0_BN68-00835C-00(cover) 2/1/05 6:47 PM Page 3 Owner’s Instructions SP-R4232 This device is a Class B digital apparatus. Register your product at www.samsung.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 2 Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature and the images are constantly moving.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 3 User Instructions Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 53 of this manual to reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 4 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. For more information, please refer to www.cablelabs.com.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 5 Q&A 1. Is the antenna I use for existing TV reception good enough for DTV? Over-the-air (OTA) digital TV broadcasting uses the same channels as analog TV and works well with many existing TV antennas. However, DTV broadcast channel assignments are different than analog channels. You should find out whether your local DTV broadcasts are on VHF (channels 2-13) or UHF (channels 14-69) to see if you need a different antenna.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 6 Table of Contents General Information Picture Control Your New Plasma Display Panel....................10 Changing the Picture Standard ....................52 Remote Control Buttons ................................13 Customizing the Picture Settings ....................53 Wall Installation Instructions ..........................15 Viewing the DNIe Demonstration ..................55 How to assemble the Stand-Base ..................
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 7 Connecting a PC and Operation Appendix Connecting a PC ........................................90 Troubleshooting ........................................136 Changing the Position of the Image ..............94 Care and Maintenance ..............................137 Picture Quality Adjustment ............................95 Specifications............................................138 Image Reset ................................................
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BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 9 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ....................................................10 Remote Control Buttons ................................................................13 Wall Installation Instructions ..........................................................15 How to assemble the Stand-Base....................................................
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 10 Your New Plasma Display Panel Front Panel Œ ´ ˇ ¨ ˆ ” ∏ Ø Œ SOURCE button Press to display all of the available video sources (TV, AV, S-Video, Component1, Component2, PC, and HDMI). ´ MENU button Displays the main on-screen menu. ˇ VOL +, - buttons Press to increase or decrease the volume. Also used to select or adjust items on the on-screen menu. ¨ CH( , ) buttons Press CH or CH to change channels.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 11 Checking Accessories Once you have unpacked your TV, check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any piece is missing or broken, call your dealer. Owner’s Instructions Remote Control (BN59-00462A) / AAA Batteries Power Cord (3903-000144) Anynet Cable (BN39-00518A) The following parts are sold separately and are available at most electronics stores.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:21 PM Page 12 Rear Panel Œ POWER IN Connect the supplied power cord. ´ SERVICE ONLY Connector for service only. ˇ HDMI/DVI IN Connect to the HDMI jack of a device with HDMI output. These inputs can also be used as a DVI connection with separate analog audio inputs. An optional HDMI/DVI cable will be necessary to make this connection.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 13 Remote Control Buttons Remote Control Œ POWER button Turns the TV on and off. ´ GUIDE button Press to display the on-screen Electronic Program Guide (EPG). ˇ ANTENNA button Press to select “Air” or “Cable”. ¨ Number buttons ˆ - button Press to select additional channels (digital and analog) being broadcast by the same station. For example, to select channel “54-3”, press “54”, then press “-” and “3”. Ø MUTE button Press to mute the TV sound.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 14 ¿ P.MODE button Adjust the TV picture by selecting one of the preset factory settings (or select your personal, customized picture settings). ¸ S.MODE button Select Sound effect. ˛ E.SAVING button Press to adjust screen brightness according to surrounding environment. (Refer to page 115) ◊ P.SIZE button Select Picture size. ± DNIe button Activates DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine).
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 10:07 AM Page 15 Wall Installation Instructions Refer to the correct installation guide according to your wall bracket. Installation Notes 1 Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. 2 Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to perform the wall installation. 3 This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 16 How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket 1 Insert and tighten the Captive Screw in the direction of the arrow. When done, mount the wall bracket on the wall. Captive Screw Wall Bracket Hinge (Left) There are two hinges (left and right). Use the correct one. 2 Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct.
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 17 Fixing the TV panel to the wall attachment panel bracket The shape of the product may vary depending on the model. (The assemblies of the plastic hanger and the screw are the same) 1 Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. 2 Insert the screw into the plastic hanger. (See the figure below) • Mount the product on the wall bracket and make sure it is properly fixed to the left and right plastic hangers.
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 18 How to Adjust Mounting Angle Note : Adjust the bracket angle to -2° before installing it on the wall. 1. Fix the product to the wall bracket. 2. Hold the product at the top in the center and pull it forward (direction of the arrow) to adjust the angle. (See the figure to the right) 3. You can adjust the bracket angle between -2° and 15°. 18 Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle.
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 19 How to assemble the Stand-Base 1 Using the 4 screws for securing the stand pegs and the monitor, firmly attach the monitor to the stand pegs. (The exterior of the set may be different than the picture.) Warning Firmly secure the stand to the TV before moving it, as the stand may fall and could cause serious injury. ➤ Two or more people should carry the TV. Never lay the TV on the floor because of possible damage to the screen.
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1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 21 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connections Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..............................................22 Cable TV....................................................................23 CableCARD................................................................25 a VCR..........................................................
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 22 Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads If your antenna looks like this: 1 22 it has 75-ohm round leads. Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 2 IN (AIR IN) on the TV. Use the antenna cable, an accessory included in the product package.
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 23 Connecting Cable TV 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. Cable without a Cable Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 1 IN (CABLE IN) on the TV. Use the antenna cable, an accessory included in the product package.
1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:41 PM Page 24 Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles Some (But Not All) Channels To complete this connection you will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four coaxial cables (which you can buy from your Samsung dealer or any electronics store). 1 Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA IN terminal of your Cable box. This terminal might be labeled “ANT IN”, “VHF IN” or simply, “IN”. Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 25 Connecting CableCARD You must obtain a CableCARD from a local cable service provider. TV Power cord From cable TV Please insert the card as shown. How to Connect 1 Insert the CableCARD into the “CableCARD” slot and the message “CableCARD Inserted” is displayed on the screen. If the channel information does not exist, the message “Updating Channel List” is displayed during channel information configuration.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 26 Connecting a VCR Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack TV Power cord VCR Audio cable Video cable S-Video cable How to Connect Connect the Video/Audio cables between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the VCR. (Note: For better video, use an S-Video cable.) Note • Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks. Videotape Playback: 1. Turn on your TV. 2.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 27 Connecting a Camcorder Viewing camcorder tapes TV Power cord Camcorder Audio cable Video cable S-Video cable How to Connect Connect a Video/Audio cable between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the camcorder. (Note: For better video, use an S-VIDEO cable.) Note • Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks. Viewing Tapes 1. Turn on your TV. 2.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 28 Connecting a DVD Player (480i, 480p) Playing DVD TV DVD Player Power cord Component cable Audio cable How to Connect 1 Connect the Y, PB, PR (COMPONENT1, 2) input jacks on the TV to the Y, PB, PR output jacks on the DVD player using a component cable. 2 Connect the AUDIO L/R (COMPONENT1, 2) input jacks on the TV to the AUDIO output jacks on the DVD player using a audio cable.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 29 Connecting a DTV Receiver (480p, 720p, 1080i) This TV displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Watching DTV TV Power cord DTV Receiver Component cable Audio cable HDMI/DVI cable How to Connect 1 2 Connect the Y, PB, PR (COMPONENT1, 2) or HDMI input jack on the TV to the Y, PB, PR or DVI output jacks on the DTV receiver using a component or HDMI/DVI cable.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 30 Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (480p, 720p, 1080i) Watching DTV TV Power cord HDMI cable DTV Set-Top Box How to Connect 1 2 Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV. Connect the HDMI input jack on the TV with the HDMI output jack on the DTV Set-Top Box using an HDMI cable. Note • Please make sure the HDMI source’s power is on before selecting HDMI from the “Source List” on the TV. To Watch DTV: 1.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 31 Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box (480p, 720p, 1080i) By inputting a high-bandwidth digital content protection High-Definition picture source to the HDMI input jack on the TV, High-Definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 32 Connecting a Digital Audio System There are many types of digital audio systems on the market today. A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown below. For more information, see your audio system owner’s manual. TV Power cord Digital Audio System Coaxial cable Optical cable How to Connect 32 1 If your audio system has a coaxial digital audio input, connect to the “COAXIAL” output jack on the TV.
BN68-00835C-00(002~035) 2/14/05 1:12 PM Page 33 Connecting to an Analog Amplifier TV Power cord Audio cable Analog Amplifier How to Connect 1 The “AUDIO OUT (AUDIO L/R)” terminals cannot be used for external speakers. You must hook them up to an amplifier. When an audio amplifier is connected to the “AUDIO OUT (AUDIO L/R)” terminals: Decrease the gain (volume) of the audio amplifier, and adjust the volume level with the volume control on the TV.
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1_BN68-00835C-00(02~35) 2/5/05 1:42 PM Page 35 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Operation Turning the TV On and Off............................................................36 Viewing the Menus and Displays ..................................................40 Memorizing the Channels ............................................................41 Adding and Erasing Channels ......................................................44 Setting Up Your Remote Control .....................................
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:51 PM Page 36 Turning the TV On and Off Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. The TV will be turned on and you will be able to use its features. You can also use the Power button on the front of the TV. Note • If your TV isn’t turned on when the POWER button is pressed: Press the MODE button to check if the TV mode has been chosen.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 3 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 37 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to memorize the channels of the selected connection. Press the ENTER button to select “Start”. Select the antennas to memorize. Air Start Notes Cable Start Air + Cable Start • If the antenna is connected to ANT 1 IN (CABLE IN), select “Cable” and if it is connected to ANT 2 IN (AIR IN), select “Air”. • If both ANT 1 IN and ANT 2 IN are connected, select the “Air + Cable”.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 4 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 38 The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program menu reappears. Press the ENTER button when channel memorization is complete. “Set to daylight savings time.” menu is automatically displayed. Plug & Play Auto Program in Progress. CABLE Channel 67 Stop Enter Skip Plug & Play Auto Program is completed... 14 Channels were memorized. AIR : 9, Cable : 5.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 39 If you want to reset this feature... 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 √ : English √ √ √ √ : Medium Enter √ Return Press the ENTER button to select “Plug & Play”. i Menu language, Channels and Time will be set. Start 3 For further details on setting up options, refer to the previous page.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 40 Viewing the Menus and Displays Your TV has a simple, easy-to-use menu system that appears on the TV screen. This system makes it convenient and fast to use features on the TV. Your TV also lets you display the status of many of your TV’s features. Viewing the Menus 1 With the power on, press the MENU button on the remote control. The main menu appears on the screen. The Input menu is selected.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 41 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.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 42 When selecting Cable TV system : Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Cable” or “Air + Cable”, then press the ENTER button. TV Auto Program Select the cable system. Digital Channel Analog Channel Start : STD : STD Move Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Digital Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “STD”, “HRC”, or “IRC”, press the ENTER button.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 43 Storing Channels in Memory 4 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the antennas to memorize. Press the ENTER button to select “Start”. TV Auto Program Select the antennas to memorize Air Cable Air + Cable Start Start Start Move 5 In Air, press the ENTER button to start the auto program. In Cable or Air + Cable, press the ENTER button to select the cable system.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 44 Adding and Erasing Channels To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory): 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More : Air √ √ √ √ √ Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Add/Delete”, then press the ENTER button.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 45 Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH or CH button to change channels. When you press the CH or CH button, the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized. Directly Accessing Channels Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 46 Using the “-” Button The “-” button is used to select stations that broadcast both a digital and analog signal. For example, for Channel 7-1 (digital), press “7”, then “-”, then “1”. DTV CABLE 7-1 KYW-HD HD For channel 7-2 (analog), press “7”, then “-”, then “2”. DTV CABLE 7-2 R SD Multi Notes • HD indicates the TV is receiving a Digital High Definition signal. SD indicates the TV is receiving a Standard Definition signal.
2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/1/05 6:52 PM Page 47 Setting Up Your Remote Control This TV's remote control can operate almost any VCR, Cable box or DVD. After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes : TV, STB, VCR, CABLE, or DVD. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
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2_BN68-00835C-00(36~49) 2/5/05 9:16 AM Page 49 Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCR, DVD, Set-Top Box, and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. TV Input Source List Edit Name Anynet ➤ Quick way to access viewing an external signal source : : TV √ √ √ Just press the “SOURCE” button on the remote control.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 50 Assigning Names to External input mode 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. TV Input Source List Edit Name Anynet Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 • You can select the VCR, DVD, D-VHS, Cable STB, HD STB, Satellite STB, PVR STB, AV Receiver, DVD Receiver, GAME, Camcorder, DVD Combo, PC, VOD STB, or TV.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 51 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Picture Control Changing the Picture Standard ......................................................52 Customizing the Picture Settings ....................................................53 Viewing the DNIe Demonstration ..................................................55 Changing the Screen Size ............................................................56 Viewing the Picture-in-Picture.............................
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/3/05 4:34 PM Page 52 Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ENTER button again to select “Mode”.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/3/05 4:34 PM Page 53 Customizing the Picture Settings You can use the on-screen menus to change the “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color” and “Tint” according to personal preference. You can select “Standard” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 5 2/3/05 5:20 PM Page 54 Press the ENTER button to return to “Mode”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER button. TV Mode Mode Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Tint G 50 Color Tone Reset Move 6 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a particular option (Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2), then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 55 Viewing the DNIe Demonstration This TV includes the DNIe function so as to provide a high visual quality. If you set DNIe Demo to On, you can view an applied DNIe and a normal picture on the screen, for demonstration purposes. Using this function, you can view the difference in the visual quality. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 56 Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More ➤ Quick way to change the Screen size: Simply press the P.SIZE button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 57 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. Note • If you watch a still image or the 4:3 mode for a long time (over 2 hours), an image may be burned onto the screen. View the TV in 16:9 or Panorama mode as much as possible. 16:9 Zoom2 Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/5/05 11:26 AM Page 58 Viewing the Picture-in-Picture Selecting the PIP Screen Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. 1 TV ➤ Quick way to access the PIP mode: Simply press the “PIP” button under the cover of the remote control. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 59 Selecting an External Signal You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 60 Swapping the Contents of the PIP and Main Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 • The image in the PIP window will appear on the main screen, and vice versa.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 61 Changing the Size of the PIP Window 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:54 PM Page 62 Changing the Location of the PIP Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:55 PM Page 63 Changing the PIP Channel 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to change the PIP channel: Just press the “CH “CH TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More “ or ” button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:55 PM Page 64 Selecting the Sound Source You can use this feature to hear sound from the main or sub (PIP) picture. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT Multi-Track Options Auto Volume Internal Mute † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound Select”, then press the ENTER button. TV 64 3 4 Press the MENU button to exit.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:55 PM Page 65 Setting the My Color Control Mode My Color Control mode allows users to adjust colors according to their preferences, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (Standard, Custom, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, White) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using the My Color Control Function in the Easy Control Menu Skin, sky and grass tones are easily adjustable to suit your preferences. 1 Press the MENU button.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:55 PM Page 66 My Color Control Mode Characteristics Using My Color Control mode, you can enjoy vivid colors as shown below. Red Standard ➤ Standard Picture. ➤ Emphasizes Reds. Blue ➤ Emphasizes Clear Blues. Green ➤ Emphasizes Mild Greens. Pink Yellow ➤ Emphasizes Yellows. ➤ Emphasizes Warm Skin Colors. White ➤ Emphasizes Whites. Note • Images shown above may differ from the actual adjustment on the screen.
3_BN68-00835C-00(50~67) 2/1/05 6:55 PM Page 67 My Color Control Custom Settings Users can adjust the 6 My Color Control colors (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, and White). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “My Color Control”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/4/05 1:27 PM Page 68 Resetting the My Color Control Colors to the Factory Defaults To return to the factory default settings for My Color Control colors, use the Reset function. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “My Color Control”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 69 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Sound Control Customizing the Sound ................................................................70 Using Automatic Sound Settings ....................................................71 Setting the TruSurround XT ............................................................72 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital......................73 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog ..............
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 70 Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT Multi-Track Options Auto Volume Internal Mute † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Equalizer”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 71 Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. Or, you can select “Custom,” which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 72 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 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 73 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). The availability of these additional “multitracks” depends upon the program. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 74 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 75 Using the Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto Volume” lets you automatically adjust 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. 1 Press the MENU button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 76 Choosing a Digital Sound Format Digital sound can be output from the rear panel connector on your TV. The digital sound outputs are connectors labeled “Optical” and “Coaxial”. After connecting a digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby or PCM, as appropriate to your digital audio component). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
4_BN68-00835C-00(68~77) 2/1/05 6:57 PM Page 77 Setting the On/Off Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT Multi-Track Options Auto Volume Internal Mute † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Melody”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On” or “Off”, then press the ENTER button.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:27 AM Page 78 Selecting the Internal Mute Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT Multi-Track Options Auto Volume Internal Mute † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Internal Mute”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 • Pressing the ▲ or ▼ button will alternate between “On” and “Off”.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:27 AM Page 79 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Channel Control Selecting the Antenna ..................................................................80 Selecting Your Favorite Channels ..................................................81 Labeling the Channels ..................................................................82 Viewing the Channel Lists..............................................................83 Editing the Channel Lists .....................
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:27 AM Page 80 Selecting the Antenna 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Antenna”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Air” or “Cable”, then press the ENTER button.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:27 AM Page 81 Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and Cable box). Then, when you press the FAV.CH button on the remote control, the TV displays only the favorite channels you previously stored, allowing you to quickly and easily find frequently watched channels. To Store Your Favorite Channels: 1 Press the MENU button.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:27 AM Page 82 Labeling the Channels Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”, “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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:27 AM Page 83 Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels or your favorite channels. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More ➤ Quick way to view the Channel Lists: Just press the “CH LIST” button on the remote control.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:28 AM Page 84 Editing the Channel Lists You can edit channels to be added or deleted. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel List”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 5 84 Press the MENU button to exit.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:28 AM Page 85 Fine Tuning Analog Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Fine Tune”, then press the ENTER button.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:28 AM Page 86 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. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels. 1 Press the MENU button.
5_BN68-00835C-00(78~87) 2/5/05 11:28 AM Page 87 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). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “LNA”, then press the ENTER button.
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6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 89 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connecting a PC and Operation Connecting a PC..........................................................................90 Changing the Position of the Image................................................94 Picture Quality Adjustment ............................................................95 Image Reset ................................................................................
BN68-00835C-00(088~097) 2/14/05 1:13 PM Page 90 Connecting a PC Connection to a Macintosh computer may require an adapter. TV Power cord Audio cable PC cable PC Connecting a PC (15p D-SUB) to the TV 1 2 Connect a PC cable between the PC Output jack on the PC and the RGB input jack (PC IN) on the TV. Connect a Audio cable between the Audio jack on the PC and the Audio input jacks (PC AUDIO IN) on the TV. Notes • Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks.
6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 91 Setting up Your TV (Plug and Play) Our adoption of the new VESA Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug and Play compatible system, without the usual setup hassles and confusion. Your PC system can easily identify and configure itself for use with your display.
6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 92 How to Set up Your PC Software (Windows only) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. But the actual screens on your 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.) 1.
BN68-00835C-00(088~097) 2/14/05 10:21 AM Page 93 Note 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: Video Signal IBM PC / AT Compatible Resolution (Dot X Line) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Horizontal Frequency(KHz) 640 X 350 70.086 720 X 400 70.087 640 X 480 59.940 31.469 N N 70.000 35.000 N/P N/P 72.809 37.861 N N 75.000 37.500 N N 56.250 35.156 N/P N/P 60.
6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 94 Changing the Position of the Image After connecting the TV to your PC, adjust the position of the screen if it is not well-aligned. Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC.” 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 95 Picture Quality Adjustment Picture Automatic Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 96 Coarse Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button. 3 • Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select another item. 5 96 √ : Medium Press the MENU button to exit.
6_BN68-00835C-00(88~97) 2/5/05 11:29 AM Page 97 Fine Tuning (Fine) Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
7_BN68-00835C-00(98~103) 2/1/05 7:02 PM Page 98 Image Reset Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button. TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Image Reset”, then press the ENTER button. The message “Image Reset is completed..
7_BN68-00835C-00(98~103) 2/1/05 7:02 PM Page 99 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Time Setting Setting the Clock .....................................................................100 Setting the On/Off Timer .........................................................102 Setting the Sleep Timer ............................................................
7_BN68-00835C-00(98~103) 2/1/05 7:02 PM Page 100 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 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
7_BN68-00835C-00(98~103) 2/1/05 7:02 PM Page 101 Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. 1 2 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select “Clock”.
7_BN68-00835C-00(98~103) 2/5/05 5:33 PM Page 102 Setting the On/Off Timer 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. √ √ √ √ : Medium Enter TV √ Return Time 1/ 1/ 2005/ 12 : 00 am Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On Timer”, then press the ENTER button.
7_BN68-00835C-00(98~103) 2/2/05 5:30 PM Page 103 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. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
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8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 105 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Function Description Selecting a Menu Language ...................................................106 Digital Noise Reduction .........................................................107 Selecting the Film Mode.........................................................108 Setting the Blue Screen ..........................................................109 Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option .................
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 106 Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Language”. TV TV 4 106 √ : Medium √ Return : English English Spanish French : Medium Enter Return Configuración Plug & Play Idioma Tiempo V-Chip Subtítulo Transpar.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 107 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 108 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Film Mode”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 109 Setting the Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue Screen“ mode to “Off“. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 110 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo My Color Control Film Mode † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Weakness”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 111 Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external signal mode. 1 Press the Menu button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV ➤ Quick way to select Caption: Simply press the “CAPTION” button under the cover of the remote control.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 112 Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Caption”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 6 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 113 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired Caption option, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired sub-menu options(see options below), then press ENTER.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 114 Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Menu Transparency”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select level, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(104~115) 2/5/05 11:30 AM Page 115 Using the Energy Saving Feature This feature adjusts the screen brightness automatically depending on the surrounding lighting conditions. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More ➤ Quick way to select Energy Saving: Simply press the “E.SAVING” button under the cover of the remote control.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 6:48 PM Page 116 Preventing Screen Burn-in To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot). The Time setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/14/05 10:08 AM Page 117 Reducing the Effects of Screen Burn If screen burn has occurred, you can select a white screen or signal pattern (rolling screen) to help remove screen burn artifacts. 1 2 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Screen Burn Protection”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 118 Setting the Function Help Displays help on the menu functions. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Function Help”, then press the ENTER button. TV √ √ √ : Medium Enter TV : Off Off On Setup : Standard : Off Off On Enter Switches the Function Help on.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 119 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. Notes : ● When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP features do not function. ● The V-Chip does not work if the input is DTV (HD or SD). Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) 1 Press the MENU button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 120 How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 121 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 5 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 122 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 “ ” is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the ▲ or ▼ button and then repeat the process.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 123 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). 1 2 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 124 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: 1 Enter your PIN number. Channel Is Locked by TV-PG[ S ] Use the NUMBER buttons to enter your pin number to unlock all channels. Press EXIT to clear PIN. Press MENU for main menu.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 125 Electronic Program Guide Your TV has an “Electronic Program Guide” to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information, such as program lists, start and end times of all available channels. In addition, detailed information about the program is often available in the EPG. (The availability and the amount of program details will vary depending on the broadcaster.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 126 Using the Electronic Program Guide 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Default Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 • Mini Guide : Displays the guide for one channel. • Full Guide : Displays the guide for all channels.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 127 Viewing Information about a Single Channel 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide √ √ √ : Mini Guide Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Mini Guide”. Enter √ Return MINI GUIDE 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to view information about one channel by time.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 128 Viewing Information about Channels Displays the program time and content for all channels. This function is available only when the program is digital. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Full Guide”, then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the Green button to activate “-2 Hours” and the Yellow button to activate “+2 Hours”.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 129 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 130 To view the Reminder List 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Reminder List”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 131 Using the CableCARD 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. For detailed connection instructions refer to the “Connecting CableCARD” section of this manual. Displaying CableCARD related information Accessing information on Status, Pairing, Network Setup of the CableCARD provided by the service provider in CableCARD menu.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 132 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “CableCARDTM Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
8_BN68-00835C-00(116~133) 2/5/05 11:37 AM Page 133 Channel List Reorganization Deletes and reorganizes the channel list provided by CableCARD. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “CableCARDTM Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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9_BN68-00835C-00(134~141) 2/1/05 7:07 PM Page 135 P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Appendix Troubleshooting..........................................................................136 Care and Maintenance ..............................................................137 Specifications ............................................................................138 Dimensions ................................................................................
BN68-00835C-00(134~141) 2/14/05 5:30 PM Page 136 Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest service center. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture. Check all wire connections. No picture or sound. Try another channel. Press the SOURCE button. Make sure the TV is plugged in. Check the antenna connections. Poor sound quality. Try another channel. Adjust the volume.
9_BN68-00835C-00(134~141) 2/1/05 7:07 PM Page 137 Care and Maintenance With proper care, your TV will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Identifying Problems • • • • Do not put the TV near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. Do not put the TV near appliances that create magnetic fields. Keep the ventilation openings clear. Do not place the TV on a rough and slanted surface, such as cloth or paper.
9_BN68-00835C-00(134~141) 2/1/05 7:07 PM Page 138 Specifications Exterior design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance of this product. SP-R4232 Model Dimensions Display 41.7(W) x 29.1(H) x 3.88 (D) inches (Without Stand) 41.7(W) x 30.7(H) x 13.4 (D) inches (With Stand) Weight Display 35.4 Kg / 78.04 lbs (Without Stand) 40.1 Kg / 88.
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