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Product type TFT LCD TV
Brand Samsung
Model LN-R238WXC
Screen size (diagonal) 23 inches (58.4 cm)
Maximum PC resolution 1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz
Power supply AC 110-120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 100 W maximum
Audio output 3 W + 3 W
Dimensions (with stand) 583.0 x 206.0 x 484.7 mm
Weight (with stand) 8.6 kg
Main features DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine), Dynamic Contrast, Brightness sensor, SRS TruSurround XT, HDMI, PIP (Picture-in-Picture), V-Chip (parental control), Fine tuning, Screen zoom
Connectivity ANT IN, AV IN (x2), S-Video IN, Component IN (x2), PC IN (D-Sub + audio), HDMI/DVI IN, Audio Out, Headphone jack, Anynet
Screen formats Wide (16:9), Panorama, Zoom, 4:3
Preset image modes Dynamic, Standard, Movie, Personal
Preset sound modes Standard, Music, Movie, Speech, Personal
Parental control V-Chip with TV, MPAA, Canadian (English/French) ratings
Subtitles Closed Captions (CC) with Text and Caption modes
Timer On/Off timer, Sleep
Maintenance and cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid solvents. Clean the screen with the provided cleaning cloth.
Safety Kensington lock for anti-theft. Do not expose to moisture. Precautions against prolonged still images to prevent screen burn.
Operating temperature 10 °C to 40 °C
Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % (non-condensing)

Frequently Asked Questions - LN-R238WXC SAMSUNG

How do I change the input source on the TV?
Press the SOURCE button on the remote control or front panel. Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select the desired source (TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component1, Component2, PC, HDMI) and press ENTER.
How do I activate Picture-in-Picture (PIP)?
Press the PIP button on the remote control. You can also go to the Picture menu > PIP and select On. Use the Source, Swap, Size, and Position options to customize the display.
How do I set the parental control (V-Chip)?
Go to the Setup menu > V-Chip. Enter your 4-digit PIN (default: 0000). You can then block programs according to TV Parental Guidelines, MPAA, Canadian English, or Canadian French ratings.
How do I connect a computer to the TV?
Connect a D-Sub cable between your computer's PC output and the TV's PC IN input. Also connect the PC audio cable to the corresponding AUDIO input. Then select the PC source using the SOURCE button.
What should I do if the picture quality is poor?
First check on another channel. Make sure the antenna or cable is properly connected. Try adjusting the antenna. You can also use the Digital NR (Digital Noise Reduction) function in the Picture menu to improve quality.
How do I clean the LCD screen?
Use the provided cleaning cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen a soft cloth with water. Never use chemicals, alcohol, or solvents. Wipe gently without pressing too hard.
The remote control is not working, what should I do?
Check that the batteries are inserted correctly (+ and - poles). Replace the batteries if they are drained. Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and the sensor. If the problem persists, press the RESET button located in the battery compartment for 2 to 3 seconds.
How do I set the TV clock?
Go to the Setup menu > Time. Select Clock Set. Use the ◀/▶ buttons to choose Hour, Minute, or am/pm, then ▲/▼ to adjust. Confirm with ENTER.
How do I use the Zoom function?
Press the P.SIZE button on the remote control to select Zoom. Then use the ▲/▼ buttons to move the image vertically, and ◀/▶ to select the adjustment icon ( for position, for stretch). Adjust with ▲/▼.
What does the message 'Mode Not Supported' mean?
This message appears when the resolution or frequency of the PC source is not supported. Check your graphics card specifications and set it to a compatible resolution, for example 1280x720 @ 60 Hz. Refer to the display modes table in the manual.

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USER MANUAL LN-R238WXC SAMSUNG

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Owner's Instructions

This device is a Class B digital apparatus.

Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register

Precautions When Displaying a Still Image

A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen.

- Digital Ready TV: When you select the regular screen (4:3) mode to watch an SD-grade digital broadcast (and the set-top box output is 480p).

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- Digital Ready TV: When you select the wide screen (16:9) mode to watch an SD-grade digital broadcast (and the set-top box output is 1080i).

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Although digital broadcasting must be in the wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters sometimes show programs made originally in the regular screen format (4:3) by converting the signals into digital form, in which case the left and right side edges of the screen are cropped.

Note: If the borders at the left, right and the center of the screen remain fixed for an extended period of time, the amount of light transmission will also remain varied and as a result the borders may leave traces.

Do not leave the screen in pause mode for extended periods of time as you may experience temporary or permanent image burn.

- Digital Ready TV: When the TV receives HD-grade signals (and the set-top box output is 1080i).

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When you watch a digital HD-grade broadcast on a regular (4:3) TV with the screen size "16:9" or "Panorama" selected, you will be able to watch the program but the top and bottom edges of the screen will be cropped.

Note: If the borders at the top, bottom and the center of the screen remain fixed for an extended period of time, the amount of light transmission will also remain varied and as a result the borders may leave traces.

Do not leave the screen in pause mode for extended periods of time as you may experience temporary or permanent image burn.

  • Integrated Digital TV (Wide-screen): When the TV receives SD-grade (regular) broadcasting signals (receives 480p regular signals).
  • Digital Ready TV (wide-screen): digital TV: When the TV receives SD-grade (regular) broadcasting signals (with a set-top box).
  • When you watch an analog (regular) broadcast on a wide-screen TV (with the 4:3 screen mode selected).

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Although digital broadcasting must be in the wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters sometimes show programs made originally in the regular screen format (4:3) by converting the signals into digital form, in which case the left and right side edges of the screen are cropped.

Note: If the borders at the left, right and the center of the screen remain fixed for an extended period of time, the amount of light transmission will also remain varied and as a result the borders may leave traces.

Do not leave the screen in pause mode for extended periods of time as you may experience temporary or permanent image burn.

  • When you watch a DVD, CD or a video in wide-screen (21:9) format on a wide-screen (16:9) TV.
  • When you connect a computer or a game console to the TV and select the 4:3 screen mode.

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If you connect a DVD player, computer or a game console to the wide-screen TV and watch a movie or play a game in regular (4:3) or wide (21:9) screen mode, the left and right side edges, or the top and bottom edges of the screen will be cropped.

Note: If the borders at the left, right and the center of the screen remain fixed for an extended period of time, the amount of light transmission will also remain varied and as a result the borders may leave traces.

Do not leave the screen in pause mode for extended periods of time as you may experience temporary or permanent image burn.

Chapter 1: General Information

List of Features 1

List of Parts 1

Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV 2

Buttons on the Lower-Right Part of the Panel 2

Rear Panel Jacks 3

Remote Control 4

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 6

If the remote control doesn't work 6

Chapter 2: Connections

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas 7

Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads 7

Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads 8

Separate VHF and UHF Antennas 8

Connecting Cable TV 9

Cable without a Cable Box 9

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels ..... 9

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels . . . 9

Connecting a VCR 11

Connecting an S-VHS VCR 13

Connecting a DVD Player 14

Connecting a Digital TV Set-top box 15

Connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater 15

Connecting a DVD/Set-top box via DVI 16

Connecting a DVD/Set-top box via HDMI 17

Connecting a PC 18

Chapter 3: Operation

Turning the TV On and Off 19

Changing Channels 19

Using the Channel Buttons 19

Using the Number Buttons 19

Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel ..... 19

Adjusting the Volume 20

Using Mute 20

Viewing the Display 21

Viewing the Menus 21

Plug & Play Feature 22

Memorizing the Channels 24

Selecting the Video Signal-source 24

Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 25

Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) 26

To Select the Source 27

To Edit the Input Source Name 28

Chapter 4: Picture Control

Using Automatic Picture Settings 29

Customizing the Picture 30

Adjusting the Color Tone 31

Changing the Screen Size 32

Zoom 33

Freezing the Picture 34

Digital Noise Reduction 34

DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) 35

My Color Control 36

Easy Control 36

Detail Control 37

Dynamic Contrast 38

Brightness Sensor 39

Viewing Picture-in-Picture 40

Activating Picture-in-Picture 40

Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP 41

Swapping the Contents of the PIP and Main image 41

Changing the PIP Channel 41

Changing the Size of the PIP Window 42

Changing the Position of the PIP Window 42

PIP Settings 42

Chapter 5: Sound Control

Using Automatic Sound Settings 43

Customizing the Sound 44

Setting the TruSurround XT (SRS TSXT) 45

Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack 46

Automatic volume control 47

Selecting the Internal Mute 48

Selecting the Main or Sub (PIP) Sound 49

Chapter 6: Channel Control

Fine Tuning Channels 50

Chapter 7: PC Display

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display 51

Setting Up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP) ..... 51

How to Auto Adjust 52

Adjusting the Screen Quality 53

Changing the Screen Position 54

Initializing the Screen Position or Color Settings 55

Chapter 8: Time Setting

Setting the Clock 56

Setting the Sleep Timer 57

Setting the On/Off Timer 58

Chapter 9: Function Description

Selecting a Menu Language 60

Using the V-Chip 61

Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) 61

How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 63

How to Set up Restrictions Using the 'TV Parental Guidelines' . 64

How to Set up Restrictions Using the MPAA Ratings:

G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR 67

How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip

Blocks a Channel ('Emergency Escape') 68

How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian English’ ..... 69

How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian French’ ..... 70

Viewing Closed Captions 71

Setting the Blue Screen Mode 73

Selecting the Melody 74

Chapter 10: Troubleshooting

Identifying Problems 75

Appendix

Installing the stand 77

Disconnecting the stand 77

Installing the Wall Mount Kit 78

Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock 79

Using Your TV in Another Country 79

Specifications 80

Display Modes 81

List of Features

• Excellent Picture Quality

  • DNIe technology provides life-like clear images.
  • My Color Control: Colors can be set to your preference by adjusting pink, blue and green.
  • Dynamic Contrast: Automatically detects the input visual signal and adjusts to create optimum contrast.
  • Brightness Sensor: Adjusts the screen brightness automatically depending on the brightness of the surrounding environment.

• SRS TruSurround XT

- SRS TruSurround XT provides a virtual Dolby surround system.

- Convenience

- The TV utilizes the HDMI system to implement perfect digital sound and picture quality.

- The Anynet system enables you to easily control Samsung audio-video (AV) devices from this TV.

List of Parts

Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

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Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2)

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Power Cord

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Anynet Cable

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Cover-Bottom

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Owner's Instructions

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Anynet AV Owner's Instructions

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Stand Screw x 4

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Stand

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Cleaning Cloth (LN-R238WA/LN-R238WXC)

Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV

Buttons on the Lower-Right Part of the Panel

The buttons on the lower-right panel control your TV's basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control.

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- LN-R238WA
- LN-R238WXC
- LN-R237W1
Note: The product color may vary depending on the model.

① SOURCE

Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component 1, Component 2, PC, HDMI). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTER button on the remote control.

② MENU

Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features.

③ - VOL +

Press to decrease or increase the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the - VOL + buttons as you use the ◀ and ▶ buttons on the remote control.

4 ∨ CH ∧

Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the ▼ch∧ buttons as you use the ▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control. (Without the Remote Control, You can turn on TV by using the Channel buttons.)

5 ⏻ (POWER)

Press to turn the TV on and off.

6 POWER INDICATOR

Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in stand-by mode.

7 LIGHT DETECTING SENSOR

Adjusts the brightness of the screen automatically by detecting brightness of the surrounding environment. This sensor works when the Brightness Sensor is on.

8 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

9 SPEAKERS

Rear Panel Jacks

Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously such as a VCR or a DVD player.

For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 7-18.

Diagram of a computer monitor rear panel with labeled ports and components including HDMI/DVI, audio, PC, and video connectors.

① COMPONENT IN 1, 2

Connect component video/audio from a DVD/Set-top box.

2 PC IN

Connect to the video and audio output jack on your PC.

③ SERVICE

Connector for service only.

4 AV IN 1, 2

Video and audio inputs for external devices, such as a camcorder or VCR.

5 S-VIDEO IN

Video inputs for external devices with an S-Video output, such as a camcorder or VCR.

6 Anynet

Refer to "Anynet AV Owner's Instructions".

7 HEADPHONE JACK

Connect a set of external headphones for private listening.

8 HDMI/DVI IN (R-AUDIO-L)

Connect to the HDMI jack of a device with HDMI output. Use the HDMI/DVI terminal for DVI connection to an external device. You should use the DVI-to-HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI Adaptor for the connection, and the 'R -AUDIO -L' terminal on DVI-IN for sound output. (HDMI/DVI IN terminal does not support PC.)

9 AUDIO OUT

Connect to the audio input jack on your amplifier.

10 ANT IN

Connect to an antenna or to a cable TV system.

11 POWER INPUT

Connect the supplied power cord.

12 KENSINGTON LOCK

Refer to "Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock" on page 79.

SpeakerAudio Out
RFAV, S-VideoComponent, PC, HDMIRFAV, S-VIDEOComponent, PC, HDMI
Internal Mute OffSpeaker OutputSpeaker OutputSpeaker OutputSound OutputSound OutputSound Output
Internal Mute OnMuteMuteMuteSound OutputSound OutputSound Output
Video No SignalMuteMuteMuteMuteSound OutputSound Output

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.

POWER STILL PIP SLEEP +100 PRE-CH VOL CH MUTE SOURCE MENU INFO ENTER MTS S.MODE SRS P.MODE AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL PSIZE PC DNMe SWAP SIZE POSITION REW STOP PLAY/PAUSE FF RESET BNS3-BN405A SAMSUNG

1 POWER

Turns the TV on and off. (See page 19)

② STILL

Press to stop the action during a particular scene. Press again to resume normal video. (See page 34)

3 NUMBER BUTTONS

Press to change the channel.

4 +100

Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “+100”, then press “2” and “1”. (See page 19)

⑤ MUTE

Press to temporarily cut off the sound. (See page 20)

6 MENU

Displays the main on-screen menu. (See page 21)

⑦ CAPTION

Controls the caption decoder. (See page 71)

8 PIP

Picture-in-Picture ON/OFF. (See page 40)

9 SLEEP

Press to select a time for the TV to turn off automatically. (See page 57)

10 PRE-CH

Tunes to the previous channel. (See page 19)

11 CH^ and CH∨ (Channel UP/Down)

Press CH^ or CH∨ to change channels. (See page 19)

VOL + and VOL -

Press to increase or decrease the volume. (See page 20)

12 SOURCE

Press to display all of the available video sources. (See page 27)

13 INFO

Use to see information on the current broadcast. (See page 21)

14 EXIT

Press to exit the menu.

Use to select on-screen menu items and change menu values.

POWER CAPTION STILL PIP SLEEP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +100 0 PRE-CH MUTE VOL CH SOURCE MENU INFO EXIT ENTER MTS S.MODE SRS R.MODE BNS3-BN405S AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL PSIZE PC DNIs SWAP SIZE POSITION REW STOP PLAY/PAUSE FF RESET BN33-BN405A SAMSUNG

16 Anynet

Press the Anynet button to bring up the Anynet menu. (Refer to "Anynet AV Owner's Instructions".)

17 S.MODE

Adjusts the TV sound by selecting one of the preset factory settings (or selects your personal, customized sound settings). (See page 43)

18 MTS

(Multi channel Television Stereo)

Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast). (See page 46)

19 AUTO PROG.

Press to automatically store selected TV/Cable channels. (See page 25)

ADD/DEL

Use to store and delete channels to/from memory. (See page 26)

20 DNle

DNIe Demo On/Off.

Off : DNle Demo mode is deactivated.

On : The right-hand side of the screen shows the improved DNle image. The left-hand side of the screen shows the original image.(See page 35)

21 VCR/DVD Functions (Only Anynet mode)

- Rewind

- Stop

- Play/Pause

- Fast Forward

22 SRS

Selects TruSurround XT mode. (See page 45)

23 P.MODE

Adjusts the TV picture by selecting one of the preset factory settings. (See page 29)

24 P.SIZE

Press to change the screen size. (See page 33)

25 PC

Press to switch to the PC mode. (See pages 52\~55)

26 SWAP

Press to interchange the main picture and the sub (PIP) picture. (See page 41)

SIZE

Press to make the PIP window small, double1, double2. (See page 42)

POSITION

Press to select the position of sub (PIP) picture. (See page 42)

27 RESET

When your remote does not work, change the batteries and press the RESET button for 2-3 seconds before use.

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

1

Slide the cover out completely.

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2

Install two AAA size batteries.

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natural_image Illustration of a remote control panel with buttons and a handle (no text or symbols)

Make sure to match the “+” and “−” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

3

Replace the cover.

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natural_image Illustration of a remote control with a scroll wheel and directional arrow (no text or symbols)

Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won't be using the remote control for a long time.

The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from the TV. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.)

If the remote control doesn't work

Check the following:

  1. Is the TV power on?
  2. Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed?
  3. Are the batteries drained?
  4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged?
  5. Is there a special fluorescent light or a neon sign nearby?

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas

If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads” below.

If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see “Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads” on page 8.

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If you have two antennas, see “Separate VHF and UHF Antennas” on page 8.

Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads

If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or “rabbit ears”) that has 300-ohm twin flat leads, follow the directions below.

1

Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 300-75 ohm adaptor (not supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.

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2

Plug the adaptor into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.

ANT IN

Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads

1

Plug the antenna lead into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.

ANT IN

Separate VHF and UHF Antennas

If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops).

1

Connect both antenna leads to the combiner.

UHF VHF

2

Plug the combiner into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.

VHF UHF ANT IN

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 IN terminal on back of the TV.

ANT IN

Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels.

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels

1

Find the cable that is connected to the ANT OUT terminal on your cable box.

ANT IN ANT OUT

This terminal might be labeled “ANT OUT”, “VHF OUT” or simply, “OUT”.

2

Connect the other end of this cable to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.

ANT IN

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels

If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of RF cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)

1

Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to the ANT IN terminal on your cable box.

ANT IN

This terminal might be labeled “ANT IN”, “VHF IN” or simply, “IN”.

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2

Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.

Incoming cable Splitter

3

Connect an RF cable between an OUTPUT terminal on the splitter and the IN terminal on the cable box.

Incoming cable Splitter IN CABLE OUT Cable Box

4

Connect an RF cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the cable box and the B–IN terminal on the A/B switch.

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    A["Incoming cable"] --> B["Splitter"]
    B --> C["Cable Box"]
    C --> D["RF (A/B) Switch"]
    C <--> E["IN CABLE OUT"]

5

Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch.

Incoming cable Splitter IN CABLE OUT Cable Box RF (A/B) Switch

6

Connect the last RF cable between the OUT terminal on the RF (A/B) switch and the ANT IN terminal on the rear of the TV.

Incoming cable Splitter Cable Box RF (A/B) Switch ANT IN TV Rear

After you've made this connection, set the A/B switch to the “A” position for normal viewing. Set the A/B switch to the “B” position to view scrambled channels.

(When you set the A/B switch to “B”, you will need to tune your TV to the cable box’s output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)

Connecting a VCR

These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 7-10).

Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.

1

Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV.

ANT IN

2

Connect the cable or antenna to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT S-AVIDED OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT Incoming Cable or Antenna

3

Connect an RF cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the VCR and the ANT IN terminal on the TV.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT 9-VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT TV Rear Panel RF Cable (Option)

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4

Connect an audio cable between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AV IN [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT SHISED OUT VIDEO OUT GID S TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option) RF Cable (Option)

If you have a “mono” (non-stereo) VCR, use the Y-connector (not supplied) to hook up to the left and right audio input jacks of the TV.

5

Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the AV IN [VIDEO] jack on the TV.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT SARDED OUT VIDEO OUT BIO C TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option) Video Cable (Option) RF Cable (Option)

Follow the instructions in “Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape” to view your VCR tape.

* Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
* When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting an S-VHS VCR

Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.)

1

To begin, follow steps 1–3 in the previous section to connect the antenna or cable to your VCR and your TV.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT TV Rear Panel RF Cable (Option)

2

Connect an audio cable between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AV IN [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT SMED OUT VIDEO OUT SIDI C TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option) RF Cable (Option)

3

Connect an S-Video cable between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the S-VIDEO IN jack on the TV.

VCR Rear Panel ANT IN ANT OUT SAVE OUT VIDEO OUT Audio Cable (Option) TV Rear Panel S-Video Cable (Option) RF Cable (Option)

An S-Video cable is usually included with an S-VHS VCR.

(If not, check your local electronics store.)

* Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
* When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting a DVD Player

The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV.

1

Connect an audio cable between the

COMPONENT IN 1 or COMPONENT IN 2

[R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player.

DVD Player Rear Panel SABSO COMPONENT AUDIO OUT Audio Cable (Option) TV Rear Panel

2

Connect a component cable between the COMPONENT IN 1 or COMPONENT IN 2

[P_R, P_B, Y] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, P_B, P_R] jacks on the DVD player.

DVD Player Rear Panel SABDEC COMPOS A500OUT TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option) Component Cable (Option)

Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player owner's manual. Be sure to match the component video and audio connections. For example, if connecting the video cable to Component In 1, connect the audio cable to Component In 1 also.

* Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
* When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting a Digital TV Set-top box

The connections for a typical Set-top box are shown below.

1

Connect an audio cable between the COMPONENT IN 1 or COMPONENT IN 2 [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-top box.

Set-Top Box Rear Panel TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option)

2

Connect a component cable between the COMPONENT IN 1 or COMPONENT IN 2 [PR,PB,Y] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y,PB,PR] jacks on the Set-top box.

Set-Top Box Rear Panel TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option) Component Cable (Option)

Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your Set-top box owner's manual.

* Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
* When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater

1

Connect an audio cable between the AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and the AUDIO IN jacks on the Amplifier/DVD Home Theater.

Amplifier/DVD Home Theater L R AUDIO IN TV Rear Panel AUDIO IN AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO Audio Cable (Option)

* Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
* When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting a DVD/Set-top box via DVI

This can be applied only if there is the DVI Output connector on the external device.

1

Connect a DVI-to-HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI adaptor between the HDMI/DVI connector on the TV and the DVI connector on the DVD player/Set-top box.

DVD Player Rear Panel OUTPUT DVI VIDEO AUDIO RF INPUT Y Pr L Pr R TV Rear Panel DVI-to-HDMI Cable (Option)

2

Connect an audio cable between the DVI IN [R-AUDIO-L] jack on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player/Set-top box.

DVD Player Rear Panel OUTPUT DVI VIDEO AUDIO RF INPUT Y L P1 P2 R TV Rear Panel Audio Cable (Option) DVI-to-HDMI Cable (Option)

* Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
* When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting a DVD/Set-top box via HDMI

This can be applied only if there is the HDMI Output connector on the external device.

1

Connect an HDMI cable between the HDMI/DVI connector on the TV and the HDMI connector on the DVD player/Set-top box.

DVD Player Rear Panel OUTPUT HDMI VIDEO AUDIO Y P1 L P2 R TV Rear Panel HDMI Cable (Option)

Note: No sound connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection.

What is HDMI?

  • HDMI, or high-definition multimedia interface, is a next-generation interface that enables the transmission of digital audio and video signals using a single cable without compression.
  • “Multimedia interface” is a more accurate name for it especially because it allows multiple channels of digital audio (5.1 channels). The difference between HDMI and DVI is that the HDMI device is smaller in size, has the HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) coding feature installed, and supports multi-channel digital audio.

Connecting a PC

1

Connect a PC video cable(D-Sub) between PC IN [PC] connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer.

PC PC Video Cable (Option) TV Rear Panel

2

Connect a PC audio cable between PC IN [AUDIO] on the TV and the Audio Out of the sound card on your computer.

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graph TD
    A["PC"] --> B["PC Audio Cable (Option)"]
    A --> C["PC Video Cable (Option)"]
    B --> D["TV Rear Panel"]
    C --> D
    D --> E["PC"]
    D --> F["PC Video Cable (Option)"]
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    style C fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

Turning the TV On and Off

1

Press the POWER ⏻ button on the remote.

You can also use the POWER ⏻ button on the front of the panel.

POWER CAPTION STILL PIP SLEEP

Changing Channels

Using the Channel Buttons

1

Press the CH ^/√ buttons to change channels.

MUTE VOL CH SOUTA INFD

When you press the CH ∧/∨ buttons, 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. See pages 24-25 to memorize channels.

Using the Number Buttons

1

Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel.

ex) To select channel 27, press “2” → “7”.

To select channel 108, press “+100” → “0” → “8”.

When you use the number buttons, you can directly select channels that were either erased or not memorized. To change to single-digit channels (0\~9) faster, press “0” before the single digit. (For channel “4” press “0”, then “4”.)

Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel

1

Press the PRE-CH button.

The TV will switch to the last channel viewed.

7 8 9 +100 0 PRE-CH VOL CH

To quickly switch between two channels that are far apart, tune to one channel, then use the number button to select the second channel. Then use the PRE-CH button to quickly alternate between them.

Adjusting the Volume

1

Press the VOL + and VOL - buttons to increase or decrease the volume.

VOL MUTE CH SOURCE DUT

Using Mute

At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTE button.

1

Press MUTE and the sound cuts off. The word "Mute" will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen.

MUTE VOL CH SOURCE

2

To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again, or simply press the VOL + and VOL - buttons.

Viewing the Display

The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings.

1

Press the INFO button on the remote control.

The TV will display the channel, the type of sound, and the status of certain picture and sound settings.

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Air 3 Mono Picture : Dynamic Sound : Custom MTS : Stereo SRS TSXT : Off ---:-- am

◀ Press the INFO button once more or wait approximately 10 seconds and it disappears automatically.
Allows the user to adjust the settings according to his/her preference and shows the current settings.

Viewing the Menus

1

With the power on, press the MENU button.

The main menu appears on the screen.

It's left side has five icons: Input, Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup.

TV Input Source List : TV Edit Name Anynet Move Enter Exit

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The on-screen menus disappear from the screen after about two minutes.

2

Use the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select one of the 5 icons. Then press the ENTER button to access the icon's sub-menu.

3

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Plug & Play Feature

When the TV is initially powered on, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently.

1

Press the POWER ⏻ button on the remote control.

The message

"Start Plug & Play" is displayed with "OK" selected.

Plug & Play Start Plug & Play OK Enter Exit

2

Select the appropriate language by pressing the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons.

Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.

Plug & Play Language English Français Español Português Move Enter Skip

3

The message

"Check antenna input." is displayed with "OK" selected.

Press the ENTER← button.

Plug & Play Check antenna input. OK Enter Skip

4

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Air", "STD", "HRC", or "IRC", then press the ENTER button.

Plug & Play Air/Cable Air STD HRC IRC Move Enter Skip

Continued...

5

Press the ENTER← button to select "Start".

The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.

Plug & Play Air 3 Start Enter Skip

Plug & Play Air 15 Stop Enter Skip

To stop the search before it has finished, press the ENTER button with "Stop" selected.

6

Press the ENTER button.

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to move to the “Hour”, “Minute” or “am/pm”.

Set the "Hour", "Minute" or "am/pm" by pressing the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons.

(Refer to "Setting the Clock" on page 56.)

Plug & Play Hour Minute am/pm Clock Set - : - am Enter Skip

Plug & Play Clock Set Hour 12 Minute 00 am/pm am Adjust Move Enter Skip

7

Press the MENU button to confirm your setting.

The message "Enjoy your watching." is displayed.

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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. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual).

Selecting the Video Signal-source

Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e. an antenna or a cable system).

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER← button.

Repeatedly press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to cycle through these choices: "Air", "STD", "HRC", or "IRC" (all cable TV), then press the ENTER← button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program STD Add/Delete HRC Fine Tune IRC Move Enter Return

Note: STD, HRC and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems.

Contact your local cable company to identify the type of cable system that exists in your particular area.

At this point, the signal source has been selected.

Proceed to “Storing Channels in Memory” (next page).

Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method)

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Move Enter Return

First, select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC, or IRC). See steps 1\~2 on the previous page.

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select "Auto Program".

Press the ENTER← button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Move Enter Return

3

Press the ENTER← button to select "Start".

The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.

Auto Program Air 3 Start Enter 11 Return

The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory. This takes about one to two minutes. Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process and return to the “Channel” menu.

4

After all the available channels are stored, the "Channel" menu reappears.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Auto Program Air 21 Stop Enter Return

To stop the search before it has finished, press the ENTER button with "Stop" selected.

Alternate method:

Press the AUTO PROG. button under the remote's cover.

AUTO PROG P.SIZE PC DNV8 SWAP SIZE POSITION

Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method)

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Add/Delete".

Press the ENTER button.

Press the CH^ or CH∨ button to select channel that you wish to add or delete.

Press the ENTER← button to select "Add" or "Delete" (Pressing the ENTER← button toggles between the two).

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Move Enter Return

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Move Enter Return

Add/Delete Air 3 Not in Memory Add CH Change Enter Return

Add/Delete Air 3 In Memory Delete CH Change Enter Return

Alternate method:

Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that will be added or erased. Press the ADD/DEL button under the remote's cover.

Repeatedly pressing the ENTER button will alternate between "Add" and "Delete". Press the EXIT button to exit.

You can view any channel (including an erased channel) by using the number buttons on the remote control.

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To Select the Source

Use to select TV or another external input source connected to the TV.

Use to select the input source of your choice.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the ENTER button to select "Input".

TV Input Source List : TV Edit Name Anynet Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER← button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select the Input source, then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Sourcr List TV AV1 AV2 S-Video Component1 Component2 PC HDMI Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Press the SOURCE button on the remote control to view an external signal source.

MUTE VOL CH SOURCE

To Edit the Input Source Name

Name the device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the ENTER button to select "Input".

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select

"Edit Name", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Source List :TV Edit Name Anynet Move Enter Return

TV Input Source List : TV Edit Name Anynet Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select

"AV1", "AV2", "S-Video",

"Component1", "Component2",

"PC", or "HDMI" input jack, then press the ENTER button.

TV Edit Name Input AV1 AV2 S-Video Component1 Component2 PC HDMI Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select "VCR",

“DVD”, “D-VHS”, “Cable STB”

"HD STB", "Satellite STB",

"AV Receiver",

"DVD Receiver", "Game",

"Camcorder", "DVD Combo",

"DHR (DVD HDD Recoder)", or "PC" input source, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Edit Name Input Picture Sound Channel Setup AV1 AV2 S-Video Component1 Component2 PC HDMI ----. VCR DVD D-VHS Cable STB HD STB Satellite STB Move Enter Return

TV Edit Name Input Picture Sound Channel Setup AV1 AV2 S-Video Component1 Component2 PC HDMI AV Receiver DVD Receiver Game Camcorder DVD Combo DHR PC Move Enter Return

Using Automatic Picture Settings

Your TV has four automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “Standard”, “Movie”, and “Custom”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom by pressing P.MODE (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select “Custom” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNle Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode Mode : Dynamic Contrast 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone : Cool1 Reset Move Enter Return

3

Press the ENTER button again to select "Mode".

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie", or Custom".

Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode Dynamic Contrast Standard 100 Brightness Movie 50 Sharpness Custom 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone :Cool1 Reset Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Simply press the P.MODE button on the remote control to select one of the standard picture settings.

MTS S.MODE SRS PMODE AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL PC DNk SWAP SIZE POSITION

  • Choose Dynamic to increase the clarity and sharpness of the picture.
  • Choose Standard for the standard factory settings.
  • Choose Movie when watching movies.
  • Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal preference (see “Customizing the Picture, page 30).

Customizing the Picture

You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, sharpness, color, and tint according to personal preference.

(Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See the previous page.)

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic > Size : Wide > Digital NR : On > DNlE Demo : Off > My Color Control > Dynamic Contrast : On > Brightness Sensor : Off > PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER button.

TV Mode Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Contrast 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone : Cool1 Reset Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to select a particular item (Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, or Tint), then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode Mode : Dynamic 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone : Cool1 Reset Move Enter Return

The adjusted values are stored according to the selected Picture mode.

4

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to decrease or increase the value of a particular item.

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◀ You can select the option (Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, or Tint) to be adjusted by pressing the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button.

For example, if you select "Contrast", pressing the RIGHT▶ button increases it.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Adjusting the Color Tone

You can change the color of the entire screen according to your preference.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNie Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER← button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode Mode : Dynamic Contrast 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone : Cool1 Reset Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to select "Color Tone", then press the ENTER← button.

TV Mode Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Contrast 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone : Cool1 Reset Move Enter Return

4

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Cool2", "Cool1", "Normal" "Warm1", or "Warm2".

Press the ENTER← button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Contrast 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness Cool2 75 Color Cool1 55 Tint G 5 Normal R 50 Color Tone Warm1 Reset Warm2 Move Enter Return

Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Reset", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Mode Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Contrast 100 Brightness 50 Sharpness 75 Color 55 Tint G 50 R 50 Color Tone : Cool1 Reset

◀ Choose from the following Color Tone settings: "Cool2", "Cool1", "Normal", "Warm1", "Warm2" according to personal preference.
The adjusted values are stored according to the selected Picture mode.
The “Reset” will be set for each picture mode.

Changing the Screen Size

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNie Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

Only the wide and 4:3 sizes can be selected when the Source is PC.

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Size" then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNIE Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

◀ Supported screen resolution modes may differ depending on the model of the product.

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Wide", "Panorama", "Zoom", "4:3".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Size Input Wide Panorama Zoom 4:3 Picture Sound Channel Setup Move Enter Return

  • Wide : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.
  • Panorama : Use this mode for the wide aspect ratio of a panoramic picture.
  • Zoom : Magnifies the size of the picture on the screen.
    [Positioning and Sizing the screen using Zoom]
  • Resizing the screen using the Zoom enables the positioning and sizing of the screen to up/down direction using the ▲ or ▼ button as well as the screen size.
  • Move the screen up/down using the ▲ or ▼ button after selecting the 📋 by pressing the ◀ or ▶ button.
  • Resize the screen vertically using the ▲ or ▼ button after selecting the ☑ by pressing the ◀ or ▶ button. (Pressing the ▲ button extends it upward and pressing the ▼ button extends it downward.)

• 4:3 : Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode.

This is the standard TV screen size.

Zoom

1

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Zoom".

TV Size Input Wide Panorama Picture Zoom 4:3 Sound Channel Setup Move Enter Return

2

Select 📋 by pressing the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons.

Use the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to move the picture up and down.

TV Size Input Wide Panorama Zoom 4:3 Picture Sound Channel Setup Move Adjust Return

3

After selecting 📄, use the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to magnify or reduce the picture size in a vertical direction.

T V Size Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Wide Panorama Zoom 4:3 Move Adjust Return

Alternate method:

Press the P.SIZE button under the remote's cover to change the screen size.

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flowchart
graph TD
    A["Wide"] --> B["Panorama"]
    B --> C["Zoom"]
    D["4:3"] --> C

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Freezing the Picture

POWER CAPTION STILL PIP SLEEP 1 2 3

1

Press the STILL button to freeze a moving picture.

• Normal sound will still be heard.

Press again to cancel.

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 to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Mode : Dynamic > Size : Wide > Digital NR : On > DNie Demo : Off > My Color Control > Dynamic Contrast : On > Brightness Sensor : Off > PIP > Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Digital NR", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNiE Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Off".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR Off DNMe Demo On My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

DNle (Digital Natural Image engine)

Samsung's new technology brings you more detailed images with contrast, white enhancement and 3D noise reduction.

You can see how DNIe improves the picture by setting DNIe demo mode to On.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic > Size : Wide > Digital NR : On > DNIE Demo : Off > My Color Control > Dynamic Contrast : On > Brightness Sensor : Off > PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "DNle Demo", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNIE Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

This function doesn't work when Source is in PC mode.

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER← button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNMe Demo : Off My Color Control : On Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Press the DNle button under the remote's cover to change the DNle Demo mode.

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  • DNIe Demo: Off DNIe Demo mode is deactivated.

- DNIE Demo: On The right-hand side of the screen shows the improved DNIE image. The left-hand side of the screen shows the original image.

- The “DNle Demo” is designed to show the difference between the regular and DNle pictures.

- By default, the product displays the picture with DNle applied.

My Color Control

My Color Control allows users to adjust colors to their preference by adjusting Pink, Blue and Green using the predefined settings (Blue, Green, Pink, Standard, and Custom) without affecting other colors on the screen.

Easy Control

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select

"My Color Control", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNie Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNie Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select

"Easy Control", then press the ENTER button.

TV My Color Control Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Easy Control : Custom Detail Control Move Enter Return

3

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to select the desired "My Color Control" color, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Original Custom Eave Control Standard Custom Move Enter Return

Easy Control Standard Custom Move Enter Return

This function doesn't work when the Source is in PC mode or PIP is set to on.
This captures the current screen in a still image to adjust the color.
The Original picture (before adjustment) is shown on the left side, while the selected mode is shown on the right side.

Detail Control

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select

"My Color Control", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Mode : Dynamic > Size : Wide > Digital NR : On > DNIE Demo : Off > My Color Control > Dynamic Contrast : On > Brightness Sensor : Off > PIP Move Enter Return

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNMe Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select

"Detail Control", then press the ENTER button.

TV My Color Control Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Easy Control : Custom Detail Control Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select the desired "My Color Control" color, then press the ENTER button.

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶

buttons to increase or decrease the value of a particular item.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Detail Control Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Pink Green Blue Reset 50 50 50 Move Enter Return

Original Adjusted 1 50

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This function doesn't work when the Source is in PC mode or PIP is set to on.

This captures the current screen in a still image to adjust the color.

◀ To reset the “Detail Control”, select “Reset” by pressing the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button and then press the ENTER ▶ button.

Dynamic Contrast

Dynamic Contrast detects the visual signal input and adjusts to create optimum contrast.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNie Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select

"Dynamic Contrast", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNlE Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

This function doesn't work when the Source is in PC mode or PIP is set to on.

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Off".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNMe Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : Off Brightness Sensor : On PIP Move Enter Return

Brightness Sensor

The Brightness Sensor adjusts the screen brightness automatically by using a light detecting sensor.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNle Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Brightness Sensor", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNMe Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

This function doesn't work when the Source is in PC mode.

3

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to select "On".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Brightness Sensor Off On Move Enter Return

Brightness Sensor Off On Move Enter Return

◀ Screen brightness is adjusted automatically depending on the brightness of the surrounding environment.

Viewing Picture-in-Picture

This product has one built-in tuner, which does not allow PIP to function in the same mode. For example, you cannot watch one TV channel in the main screen, and a different one in the PIP screen. Please see ‘PIP Settings’ below for details.

You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously watch two video sources.

Note: While V-Chip is in operation, the PIP function cannot be used.

Activating Picture-in-Picture

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button.

TV Picture Input Mode : Dynamic Size : Wide Digital NR : On DNMe Demo : Off My Color Control Dynamic Contrast : On Brightness Sensor : Off PIP Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "On".

Press the ENTER button.

T V PIP Input Picture Sound Channel Setup PIP : Off Source : On Swap Size : Position : Channel : Air 3 Move Enter Return

TV PIP Input Picture Sound Channel Setup PIP : On Source : HDMI Swap Size : Position : Channel : Air 3 Move Enter Return

If you turn the TV off while watching in PIP mode and turn it on again, the PIP window will disappear.

Alternate method:

Press the PIP button on the remote control repeatedly to activate or deactivate the PIP.

Continued...

PIP SLEEP 1 2 3

Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP

3

Press the UP/DOWN▲▼ buttons to select "Source", then press the ENTER button.

Select the source of the sub picture (PIP) by pressing the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons and press the ENTER← button.

[PC/HDMI modes only]
TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup PIP Source : On Swap : TV Size : AV1 Position : S-Video Channel : Component1 Component2 Move Enter Return

When the main picture is set to TV/AV1/AV2/S-Video/Component1/Component2, only HDMI can be selected and when the main picture is set to PC/HDMI, only TV/AV1/AV2/S-Video/Component1/Component2 can be selected.

◀ Source selection is possible only when PC or HDMI is connected.

Swapping the Contents of the PIP and Main image

4

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Swap", then press the ENTER button.

T V PIP PIP :On Source :HDMI Swap Size Position Channel :Air 3 Move Enter Return

If main picture is in PC Mode, "Swap" is not available.

Alternate method:

Press the SWAP button under the remote's cover.

AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL PSIZE PC DNIs SWAP POSITION REW STOP PLAY/PAUSE FF

Changing the PIP Channel

5

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select the desired channel in the PIP window.

[PC/HDMI modes only]
TV PIP Input PIP :On Source :TV Picture Swap Size Position Channel :Air 3 Sound Channel Setup Adjust Enter Return

Continued...

Changing the Size of the PIP Window

6

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Size", then press the ENTER← button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select the desired size of the PIP window.

Press the ENTER button.

TV PIP Input Picture Sound Channel Setup PIP : On Source : HDMI Swap Size Position : Channel Move Enter Return

If main picture is in PC Mode, "Size" is not available.

Alternate method:

Press the SIZE button under the remote's cover.

AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL PSIZE PC DNio SWAP SIZE REW STOP PERI/Pause FF

Changing the Position of the PIP Window

7

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Position", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select the desired PIP window position.

Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV PIP Input Picture Sound Channel Setup PIP : On Source : HDMI Swap Size Position Channel Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Press the POSITION button under the remote's cover.

AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL P-SIZE PC DNio SWAP POSITION REW STOP PLAY/PAUSE FP

PIP Settings

O : PIP operates

X : PIP doesn't operate

Main Picture\Sub PictureTVAV1AV2S-VideoComponent1Component2PCHDMI
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S-VideoXXXXXXXO
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  • When the PC is in energy saving mode, you cannot choose the PIP option.
  • You may notice that the picture in the PIP window becomes slightly unnatural when you use the main screen to view a game or karaoke.
  • You can adjust picture position only by using the □ size menu.

Using Automatic Sound Settings

Your TV has five automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, “Speech”, and “Custom”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by pressing the S.MODE button (or by making a selection from the on-screen menu).

Or, you can select “Custom”, which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

Press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons repeatedly to select the “Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, “Speech”, or “Custom” sound settings.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Standard Equalizer : Music SRS TSXT : Movie MTS : Speech Auto Volume : Custom Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Simply press the S.MODE button on the remote control to select one of the standard sound settings.

MTS S.MODE SRS PMODE DN39-04455 LOG. ADD/DEL R_SIZE PC DNIn SWAP SIZE POSITION

  • Choose Standard for the standard factory settings.
  • Choose Music when watching music videos or concerts.
  • Choose Movie when watching movies.
  • Choose Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialog (i.e. news).
  • Choose Custom to recall your personalized settings.

Customizing the Sound

The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference.

(Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See the previous page.)

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Equalizer", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

3

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to select a particular frequency to be changed.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to increase or decrease the value of a particular item.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup L/R 100 300 1K 3K 10K R L Move Adjust Return

If you make any changes to these settings, the Sound Mode is automatically switched to “Custom”.

Note: The Custom setting allows you to adjust frequencies to your preference.

The lowest frequency is 100 and 10K is the highest.

Setting the TruSurround XT (SRS TSXT)

Emphasizes midrange and bass and provides a simulated surround-sound experience.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select "SRS TSXT", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Off", "3D Mono" or "Stereo", than Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : 3D Mono Auto Volume : Stereo Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Simply press the SRS button on the remote control to change the "SRS TSXT" settings.

MTS S.MODE SRS PMODE BMS3A04455 AUTO PROG. DEL P.SIZE PC DN# SWAP SIZE POSITION

TRADEMARK & LABEL LICENSE NOTICE

SRS

TruSurround XT

TruSurround XT, SRS and (●) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack

Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or weather).

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "MTS", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Mono", "Stereo" or "SAP", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Mono Auto Volume : Stereo Internal Mute : SAP Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

When you change channels, MTS is set to “Stereo” automatically.

Alternate method:

Simply press the MTS button on the remote control to change the MTS settings.

MTS S.MODE SRS P.MODE BIN39-04455 AUTO PROG. ADD/DEL P.SIZE PC DNIs SWAP SIZE POSITION

  • Choose Mono for channels that are broadcasting in mono, or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal.
  • Choose Stereo for channels that are broadcasting in stereo.
  • Choose SAP to listen to the Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign-language translation.

Automatic volume control

Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select

"Auto Volume", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Mono Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to set Auto Volume "On".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : On Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

Selecting the Internal Mute

Sound output from the TV speakers is muted.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Internal Mute", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "On", Then Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : On Move Enter Return

When “Internal mute” is set to “On”, Sound menus except “MTS” and “Sound Select” cannot be adjusted.

Selecting the Main or Sub (PIP) Sound

You can select either Main or Sub sound when PIP is On.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select

"Sound Select", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Main" or "Sub".

Select "Main" to hear the main TV sound and select "Sub" to hear the PIP window sound.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Sound Input Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TSXT : Off MTS : Stereo Auto Volume : Off Internal Mute : Off Sound Select : Main Sub Move Enter Return

Chapter 6

CHANNEL CONTROL

Fine Tuning Channels

Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.

TV Channel Input Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Picture Sound Channel Setup Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Fine Tune", then press the ENTER button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Air/Cable : Air Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune Move Enter Return

3

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to adjust the fine tuning.

Fine Tune Air 3 0 Reset Move Adjust Save

4

To store the fine tuning setting in the TV's memory, press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Fine Tune Air 3 ° 22 Reset Move Adjust Save

Fine Tune Air 3 0 Reset Move Enter Return

If you do not store the fine-tuned channel in memory, adjustments are not saved.

◀ Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked with an asterisk “*” on the right-hand side of the channel number in the channel banner.

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◀ Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to select “Reset”, than press the ENTER ➕ button.

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display

Setting Up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP)

The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. The actual screens on your PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of 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.)

Administrator Internet Internet Explorer E-mail Netscape Messenger Adobe Acrobat 6.0 Professional MSN Explorer Windows Media Player Windows Movie Maker ACL Instant Messenger License Windows Update All Programs My Documents My Recent Documents > My Pictures My Music My Computer My Network Places Control Panel Printers and Fixes Help and Support Search Run... Log Off Turn Off Computer start

1 First, click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.

Control Panel Pick a category Maintenance and Services Desktops and other Hardware Network and Internet Connections Data Accounts Add or Remove Programs Make, Time, Language, and Regional Options Smooth, Speech, and Audio Devices Accessibility Options Performance and Maintenance

2 When the control panel window appears, click on “Appearance and Themes” and a display dialog-box will appear.

Appearance and Themes Pick a task... or pick a Control Panel icon

3 When the control panel window appears, click on "Display" and a display dialog-box will appear.

Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Display: Default Monitor on NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Screen resolution More Less 1360 by 768 pixels Color quality Highest (32 bit) Troubleshoot... Advanced OK Cancel Apply

4 Navigate to the "Settings" tab on the display dialog-box. The correct size setting (resolution) -Optimum: LN-R237W1: 1360 x 768 pixels LN-R238WA/LN-R238WXC: 1280 x 720 pixels

If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display settings dialog box, the correct value is “60” or “60 Hz”. Otherwise, just click “OK” and exit the dialog box.

* See “Display Modes” on page 81.

How to Auto Adjust

Use the Auto Adjust function to have the TV set automatically adjust the video signals the monitor receives. The function also automatically fine-tunes the settings and adjusts the frequency values and positions.

Press the PC button under the remote's cover to select the PC mode.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER← button.

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Auto Adjustment", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV PC Input Image Lock Position Picture Auto Adjustment Sound Channel Setup Image Reset Move Enter Return

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Adjusting the Screen Quality

The purpose of the picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning alone, then do the frequency adjustments to the utmost and fine tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of screen.

Press the PC button under the remote's cover to select the PC mode.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER← button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "PC" then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER button to select "Image Lock".

T V PC Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Image Lock Position Auto Adjustment Image Reset Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Coarse" or "Fine", then press the ENTER button.

Press the LEFT/RIGHT◀▶ buttons to adjust the screen quality. Vertical stripes may appear or the picture may be blurry.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Image Lock Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Coarse Fine 50 50 Move Enter Return

Coarse 50 Fine 50

Changing the Screen Position

Press the PC button under the remote's cover to select the PC mode.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER ← button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Position", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

TV PC Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Image Lock Position Auto Adjustment Image Reset Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to adjust the V-Position.

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to adjust the H-Position.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Position Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Move Enter Return

TV Position Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Move Enter Return

Initializing the Screen Position or Color Settings

Press the PC button under the remote's cover to select the PC mode.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER ← button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER← button.

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Image Reset", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV PC Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Image Lock Position Auto Adjustment Image Reset Move Enter Return

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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).

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the ENTER button to select "Time", then press the ENTER button to select "Clock Set".

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Clock Set : ---: - am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Off Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons repeatedly until the correct "Hour" appears.

After the hour is entered, press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to select "Minute".

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons until the correct "Minute" appears.

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to select “am/pm” and adjust with the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Clock Set Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Hour 12 Minute 00 am/pm am Move Adjust Return

◀ You can also set the time using the number buttons on the remote.

Setting the Sleep Timer

Set the timer for the TV to turn off at the preset time automatically.

Sleep timer

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Sleep Timer", then press the ENTER← button.

T V Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Time Clock Set : 12 : 00 am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Off Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons repeatedly until the correct time appears.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Clock Set : 12 : 00 am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : 30 Off Timer : 60 90 120 150 180 Move Enter Return

Alternate method:

Press the SLEEP button on the remote. The number on the screen changes from Off • 30 • 60 • 90 • 120 • 150 • 180

STILL PP SLEEP 1 3 4 5 6

Setting the On/Off Timer

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "On Timer", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons repeatedly to select the appropriate "Hour".

Press the LEFT/RIGHT◀▶ buttons to select "Minute".

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons repeatedly to select the appropriate "Minute".

Set other items using the same method as above.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Clock Set : 12 : 00 am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Off Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Move Enter Return

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Time Clock Set : 12:00 am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : 12:00 am Off Off Timer : 12:00 am Off Move Enter Return

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup On Timer Hour 12 Minute 00 am/pm am Channel 03 Volume 10 Activation No Move Adjust Return

Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock.

When you set the hours, make sure the correct time of day (am or pm) appears to the right of the time.

◀ You can also set the time using the number buttons on the remote.

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3

Press the LEFT/RIGHT ◀▶ buttons to select "Activation". Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to set the On Time "Yes".

When finished, press the ENTER← button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup On Timer Hour 12 Minute 00 am/pm am Channel 03 Volume 10 Activation Vcc Move Adjust Return

◀ To deactivate the “On Timer,” select “No” during this step.

Repeatedly pressing the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons will alternate between “Yes” and “No”.

◀ You can also set the time using the number buttons on the remote.

4

To set the Off time, press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Off Timer".

Press the ENTER button and set the hours and minutes.

(Follow the same procedure as in steps 2 and 3 above).

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Clock Set : 12 : 00 am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer : 12 : 00 am On Off Timer : 12 : 00 am Off Move Enter Return

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Off Timer Hour 12 Minute 00 am/pm am Activation No Move Adjust Return

5

When finished setting the timer, press the EXIT button to exit.

- Auto Power Off

When you set the timer on, your television will be turned off if you do not operate any controls for 3 hours after the TV has been turned on with the ‘Timer On’ function.

Chapter 9

FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

Selecting a Menu Language

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Language".

Press the ENTER← button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select “English”, “Français”, “Español”, or “Português”.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time : Français V-Chip : Español Caption : Português Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

Using the V-Chip

The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed.

Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN)

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

The “Enter PIN” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

T V V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN * * * * 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

The default PIN number for a new TV set is “0-0-0-0.”

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4

After entering a valid PIN number, the "V-Chip" screen will appear. Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Change PIN".

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Press ENTER button.

The Change PIN screen will appear. Choose any 4-digits for your PIN and enter them.

As soon as the 4 digits are entered, the “Confirm new PIN” screen appears. Re-enter the same 4 digits. When the Confirm screen disappears, your PIN has been memorized.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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TV Change PIN Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Confirm new PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

T V Change PIN Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Confirm new PIN * * * * 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

TV Change PIN Input Picture Sound Channel Setup PIN is changed successfully OK Enter Return

◀ If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control buttons (with the unit “Off”) in the following sequence, which resets the PIN to 0-0-0-0: POWER OFF → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 → POWER ON.

How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip

Note: PIP operation is disabled when the V-chip is on.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

The “Enter PIN” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

The default PIN number for a new TV set is “0-0-0-0.”

4

The "V-Chip" screen will appear, and "V-Chip Lock" will be selected.

To enable the V-Chip feature, press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons so that the "V-Chip Lock" is set to "On".

Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup V-Chip Lock Off On V-Chip TV Parental Guideline MPAA Rating Canadian English Canadian French Change PIN Move Enter Return

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 to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

The "Enter PIN" screen will appear.

Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

T V V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN * * * * 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

The default PIN number for a new TV set is "0-0-0-0."

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3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "TV Parental Guidelines", then press the ENTER button.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup V-Chip Lock : On TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating Canadian English Canadian French Change PIN Move Enter Return

4

The “TV Parental Guidelines” screen will appear.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select one of the six age-based categories:

TV-Y : Young children

TV-Y7 : Children 7 and over

TV Parental Guidelines Input Picture Sound Channel Setup ALL FV V S L D TV-Y U TV-Y7 U U TV-G U TV-PG U TV-14 U U U U TV-MA U U U U B : Blocked U : Unblocked Move Enter Return

TV-G : General audience

TV-PG : Parental guidance

TV-14 : Viewers 14 and over

TV-MA : Mature audience

Note: These categories consist of two separate groups: TV-Y and TV-Y7 (young children through age 7), and TV-G through TV-MA (everybody else). The restrictions for these two groups work independently: If a household includes very young children as well as young adults, the TV guidelines must be set up separately for each age group. (See next step.)

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At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected.

Depending on your existing setup, the letter "U" or "B" will be highlighted (changed to yellow). (U= Unblocked, B= Blocked)

When the "U" or "B" is highlighted, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the UP/DOWN▲▼ buttons and then repeat the process. To EXIT this screen, press the MENU button again.

Note 1: The TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA have additional options. See the next step to change any of the following sub-ratings:

FV: Fantasy Violence

D : Sexual suggestive Dialog

L : Adult Language

S : Sexual situation

V : Violence

Note 2: The V-Chip will automatically block certain categories that are “more restrictive.” For example, if you block “TV-Y” category, then TV-Y7 will automatically be blocked. Similarly, if you block the TV-G category, then all the categories in the “young adult” group will be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA). The sub-ratings (D, L, S, V) work together similarly. (See next section.)

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How to set the FV, D, L, S and V sub-ratings.

First, select one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA (See Step 4, on previous page).

Next, while the TV-Rating is selected, repeatedly press the LEFT or RIGHT buttons.

This will cycle through the available sub-ratings (FV,L, S, D or V).

A highlighted letter ("U" or "B") will be displayed for each sub-rating. While the "U" or "B" is highlighted, press the ENTER button to change the sub-rating.

Press the MENU button once to save the TV guidelines.

To select a different TV-Rating, press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons and then repeat the process.

To exit this screen, press the MENU button once again.

Note: The V-chip will automatically block certain categories that are “More restrictive”. For example, if you block the “L” sub-rating in TV-PG, then the “L” sub-ratings in TV-14 and TV-MA will automatically be blocked.

7

Press the EXIT button to exit.

(Or proceed to the next section, and set up additional restrictions based on the MPAA codes).

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

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER ↩ button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

T V Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off FC Move Enter Return

2

The “Enter PIN” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN * * * * 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

The default PIN number for a new TV set is “0-0-0-0.”

Continued...

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼

buttons to select

"MPAA Rating", then press the ENTER button.

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4

Repeatedly press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select a particular MPAA category. (When a category is selected, its color changes to yellow.)

T V Input Picture Sound Channel Setup MPAA Rating Block G U PG U PG-13 U R U NC-17 U X U NR U B : Blocked U : Unblocked Move Enter Return

GGeneral audience (no restrictions).
PGParental guidance suggested.
PG-13(Parents strongly cautioned).
R(Restricted. Children under 17 should be accompanied by an adult).
NC-17No children under age 17.
X(Adults only).
NRNot rated.

Press the ENTER button to select "U" or "B".

Press the EXIT button to save and clear all screen.

Note: The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is “more restrictive”.

For example, if you block the “PG-13” category, then “R”, “NC-17” and “X” will automatically be blocked also.

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: "Excessive rating".

To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using the number buttons. Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels.

In this case, use the MENU button for an "emergency escape":

Select the V-Chip on the Menu. Enter your PIN number, and press the ENTER button to temporarily disable the V-Chip Lock.

How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian English’

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

The “Enter PIN” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

The default PIN number for a new TV set is "0-0-0-0."

4

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Canadian English", then press the ENTER← button.

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5

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to select a appropriate restriction. Press the ENTER← button to activate the restriction selected. The "B" is indicated. Press the EXIT button to exit.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Canadian English Block E U C U C8+ U G U PG U 14+ U 18+ U B : Blocked U : Unblocked Move Enter Return

Canadian English

• E : Exempt programming includes...news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
• C : Programming intended for children under age 8.
• C8+ : Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.
• G : General programming, suitable for all audiences.
• PG : Parental Guidance.
- 14+ : Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14.
• 18+ : Adult programming.

How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian French’

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

The “Enter PIN” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number.

TV V-Chip Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Enter PIN 0-9 : Enter PIN Return

The default PIN number for a new TV set is “0-0-0-0.”

4

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Canadian French", then press the ENTER← button.

TV Input Picture Sound Channel Setup V-Chip V-Chip Lock ; On TV Parental Guidelines MPAA Rating Canadian English Canadian French Change PIN Move Enter Return

5

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ button to select a appropriate restriction.

Press the ENTER button to activate the restriction selected. The "B" is indicated. Press the EXIT button to exit.

T V Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Canadian French Block E U G U 8 ans+ U 13 ans+ U 16 ans+ U 18 ans+ U B : Blocked U : Unblocked Move Enter Return

Canadian French

• E : Exempt programming includes...news, sports, documentaries and other information programming, talk shows, music videos, and variety programming.
• G : General.
- 8 ans+ : Not recommended for young children.
- 13 ans+ : Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
- 16 ans+ : Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16.
- 18 ans+ : Programming restricted to adults.

Viewing Closed Captions

Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. Most pre-recorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as well. Check for the closed caption symbol in your television schedule and on the tape's packaging: cc.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

The Caption feature does not work with DVD or Set-top box signals.

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Caption", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

Press the ENTER button to select "Caption".

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to set the Caption "On", then press the ENTER button.

T V Caption Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Caption : Off Mode : Caption Channel : 1 Field : 1 Move Enter Return

T V Caption Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Caption : Off Mode : On Channel : 1 Field : 1 Move Enter Return

Different channels and fields display different information: Field 2 carries additional information that supplements the information in Field 1. (For example, Channel 1 may have subtitles in English, while Channel 2 has subtitles

◀ in Spanish).

4

Depending on the particular broadcast, it might be necessary to alter the settings to “Channel” and “Field”.

Alternate method:

Press the CAPTION button on the remote control.

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5

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Mode", then press the ENTER ← button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to set "Caption" or "Text", then press the ENTER button.

TV Caption Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Caption : On Mode : Caption Channel : 1 Field : 1 Move Enter Return

TV Caption Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Caption : On Mode : Caption Channel : Text Field : 1 Move Enter Return

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Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "1" or "2", then press the ENTER button.

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Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Field", then press the ENTER button.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "1" or "2", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Setting the Blue Screen Mode

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 to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Blue Screen", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to set Blue Screen "On".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

T V Setup Input Plug & Play Language : English Picture Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Channel Melody : On PC Move Enter Return

Selecting the Melody

You can hear a melody sound when the television is powered on or off.

1

Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC Move Enter Return

2

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "Melody", then press the ENTER button.

T V Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off Move Enter Return

3

Press the UP/DOWN ▲▼ buttons to select "On".

Press the EXIT button to exit.

T V Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Blue Screen : Off Melody : Off PC On Move Enter Return

If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center.

Identifying Problems

ProblemPossible Solution
Poor pictureTry another channel.Adjust the antenna.Check all wire connections.
Poor sound quality.Try another channel.Adjust the antenna.
No picture or sound.Try another channel.Press the SOURCE button.Make sure the TV is plugged in.Check the antenna connections.
No sound or sound is too low at maximum volume.First, check the volume of units connected to your TV (digital broadcasting receiver, DTV, DVD, cable broadcasting receiver, VCR, etc.). Then, adjust the TV volume accordingly.Check if “Internal Mute” is off.
Picture rolls vertically.Check all wire connections.
The TV operates erratically.Unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then try operating it again.
Remote control malfunctionsReplace the remote control batteries.Clean the upper edge of the remote control (transmission window).Check the battery terminals.
“Check signal cable” message.Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC sources.
“Not Supported Mode” message.Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the Video Adaptor.Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes.
The image is too light or too dark.Adjust the Brightness and Contrast.Adjust the Fine tuning.
Horizontal bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image.Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning.

Problem

Vertical bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image.

Screen is black and power indicator light blinks steadily.

Image is not stable and may appear to vibrate when you have a computer connected to the PC input.

Possible Solution

Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning.

On your computer check: Power, Signal Cable. The TV is using its power management system. Move the computer's mouse or press any key on the keyboard.

If the setting is not correct, use your computer utility program to change the display settings.

NOTE: Your TV supports multiscan display functions within the following frequency domain:

Horizontal frequency (kHz)30~61
Vertical frequency (Hz)60~75
Maximum refresh rate (at 60Hz)1280 X 720(*LN-R237W1: 1360 x 768)

Image is not centered on the screen.

If a still image is displayed for an extended period of time, residual images or blurring may appear.

Adjust the horizontal and vertical position. The screen position must be adjusted on the output source (i.e. STB) with a digital signal.

When you need to leave the monitor unused for an extended period of time, adjust the settings so that the monitor automatically goes into energy saving mode or activates the screen saver to display moving images.

The TFT LCD panel uses a panel consisting of sub pixels [2,764,800 (LN-R237W1 - 3,147,264)] which require sophisticated technology to produce.

However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.

Installing the stand

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  1. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table.
  2. Attach the stand to the TV set as shown in the picture.
  3. Use the four screws to tightly fix the stand.

Disconnecting the stand

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  1. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table.
  2. Remove four screws from the back of the TV.
  3. Separate the stand from the TV.
  4. Cover the bottom hole with a cap.

Installing the Wall Mount Kit

Note: This installation is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a wall.

When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer.

Components (Sold separately)
a Wall-Bracket b Set-Bracket c Screw: 8EA d Wood Screw: 4EA e Anchor: 4EA f Installation Guide

How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket

1 ① Mark the location on the wall where the hole will be drilled.

② Drill a hole of 35mm depth on the marked location.
③ Fix anchors ⓔ on each hole on the wall.
④ Connect wall-bracket a to the wall with wood screws d after fitting anchors e into the wall-bracket a.

Note: If the bracket is not firmly fixed to the wall, LCD TV can fall off.

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2 ① Turn the power off and unplug the power cord from the outlet.

② Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table.
③ Attach the set-bracket ⓑ onto the rear side of the TV set and secure the screws Ⓒ.


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3 ① Insert three Hangers of the set-bracket b into the grooves of the wall-bracket a.

② Fix set-bracket b and wall-bracket a with screws c.

Note: Before installing the set on the wall, connect the cables to the set first.


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Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place.

The locking device has to be purchased separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. Please refer to the manual provided with the Kensington lock for proper use.

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Note: The place of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.

  1. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the LCD TV (Figure 1), and turn it in the locking direction (Figure 2).
  2. Connect the Kensington lock cable.
  3. Fix the Kensington lock to a desk or a heavy stationary object.

Using Your TV in Another Country

If you plan to take your TV with you to a foreign country, please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world. A TV designed for one system may not work properly with another system due to differences in the TV channel frequencies.

Specifications

Model NameLN-R237W1LN-R238WA / LN-R238WXC
Screen Size (Diagonal)23 inch23 inch
Power SupplyAC110V-120V, 60 HzAC110V-120V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption100 W100 W
PC Resolution1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz
Sound Output3 W + 3 W3 W + 3 W
Dimensions (WxDxH)
Body22.95 x 3.54 x 17.44 inches(583.0 x 90.0 x 443.0 mm)22.95 x 3.54 x 17.44 inches(583.0 x 90.0 x 443.0 mm)
With stand22.95 x 8.11 x 19.10 inches(583.0 x 206.0 x 484.7 mm)22.95 x 8.11 x 19.10 inches(583.0 x 206.0 x 484.7 mm)
Weight With stand18.96 lbs (8.6 kg)18.96 lbs (8.6 kg)
Environmental Considerations
Operating Temperature50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C)50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C)
Operating Humidity10% to 80%, non-condensing10% to 80%, non-condensing
Storage Temperature-4 °F to 113 °F (-20 °C to 45 °C)-4 °F to 113 °F (-20 °C to 45 °C)
Storage Humidity5% to 95%, non-condensing5% to 95%, non-condensing

* Referring to Display Modes, page 81.

Display Modes

If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system doesn't equal the standard signal mode, adjust the mode by referring to your video card user guide; otherwise there may be no video. For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during manufacture.

ModeResolutionHorizontal Frequency (kHz)Vertical Frequency (Hz)Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz)Sync Polarity (H/V)
IBM640 X 48031.46959.94025.175- / -
720 X 40031.46970.08728.322- / +
VESA640 X 48037.86172.80931.500- / -
640 X 48037.50075.00031.500- / -
800 X 60037.87960.31740.000+ / +
800 X 60048.07772.18850.000+ / +
800 X 60046.87575.00049.500+ / +
1024 X 76848.36460.00065.000- / -
1024 X 76856.47670.06975.000- / -
1024 X 76860.02375.02978.750+ / +
1360 X 76847.71260.01585.800+ / +
VESA (LN-R238WA/ LN-R238WXC)1280 X 72045.00060.00074.250+ / +

* The interlace mode is not supported.
* The set might operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.
* DVI dose not support PC function.

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natural_image 3D rendering of a computer monitor with ventilation grilles and internal components (no visible text or symbols)

SAMSUNG LN-R238WXC - 1 - 5


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natural_image Cartoon illustration of a smiling couple driving a car (no text or symbols)
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natural_image Cartoon illustration of a smiling driver and a car driver inside a vehicle (no text or symbols)
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MPAA: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR 67

① COMPONENT IN 1, 2

8 HDMI/DVI IN (R-AUDIO-L)

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2

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natural_image Illustration of a remote control with a scroll wheel and directional arrow (no text or symbols)
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2

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SAMSUNG LN-R238WXC - 5 - 2

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SAMSUNG LN-R238WXC - 5 - 3

natural_image Diagram of a device with labeled components and directional arrows, no readable text or symbols present

SAMSUNG LN-R238WXC - 5 - 4

natural_image 3D architectural rendering of a modern office building (no visible text or symbols)
natural_image Technical line drawing of a device panel with connectors and ports (no text or symbols)
natural_image 3D rendering of a computer monitor with ventilation grilles and internal components (no visible text or symbols)

SAMSUNG LN-R238WXC - 5 - 5


SAMSUNG LN-R238WXC - 5 - 6

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Brand : SAMSUNG

Model : LN-R238WXC

Category : TV