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Thank You for Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung Digital TV receiver represents the latest in DTV IRD technology. We designed it with easy-to-use on-screen menus and closed captioning capabilities, making it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offer you a product that will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come. Important Safety Information Always be careful when using your product.
• Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they won’t be walked on or pinched by objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. • Unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line surges.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the FCC rules. NOTES This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
A Guide to Digital TV What is Digital Television? Digital television (DTV) is a new way of transmitting high quality video and audio to your TV set. Using DTV, broadcasters can transmit high definition TV (HDTV) images, Dolby digital surround audio, and new services such as multicasting (transmitting more than one program on the same TV channel) and datacasting (providing electronic program guides and interactive television). Several of these services can be combined into a single digital broadcast.
How to View Digital Television There are three ways to watch DTV. The first is to use an integrated digital TV; one with a built-in digital television tuner. The second is to connect an external DTV set-top receiver to a DTV-ready television or monitor. This type of TV or monitor will have wideband component video and stereo audio inputs. You can also watch DTV signals with personal computer (PC) tuner cards and computer monitors. 1.
Q&A 1. Is the antenna I use for existing TV reception good enough for DTV? Over-the-air (OTA) digital TV broadcasting uses the same channels as analog TV and works well with many existing TV antennas. However, DTV broadcast channel assignments are different than analog channels. You should find out whether your local DTV broadcasts are on VHF (channels 2-13) or UHF (channels 14-69) to see if you need a different antenna.
Q&A 4. Can I connect my DTV set-top receiver to my cable TV service? Cable TV systems use a different method for transmitting digital TV programs that is currently incompatible with broadcast DTV set-top receivers. So you will still need to use an outdoor or indoor antenna to receive OTA broadcast DTV programs. The good news is that you won’t have to pay a monthly or per-program charge to watch OTA DTV and HDTV programs. They’re free, unlike subscription satellite TV or premium cable TV.
CONTENTS Chapter 1: Connecting the Set Top Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Front Panel Controls and LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Rear Panel Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Connecting the Set-Top Box to a TV Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Front Panel Controls and LEDs Œ ´ ˇ ¨ ˆ Ø ∏ Œ Press to turn the power on or off. ´ STANDBY ˆ MENU Press to display the on-screen menus or to switch back to the previous menu screen that was display. Turns your receiver Standby. Ø ENTER ˇ Display the broadcasting status. When the STB detect the broadcasting signal, turn on the light of HDTV logo. Press to activate a selection when using the on-screen menus.
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Rear Panel Jacks Œ ANT./CABLE IN Ô DTV OUT (RGB) ´ ANT.OUT ˇ DOLBY DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) DTV OUT SELECT Connect the AIR antenna or CATV antenna here. Connect cable in the event that a local cable provider is passing through 8VSB on their system. Use to connect the Digital Audio Input of your TV or audio component. ¨ S-VIDEO Provides good picture quality.
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Connecting Antennas This section shows how to connect a cable TV with or without a cable box, and how to connect an indoor or outdoor antenna. 1 Indoor/Outdoor Antenna: You may need a 75Ω adaptor or a combiner, as shown in the illustration to the right. 2 Cable TV without a Cable Box: If you have a cable TV and do not use a cable box, connect the cable to ANT/CABLE IN on the rear of the Set-Top Box.
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Connecting the Set-Top Box to a TV Set Plasma Display Panel (PDP) Connect an antenna cable to the ANT/CABLE 1 IN jacks on the Set-Top Box. 2 Connect the Video Cables. YPbPr format: Connect a Component video cable between the DTV OUT(COMPONENT) jacks on the Set-Top Box and the DTV INPUT jacks on the PDP. RGB format: Connect an RGB video monitor cable between the DTV OUT (RGB) jack on the Set-Top Box and the RGB VIDEO IN jack on the PDP.
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Digital Ready TV or Normal TV 1 Connect an antenna cable to the ANT/CABLE IN jacks on the SetTop Box. 2 Connect the Video Cables. Digital Ready TV: Connect a component video cable between the DTV OUT COMPONENT (Y,Pb,Pr) jacks on the SetTop Box and the DTV INPUT jacks on the TV. Normal TV: Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the SetTop Box and the VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV.
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Connecting the Set-Top Box to a Device with a DVI jack 1 Connect a DVI cable between the DVI OUT jack on the Set-Top Box and the DVI IN jack on the DVI device (TV, monitor). 2 Connect audio cables between the Lt/Rt AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box and the L/R AUDIO IN jacks on the DVI device. NOTES • This Set-Top Box supports HDCP technology.
1 CHAPTER ONE Connecting The Set Top Box Connecting the Set-Top Box to a Computer Monitor 1 2 Connect an antenna cable to the ANT/CABLE IN jacks on the Set-Top Box. 3 Connect an audio cable between the Lt/Rt AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box and the L/R AUDIO IN jacks on the computer monitor. Connect a computer video monitor cable between the DTV OUT (RGB) jack on the Set-Top Box and the VIDEO IN jack on the computer monitor. NOTE You must set “DTV OUT SELECT (Y,Pb,Pr /RGB,DVI)” for RGB interface.
2 CHAPTER TWO Remote Control and On-Screen Menus Reviewing the Remote Control The Set-Top Box remote control and on-screen menu system work together to operate the Set-Top Box as simply as possible. Understanding the remote control buttons and the menus allows you to operate the Set-Top Box with ease. If you need some assistance while using the remote control and the menus, the provided on-screen help feature will be helpful. See “Using the On-screen Help” on page 22. Œ Press to turn the power on or off.
2 CHAPTER TWO Remote Control and On-Screen Menus Ô PRE-CH Press to return to the revious channel you viewed. INFO. Press to display information about the current box settings and program: Channel number, Time, Program title, Program duration, Caption, Rating control, Digital picture grade, and MTS language. Press to return to the revious channel you viewed. Ò Channel , (Channel Up and Down) Press to change channels. Ú Back Press to return to the previous menu.
2 CHAPTER TWO Remote Control and On-Screen Menus Installing the Batteries Press and remove the battery cover on the back of the remote control. Put two AAA batteries into the compartment and replace the battery cover. ➡ ➡ Programming the Remote Control To program the remote control to operate a TV, see “Programming the Remote Control for Other Components” (page 46).
2 CHAPTER TWO Remote Control and On-Screen Menus The On-Screen Menu System Using the Menu UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons in the center of the remote control, you can move between the menus. To enter a particular menu, press ENTER. The menu system has three different levels. The four icons on the left side of the screen are the “first level” menu: Guide, Preference, Channel, and Setup.
2 CHAPTER TWO Remote Control and On-Screen Menus Using the On-screen Help To turn the on-screen help on: 1 2 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Preference icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Help and press ENTER. 3 REE PREFERENCE √ Select Favorite Channels Multi-track Language : English √ Choose Closed Captions √ Set Rating Controls Help : Off Press the Up/Down buttons to choose “Help: On”.
2 CHAPTER TWO Remote Control and On-Screen Menus Viewing the Information You can quickly check the status of many of the Set-Top Box features and options by using the INFO button. The Info shows: • The major channel number and the minor channel number (if you are viewing a digital channel). • The current time and date. See page 29. • Program title. • Program duration. • The status of closed captions (if the broadcast includes them, and if you have turned on the closed captions feature). See page 36.
3 CHAPTER THREE Operation Memorizing Channels Before you can use any of the special channel buttons (CH , FAV.CH), the available channels must first be scanned and memorized. This is an easy, automatic process that typically takes two minutes. To memorize channels: 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Channel icon and press ENTER.
3 CHAPTER THREE Operation Adding and Deleting Channels To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory): 1 Enter the digits of the channel to be added or deleted. 2 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Channel icon and press ENTER. 3 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Add & Delete Channels and press ENTER.
3 CHAPTER THREE Operation How to Set Your Favorite Channels 26 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Preference icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Select Favorite Channels icon and press ENTER. 3 To designate a particular channel as a “Favorite Channel,” highlight the channel number and press ENTER. For each Favorite Channel, a yellow dot icon will appear next to the channel number.
3 CHAPTER THREE Operation Checking the Digital-Signal Reception 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. But you can adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels. 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control.
3 CHAPTER THREE Operation Changing Channels Number buttons Press the number buttons (0 – 9) to enter channel numbers. NOTES When the channel you selected contains one or more “minor” channels, the list of the channels will be displayed on the screen. To select one of them, position the highlight on the channel you want using CH , and press ENTER. PRE-CH button Press to return to the previous channel you viewed.
3 CHAPTER THREE Operation Setting the Time and Date First, select a channel that has a Digital Signal. 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Setup icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Auto Time setup and press ENTER. 3 You will be asked if your local area observes Daylight Saving Time. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Yes or No, and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Changing the Screen Format Your selection in the Screen Format menu depends on the type of TV or monitor you are using with your Set-Top Box. 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Setup icon, then use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Select Screen Format. Press ENTER. 3 Press ENTER and select Select Screen Ratio using the Menu Up/Down buttons.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features With a 4:3 Ratio TV or Monitor If you are using a 4:3 aspect ratio TV or monitor and receiving an image with a 16:9 aspect ratio, you need to specify how the image is displayed. Letter box Choose this when receiving a 16:9 image and you want to see the original wide format. Letter boxing shrinks the picture so the entire image will fit on the screen. Blank panels appear at the top and bottom of the screen. (1080i doesn’t support letter box mode.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features With a 16:9 Ratio TV or Monitor If you are using a 16:9 aspect ratio TV or monitor and receiving an image with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the image will be displayed at the 4:3 aspect ratio on your monitor unless you specify otherwise. The Screen Format menu allows you to adjust the image through the following options: Full Choose this when you want the television to adjust the 4:3 image horizontally so it fills your 16:9 screen.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Choosing a Digital Sound Format (Dolby Digital or PCM) Both analog and digital sounds can be output from the rear-panel connectors on your Set-Top Box. The digital sound outputs are optical and coaxial connectors labeled “Dolby Digital Output”. After connecting an optical or a coaxial digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby Digital or PCM, as appropriate to your component). 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Changing the Position of the Image Adjust the position of the screen if it is not well-aligned. 34 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Setup icon and press ENTER. 3 Use the Menu Up/Down button to highlight the Screen Position and press ENTER. 4 Use the Menu Up/Down/Left/ Right buttons to adjust the screen position. 5 Press EXIT.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Choosing a Multitrack Language 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. To select a multitrack language: 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Preference icon and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Setting Up Digital Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. How to Activate or Deactivate the On-screen Captions 1 2 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 3 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Choose Closed Captions and press ENTER. 4 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to alternate between “On” and “Off” and press ENTER. 5 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Caption Service and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features C losed Captions Select the Service you want suing the Menu Up/Down 1 buttons and press ENTER. 5- Service: Caption : On Service 1 Caption Service : Service1 Service 2 Caption Display OptionsService 3 Service 4 Service 5 Service 6 This option consists of Service 1 ~ Service6. The default is Service 1. Either the reading level or the language may change depending on the service option.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Rating Control Menu 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). How to Change Your Password 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Preference icon and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features How to Lock Programs Using the TV (FCC) or MPAA Ratings 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Preference icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Set Rating Controls and press ENTER. 3 Enter your password correctly. 4 After the password is entered, the screen will display the rating control menu.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Important Notes About Parental Locks (“P.Locks”) Explanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems: TV (FCC) Age-Based Ratings TV-MA Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence and explicit sexual content. TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned. This program may contain sophisticated themes, sexual content, strong language and more intense violence. TV-PG Parental guidance suggested.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Electronic Program Guide Your Set-Top Box has an Electronic Program Guide (EPG) to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information, such as program lists, start and end times of all available channels. In addition, the detailed information about the program is often available in the EPG. (The availability and the amount of program details will vary depending on the broadcaster.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Using the EPG (Electronic Program Guide) 1 2 3 4 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Guide icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Default Guide and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to alternate between “Mini” and “Full” and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Viewing Information about One Channel 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control. 2 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Guide icon and press ENTER. 3 Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Go to Mini Guide and press ENTER. 4 Press the INFO button to see detailed information on the highlighted program.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Viewing Information about Channels 1 2 3 4 5 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Guide icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Go to Full Guide and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features To view the Remind List 1 2 3 Press the MENU button on the remote control. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight the Guide icon and press ENTER. Use the Menu Up/Down buttons to highlight Go to Remind List and press ENTER.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features Programming the Remote Control for Other Components 1 Press the SET button on the remote control. Use the number buttons to enter the code by manufacturer. (See tables on pages 46~48) Each code must be three digits long. For example, to enter the code “6,” press 0, 0, and 6. To enter the code “76,” press 0, 7, and 6. See the remote control code tables on the following pages to find the appropriate code for your particular component.
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features TV Remote Control Codes BRAND NAME Akai Alba A-Mark Amstrrad Anam AOC Archer Audiovox Bauer Baycraft Brockwood Broksonic Candle Capehart Circuit City Citizen Colortyme Concerto Contec Craig Crown Curtis Mathes CXC Daewoo Daytron Dixi Dumont Echo star Electrohome Elta Emerson Envision Etron Fisher Formenti Fortress Fuijisu Funai Futuretech CODE 32, 70,73 113 32 33 9, 32, 451, 85, 121, 198 5, 6, 19, 32, 73 32 32 26 36 5 62, 85 5, 6, 22, 25, 36, 85, 73 5, 19 5 5, 6, 16, 22, 2
4 CHAPTER FOUR Special Features TV Remote Control Codes CODE BRAND NAME 26, 95, 113 Nikkai 51 Nordmende 217 Normandic 26, 61 Novabeam 201 Nyon 41, 85 Onwa 105, 107 Optionica 194 Orion 26 Osaki Panasonic 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 66, 85, 189, 197, 198, 206, 216 5, 6, 25, 36, 68, 73, 110 66 Philco 2, 48, 51, 76, 208 Philips 5, 26, 73 Pioneer 3 Portland 5, 13, 19, 26, 36, 85 Proscan 20 Proton 8, 9, 12, 77, 198 Pulsar 26, 41, 85, 107, 198 Queasar 3, 5, 48, 79, 80, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, Radio Sheck 125, 133, 134, 19
A APPENDIX Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your digital TV set-top receiver, there are several possibilities you should investigate before calling for a service technician. Problem Possible Solution Intermittent signal, or no signal at all. Try another channel. Make sure the antenna is connected. If a powered antenna, turn the power boost on. You may also want to rotate the antenna for a stronger signal, using the tri-state LED indicator on the front of your tuner as a guide.
A APPENDIX Care and Maintenance With proper care, your Set-Top Box will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance. Placement • Do not put the Set-Top Box near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. • Do not put the Set-Top Box near appliances that create magnetic fields. Liquids • Do not handle liquids near or on the Set-Top Box. Cabinet • Never open the cabinet or touch the parts inside. • Wipe your Set-Top Box with a clean, dry cloth.
A APPENDIX Specifications General Specifications Broadcasting standard DTV (ATSC) Power requirement AC 120 V, 50-60Hz Power consumption 20 watts / In standby: 2 watts Dimensions (W x D x H) 351 x 228 x 60 (mm) Weight 4.