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USER MANUAL LN-T1954H SAMSUNG

If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG

customer care center.

Contacte con SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE

Owner's Instructions

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

Record your Model and Serial number here for future reference.

Model Serial No.

Precautions When Displaying a Still Image

A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen

  • Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention.

This image retention is also known as "screen burn".

To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.

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Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.

Playing a DVD or a game console may cause a similar effect to the screen.

Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.

  • Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.

To prevent this effect, reduce the 'brightness' and 'contrast' when displaying still images.

List of Features 2
■ Accessories 2
Viewing the Control Panel 3
Viewing the Connection Panel 4
Remote Control 5
- Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 6

CONNECTIONS

  • Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas 6
  • Connecting Cable TV 7
  • Connecting a VCR 8
  • Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box 9
  • Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via HDMI 9
  • Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via DVI 10
  • Connecting a Digital Audio System 10
  • Connecting a PC 11

OPERATION

  • Turning the TV On and Off 12
    Plug & Play Feature 12
    Changing Channels 13
    Adjusting the Volume 14
    Viewing the Display 14
    Viewing the Menus 15
    ■ Memorizing the Channels. 15
    To Select the Source 17
    To Edit the Input Source Name. 17

PICTURE CONTROL

Using Automatic Picture Settings 18
Adjusting the Color Tone 19
Setting the Film Mode. 19
Freezing the Picture (depending on the model) 19
Changing the Screen Size 20
Viewing Picture-in-Picture 21
HDMI Black Level 22

SOUND CONTROL

Customizing the Sound 23
Using Automatic Sound Settings 23
Setting the TruSurround XT 24
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital . 24
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog 25
Automatic Volume Control 25
Selecting the Internal Mute 26
■ Listening to the Sound of the Sub (PIP) Picture 26
Resetting the Sound Settings to the Factory Defaults.... 27
- Connecting Headphones 27
Setting the On/Off Melody 27

CHANNEL CONTROL

Selecting the Antenna 28
Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital 28
Setting the Channel Lists. 29
To set-up Your Favorite Channels 30
Using the Channel Lists. 31
Viewing the Channel Lists 31
Labeling Channels 32
LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) 32
Fine Tuning Analog Channels 33
Checking the Digital-Signal Strength 33

PC DISPLAY

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display 34
Display Modes 34
Setting up the TV with your PC 35

TIME SETTING

Setting the Clock 37

FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

Selecting a Menu Language 40
Using the Game Mode 40
■ Menu Transparency Level 40
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog 41
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital 42
Setting the Function Help 43
Setting the Light Effect 43
Using the V-Chip. 44
■ Digital Noise Reduction 51
Upgrading the Software 51

APPENDIX

Appendix 52
Troubleshooting 52
■ Installing the Stand 54
- Disconnecting the Stand 54
How to Adjust the Stand 55
Using the Decoration Covers 55
■ Installing VESA compliant mounting devices. 55
■ Installing the Wall Mount Kit 55
How to Adjust the Angle of the TV 55
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock 56
■ Specifications 56

List of Features

  • Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV's memory.
    Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off.
    A special sleep timer.
    V-Chip function.
  • Excellent Digital Interface & Networking : With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Set-Top Box needed.
    Remote Control

The supplied remote can be used to operate the TV as well as most DVD players, Set-top boxes, Cable Boxes and VCRs.

  • SRS TruSurround XT
  • SRS TruSurround XT provides a virtual Dolby surround system.

Accessories

Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV.

If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

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Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2)

(LN-T1953H:BN59-00601A)

LN-T1954H:BN59-00608A

Power Cord

(3903-000085)

Wall Mount kit

(BN96-04960A)

Owner's Instructions

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Warranty Card / Registration

Card / Safety Guide Manual

(Not available in all locations)

Decoration Cover

LN-T1953H-Left: BN63-03216A,

Right: BN63-03217A

LN-T1954H-Left: BN63-03216B,

Right: BN63-03217B

Cleaning Cloth

(BN63-01798A)

The items color and shape may vary depending on the model.

Buttons on the Lower Part of the Panel

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

Front Panel buttons
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Touch the right side of each button to operate.

The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

1 SOURCE

Toggles between all the available input sources (TV, AV, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you would 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 increase or decrease the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the +VOL - buttons as you would use the and buttons on the remote control.

CH

Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the CH buttons as you would use the and butons on the remote control.

5 (POWER)

Press to turn the TV on and off. POWER INDICATOR

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

REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

SPEAKERS

Rear Panel Jacks

Use the rear panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as VCR or DVD players. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 7-11.

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1 AV IN

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

S-VIDEO

Connect an S-Video signal from a camcorder or VCR.

2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

Connects to a Digital Audio component.

Connector for service only.

4 HDMI/DVI IN / DVI IN (AUDIO R/L)

Connect to the HDMI jack of a device with an HDMI output. Use the HDMI/DVI IN terminal for DVI connection to an external device. You should use the DVI to HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI adapter (DVI to HDMI) for video connection, and the DVI IN 'R-AUDIO-L' terminal for audio.

HDMI/DVI IN terminal does not support PC.

No sound connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection

HEADPHONE

Connects a set of external headphones for private listening.

ANT 1 IN/ANT 2 IN

Connects to an antenna or cable TV system.

PCIN

Connects to the video and audio output jacks on your PC.

3 COMPONENT IN

Connects Component video音频.

9 POWER INPUT

Connects the supplied power cord.

10 KENSINGTON LOCK

The Kensington lock (not supplied) is a device used to physically fix the system when used in a public place. If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV.

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

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.

1 POWER

Turns the TV on and off.

2 NUMERIC BUTTONS

Press to change the channel.

3-

Press to select additional channels(digital and analog) being broadcast by the same station. For example, to select channel "54-3", press "54", then press " - " and " 3".

CH LIST

Used to display Channel Lists on the screen.

5 ANTENNA

Press to select "AIR" or "CABLE".

6 VOL/VOLO

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

MUTE)

Press to temporarily cut off the sound.

8 MENU

Displays the main on-screen menu.

S.MODE

Press to select the sound mode.

10 RETURN

Returns to the previous menu.

1 P.MODE

Press to select the picture mode.

SRS

Selects SRS TruSurround XT mode.

MTS

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

14 AUTO PROG.

Press to automatically store selected TV/Cable channels.

15 ADD/DEL

Use to store and delete channels to/from memory.

16 SOURCE

Press to display all of the available video sources.

PRE-CH

Tunes to the previous channel.

18 FAV.CH

Press to switch to your favorite channels.

19 SLEEP

Press to select a preset time interval for automatic ahut off.

20 CH / CH

Press to change channels.

21 EXIT

Press to exit the menu.

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

2 INFO

Press to display information on the TV screen.

CAPTION

Controls the caption decoder.

25 STILL

Press to stop the action during a particular scene. Press again to resume normal video.

26 P.SIZE

Picture size selection.

27 PIP

Picture-in Picture ON/OFF.

28 CH

Displays the available channels in sequence. (These buttons change channels in the PIP window only.)

29 POSITION

Change the position of the PIP screen.

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This is a special remote control for the visually impaired, and has Braille points on the Power, Channel and Volume buttons.

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

  1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure.
  2. Install two AAA size batteries.

Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

  1. Replace the cover.

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 should 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 neon sign nearby?

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Connections

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas

If your antenna has a set of leads that look like the diagram to the right, see "Antennas with 300 Flat Twin Leads" below.

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If your antenna has one lead that looks like diagram to the right, see "Antennas with 75 Ω Round Leads".

If you have two antennas, see "Separate VHF and UHF Antennas".

Antennas with 300 Ω Flat Twin Leads

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

  1. Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 300 - 75 adapter (not supplied).

Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.

  1. Plug the adaptor into the ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the back of the TV.

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Antennas with 75 Ω Round Leads

  1. Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 1 IN (AIR) terminal on the back of the TV.

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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.

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  1. Plug the combiner into the ANT 1 IN (AIR) terminal on the bottom of the rear panel.

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Connecting Cable TV

To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below.

Cable without a Cable Box

  1. Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the back of the TV.

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

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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.

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

  1. Connect the other end of this cable to the ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the back of the TV.

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Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels

If your cable box descrambs 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.
    This terminal might be labeled "ANT IN", "VHF IN" or simply, "IN".
  2. Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.
  3. Connect an RF cable between the OUTPUT terminal on the splitter and the IN terminal on the cable box.
  4. Connect an RF cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the cable box and the B-IN terminal on the RF(A/B) switch.
  5. Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A-IN terminal on the 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.

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After you have 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.)

Video Connacion

These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 6-7). 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.
  2. Connect the cable or antenna to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR.
  3. Connect an RF Cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the VCR and the ANT 1 IN (AIR) or ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the TV.
  4. Connect a Video Cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the AV IN 1 (or AV IN 2) [VIDEO] jack on the TV.
  5. Connect Audio Cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AV IN 1 (or AV IN 2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV.

If you have a "mono" (non-stereo) VCR, use a Y-connector (not supplied) to hook up to the right and left audio input jacks of the TV. If your VCR is stereo, you must connect two cables.

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

Each VCR has a different back panel configuration.

When connecting a VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

S-Video Connexion

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

  1. To begin, follow steps 1-3 in the previous section to connect the antenna or cable to your VCR and your TV.
  2. Connect an S-Video Cable between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the AV IN1 [S-VIDEO] jack on the TV.
  3. Connect Audio Cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AV IN1 [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV.

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An S-Video cable may be included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store.)

Each VCR has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

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

  1. Connect a Component Cable between the COMPONENT IN(1 or 2) [Y, P_B , P_R ] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, P_B , P_R ] jacks on the DVD/Set-top Box.

  2. Connect Audio Cables between the COMPONENT IN(1 or 2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD/Set-top Box

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Component video separates the video into Y (Luminance (brightness)), Pb (Blue) and Pr (Red) for enhanced video quality. Be sure to match the component video and audio connections. For example, if connecting the video cable to COMPONENT IN, connect the audio ca to COMPONENT IN also.
Each DVD Player/STB has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a DVD player/STB, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via HDMI

This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on the external device.

  1. Connect an HDMI Cable between the HDMI/DVI IN connector on the TV and the HDMI connector on the DVD player/Set-Top Box

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What is HDMI?

  • HDMI(High-Definition Multimedia Interface), is a next-generation an interface that enables the transmission of digital audio and video signals using a single cable.
  • 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.
    Each DVD player/STB has a different back panel configuration.

Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via DVI

This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on the external device.

  1. Connect a DVI to HDMI Cable or DVI-HDMI Adapter between the HDMI/DVI IN connector on the TV and the DVI connector on the DVD player/Set-Top Box.
  2. Connect Audio Cables between the DVI IN [R-AUDIO-L] jack on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player/ Set-Top Box.

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Each DVD player/STB has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a DVD player/STB, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI/DVI IN terminal.

Connecting a Digital Audio System

The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Digital Audio System to your TV.

  1. Connect an Optical Cable between the "DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)" jacks on the TV and the Digital Audio Input jacks on the Digital Audio System.

When a Digital Audio System is connected to the "DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)" terminal: Decrease the volume of the TV, and adjust the volume level with the system's volume control.

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Digital Audio System

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TV Rear Panel

5.1CH audio is possible when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1CH.
Each Digital Audio System has a different back panel configuration.

  1. Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN [PC] connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer.
  2. Connect a PC Audio Cable between PC IN [AUDIO] jack on the TV and the Audio Out jack of the sound card on your computer.

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Each PC has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a PC, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Turning the TV On and Off

Press the POWER button on the remote control.

You can also use the button on the side of the panel.

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Plug & Play Feature

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently:

  1. Press the POWER button on the remote control.

The message "Menu language, Shop Mode, Channels and Time will be set." is displayed.

Press the ENTER button, then "Select the language of the OSD" menu is automatically displayed.

  1. Press the or buttons to select language, then press the ENTER button.

The message "Select Home Mode when installing this TV at home." is displayed.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Shop" or "Home", then press the ENTER button.

The message "Select the antennas to memorize." is displayed.

We recommend setting the TV to Home mode for the best picture in your home environment.
Shop mode is only intended for use in retail environments.
If the unit is accidentally set to Shop mode and you want to return to Dynamic (Home) mode, press any Volume button and then hold down the MENU button for five seconds on the side panel of the TV.

  1. Press the or buttons to memorize the channels of the selected connection. Press the ENTER button to select "Start".

If the antenna is connected to ANT 1(AIR), select "Air" and if it is connected to ANT 2 (CABLE), select "Cable".
If both ANT 1 (AIR) and ANT 2 (CABLE) are connected, select the "Air + Cable".
In Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among STD, HRC, and IRC by pressing the or button, then press the ENTER button.

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

  1. The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.

After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program menu reappears.

Press the ENTER button when channel memorization is complete.

The message "Select the clock mode." is displayed.

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

  1. Press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Manual" or "Auto", then Press the ENTER button.

The message "Set to daylight savings time." is displayed.

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  1. Press the or buttons to select "On" or "Off", then Press the ENTER button. The message "Select the time zone where you are located." is displayed.
  2. Press the or buttons to highlight the time zone for your local area. Press the ENTER button. If you have received a digital signal, the time will be set automatically. If not, see page 38 to set the clock.
  3. The message "Enjoy your watching." is displayed. When you have finished, press the ENTER button.

If you want to reset this feature...

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the ENTER button again, to select "Plug & Play".
  3. The message "Menu language, Shop Mode, Channels and Time will be set." is displayed.

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Changing Channels

Using the Channel Buttons

  1. Press the CH or CH button to change channels.

When you press the CH or CH button, the TV changes channels in sequence.

You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels). You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized. See page 15 to memorize channels.

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.

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.

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Adjusting the Volume

  1. Press the VOL or VOL buttons to decrease or increase the volume.

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Using Mute

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

  1. Press MUTE button and the sound cuts off. The word "Mute" will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen.
  2. To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again, or simply press the VOL or VOL buttons.

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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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Press the INFO button once more or wait approximately 10 seconds and the display disappears automatically.

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Viewing the Menus

  1. With the power on, press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. The menu's left side has five icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, Input.
  2. Use the or buttons to select one of the five icons. Then press the ENTER button to access the icon's sub-menu.
  3. Press the EXIT button to exit.

The on-screen menus disappear from the screen after about one minute.

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Memorizing the Channels

Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both "off-air" (Air) and "Cable" channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH or CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channels digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding or deleting channels (Channel Lists).

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 Air or a Cable system).

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

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

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  1. Press the ENTER button select "Antenna".

Press the or buttons to select "Air" or "Cable", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method)

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Auto Program", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select the antenna connection, then press the ENTER button.

Air: "Air" antenna signal. / Cable: "Cable" antenna signal. / Air+Cable: "Air" and "Cable" antenna signals.

  1. When selecting the Cable TV system: Press the ENTER button to start the auto program. By default, the cable TV system is set to "STD". If you want to select another type of cable system, press the or button to select "STD", "HRC" or "IRC".

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.

Press the ENTER button to start the auto program.

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

  1. After all the available channels are stored, the "Auto Program" menu reappears. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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To Select the Source

Use to select TV or other external input sources connected to the TV. Use to select the input source of your choice.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Input", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the ENTER button to select "Source List". Press the or buttons to select signal source, then press the ENTER button.

When you connect equipment to the LCD, you can choose between the following sets of jacks: TV, AV, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI on the TV's rear panel.

HDMI input can only be selected when the external device is turned on and connected via HDMI.

You can choose only those external devices that are connected to the TV.

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

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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 or buttons to select "Input", then press the ENTER button. Press the or buttons to select "Edit Name", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "AV", "S-Video", "Component", "PC", "HDMI" input jack, then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "VCR", "DVD", "D-VHS", "Cable STB", "HD STB", "Satellite STB", "PVR STB", "AV Receiver", "DVD Receiver", "Game", "Camcorder", "DVD Combo", "DVD HDD Recoder", "PC", "Internet TV Recv.", "Interactive TV Recv.", "VOD STB", "TV" input source, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Using Automatic Picture Settings

Your TV has Three automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie by making a selection from the menu.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select "Picture".

  2. Press the ENTER button to select "Mode". Press the or buttons to select the "Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" picture setting. Press the ENTER button.

  3. Choose Dynamic to increase the clarity and sharpness of the picture.

  4. Choose Standard for the standard factory settings.
  5. Choose Movie for a natural Image without picture enhancements.

  6. Press the or buttons to select "Contrast", "Brightness", "Sharpness", "Color", or "Tint(G/R)", then press the ENTER button.

  7. Press the or buttons to decrease or increase the value of a particular item. For example, if you select "Contrast", pressing the button increases it.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

When you make changes to Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, Tint(G/R) OSD will be also adjusted accordingly.
- When in PC mode, Tint, Sharpness, and Color are not available.

Press the P.MODE button on the remote control repeatedly to select the desired picture mode.

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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 ENTER button to select "Picture".

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Color Tone", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Cool2", "Cool1", "Normal", "Warm1", or "Warm2".

Press the ENTER button.

When the picture mode is set to Dynamic or Standard, Warm1 and Warm2 cannot be selected. Movie mode is only available.
This function is available in PC mode.

Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Reset", then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select "OK", or "Cancel", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Eachmodecan bereset.

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Freezing the Picture

  1. Press the STILL button to freeze a moving picture.

Normal sound will still be heard. Press again to cancel.

While V-Chip is in operation, the Still function cannot be used.

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Setting the Film Mode

You can: automatically senses and processes film signals from all sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons toselect "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Flim Mode", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "On" or "Off", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

Film mode is supported in TV,VIDEO,S-VIDEO,and COMPONENT480i.

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Screen size selection depends on the type of video input.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the ENTER button, to select "Picture".
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Size", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select the screen format you want. Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

  • Wide : Adjusts the picture size to Wide appropriate for DVDs or wide broadcasting.
  • 16:9 : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.
  • Zoom1 : Magnifies the size of the picture on the screen.
  • Zoom2: Magnifies the size of the picture more than "Zoom1".
  • 4:3 : Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode.
  • Just Scan : Use the function to see the full image without any cutoff when HDMI 720p/1080i signals are input.

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Alternate, you can press the P.SIZE button on the remote control repeatedly to change the picture size.

If you watch a still image or the 4:3 mode for a long time (over 2 hours), an image may be burned onto the screen. View the TV in 16:9 mode as much as possible.

HD (High Definition)

16:9 - 1080i (1920x1080), 720P (1280x720)

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Wide

Adjusts the picture size to Wide appropriate for DVDs or wide broadcasting.

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16:9

Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.

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Zoom1

The screen size when Wide screen is vertically enlarged.

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Zoom2

The screen size when the Zoom1 screen is vertically enlarged.

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4:3

Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode.

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Just Scan

Use the function to see the full image without any cutoff when HDMI 720p/1080i signals are input.

In TV,VIDEO,S-VIDEO,and all COMPONENT (480i,480p),DTV (480i,480p) modes,all screen modes can be selected. (Wide · 16:9 · Zoom1 · Zoom2 · 4:3).
- You can select only the Wide, 16:9 and 4:3 screen sizes in the DTV Component (720p, 1080i) or HDMI (720p, 1080i) mode.
- In PC mode, only Wide & 4:3 modes can be selected.
- You must select Zoom with P. Size button on the remote if you want to move the Zoom1 or 2 picture up or down.
- When watching a DTV's HD signal, you can use. Horizontal zoom sets the optical picture format by expanding it both horizontally and vertically. For example, you can reset the picture in 4:3 format to 16:9. Does not support all external devices (DVD, VCR etc.).

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. (See page 26 to select the PIP picture sound.)

While V-Chip (See page 44) in operation, the PIP function cannot be used.

Activating Picture-in-Picture

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons toselect "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the ENTER button again.

Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button.

If you turn the TV off while watching in PIP mode and turn it on again, the PIP window will disappear.
You can view Analog TV broadcasts on the PIP screen (sub-picture) when the main picture is from an external device connected to PC

Main pictureSub picture
PCAnalog TV broadcasts only

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Changing the PIP Channel

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

Press the or buttons to select the desired channel in the PIP window.

Press the ENTER buttons.

MAIN:PC

PIP: TV(Analog)

The channel can be active when the sub picture is set to TV.

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Press the PIP Channel buttons on the remote control.

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Changing the Position of the PIP Window

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Position", then press the ENTER button.

Press the ENTER buttons.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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HDMI Black Level

You can select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons toselect "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "HDMI Black Level", then
    press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "Normal" or "Low", then press the ENTER button.

Normal: The screen gets brighter.
- Low: The screen gets darker.

This function is active only when the an external device (DVD player, STB etc.) is connected to the TV via HDMI.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Customizing the Sound

The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the "automatic" settings.)

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Equalizer", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select a particular frequency to adjust. Press the or buttons to increase or decrease the level of the particular frequency. Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

· L/R Sound Balance Adjustment :
To adjust the sound balance of the L/R speakers.
- Bandwidth Adjustment (100Hz, 300Hz, 1KHz, 3KHz, 10KHz) :
To adjust the level of different bandwidth frequencies.

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Using Automatic Sound Settings

Your TV has automatic sound settings ("Standard", "Music", "Movie", "Speech", and "Custom") that are preset at the factory. Or, you can select "Custom", which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. Press the ENTER button to select "Mode". Press the or buttons to select "Standard", "Music", "Movie", "Speech", or "Custom" sound setting, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

  • 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 (see "Customizing the Sound").

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Press the S.MODE button on the remote control repeatedly to select one of the sound settings.

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Setting the TruSurround XT

TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers.

TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "On" or "Off", then press the ENTER button.

  2. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select "SRS TruSurround XT", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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TRADEMARK & LABEL LICENSE NOTICE

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TruSurround XT, SRS and Symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital

The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). The availability of these additional "multitracks" depends upon the program.

Preferred Language

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.

Quick way to access the MTS menu: Just press the "MTS" button on the remote control. You can listen in a language other than your chosen language by pressing the MTS button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Multi-Track Options", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the ENTER button to select "Preferred Language".

Press the or buttons to choose the language (English, Spanish or French) you want, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

You can listen in a language other than the favorite language by pressing the MTS button on the remote control.

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Multi-Track Sound

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Multi-Track Options", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "Multi-Track Sound", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select a setting you want, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

  • 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.

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Press the MTS buttons on the remote control repeatedly to select "Mono", "Stereo", or "SAP".

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Automatic Volume Control

Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Auto Volume", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to set Auto Volume "On" or "Off" then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Selecting the Internal Mute

Sound output from the TV speakers is muted.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Internal Mute", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

When Internal Mute is set to "On", Sound menus except Multi-track Options cannot be adjusted.
The VOL, VOL and MUTE buttons do not operate when the Internal Mute is set to On.

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TV's Internal SpeakersAudio Out (Optical, L/R Out) to Sound System
RFAV, S-VideoComponent, PC, HDMIRFAV, S-VideoComponent, PC
Internal Mute OffSpeaker OutputSpeaker OutputSpeaker OutputSound OutputSound OutputSound Output
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Video No SignalMuteMuteMuteMuteMuteMute

When "Internal mute" is set to "On", Sound menus except "Multi-Track Options" cannot be adjusted.

Listening to the Sound of the Sub (PIP) Picture

When the PIP feature is activated, you can listen to the sound of the sub (PIP) picture.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Sound Select", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. Press the or buttons to select "Main" or "Sub", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

  2. Main: Used to listen to the sound of the main picture.

  3. Sub: Used to listen to the sound of the sub picture.

You can select this option when "PIP" is set to "On".

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Resetting the Sound Settings to the Factory Defaults

If Game Mode is On, the Reset Sound function is activated. Selecting the Reset function resets the equalizer setting to the factory defaults.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Reset", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Connecting Headphones

You can connect a set of headphones to your set if you wish to watch a TV program without disturbing the other people in the room.

When you insert the head set jack into the corresponding port, you can operate only "Multi track option" in Sound menu.
Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may damage your hearing.

You will not receive sound from the speakers when you connect headphones to the system.
The headphone volume and TV volume are adjusted differently.

Press the VOL button on the remote control repeatedly to select one of the sound settings.

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Setting the On/Off Melody

A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Melody", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select "Off", "Low", "Medium", "High" then press the ENTER button.

  4. Off: Turns off the melody function.

  5. Low: Sets the melody volume to low.
    Medium: Sets the melody volume to medium.
    High: Sets the melody volume to high.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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DOLBY DIGITAL

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Selecting the Antenna

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

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

  1. Press the ENTER button to select "Antenna".

Press the or buttons to select "Air" or "Cable", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Press the ANTENNA button on the remote control.

If the antenna is connected to ANT 1 IN (AIR), select "Air" and if it is connected to ANT 2 IN (CABLE), select "Cable".

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Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital

The Clear Scrambled Channel function is used to filter out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed.

It removes the scrambled channels from the list by tuning the digital cable channels. This process may take up to 20~30 minutes.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

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

  1. Press the or button to select "Clear Scrambled Channel", then press the ENTER button. It searches scrambled channels, which are to be removed from the list.

To stop searching scrambled channels;

Press the ENTER button to select Stop

Press the button to select Yes, then press the ENTER button.

  1. When the scrambled channel searching is completed, press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Setting the Channel Lists

You can add or delete a channel so only channels you want are displayed.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Channel List", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the ENTER button to select "All".

  4. Press the or buttons to select a channel to delete, then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Delete", then press the ENTER button to delete the channel.

The mark will disappear.

  1. Press the or buttons to select a channel to add, then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Add", then press the ENTER button to add the channel.

The mark will appear and the channel will be added.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

All selected channels will be shown on "Added menu".

  • Red (P.MODE) button: Press repeatedly to select "All", "Added", or "Favorite".
  • Green (S.MODE) button: Press to add all channels deleted.
  • Yellow (STILL) button: Press to delete all channels memorized.

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To set-up Your Favorite Channels

You can set channels you watch frequently as favorites.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Channel List", then press the ENTER button

  3. Press the or buttons to select "Added", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. Press the or buttons to select your favorite channels to watch among the labeled channels. Then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Favorite", then press the ENTER button.

The " " symbol will be highlighted and the channel will be set as a Favorite. To cancel your Favorite channel selection, press the ENTER button until the " " symbol is no longer highlighted.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Only memorized channels can be set as favorite channels.
All favorite channels will be shown in the "Favorite" menu.

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Using the Channel Lists

Displays the channel list automatically when you press CH LIST button on the remote. (Choose All, Added, or Favorite)

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Channel List", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to select "Default List Mode" (the CH.List you want to appear when you press CH.LIST) then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "All", "Added", or "Favorite" then press the ENTER button.

The CH.LIST you have chosen will now be set.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Press the CH LIST button on the remote control to bring up the Channel Lists.

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Viewing the Channel Lists

You can display a list of all channels, added channels or your favorite channels.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Channel List", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "All", "Added" or "Favorite", then press the ENTER button.
  4. Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. To toggle between your all channels, add channels, or favorite channels, use the red (P.Mode) button on the remote control.

  5. Red (P.Mode) button: Press repeatedly to select "All", "Added", or "Favorite"

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Labeling Channels

Channels can be labeled so that their call letters appear whenever the channel is selected.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

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

Press the or buttons to select "Name", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select the channel to be assigned a new name, then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select a letter, a number or a blank (Results in this sequence: A...Z, 0...9, +, -, *, /, blank).

Press the button to switch to the next field, which will be selected.

Select a second letter or digit by pressing the or buttons, as above.

Repeat the process to select the last three digits. When you have finished, press the ENTER button to assign the new name.

To erase the assigned new name, select "Clear" by pressing the or button, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

The names of digital broadcasting channels are automatically assigned and thus cannot be assigned by users.

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If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal).

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "LNA", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

LNA functions when the antenna is set to Air or Cable. Settings will be stored separately in each channel. (See "Selecting the antenna." on page 28.)

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Fine Tuning Analog Channels

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

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Fine Tune", then press the ENTER button.

  3. Press the or buttons to adjust the fine tuning.

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

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

  1. To reset the fine tuning setting, press the button to select "Reset", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

*" will appear next to the name of fine-tuned channels.

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Checking the Digital-Signal Strength

Unlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from "snowy" to clear, digital (HDTV) channels have either perfect reception quality or you will not receive them at all. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

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

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Signal Strength", then press the ENTER button.

If the signal strength meter indicates that the signal is weak, physically adjust your antenna to increase the signal strength.

Continue to adjust the antenna until you find the best position with the strongest signal.

Press the EXIT button to exit

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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.)

  1. First, click on "Control Panel" on the Windows start menu.
  2. When the control panel window appears, click on "Appearance and Themes" and a display dialog-box will appear.
  3. When the control panel window appears, click on "Display" and a display dialog-box will appear.
  4. Navigate to the "Settings" tab on the display dialog-box.

The correct size setting (resolution)

Optimum: 1360 × 768 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.

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Display Modes

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

D-Sub Input

ModeResolutionHorizontal Frequency (kHz)Vertical Frequency (Hz)Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz)Sync Polarity (H/V)
IBM720 × 40031.46970.08728.322- / +
640 × 48031.46959.94025.175- / -
VESA640 × 48037.86172.80931.500- / -
640 × 48037.50075.00031.500- / -
800 × 60037.87960.31740.000+ /+
800 × 60048.07772.18850.000+ /+
800 × 60046.87575.00049.500+ /+
1024 × 76848.36360.00465.000- / -
1024 × 76856.47670.06975.000- / -
1024 × 76860.02375.02978.750+ /+
1360 × 76847.71260.01585.800+ /+

HDMI/DVI Input

ModeResolutionHorizontal Frequency (kHz)Vertical Frequency (Hz)Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz)Sync Polarity (H/V)
IBM720 × 40031.46970.08728.322- / +
640 × 48031.46959.94025.175- / -
VESA800 × 60037.87960.31740.000+ /+
1024 × 76848.36360.00465.000- / -
1360 × 76847.71260.01585.800+ /+

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.

This function does not work in DVI-Digital mode.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER button.

Change to the PC mode first.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Auto Adjustment", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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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 make 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 the screen.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER button.

Change to the PC mode first.

  1. Press the ENTER button to select "Image Lock".

  2. Press the or buttons to select "Coarse" or "Fine", then press the ENTER button. Press the or buttons to adjust the screen quality.

Vertical stripes may appear or the picture may be blurry.

Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
    Press the or buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER button.
    Change to the PC mode first.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Position", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to adjust the V-Position.
    Press the or buttons to adjust the H-Position.
    Press the ENTER button.
    Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Initializing the Screen Position or Color Settings

You can replace all image settings with the factory default value.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER button.

Change to the PC mode first.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Image Reset", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Viewing the Current Resolution

You can get the resolution information of your PC.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "PC", then press the ENTER button.

Change to the PC mode first.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Resolution".

The resolution information is displayed on the screen.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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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.)

Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Press the or buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the ENTER button to select "Clock".
  3. Press the ENTER button to select "Clock Mode".
    Press the or buttons to select "Manual", then press the ENTER button.
  4. Press the or buttons to select "Clock Set", then press the ENTER button.
  5. Press the or buttons to move to "Month", "Day", "Year", "Hour", "Minute", or "am/pm". Set the date and time you want by pressing the or buttons, then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button.

You can set the month, day, year, hour, and minute directly by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.

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Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the ENTER button to select "Clock".

  2. Press the ENTER button to select "Clock Mode".

Press the or buttons to select "Auto", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Time Zone", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to highlight the time zone for your local area, then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select "DST" (Daylight Saving Time), then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "On" or "Off", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Depending on the broadcast station and signal, the auto time may not be set correctly. If this occurs, set the time manually.
The Antenna or cable must be connected in order to set the time automatically.

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Setting the Sleep Timer

The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30,60,90,120,150 and 180 minutes).

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
    Press the or buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Sleep Timer", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to adjust "Minute".

  4. Press the button to select "Activation".

Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Simply press the SLEEP button on the

remote control for a Quick way to access the sleep timer setting.

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Setting the On/Off Timer

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Time", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Timer 1,Timer 2,Timer 3", then press the ENTER-button.

  2. Press the or buttons to adjust "Hour", then press the button to move to the next step.

Set other items using the same method as above.

Activate or InactivatePress the ▲or▼ button
RepeatSelect a Once, Everyday, Mon-Fri, Mon-Sat, Sat-SunPress the ▲or▼ button
VolumeAdjust from 0~100Press the ▲or▼ button
AntennaSelect Air or CablePress the ▲or▼ button
ChannelChange the ChannelPress the ▲or▼ button

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When finished, press the RETURN button to return.

  • The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button.
  • You can set the hour, minute, and channel by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Function Description

Selecting a Menu Language

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select "Language", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "English", "Espanol", or "Français".

Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Using the Game Mode

When connecting to a game console such as PlayStation™ or Xbox™, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience by selecting Game mode.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Game Mode", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Select "On" or "Off" by pressing the or buttons, then press the ENTER button.

  4. Press the EXIT button to exit.

Restrictions on Game mode (Caution)

  • To disconnect the game console and connect another external device, set Game to Off in the setup menu.
  • If you display the TV menu in Game mode, the screen shakes slightly.
  • The mark (品) appears on the screen which means that Game Mode is on with the selected source.

    If Game Mode is On

  • Setup Mode is automatically changed to Custom and users cannot change the mode.
  • Sound Mode in the Sound menu is deactivated. Adjust the sound using the equalizer.
  • The Reset in the Sound menu is activated. Reset function initializes the Equalizer settings to the factory default setting.

    Game Mode is not available in TV mode.
    If the picture is poor when external device is connected to TV, check if Game Mode is On. Set Game Mode to Off and connect external devices.

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Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Menu Transparency", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select level, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.

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The Analog Caption function operates when watching regular analog channels or when you have an analog external component (such as a VCR) connected.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "Caption", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the ENTER button to select "Caption".

Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. Press the or buttons to select "Caption Mode", then press the ENTER button. Press the or buttons to select submenu (Default, CC1~CC4 or Text1~Text4) you want, the press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

The default is "CC1".
- CC1: The Primary Synchronous Caption Service. These are captions in the primary language that must be in sync with the sound, preferably matched to a specific frame.
- CC2: The Special Non-Synchronous Use Captions. This channel carries data that is intended to augment information carried in the program.
- CC3: Secondary Synchronous Caption Service. Alternate program-related caption data, typically second language captions.
- CC4: Special Non-Synchronous Use Captions. Similar to CC2.
- Text1: First Text Service. This may be various non-program related data.
- Text2: Second Text Service. Additional data, usually not program related.
- Text3/Text4: Third and Fourth Text Services. These data channels should be used only if Text1 and Text2 are not sufficient.

The Caption feature doesn't work in COMPONENT, HDMI or PC modes.
The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast.

Press the CAPTION button repeatedly to select "On" or "Off".

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The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Caption", then press the ENTER button.

  2. Press the ENTER button to select "Caption".

Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Caption Mode", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select submenu (Default, Service1~Service6,

CC1~CC4, or Text1~Text4) you want, then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Caption Options", then press the ENTER button.

“Caption Options” are available only when “Service1~Service6” can be selected in “Caption Mode”.

Service1~6 in digital caption mode may not be available depending on the broadcast.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Size", then press the ENTER button.

Press the or buttons to select the desired Caption option, then press the ENTER button.

Press the or button to select the desired sub-menu options (see options below), then press ENTER.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast.
"Default" means to follow the standard set by the broadcaster.
- Size: This option consists of "Default", "Small", "Standard", and "Large". The default is "Standard".
- Font Style: This option consists of "Default", "Style0 ~ Style 7". You can change the font you want. The default is "Style 0".
- Foreground Color: This option consists of "Default", "White", "Black", "Red", "Green", "Blue", "Yellow", "Magenta", and "Cyan". You can change the color of the letter. The default is "White".
- Background Color: This option consists of "Default", "White", "Black", "Red", "Green", "Blue", "Yellow", "Magenta", and "Cyan". You can change the background color of the caption. The default is "Black".
- Foreground Opacity: This option consists of "Default", "Transparent", "Translucent", "Solid", and "Flashing". You can change the opacity of the letter.
- Background Opacity: This option consists of "Default", "Transparent", "Translucent", "Solid", and "Flashing". You can change the background opacity of the caption.
- Return to Default: This option sets each of "Size", "Font Style", "Foreground Color", "Bakcground color", "Foreground Opacity", and "Background Opacity" to its default.

Press the CAPTION button repeatedly to select "On" or "Off".

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Setting the Function Help

Displays help on the menu functions.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Function Help", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "On", then press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

The predetermined value of the function help is On.

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Setting the Light Effect

You can turn on/off the blue LED on the front of TV.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "Light Effect", then press the ENTER

button.

  1. Press the or button to select "Always Off", "Stand By On", "Watch Mode"

or "Always On", then press the ENTER button.

  • Off: LED will not come on.
  • In Standby: Turns the LED on in standby mode.
  • In Watching TV: Turns the LED on while watching TV.
    Always: LED will come on after you turn the TV off.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Using the V-Chip

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

When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP features do not function.

Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN)

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

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

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  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear.

Press the or buttons to select "Change PIN", then press the 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.

If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control buttons in the following sequence, which resets the pin to 0-0-0-0 : Power Off. Mute 8 2 4 Power On.

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U.S.A Only

This product is covered by the following U.S.patents:US4,930,158,US4,930,160

How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button. The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

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  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear.

To enable the V-Chip feature, press the ENTER button so that the "V-Chip Lock" field is "On". (Pressing the or buttons will alternate between "On" and "Off".)

Press the ENTER button.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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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 or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button. The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

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  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear. Press the or buttons to select "TV Parental Guidelines", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. The "TV Parental Guidelines" screen will appear.

Press the or buttons to select one of the six aged based categories:

  • TV-Y: Young children
    TV-Y7: Children 7 and over
    TV-G: General audience
  • TV-PG: Parental guidance
    TV-14: Viewers 14 and over
  • TV-MA: Mature audience

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

Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing setup, the “ ” symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, = Locked)

While “ ” is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the or buttons and then repeat the process.

Allow all:Press to unlock all TV ratings./Block all:Press to lock all TV ratings.
The TV-Y, TV-Y7, TV-G, 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: Sexually Suggestive Dialog / L: Adult Language / S: Sexual situation / V: Violence

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.)

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

First, select one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y, TV-Y7, TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14, or TV-MA

(See Step 4, on previous page), and press the button. The " ④ "symbol will be displayed for each sub-rating.

While " " is selected,press the ENTER button to go to a sub rating.

Press ENTER to block the sub rating. To select a different TV-Rating, press the

or buttons and then repeat the process.

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

  1. Press the EXIT button to clear all the screens. (Or proceed to the next section, and set up additional restrictions based on the MPAA codes.)

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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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 or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear. Press the or buttons to select "MPAA Rating", then press the ENTER button.

  2. The "MPAA Rating" screen will appear. Repeatedly press the or buttons to select a particular MPAA category. Pressing the or buttons will cycle through the MPAA categories:

G: General audience (no restrictions).
- PG: Parental guidance suggested.
- PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned.
- R: Restricted. Children under 17 should be accompanied by an adult.
- NC-17: No children under age 17.
X: Adults only.
- NR: Not rated.

Allow all: Press to unlock all TV ratings. / Block all: Press to lock all TV ratings.
While a particular category is selected, press the ENTER button to activate it.

The “ ” symbol will be displayed. Press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category.

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.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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How to Set up Restrictions Using the 'Canadian English'

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button. The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

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  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear. Press the or buttons to select "Canadian English", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. Press the or buttons to select an appropriate restriction.

Press the ENTER button to activate the restriction selected. The “ ” symbol is indicated.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Allow all: Press to unlock all TV ratings. / Block all: Press to lock all TV ratings.

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.

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How to Set up Restrictions Using the 'Canadian French'

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
    Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  2. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button. The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

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  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear. Press the or buttons to select "Canadian French", then press the ENTER button.

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  1. Press the or buttons to select an appropriate restriction.

Press the ENTER button to activate the restriction selected. The “ 心 ” symbol is indicated.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Allow all:Press to unlock all TV ratings./Block all:Press to lock all TV ratings.

G: General
- 8 ans+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.
- 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.

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Using the V-Chip for Digital channels

Parental restriction information can be used while watching DTV channels.

  1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.

  1. Press the or buttons to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER button.

The message "Enter PIN" will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.

  1. The "V-Chip" screen will appear. Press the or buttons to select

"Downloadable U.S. Rating", then press the ENTER button.

If information is not downloaded from the broadcasting station, the Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is deactivated.
Parental restriction information is automatically downloaded while watching DTV channels. It may take several seconds.
The Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is available for use after information is downloaded from the broadcasting station. However, depending on the information from the broadcasting station, it may not be available for use.

  1. Press the or buttons to select an appropriate restriction.

Press the ENTER button to activate the restriction selected. The “ l ” symbol is indicated.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

Allow all:Press to unlock all TV ratings./Block all:Press to lock all TV ratings.
Parental restriction levels differ depending on the broadcasting station.
The default menu name and Downloadable US rating changes depending on the downloaded information.
Even if you set the On-screen display to your desired language, the "Downloadable U.S. Rating" menu will appear in English only.
The rating will automatically block certain categories that are more restrictive.
The rating titles(For example: Humor Level..etc) and TV ratings (For example: DH, MH, H..etc) may differ depending on the broadcasting station.

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The number of current rating title

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The nimber of all rating title

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 ENTER button, to select "Picture".
  2. Press the or button to select "Digital NR", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or button to select "Off", "Low", "Medium", "High", "Auto". Press the ENTER button.

  4. Off: Turns the screen noise reduction function off.

  5. Low: Reduces screen noise at a low level.
    Medium: Reduces screen noise at a medium level.
  6. High: Reduces screen noise at a high level.
    Auto: Automatically recognizes and reduces screen noise.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Upgrading the Software

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

  1. Insert a USB drive containing the firmware upgrade into the SERVICE prot on the back of the TV.
  2. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or buttons to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
  3. Press the or buttons to select SW Upgrade, then press the ENTER button.
  4. Press the ENTER button.

The message Scanning for USB... It may take up to 30 seconds. is displayed. Please be careful to not disconnect the power or remove the USB drive while upgrades are being applied. The TV will shut off and turn on automatically after completing the firmware upgrade. Please check the firmware version after the upgrades are complete.

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

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

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, DVD, cable broadcasting receiver, VCR, etc.). Then, adjust the TV volume accordingly.
Picture rolls vertically.Check all wire connections.
The TV operates erratically.Unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then try operating it again.
The TV won't turn on.Make sure the wall outlet is working.
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 source.
"Not Supported Mode" message.Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the Video Adapter. Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes.
Digital broadcasting screen problem.Please check the digital signal strength and input antenna.
The image is too light or too dark.Adjust the Brightness and Contrast. Adjust the Fine tuning.
Black bars on the screen.Make sure the broadcast you're receiving is High Definition (HD). HD channels sometimes broadcast Standard Definition (SD) programming, which can cause black bars. Set your cable/satellite box to stretch or widescreen mode to eliminate the bars.
Picture has a Red/Green or Pink tint.Make sure the Component cables are connected to the correct jacks.
Closed Captioning not working.If you are using a Cable/Satellite box, you must set Closed Captioning on the box, not your TV.
Snowy pictureYour cable box may need a firmware upgrade. Please contact your Cable company.
Ghosting on pictureThis is sometimes caused by compatibility issues with your cable box. Try connecting Component cables instead.
ProblemPossible Solution
Horizontal bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image.Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning.
Vertical bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image.Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning.
Screen is black and power indicator light blinks steadily.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.
Image is not stable and may appear to vibrate when you have a computer connected to the PC input.If the setting is not correct, use your computer utility program to change the display settings. > Your TV supports multiscan display functions within the following frequency domain:
Horizontal frequency (kHz)30~60
Vertical frequency (Hz)60~75
PC Maximum refresh rate (at 60 Hz)1360 x 768
Image is not centered on the screen.Adjust the horizontal and vertical position. The screen position must be adjusted on the output source (i.e. STB) with a digital signal.
If a still image is displayed for an extended period of time, residual images or blurring may appear.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 (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.

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

Disconnecting the Stand

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  1. Place the TV face 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.

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  1. Place the front of the TV onto a soft cloth or cushion on a table as in Figure (1). - Align the TV bottom along the table edge.
  2. Press on the center of the TV back. Adjust the stand as in Figure (2) while pressing the button on the back of the stand.
  3. Place the TV on the table so that the TV sits safely.

How to Adjust the Angle of the TV

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(1) Angle adjustment when using the TV on its stand.

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(2) Angle adjustment when converting from Stand to Wall mount (1 3,3 1)

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(3) Angle adjustment when LCD TV is wall-mounted

When you adjust the stand, press the button on the back of the stand.
1. Figure (1) shows the adjustment angle (-2^ 14^) when you use the LCD on its stand. Excessive tilting can turn the LCD TV over which may cause damage.
2. Figure (2) shows the adjustment angle (14^ - 80^) when you convert the LCD from stand-based use to wall-mount.
3. Figure (3) shows the adjustment angle (0^ 10^) when you mount the LCD TV to a wall.
You will hear a "Click" sound when changing the angle from 1 to 2 or 3 to 2.

Installing the Wall Mount Kit

Wall mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount the TV on the wall. For the detailed information on installing the Wall Mount, see the instruction in the Wall Mount items. Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you choose to install the TV on your own.

Installing VESA compliant mounting devices

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  1. Place the TV face down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table.
  2. Adjust the stand, pressing the button on the back of the stand.
  3. Align the mounting interface pad (not supplied) with the holes in the stand bottom and secure it with the four screws that come with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases (not supplied).

Using the Decoration Covers

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  1. When installing the TV on the wall without using the stand, insert decoration covers into the holes as described in the picture (1).
  2. After inserting the decoration covers, fasten them with 4 screws as described in the picture (2).

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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  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.

Specifications

Model NameLN-T1953H/ LN-T1954H
Screen Size (Diagonal)19 inch
Power Consumption55 W
PC Resolution1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz
Sound
Output3W X 2
Dimensions (WxDxH)
Body18.9 X 2.7 X 14.2 inches
With stand(480 X 57.5 X 360.5 mm)
18.9 X 7.1 X 15.5 inches
(480 X 180 X 393 mm)
Weight
With Stand11.46 lbs (5.2 kg)
Environmental Considerations
Operating Temperature50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C)
Operating Humidity10% to 80%, non-condensing
Storage Temperature-4 °F to 113 °F (-20 °C to 45 °C)
Storage Humidity5% to 95%, non-condensing

Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.

For the power supply, refer to the label attached to the product.

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