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Samsung LA40M86BD Owner's Instructions Manual

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BN68-01180F-01
LA40N81BD
LA46N81BD
LA52N81BD
LA40M86BD
TFT-LCD TELEVISION
ON-SCREEN MENUS
Picture In Picture (PIP)
Energy Saving
Dolby Digital
SRS TruSurround XT
Digital Natural Image engine
Owner's
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Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
Record your Model and Serial number here for future reference.
· Model __________
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  • Page 1 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Country Web Site Customer Care Center LA40N81BD AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 www.samsung.com/au LA46N81BD CHINA 800-810-5858, 010-6475 1880 www.samsung.com.cn HONG KONG 3698 - 4698 www.samsung.com/hk...
  • Page 2 • 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. © 2008 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents GEnEral InformatIon tImE SEttInG ■ List of Features ................2 ■ Time Setting ................39 ■ Accessories .................. 2 ■ Setting the Subtitle ..............42 ■ Viewing the Control Panel ............3 ■ Selecting a Preference Language ..........42 ■...

  • Page 4: General Information

    General Information 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.  Excellent Digital Interface & Networking : With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) needed.

  • Page 5: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control Panel la40n8bD/la46n8bD/la5n8bD la40m86bD The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. 1 SourCE Toggles between all the available input sources Press to change channels. (TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component1, Component2, In the on-screen menu, use the buttons as PC, HDMI1, HDMI2/DVI, HDMI3).

  • Page 6: Viewing The Connection Panel

    Viewing the Connection Panel rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as VCR or DVD players. [Side Panel Jacks] The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. ➣...
  • Page 7 DVI In(hDmI) [r-auDIo-l] DVI audio outputs for external devices. ➣ Supported modes for HDMI/DVI and Component 5 ant  In / ant  In Connects to an antenna or cable TV system. 6 PC In [PC] / [auDIo] Connect to the video and audio output jack on your PC. 7 DIGItal auDIo out (oPtICal) Connect to a Digital Audio Component.

  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Used to display Channel Lists on the r EC screen. This remote can be used to control a ntEnna recording on Samsung DVD recorders Press to select “AIR” or “CABLE”. with the Anynet feature. V Cr/DVD functions - Rewind Press to change channels.

  • Page 9: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    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. 3. Replace the cover.

  • Page 10: Turning The Tv On And Off

    operation turning the tV on and off Press the PoWEr button on the remote control. You can also use the PoWEr button on the TV. Plug & Play feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and 即插即用...

  • Page 11: Changing Channels

    7. The message “Enjoy your viewing.” is displayed. Plug & Play When you have finished, press the EntEr/oK button. Enjoy your viewing. If you want to reset this feature... 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the EntEr/oK button. Plug &...

  • Page 12: Adjusting The Volume

    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.

  • Page 13: Selecting A Menu Language

    Selecting a menu language 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Plug & Play Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the EntEr/oK button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Language", then press the EntEr/oK button. Language : English ►...

  • Page 14: Channel Control

    Channel Control 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 button to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channels digits.
  • Page 15 Storing Channels in memory (automatic method) 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Antenna : Air 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Auto Store", then press the EntEr/oK button. auto Store ►...

  • Page 16: Storing Channels Manually

    Storing Channels manually You can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. Antenna : Air When storing channels manually, you can choose: Auto Store ♦ Whether or not to store each of the channels found. manual Store ► ♦...

  • Page 17: Viewing The Epg (Electronic Programme Guide) Information

    Viewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Information The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information is provided by the broadcasters. Programme entries may appear blank or out of date as a result of the information broadcast on a given channel. The display will dynamically update as soon as new information becomes available.

  • Page 18: Setting The Default Guide

    Setting the Default Guide You can preset the default guide style. 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Full Guide 2. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel". Mini Guide 3. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Default Guide", then press the EntEr/oK Default Guide : Full Guide ►...

  • Page 19: Managing Channels

    managing Channels Using this menu, you can Add/Delete or set Favorite channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts. Viewing all Channels Show all currently available channels. To use the Channel List function, first run Auto Store (see page 13). 1. P ress the mEnu button.

  • Page 20: Adding And Erasing Channels

    adding and Erasing Channels You can add or delete a channel to display the channels you want. 1. P ress the mEnu button. Mini Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the EntEr/oK button. Default Guide : Full Guide Press the ▲...

  • Page 21: Setting Your Favorite Channels

    Setting your favorite Channels You can set channels you watch frequently as favorites. 1. P ress the mEnu button. Mini Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the EntEr/oK button. Default Guide : Full Guide Press the ▲...
  • Page 22 reserving a Program (time Viewing) If you reserve a program you want to watch, the channel is automatically switched to the reserved channel in the Channel List even when you are watching another channel. To reserve a program set the current time first. See pages 39~41. Reserved channels can only be set if they are in the Channel List.

  • Page 23: Confirming A Viewing Reservation

    Confirming a Viewing reservation You can view, modify or delete a reservation. 1. P ress the mEnu button. Mini Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the EntEr/oK button. Default Guide : Full Guide Press the ▲...
  • Page 24 labeling Channels - analog Channels can labeled so that their call letters appear whenever the channel is selected. 1. P ress the mEnu button. Mini Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the EntEr/oK button. Default Guide : Mini Guide Press the ▲...

  • Page 25: Sorting The Stored Channels

    Sorting the Stored Channels 1. P ress the mEnu button. Mini Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the EntEr/oK button. Default Guide : Mini Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel List", then press the EntEr/oK Channel List ►...

  • Page 26: Activating The Child Lock

    activating the Child lock This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching Default Guide : Full Guide unsuitable programmes by muting out video and audio. "Child Lock" cannot be released Channel List using the buttons on the side. Only the remote control can release the "Child Lock" Child Lock ►...

  • Page 27: Checking The Digital-Signal Strength

    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.

  • Page 28: Picture Control

    Picture Control using automatic Picture Settings Your TV has Three automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard" and "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/oK button, to select “Picture”.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Custom Picture

    Each adjusted setting will be stored separartely according to its input mode. adjusting the Detailed Settings Samsung's new TVs allow you to make even more precise picture settings than previous models. See below to adjust detailed picture settings. activating Detailed Settings 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu.
  • Page 30 activating black adjust You can select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. Detailed Settings 4. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Black Adjust”, then press the EntEr/oK button. ► Black Adjust : Medium 5. Press the ▲...
  • Page 31 Changing the Colour Space Colour space is a colour matrix composed of red, green and blue colours. Detailed Settings Select your favorite colour space to experience the most natural colour. Black Adjust : Medium 10. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Colour Space”, then press the EntEr/oK Dynamic Contrast : Medium button.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Picture Options

    activating Edge Enhancement Detailed Settings ▲ You can emphasize object boundaries in the picture. Dynamic Contrast : Medium 17. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edge Enhancement”, then press the Gamma EntEr/oK button. Colour Space : Native White Balance 18. Press the ▲...
  • Page 33 Changing the Screen Size Occasionally, you may want to change the size of the image on your screen. Your TV comes with six screen size options, each designed to work best with specific types of video input. Your cable box or satellite receiver may have its own set of screen sizes as well.

  • Page 34: Digital Noise Reduction

    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. 10. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital NR", then press the EntEr/oK button. Picture Options 11.

  • Page 35: Resetting The Picture Settings To The Factory Defaults

    movie Plus You can view more natural skin clear text even in fast moving scenes. 16. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Movie Plus”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Picture Options 17. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On” or “Off”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Colour Tone : Cool1 Press the ExIt button to exit.

  • Page 36: Sound Control

    Sound Control 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 ▲...

  • Page 37: Setting The Trusurround Xt

    3. P ress the EntEr/oK button to select "Mode". Equalizer Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Standard", "Music", "Movie", "Speech" or Mode : Standard Standard "Custom" sound setting, then press the EntEr/oK button. Balance Music 100Hz Movie 4. Press the ▲...

  • Page 38: Setting The Audio Language

    Setting the audio language You can change the default value for audio languages. Displays the language information for the incoming stream. 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Equalizer Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the EntEr/oK button. SRS TruSurround XT : Off 2. Press the ▲...

  • Page 39: Automatic Volume Control

    automatic Volume Control Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters. 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Audio Language : English Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the EntEr/oK button. Audio Format : Dolby Digital 2. Press the ▲...

  • Page 40: Listening To The Sound Of The Sub (Pip) Picture

    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. Auto Volume : Off Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the EntEr/oK TV Speaker : Off button.

  • Page 41: Time Setting

    time Setting 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 : Setting the Clock manually 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu.
  • Page 42 option : Setting the Clock automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Plug & Play Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the EntEr/oK button. Language : English Press the ▲...
  • Page 43 Setting the on/off timer 1. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Timer 1", "Timer 2" or "Timer 3", then press the Time EntEr/oK button. ► The "Timer 1", "Timer 2" or "Timer 3" menu is displayed Clock : -- : -- -- Sleep Timer : Off Timer 1...

  • Page 44: Setting The Subtitle

    Setting the Subtitle You can activate and deactivate the subtitle . Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Language : English . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Time Subtitle ► .

  • Page 45: Setting The Light Effect

    Setting the light Effect (la40n8bD/la46n8bD/la5n8bD) You can turn the LED on the front of TV on/off. . Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Subtitle Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Preference light Effect : Viewing mode on ►...

  • Page 46: Using The Energy Saving Feature

    using the Energy Saving feature This feature adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. Wall-Mount Adjustment When watching TV at night, set the "Energy Saving" mode option to "High" to reduce Melody : Medium eye fatigue as well as power consumption. Energy Saving : Off ►...
  • Page 47 Changing the Source 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Source”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Select a source of the sub picture by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button and press the EntEr/oK button. : On Source : tV The sub picture can serve different source selections based on what the main Size...

  • Page 48: Freezing The Picture

    Changing the PIP Channel 6. P ress the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Air/Cable”, then press the EntEr/oK button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Air" or "Cable”, then press the EntEr/oK button. : On Source : AV2 Size 7. Press the ▲...

  • Page 49: Upgrading The Software

    Mode upgrade" or "Version Change" Press the EntEr/oK button. Energy Saving : Off ♦ USB Download Samsung may offer upgrades for TV's firmware in the future. Please contact the SW Upgrade ► Samsung call center to receive information about downloading upgrades and using the USB device.

  • Page 50: To Select The Source

    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. Source list 1. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Edit Name Press the▲...

  • Page 51: Setting Up Your Remote Control

    Setting up your remote Control after the television has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: tV, DVD, Cable, Set-top box, VCr. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
  • Page 52 Setting up the remote to operate your DVD . Turn off your DVD. . Press the DVD button on your TV’s remote control. . Press the SEt button on your TV’s remote control. 4. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the DVD code listed on page 52~53 of this manual for your brand of DVD.

  • Page 53: Remote Control Codes

    Control Codes brand Code brand Code SAMSUNG 000 001 002 003 004 005 077 078 079 MONTGOMERY WARD ADMIRAL 002 025 AIWA MULTITECH 002 005 025 038 AKAI 004 027 032 007 008 018 026 037 062 064 AUDIO DYNAMICS...

  • Page 54: Cable Box

    PHILIPS 019 021 023 028 WARNER AMEX PIONEER 004 018 020 044 ZENITH 017 029 035 037 045 014 022 040 REGAL SamSunG DVD Product Code Product Code 000 001 002 Home Theater VCR COMBO 014 015 016 DVDR 003 004...
  • Page 55 SHARP YAMAKAWA 040 073 SANSUI XWAVE SANYO 062 090 ZENITH 076 121 SHINSONIC SamSunG SEt-toP box Product Code Ground wave STB 000 001 002 008 0 CABLE STB 000 004 008 0 Satellite STB 000 003 008 0 SEt-toP box...

  • Page 56: 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. First, click on "Control Panel"...

  • Page 57: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc

    Setting up the tV with your PC 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 vertical frequency adjustments on your PC 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.

  • Page 58: About Anynet

    Connecting anynet + Devices 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 59: Setting Up Anynet

    Setting up anynet + The following settings help set the Anynet + functions. to use the anynet + function, anynet + (hDmI-CEC) must be set to on Press the mEnu button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Application", then press the EntEr/oK button. Press the EntEr/oK button to select "Anynet + (HDMI-CEC)", then press the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ►...

  • Page 60: Recording

    anynet + menu The Anynet + menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet + devices connected to the TV. anynet + menu Description Switches from Anynet + to TV broadcast mode. View tV Device list Displays the Anynet+ device list. menu on Device Shows the menu of the connected device.

  • Page 61: Listening Through A Receiver (Home Theater)

    listening through a receiver (home theater) You can listen to sound through a receiver instead of the TV speaker. Press the toolS/anynet + button. TOOLS Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Receiver", then press the EntEr/oK button. Device List Press the ◄...

  • Page 62: 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 Possible Solution Poor picture Try another channel.
  • Page 63 Problem Possible Solution Horizontal bars appear to flicker, Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning. jitter or shimmer on the image. Vertical bars appear to flicker, Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning. jitter or shimmer on the image. Screen is black and power On your computer check: Power, Signal Cable.

  • Page 64: Installing The Stand

    Installing the Stand <  > <  > 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 <...

  • Page 65: Auto Wall-Mount Adjustment (Sold Separately)

    auto Wall-mount adjustment (Sold separately) once the wall mount is installed, the position of your tV can be easily adjustable. auto Wall-mount tV rear Panel Ex-lInK Cable (not supplied) Entering the menu Preference . Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Light Effect : Viewing Mode On Press the ▲...

  • Page 66: Wall Mount Kit Specifications (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-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.

  • Page 67: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    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.

  • Page 68: Specifications

    -20 °C to 45 °C (-4 °F to 113 °F) Storage Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing 5% to 95%, non-condensing model name la5n8bD la40m86bD Screen Size 52 inches / 1321 mm 40 inches / 1016 mm (visual diagonal) PC resolution...
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