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- Page 1 LCD TV user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Model Serial No.
- Page 2 Electronics (SAMSUNG) products, and the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations contained herein, SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG products purchased in the United States, for the warranty period originally speci¿ed, and to the Original Purchaser only.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION SOUND CONTROL List of Features ..............2 Con¿guring the Sound Menu ..........21 Accessories ................2 Viewing the Control Panel ............3 SETUP Viewing the Connection Panel ..........4 Con¿guring the Setup Menu ..........22 Remote Control ..............6 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ......6 INPUT / SUPPORT CONNECTIONS Con¿guring the Input Menu ..........26... -
Page 4: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and speci¿cations may be changed without notice in order to enhance product performance. ¦ List of Features Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV’s memory. -
Page 5: Viewing The Control Panel
¦ Viewing the Control Panel The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. You can use a button by pressing the side panel buttons. 1 SOURCEE: Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTERE button on the remote control. -
Page 6: Viewing The Connection Panel
¦ Viewing the Connection Panel [TV Rear Panel] The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) – Connects to a Digital Audio component such as a Home theater receiver. SERVICE – Connector for service only. 3 ANT IN –... - Page 7 6 PC IN – Connect to the video output jack on your PC. If your PC supports an HDMI connection, you can connect this to the HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2 terminal. If your PC supports a DVI connection, you can connect this to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) terminal.
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Page 8: Remote Control
@ Use these buttons in the Program (SAP broadcast). Anynet+ modes. (J: This remote can be used to control recording on Samsung recorders with the Anynet + feature) ¦ Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the ¿gure. -
Page 9: Connections
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 Flat Twin Leads’ below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like the diagram to the right, see ‘Antennas with 75 Round Leads’. -
Page 10: Connecting A Dvd / Blu-Ray Player / Cable Box / Satellite Receiver (Set-Top Box) Via Hdmi
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two- way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch and four lengths of RF cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.) ANT IN Incoming cable TV Rear... -
Page 11: Connecting A Dvd / Blu-Ray Player / Cable Box / Satellite Receiver (Set-Top Box) Via Dvi
¦ Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVI This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on the external device. TV Rear Panel DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 DVI to HDMI Cable (Not supplied) -
Page 12: Connecting A Vcr
¦ Connecting a VCR TV Rear Panel VCR Rear Panel 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 Video Cable (Not supplied) 1. Connect a Video Cable between the COMPONENT IN / AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR. -
Page 13: Connecting A Camcorder
¦ Connecting a Camcorder Using a Video Cable TV Rear Panel Camcorder 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 Video Cable (Not supplied) 1. Connect a Video Cable between the COMPONENT IN / AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT jack on the camcorder. -
Page 14: Connecting A Pc
¦ Connecting a PC Using a D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel 2 PC Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 D-Sub Cable (Not supplied) Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer. 2. -
Page 15: Operation
OPERATION ¦ Viewing the menus Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to navigate the menu in order to select and adjust different functions. Mode : Standard Press the MENU button. Backlight The main menu is displayed on the screen. Its left side has the following icons: Picture, Contrast : 95 Sound, Channel, Setup, Input, Application, Support. -
Page 16: Plug & Play Feature
¦ Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. Plug & Play POWER P button on the remote control. Press the Menu Language, Store Demo, Channels, and Time will be set. You can also use the POWER P button on the TV. -
Page 17: Channel Control
CHANNEL CONTROL ¦ Con¿guring the Channel Menu Antenna Air / Cable 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). Antenna : Air Press the TOOLS button to display the Tools... - Page 18 „ Programmed Shows all current reserved Programs. Select a channel in the All Channels, Added Channels or Favorite screen by pressing the buttons, and pressing the ENTERE button. Then you can watch the selected channel. Using the Color buttons with the Channel List –...
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Page 19: Picture Control
The energy consumed during use can be signi¿cantly reduced if the brightness level of the picture is lowered, which will reduce the overall running cost. Advanced Settings Advanced Settings Samsung’s new TVs allow you to make even more precise picture settings than previous Black Tone : Off models. - Page 20 „ Dynamic Contrast Off / Low / Medium / High You can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided. „ Gamma You can adjust the primary color (red, green, blue) Intensity. (-3 ~ +3) „ Color Space Color space is a color matrix composed of red, green and blue colors.
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Page 21: Using Your Tv As A Computer (Pc) Display
Windows and your particular video card. However, even if your actual screens look different, the same basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) 1. -
Page 22: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc
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. -
Page 23: Sound Control
SOUND CONTROL ¦ Con¿guring the Sound Menu Mode Standard / Music / Movie / Clear Voice / Custom You can select a sound mode to suit your personal preferences. Press the S.MODE button on the remote control repeatedly to select one of the sound Mode : Custom settings. -
Page 24: Setup
Speaker Select When you watch TV with it connecting to a Home theater, turn the TV speakers off so you can listen to sound from the Home theater’s (external) speakers. „ External Speaker: Used to listen to the sound of the External (Home Theater) Speakers. „... - Page 25 „ Timer 1 / Timer 2 / Timer 3 Three different on / off timer settings can be made. You must set the clock ¿rst. Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm, and activate/inactivate. (To activate the timer with the setting you’ve chosen, set to Activate.) Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm, and activate/inactivate.
- Page 26 „ MPAA Rating You can block movies depending on their MPAA rating. The Motion Picture Association of MPAA Rating America(MPAA) has implemented a rating system that provides parents or guardians with advance information on which ¿lms are appropriate for children. Allow All G: General audience (no restrictions).
- Page 27 Caption (On-Screen Text Messages) „ Caption Off / You can switch the caption function on or off. If captions are not available, they will not be displayed on the screen. Press the CC button on the remote control to turn the Caption on or off. The Caption feature doesn’t work in Component, HDMI or PC modes.
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Page 28: Input / Support
Yes: If the test pattern does not appear or there is noise in the test pattern, select Yes. HD Connection Guide There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s call center for assistance. Contact Samsung No: If the test pattern is properly displayed, select No. -
Page 29: Anynet
Anynet + is a function that enables you to control all connected Samsung devices that support Anynet + with your Samsung TV’s remote. The Anynet + system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the Anynet + feature. To be sure your Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet + logo on it. -
Page 30: Setting Up Anynet
To connect to Home Theater Anynet + Device 1 HDMI 1.3 Cable Anynet + Device 2 Home Theater HDMI 1.3 Cable Optical Cable HDMI 1.3 Cable jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet + device using an HDMI cable. 1. -
Page 31: Switching Between Anynet + Devices
¦ Switching between Anynet + Devices Press the TOOLS button. Press the ENTERE button to select Anynet (HDMI-CEC). View TV Press the button to select Device List, then press the ENTERE button. Device List Anynet + devices connected to the TV are listed. Record DVDR If you cannot ¿nd a device you want, press the red button to scan for devices. -
Page 32: Recording
¦ Recording You can make a recording of a TV program using a Samsung recorder. Press the TOOLS button. Press the ENTERE button to select Anynet (HDMI-CEC). View TV Device List 2. Press the button to select Recording Immediately and press the ENTERE... -
Page 33: Troubleshooting For Anynet
¦ Troubleshooting for Anynet + Problem Possible Solution Anynet + does not work. Check if the device is an Anynet + device. The Anynet + system supports Anynet + devices only. Connect only one receiver (home theater). Check if the Anynet + device power cord is properly connected. Check the Anynet + device’s Video/Audio/HDMI 1.3 cable connections. -
Page 34: Appendix
Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, ¿rst try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, visit samsung.com, then click on Support or call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Problem Solution... - Page 35 Problem Solution No Picture, No Video TV won’t turn on. Make sure the AC power cord is plugged in securely to the wall outlet and the TV. Make sure the wall outlet is working. Try pressing the POWER button on the TV to make sure the remote is working properly.
- Page 36 Can not control TV power or Program the Cable/Sat remote control to operate the TV. Refer to Cable/Sat user volume with Cable/Sat box manual for SAMSUNG TV code. remote control. ‘Not Supported Mode’ message. Check the supported resolution of the TV and adjust the external device’s output resolution accordingly.
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Page 37: Installing The Stand
Input cables (Sold seperately) HDMI HDMI-DVI Component Composite(AV) Coaxial (RF) ¦ Installing the Stand 1. Attach your LCD TV to the stand. Two or more people should carry the TV. Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the stand when attaching it. To make sure the TV is installed on the stand at a proper level, do not apply excess downward pressure to the upper left of right sides of the TV. -
Page 38: Wall Mount Kit Speci¿Cations (Vesa)
Do not fasten the screws too strongly, this may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal injury. Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-speci¿ed wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions. -
Page 39: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
Install the product so the required distances shown in the ¿gure are kept. When using a stand or wall-mount, use parts provided by Samsung Electronics only. If you use parts provided by another manufacturer, it may result in a problem with the product or an injury due to the product falling. -
Page 40: Securing The Tv To The Wall
¦ Securing the TV to the Wall Caution: Pulling, pushing, or climbing on the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular, ensure your children do not hang over or destabilize the TV; doing so may cause the TV to tip over, causing serious injuries or death. Follow all safety precautions provided on the included Safety Flyer. -
Page 41: Speci¿Cations
¦ Speci¿cations Model Name LN40B500 LN46B500 Screen Size 40 inches 46 inches (Diagonal) (40 inches measured diagonally) (45.9 inches measured diagonally) PC Resolution (Optimum) 1920 X 1080 @ 60 Hz 1920 X 1080 @ 60 Hz Sound (Output) 10W X 2 10W X 2 Dimensions (WxDxH) Without Stand... -
Page 42: Dimensions
NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 40... - Page 43 NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 41...
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- Page 46 Configuring the Picture Menu Configuraci6n del menu de imagen 1 Configuration du menu Picture Puede seleccionar el tipo de imagen que mejor cumpla sus requisitos de visualizaci6n. Mode Pulse varias veces el boton P.MODE del mando a distancia para seleccionar el modo de imagen deseado. Modo 1 Mode •...
- Page 47 Connecting an AV device Connecting an Audio device Connecting an Antenna Conexi6n de un dispositivo de audio Branchement d'un appareil audio Conexi6n de una antena / Branchement d'une antenne Conexi6n de un dispositivo de AV / Branchement d'un appareil AV VHF/UHFAntenna connection (up to 1 a8ap) connection up to 1 a8ap)
- Page 48 Assemble Stand before removing LCD TV from shipping box ~Stand Installing the LCD TV • Components When installing the stand, use the provided components and parts. Screws: 3 EA Screws: 4 EA 1 EA (Label white) (Label yellow) Stand Cover Neck Guide Stand Screws o~rr...
- Page 49 Ensamble el soporte antes Assembler Ie support avant ARRETEZ de remover su LCD TV b~leviseur de retirer Ie son emballage de la caja Instalacion del soporte LCD TV Installation du support de televiseur • Componentes • Elements Cuando instale el soporte, use los componentes y partes incluidas. Pour installer Ie support, utiliser les pieces et elements fournis.
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- Page 51 This symbol indicates that high voltage is prcscnt inside. is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product. C.'\tiTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
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- Page 54 Important Safety Instructions (UL Only] ICES-003 Class A Notice - Avis NMB-003, Classe A This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Read these instructions. Cet appareil numerique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Keep these instructions.
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- Page 56 SAMSUNG's authorized service center. SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product, at our option and at no charge as stipulated herein, with new or reconditioned parts or products iffound to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above. All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG.
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