BP68-00283A-02(cover) 5/6/04 12:15 PM Page 2 DLPTV DLPTV 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 www.samsungusa.com Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung Customer Care 7037 Financial Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6R3 www.samsung.ca BP68-00283A-02 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
A-02(02~13) 5/6/04 11:31 AM Page 2 Table of Contents Your New Wide TV ............................................................................................6 Special Features ...............................................................................................46 Replacing the Lamp ................................................................................................6 List of Features .............................................................................................
A-02(02~13) 5/6/04 11:31 AM Page 4 Your New Wide TV Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
A-02(02~13) 5/6/04 11:31 AM Page 6 Your New Wide TV Replacing the Lamp • For replacement, you will need a 5.91 Inches-long Phillips screwdriver and a pair of gloves. • Why do I need to replace the lamp? The lamp used in a projection TV has a limited lifespan. For the best screen quality it needs to be replaced periodically. After replacing the lamp, the screen quality will be bright and clear as new. 1 Unplug TV, then use a screwdriver to remove the screw. 2 Remove the Lamp cover.
A-02(02~13) 5/6/04 11:31 AM Page 8 Your New Wide TV List of Features Side Panel Buttons Your TV was designed and engineered using the latest technology. It is a full-featured, high-performance unit that exceeds industry standards.
A-02(02~13) 5/6/04 11:31 AM Page 10 Your New Wide TV Front Panel LED Indicators Rear Panel Jacks The three lights on the front panel indicate the status of your TV. Use the rear panel jacks to connect components such as a VCR. You can connect different components such as VCRs, Set-Top Box and a DVD player etc., because there are two sets of video input jacks and three set of component video input jacks on the rear panel of your TV. For more information, please see “Connections”.
A-02(02~13) 5/6/04 11:31 AM Page 12 Your New Wide TV Remote Control Installing Batteries in the Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote control, always point it directly at the TV. You can also use your remote control to operate your Set-Top box, VCR, Cable box or DVD player. See pages 46~47 for details. With normal use, the batteries in the remote control should last about a year.
A-02(14~23) 5/6/04 11:30 AM Page 14 Connections Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
A-02(14~23) 5/6/04 11:30 AM Page 16 Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Separate VHF and UHF Antennas If you do not have a cable system, you will need to connect an antenna to your TV. Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads If your antenna looks like this: 1 2 it has 300-ohm flat twin leads. Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on the 300-75 ohm adaptor (not supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.
A-02(14~23) 5/6/04 11:30 AM Page 18 Connections Connecting Cable TV and VCR You can connect different cable systems to your TV, including cable without a cable box, and cable with a cable box that descrambles some or all channels. Connecting a Cable Converter Box This connection allows you to watch cable and premium channels. You should keep your TV selected to “ANT 1 IN” so that you can use the TV features.
A-02(14~23) 5/6/04 11:30 AM Page 20 Connections Connecting a Camcorder Connecting a DVD Player The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. You can use your camcorder to view tapes without using a VCR. The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connecting to Y,PB,PR 1 Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back of the camcorder.
A-02(14~23) 5/6/04 11:30 AM Page 22 Connections Connecting a DTV Set-Top Box Connecting to Y,PB,PR 1 Connect a set of audio cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) AUDIO (L,R) IN jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box. 2 Connect a set of video cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) VIDEO (Y, PB, PR) IN jacks on the TV and VIDEO (Y/PB/PR or Y/CB/CR) OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box. Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your Set Top Box owner's manual.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 24 Operation Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 26 Operation Turning the TV On and Off Selecting the Menu Language Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Choose a language for the on-screen menus: English, Spanish or French. 1 Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays The on-screen menu system allows you to control the settings of your TV. Access the on-screen menu system by pressing the MENU button on the remote control.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 28 Operation Memorizing the Channels Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH and CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 30 Operation Changing Channels Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can change channels on your TV by using the CH and CH buttons, or by direct selection using the number buttons. You can use the number buttons to tune to any channel (even one that has been erased or has not been memorized). You can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and CATV).
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 32 Operation Scanning the Channels Labeling the Channels The TV automatically scan all of the channels it has memorized. Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”, “PBS2”, CNN1”, etc.) A label consists of five fields, where each field is a letter, a number or a blank. When the INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear next to the channel number. 1 Press the MENU button.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 34 Operation Picture Control Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “Standard” and “Cinema”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either “Dynamic”, “Standard” or “Cinema” by pressing the P.MODE button (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select “Custom” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 36 Operation Sound Control 3 You can control and customize the sound levels and settings of the TV with the remote control. Press the œ or √ button to select a particular item to be changed. Press the … or † button to increase or decrease the value of a particular item. Equalizer Input R + + 0 0 Picture Sound - Press the EXIT button to exit.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 38 Operation Setting the Clock Setting the Timers 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.) This TV can be set to turn on or off automatically at specific times that you choose. Before using the timers, you must set the TV’s clock, as described previously. 1 Press the MENU button.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 40 Operation Viewing an External Signal Source Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCR, DVD, Set-Top box and the TV source (broadcast or cable). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 42 Operation Assigning Names to External Input Mode Freezing the Current Picture This feature enables you to name the input source you have connected. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. You can freeze the picture when watching a television programme simply by pressing the STILL button. To return to normal viewing, press it again.
A-02(24~45) 5/6/04 11:33 AM Page 44 Special Features Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:38 AM Page 46 Special Features Customizing Your Remote Control Your TV comes equipped with a universal remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote control can also operate a VCR, Cable box, DVD and Set-Top Box made by Samsung (even if your VCR, Cable box and DVD are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). Remote Control Codes VCR Codes NOTE • The remote control might not be compatible with all VCRs, DVD players and Cable boxes.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:38 AM Page 48 Special Features Fine Tuning Channels LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) The Fine Tuning function lets you manually adjust the TV’s tuner if you have difficulty tuning channels. When a weak broadcast signal causes unclear noisy picture the “LNA” feature improves the picture quality by setting to “On”. If you experience noise on a certain channel, set the “LNA” to “On” or “Off” for this channel, to obtain the optimum picture.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:38 AM Page 50 Special Features Selecting the Color Tone Changing the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Mode Color Tone Size Digital NR DNIe MCC Film Mode PIP Setup 2 Press the … or † button to select “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:38 AM Page 52 Special Features Digital Noise Reduction DNIeTM (Digital Natural Image engine) 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. This feature brings you more detailed image with 3D noise reduction, detail enhancement, contrast enhancement and white enhancement. New image compensation Algorithm presents brighter, clearer, much detailed image.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:38 AM Page 54 Special Features Setting the MCC (My Color Control) Mode Custom Settings 1 MCC allows users to adjust colors to according to their preferences, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (“Turkish Blue”, “Emerald Green”, “Indian Pink”, “Standard”, “Custom”) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using the Easy Control Menu 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:38 AM Page 56 Special Features Setting the Film Mode Viewing Picture-In-Picture You can automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality. One of the most best features of your TV is the Picture-In-Picture (PIP) feature. The advanced PIP system allows you to watch two different pictures at once, even if you don’t have a VCR connected to your TV. 1 Press the MENU button.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:39 AM Page 58 Special Features Selecting an External Source Swapping the Sub Picture and Main Picture You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Setup 2 Press the … or † button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:39 AM Page 60 Special Features Changing the Size of the Sub Picture 1 Changing the Location of the Sub Picture Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Setup 2 Press the … or † button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Input Picture Sound Setup Press the … or † button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:39 AM Page 62 Special Features Changing the Channel of the Sub Picture Selecting the Sound Source After you set the signal source (antenna or cable) of sub picture, it is easy to change channels. You can use this feature to hear sound from the main or sub picture. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture Input Picture Sound Channel Setup 2 Press the … or † button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:39 AM Page 64 Special Features Setting the SRS TSXT Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track 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.
A-02(46~67) 5/6/04 11:39 AM Page 66 Special Features Auto Volume Enjoying the Sound of External Speakers Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and it is inconvenient to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto Volume” automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.
A-02(68~79) 5/6/04 12:06 PM Page 68 Special Features Using the V-Chip (USA) How to Enable/Disable the Rating Controls Access to channels and programs is controlled by a password (i.e., a 4-digit secret code that is defined by the user). The on-screen menu will instruct you to assign a password (and you can change it later, if necessary). 1 NOTE • The V-Chip doesn’t function when the PIP is active. Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(68~79) 5/6/04 12:06 PM Page 70 Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV Parental Guidelines” The parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The “TV Parental Guidelines” or “MPAA Rating”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup 2 Press the … or † button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(68~79) 5/6/04 12:06 PM Page 72 Special Features How to Set up Restrictions Using the “MPAA Rating” Important Notes About Parental Locks Explanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems: The Movie rating system uses the “MPAA” (Motion Picture Association of America) system, and its main application is for movies. When the rating controls is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either “MPAA Rating” or “TV Parental Guidelines”).
A-02(68~79) 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 74 Special Features Viewing Closed Caption Information 4 Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions information that is broadcast along with some television shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or translations into other languages. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so prerecorded video tapes can also deliver closed-caption information.
A-02(68~79) 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 76 Special Features Setting the Blue Screen Mode Setting The On/Off Melody 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”. A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(68~79) 5/6/04 12:07 PM Page 78 Special Features Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Feature This feature adjusts the Red, Blue or Green color to enhance the picture according to the user's particular color weakness. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup Input Picture Sound Channel Setup 2 Press the … or † button to select “Color Weakness”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(80~91) 5/6/04 12:12 PM Page 80 PC Display Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display Setting up Your PC Software (Based on Widows 98) How to Connect Your PC to the TV 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 setup information will apply in almost all cases.
A-02(80~91) 5/6/04 12:12 PM Page 82 PC Display Display Modes Horizontal Frequency [KHz] Vertical Frequency [Hz] Pixel Clock [MHz] Sync Polarity (H/V) 25.175 70.00 31.47 +/28.322 70.00 31.47 -/35.5 85.00 37.93 -/+ -/+ 25.175 60.00 31.47 640 x 480 -/30.24 66.70 35.00 -/31.50 72.80 37.86 -/31.50 75.00 37.50 -/36.00 85.00 43.27 -+/36.00 56.30 35.16 SVGA 800 x 600 +/+40.00 37.88 60.30 +/+ 72.20 50.00 48.08 +/+ 49.50 75.00 46.87 +/+ 85.10 56.25 53.67 -/+ 57.284 74.60 49.73 832 x 624 -/65.00 48.36 60.
A-02(80~91) 5/6/04 12:12 PM Page 84 PC Display Changing the Picture Position Adjusting the Picture Quality and Position Automatically After connecting the TV to your PC, adjust the position of picture if it is not well-aligned. This feature allows the TV to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. 1 Press the TV/VIDEO button to select “PC”. 2 Press the MENU button.
A-02(80~91) 5/6/04 12:12 PM Page 86 PC Display Initializing the Picture Settings Changing the Picture Size (PC Mode) You can replace all picture settings with the factory default values. You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the TV/VIDEO button to select “PC”. 2 Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
A-02(80~91) 5/6/04 12:12 PM Page 88 Appendix Downloaded from www.Manualslib.
A-02(80~91) 5/6/04 12:12 PM Page 90 Appendix Troubleshooting Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest service center. With proper care, your TV will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture quality. Try another channel. Adjust the antenna.
