  • Page 34: Sound Control

    Sound Control Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the "automatic" settings.) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Sound ENTER button. Equalizer ENTER button. SRS TruSurround XT : Off Auto Volume : Off...

  • Page 35: Setting The Trusurround Xt

    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. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats. 1.

  • Page 36: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Track - Analog

    Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog Multi-Track Sound Multi-Track Options 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Preferred Language ENTER button. Multi-Track Sound : Stereo ENTER button. Enter Return ENTER button. Multi-Track Options Preferred Language : English ENTER button.

  • Page 37: Selecting The Internal Mute

    Selecting the Internal Mute Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Sound ENTER button. ENTER button. SRS TruSurround XT Internal Mute : Off Reset Move Enter Return Sound ENTER button. Mode : Custom Equalizer...

  • Page 38: Listening To The Sound Of The Sub (Pip) Picture

    Listening to the Sound of the Sub (PIP) Picture When the PIP feature is activated, you can listen to the sound of the sub (PIP) picture. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Sound ENTER button. Equalizer ENTER button. SRS TruSurround XT : Off Auto Volume : Off...

  • Page 39: Channel Control

    Channel Control Selecting the Antenna Channel 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Antenna : Air ENTER button. Auto Program Clear Scrambled Channel Channel List Name Fine Tune Signal Strength : On Move Enter Return 2. Press the ENTER button to select “Antenna”. Channel ENTER Antenna...

  • Page 40: Setting The Channel Lists

    Setting the Channel Lists You can add or delete a channel so only channels you want are displayed. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Channel ENTER button. Antenna : Air Auto Program ENTER Clear Scrambled Channel button. Channel List Name Fine Tune...

  • Page 41: To Set-Up Your Favorite Channels

    To Set-Up Your Favorite Channels You can set channels you watch frequently as favorites. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Channel ENTER button. Antenna : Air ENTER Auto Program Clear Scrambled Channel button Channel List Name Fine Tune Signal Strength : On Move...

  • Page 42: Using The Channel Lists

    Using the Channel Lists Displays the channel list automatically when you press CH LIST button on the remote. (Choose All, Added, or Favorite) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Channel ENTER button. Antenna : Air Auto Program ENTER Clear Scrambled Channel button.

  • Page 43: Labeling Channels

    Labeling Channels Channels can be labeled so that their call letters appear whenever the channel is selected. Channel 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Antenna : Air ENTER button. Auto Program ENTER button. Clear Scrambled Channel Channel List Name Fine Tune Signal Strength...

  • Page 44: Fine Tuning Analog Channels

    Fine Tuning Analog Channels 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Channel ENTER button. Antenna : Air Auto Program ENTER button. Clear Scrambled Channel Channel List Name Fine Tune Signal Strength : On Move Enter Return To store the fine tuning setting in the TV’s memory, press the ENTER button. Fine Tune Air 24 If you do not store the fine-tuned channel in memory, adjustments are not...

  • Page 45: 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.) 1.

  • Page 46: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc

    Setting up the TV with your PC How to Auto Adjust Use the Auto Adjust function to have the TV set automatically adjust the video signals the monitor receives. This function does not work in DVI-Digital mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup ENTER button.

  • Page 47: Setting The Home Theater Pc

    Changing the Screen Position 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Image Lock ENTER button. Position ENTER button. Auto Adjustment Image Reset Change to the PC mode first. Resolution :1360X768 @60Hz ENTER button. Move Enter Return Press the ENTER button. Position Press the EXIT button to exit.

  • Page 48: Time Setting

    Time Setting 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 the INFO button.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually 1.
  • Page 49 Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Press the buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Plug & Play Press the buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button. Language : English Time...
  • Page 50 Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Time ENTER button. 1/ 1/ 2005/ 12 : 30 am ENTER button.

  • Page 51: Function Description

    Function Description Selecting a Menu Language 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup ENTER button. Plug & Play ENTER button. Language : English Time Game Mode : Off V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium More Move Enter Return "Français".

  • Page 52: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog

    Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates when watching regular analog channels or when you have an analog external component (such as a VCR) connected. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Plug &...

  • Page 53: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital

    Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. ENTER button. Caption Caption : Off ENTER button. Caption Mode : Default 3. Press the ENTER button to select “Caption”. Caption Options ENTER button.

  • Page 54: Menu Transparency Level

    Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Press the buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Plug & Play Language : English ENTER Time button. Game Mode : Off V-Chip...

  • Page 55: Setting The Function Help

    Setting the Function Help Setup Displays help on the menu functions. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Film Mode : Off Press the buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Function Help : On SW Upgrade 2.

  • Page 56: Using The V-Chip

    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. When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP features do not function. Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) 1.
  • Page 57 How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Press the buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Plug & Play Language : English 2. Press the buttons to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. Time The message “Enter PIN”...
  • Page 58 3. The “V-Chip” screen will appear. Press the buttons to select “TV Parental V-Chip Guidelines”, then press the ENTER button. V-Chip Lock : On TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating Canadian English Canadian French Downloadable U.S. Rating Change PIN Move Enter Return 4.
  • Page 59 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. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
  • Page 60 How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian English’ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup Plug & Play 2. Press the buttons to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. Language : English Time...
  • Page 61 How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian French’ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Press the buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Plug & Play Language : English 2. Press the buttons to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. Time Game Mode : Off...
  • Page 62 Using the V-Chip for Digital channels Parental restriction information can be used while watching DTV channels. Setup 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Plug & Play Press the buttons to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Language : English Time...

  • Page 63: Upgrading The Software

    Upgrading the Software Samsung may offer upgrades for your TV’s firmware in the future. Please contact the Samsung call center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) to receive information about downloading upgrades and using a USB drive. Upgrades will be possible by connecting a USB drive to the USB port located on the back of your TV.

  • Page 64: Appendix Troubleshooting

    Appendix Troubleshooting If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture Try another channel. Adjust the antenna. Check all wire connections. Poor sound quality. Try another channel. Adjust the antenna. No picture or sound.
  • Page 65 Problem Possible Solution Horizontal bars appear to flicker, Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning. jitter or shimmer on the image. Vertical bars appear to flicker, Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning. jitter or shimmer on the image. Screen is black and power On your computer check: Power, Signal Cable.

  • Page 66: Installing The Stand

    Installing the Stand < 2 > < 3 > 1. Place the TV face down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. 2. Put the stand into the hole at the bottom of the TV. 3. Insert screw into the hole indicated and tighten. Disconnecting the Stand <...

  • Page 67: Wall-Mount Adjustment (Ln-T4042H ,Ln-T4642H)

    Wall-Mount Adjustment (LN-T4042H ,LN-T4642H) (Sold separately) Once the wall mount is installed, the position of your TV can be easily adjustable. TV Rear Panel Auto Wall-Mount EX-LINK Cable (Not supplied) Entering the menu Setup 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. ENTER button.

  • Page 68: Wall Mount Kit Specifications ( Vesa )

    Do not use fasten the screws too strongly, this may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal injury. Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.

  • Page 69: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. Please refer to the manual provided with the Kensington lock for proper use. Cable Figure 2 Figure 1 <Optional> The place of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model. 1.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Model Name LN-T2342H LN-T2642H LN-T3242H Screen Size (Diagonal) 23 inches 26 inches 32 inches Power Consumption 100 W 130 W 170 W PC Resolution 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz...
  • Page 71 This product uses some software programs which are distributed under the GPL/LGPL license. Accordingly, the following GPL and LGPL software source codes that have been used in this product can be provided after asking to vdswmanager@samsung.com. GPL software: Linux Kernel, Busybox, Binutils...
  • Page 72 These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
  • Page 73 10. If you wish to incorporate parts of the Program into other free programs whose distribution conditions are different, write to the author to ask for permission. For software which is copyrighted by the Free Software Foundation, write to the Free Software Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this.
  • Page 74 GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright (C) 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 59 Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. [This is the first released version of the Lesser GPL.
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  • Page 76 Otherwise, if the work is a derivative of the Library, you may distribute the object code for the work under the terms of Section 6. Any executables containing that work also fall under Section 6, whether or not they are linked directly with the Library itself. 6.
  • Page 77 This section is intended to make thoroughly clear what is believed to be a consequence of the rest of this License. 12. If the distribution and/or use of the Library is restricted in certain countries either by patents or by copyrighted interfaces, the original copyright holder who places the Library under this License may add an explicit geographical distribution limitation excluding those countries, so that distribution is permitted only in or among countries not thus excluded.
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  • Page 79 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Contacte con SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE Si tiene alguna pregunta o comentario referente a nuestros productos, por favor contacte con nuestro Servicio de Atención al Cliente.

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