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HP-T5044 PLASMA DISPLAY 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. _______________...
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Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature and the images are constantly moving.
Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 27 of this manual to reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
■ Automatic Volume Control ...37 ■ Selecting the Internal Mute ...37 ■ Adjusting the TV On/Off Melody Sound ...38 ■ Listening to the Sound of the Sub (PIP) Picture ...38 Channel Control ■ Selecting the Antenna ...39 ■ Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital ...39 ■...
With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Cable Box/Satellite receiver (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. • Excellent Picture Quality - DNIe technology provides life-like clear images.
Viewing the Control Panel Buttons on the Lower-Right Part of the Panel The buttons on the lower-right panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
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 9~15. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
Remote Control You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR, Cable box, DVD player, or Set-Top Box.
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 Ω twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the rear of the 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.)
These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 9~10). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.
Connecting a DVD Player/Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD Player/Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) to your TV.
• HDMI, or high-definition multimedia interface, is a 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, and supports multi-channel digital audio.
What is OPTICAL? • An optical cable converts an electric signal into an optical light signal, and transmits it through glass fibers. S/PDIF is a transmission system of digital audio in the form of a light wave that uses a glass conductor.
➢ Each PC has a different back panel configuration. ➢ When connecting a PC, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable. When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN1 terminal. ➢ Using the D-Sub Cable...
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select language, then press the ENTER button. The message Select Home Mode when installing this TV at home. is automatically displayed. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Shop or Home, then press the ENTER button. ➢ The default selection is Home.
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Select the time zone in which you live. menu is automatically displayed. 10 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the time zone for your local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time zone on the map of the United States).
Use the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel. 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 ➢...
Press MUTE and the sound cuts off. The word “Mute” will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen. To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again, or simply press the VOL + or VOL – button. Viewing the Display The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings.
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 This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding or deleting channels (Channel Lists).
If your VCR does not turn on after set-up, repeat steps 2, 3 and 4, but try one of the other codes listed for your brand of VCR. If no other codes are listed, try each VCR code, 000 through 080.
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Your DVD should turn on if your remote is set up correctly. If your DVD does not turn on after set-up, repeat steps 2, 3 and 4, but try one of the other codes listed for your brand of DVD. If no other codes are listed, try each code, 000 through 141.
To Select the Source Use to select TV or other external input sources such as DVD players or Cable Box/Satellite receivers (Set-Top Box) connected to the TV. Use to select the input source of your choice. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Each picture mode can be reset. 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.
• In COMPONENT(720p, 1080i) or HDMI(720p, 1080i) mode, 16:9, 4:3 and Wide Fit can be selected. • In Zoom1, Zoom2 and Wide Fit modes, you can move the picture on the screen by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. • You can not change the picture size when PIP is set to Double.
➢ selected. ➢ If DNIe is set to Off and the picture mode is in Standard mode, the Detailed Settings cannot be selected. Black Adjust: Off/Low/Medium/High You can select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.
DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) This TV includes the DNIe function to provide high visual quality. If you set DNIe to on, you can view the screen with the DNIe feature activated. If you set the DNIe to Demo, you can view the applied DNIe and normal pictures on the screen, for demonstration purposes.
Setting the Blue Screen Mode If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue Screen” mode to “Off”.
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’...
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button at the bottom of the remote to select the desired channel in the PIP window, then press the ENTER button.
Press the S.MODE button on the remote control to select one of the standard sound settings. Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.
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 multi channel formats.
Press the EXIT button to exit. Selecting the Internal Mute Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. This is useful when you want to listen to audio through your sound system instead of the TV. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Internal Mute On Mute Video No Signal Mute If you have an external device (DVD player/Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box)) connected via HDMI to the TV, ➢ audio is not output from the Optical jack. Adjusting the TV On/Off Melody Sound The TV power on/off melody sound volume can be adjusted.
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Antenna. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Air or Cable, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Adding and Erasing Channels You can add or delete a channel to display the channels you want. To use the Channel List function, first run Auto Program (see page 20). Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button.
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel List, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select All or Added, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to select a channel as a favorite channel, then press the ENTER button.
• STILL (YELLOW) button: Press to delete all channels memorized. Setting the Default Channel List Mode You can set All, Added, or Favorite to be the Default List that appears when you press the CH LIST button. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the channel to be assigned a new name, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a letter, a number or a blank (Results in this sequence: A~Z, 0~9, +, - , , /, blank).
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.
• If a vertical and horizontal frequency-select mode exists, select 60Hz (vertical) and 48.4KHz (horizontal). • In some cases, abnormal signals (such as stripes) might appear on the TV screen when the PC power is turned off (or if the PC is disconnected).
Adjusting the Screen Quality The purpose of the picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning alone, then do the frequency adjustments to the utmost and fine tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of the screen.
Setting the Home Theater PC This function enables you to view higher quality pictures while in PC Mode. After setting the Home Theater PC function to On, you can go into the Detailed Settings menu and make adjustments without affecting settings in the regular TV mode.
Time Setting Setting the Time 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 Press the MENU button to display the menu.
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Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Time Zone, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the time zone for your local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time zone on the map of the United States), then press the ENTER button.
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Setting the On/Off Timer Use this feature to set the TV to turn on or off at a desired time. You must set the clock first. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button.
➢ Game Mode is not available in regular TV/Antenna mode. If the picture is poor when a game console is connected to the TV, check if the Game Mode is On. Set Game Mode ➢ to Off and connect external devices.
Transparent. • Size: This option consists of Default, Small, Standard, and Large. The default is Default. • Font Style: This option consists of Default, Style0 ~ Style7. You can change the font you want. The default is Default. • Foreground Color: This option consists of Default, White, Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan.
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog TV channel mode or external signal mode. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may operate on digital channels.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.
• Off: The LED is always off. • In Standby: The LED lights while in Standby mode and it turns off when your TV is turned on. • In Watching TV: The LED lights when watching TV and it turns off when your TV is turned off.
• High: Enters maximum power saving mode. Preventing Screen Burn-in To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot).
Reducing the Effects of Screen Burn If screen burn has occurred, you can select a white screen or signal pattern (rolling screen) to help remove screen burn artifacts. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button.
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 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 rear of your TV.
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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. How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Press the MENU button to display the menu.
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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), and press the ENTER button. The “ ” symbol will be displayed for each sub-rating. While “ ”...
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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).
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• 18+: Adult programming. ➢ The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is “more restrictive”. For example, if you block G category, then PG, 14+ and 18+ will automatically be blocked also. How to Set up Restrictions Using “Canadian French” (for Canada Models) Press the MENU button to display the menu.
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V-Chip Lock. ➢ 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. Rating title...
Anynet + works when the AV device supporting Anynet + is in the Standby or On status. ➢ Anynet + supports up to 12 AV devices in total. Note that you can connect up to 3 devices of the same type. ➢...
Although the TV automatically scans devices when it is turned on using the POWER button, devices connected when the TV is already on are not displayed in the device list. In this case, select the Searching Connections menu to search devices.
➢ The REC button works only while in the recordable state. ➢ You cannot control Anynet + devices using the buttons on the side of the TV. You can control Anynet + devices only ➢ using the TV remote control.
If your receiver supports audio only, it may not appear in the device list. ➢ The receiver will work when you have properly connected the Optical IN jack of the receiver to the Optical Out jack of the TV. When using the WISELINK feature, sound may not output properly through the receiver.
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. Problem Poor picture quality. Poor sound quality. No picture or sound.
For product installation and the installation and moving of the wall mount, make sure to consult a specialized ➢ installation company. This installation manual is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a wall. When attaching to other building ➢ materials, please contact your nearest dealer.
➢ Do not use screws longer than the standard dimension, as they may cause damage to the inside of the TV set. ➢ For wall mounts that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications, the length of the screws may differ depending on their specifications.
How to assemble the Stand-Base Using the 4 screws for securing the stand base and the monitor, firmly attach the monitor to the stand base. (The exterior of the set may be different than the picture.) Specifications Model Name Screen Size (Diagonal)
Dimensions TOP VIEW FRONT VIEW JACK PANEL DETAIL 2.3"H x 18.8"W @ 5.8" UP FROM BOTTOM SIDE VIEW REAR VIEW English - 71...
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