Samsung HL-S6187W, HL-S5687W User Manual 2

Owner’s Instructions

HL-S5087W HL-S5687W HL-S6187W

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. Several of these services can be combined into a single digital broadcast.

Digital Television Services

• Digital Picture Quality

DTV programs are transmitted in two different formats. The first is Standard Definition Television (SDTV) and the second is High Definition Television (HDTV).

• SDTV program formats include 480-line interlaced (480i) and 480-line progressive (480p) video.

480i programs are essentially a digital version of our current analog TV programs, while the 480p format offers improved image detail over 480i. Some 480p programs are broadcast in widescreen and are comparable to progressive-scan DVD movies in image quality.

• HDTV program formats include 1080-line interlaced (1080i) and 720-line progressive (720p).

Both HDTV formats are always broadcast in widescreen, and offer much higher picture quality than SDTV.

• Dolby Surround Sound

With DTV, you can listen to a variety of Dolby digital audio formats from Dolby Surround 2.0 to Dolby Digital 5.1 surround, using your home audio system. Many HDTV programs are now broadcast with DD 5.1 soundtracks.

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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.

If your DTV channels are on UHF and you already get good UHF reception, your present antenna may work fine. The same holds true for VHF DTV reception. Note that in some markets, both VHF and UHF channels are used for DTV broadcasts.

You can find out the latest DTV channel assignments for your area by browsing selected Internet web sites such as www.titantv.com, www.10000watts.com, and www.fcc.gov.

2. How difficult is it to receive DTV signals indoors?

This depends on whether your local DTV stations are running full power or not and how close your location is to the transmission tower. DTV receivers do not require as much signal as analog TV receivers to produce high-quality images and sound.

Once the DTV signal level exceeds a certain threshold at the receiver, the digital video and audio data is decoded at the same quality it was originally encoded for broadcast. This is a big advantage for DTV over analog TV - there is no noise, ghosting, static, or scratchy audio.

3. How can I connect an antenna in my townhouse, co-operative apartment, condominium, or apartment?

The Federal Communications Commission’s OTARD Rule (part of the Telecommunications Act of

1996) allows residents of condominiums, townhouse, or members of neighborhood associations to put up outside antennas for reception of broadcast TV signals as long as those antennas are not located in common areas and are no more than 12’ in height.

Residents of rental units (apartments, etc.) are not covered by the OTARD rules and will have to use indoor antennas to receive DTV broadcasts. It is possible that the landlord of an apartment complex can provide broadcast DTV signals via a master TV antenna system to each apartment.

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. All you need is an antenna and a DTV set-top receiver to enjoy clear, sharp widescreen images and high-quality audio.

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Table of Contents

Your New Wide TV...................................................................................8

Viewing Position ......................................................................................................8

List of Features.........................................................................................................9

Accessories .............................................................................................................9

Front Panel LED Indicators.......................................................................................10

Front side buttons...................................................................................................11

Side Panel Jacks ....................................................................................................11

Rear Panel Jacks....................................................................................................12

Remote Control......................................................................................................13

Connections ...........................................................................................16

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ........................................................................16

Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads ..............................................................16

Connecting Cable TV .............................................................................................17

Cable without a Cable Box...........................................................................17

Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels...................................17

Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles Some (But Not All) Channels ............18

Connecting a VCR .................................................................................................19

Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack....................................19

Connecting a Camcorder .......................................................................................20

Connecting a DVD Player .......................................................................................21

Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ..............................21

Connecting to Y, P

Connecting to Audio and Video Jacks............................................................22

Connecting a DTV Set-Top Box ................................................................................23

Connecting to Y, P

Connecting to DVI (Digital Visual Interface) ....................................................23

Connecting a VCR and DTV Set-Top Box ........................................................24

Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) ..............................24

Connecting a Digital Audio System..........................................................................25

Connecting to an Analog Amplifier..........................................................................26

B, PR.................................................................................21

B, PR.................................................................................23

Operation ..............................................................................................28

Turning the TV On and Off .....................................................................................28

Dynamic Menus and On-Screen Displays .................................................................28

Navigating Menus by Using the Menu Map .............................................................29

Selecting a Menu Language....................................................................................30

Memorizing Channels ............................................................................................31

Changing Channels ...............................................................................................33

Customizing Your Remote Control ............................................................................34

Remote Control Codes............................................................................................38

Setting the Clock....................................................................................................41

Setting the On/Off Timer........................................................................................43

Setting the Sleep Timer ...........................................................................................44

Viewing an External Signal Source ..........................................................................45

Assigning Names to External Input Mode .................................................................46

Channel Control .....................................................................................48

Selecting Your Favorite Channels .............................................................................48

Viewing the Channel Lists .......................................................................................49

Adding and Erasing Channels.................................................................................50

Labeling the Channels ............................................................................................51

Fine Tuning Analog Channels ........................................................................52

Checking the Digital-Signal Strength ..............................................................53

LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) .....................................................................................54

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Analog

Digital

Picture Control........................................................................................56

Picture Control.......................................................................................................56

Changing the Picture Size.......................................................................................59

Digital Noise Reduction..........................................................................................60

DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine)........................................................................61

Setting the My Color Control Mode .........................................................................62

Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Feature.......................................................64

Setting the Film Mode ............................................................................................65

Freezing the Picture................................................................................................66

Setting the Blue Screen Mode..................................................................................67

Sound Control ........................................................................................70

Sound Control .......................................................................................................70

Setting the SRS TSXT ..............................................................................................72

Auto Volume..........................................................................................................73

Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track .................................................74

Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track .................................................75

Selecting the Internal Mute......................................................................................76

Setting the On/Off Melody.....................................................................................77

Digital

Analog

Special Features .....................................................................................80

Setting the Function Help ........................................................................................80

Menu Transparency Level........................................................................................81

Using Game Mode ................................................................................................82

Using the V-Chip....................................................................................................83

Using the V-Chip for Digital channels .......................................................................93

Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) ......................................95

Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) ......................................97

Analog

Digital

PC Display ...........................................................................................100

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display .............................................................100

Adjusting the Picture Quality .................................................................................103

Changing the Picture Position................................................................................104

Adjusting the Picture Quality and Position Automatically...........................................105

Changing the Picture Size (PC Mode) ....................................................................106

Viewing the Current Resolution..............................................................................107

Initializing the Picture Settings ...............................................................................108

WISELINK............................................................................................110

Using the WISELINK Function................................................................................110

Using the WISELINK Menu ...................................................................................111

Using the PHOTO (JPEG) List.................................................................................112

Using the MP3 List ...............................................................................................119

Using the Setup Menu ..........................................................................................121

Appendix.............................................................................................124

Replacing the Lamp..............................................................................................124

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................126

Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV ........................................................................128

Using Your TV in Another Country .........................................................................128

Specifications ......................................................................................................129

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SAMSUNG

Your New Wide TV

Viewing Position

To optimize your viewing comfort, please follow the guidelines below for viewing distance. If viewing for an extended period of time, sit as far back from the screen as possible.

When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall (more than 10cm/4 inches) for ventilation purposes.

• Poor ventilation may cause an increase in the internal temperature of the product, resulting in a shortened component life and degraded performance.

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List of Features

Your TV is designed and engineered using the latest technology. It is a full-featured, high-performance unit that exceeds industry standards. In addition, it has these special features:

• Easy-to-operate remote control

• Dynamic menus and Navigating menus by using the menu map

• Easy-to-use on-screen menu system you can access from the front panel or remote control

• Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off at any time you choose

• Adjustable picture and sound settings and the ability to memorize your favorite settings

• Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels

• A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems

• Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible

• A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening

• Built-in, dual channel speakers

• A special sleep timer

• Widescreen TV with adjustable image size

• Life-like clear images provided by DNle technology

• My Color Control mode to correspond with your color preference

• Color Weakness mode

• Digital Input jack

• Digital Audio Output (OPTICAL) jack

• Game mode

• Easy-to-use channel manager menu.

• WISELINK enables you to view and play photo (JPEG) and audio files (MP3) through the TV’s WISELINK jack.

Accessories

Once you have unpacked your TV, check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any piece is missing or broken, call your dealer.

Remote Control

(BP59-00107A)/

AAA Batteries

Warranty Card/

Registration Card/

Safety Guide Manual/

Quick Guide Manual/

Owner’s Instructions Power Cord

(3903-000144)

Cloth-Clean

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Your New Wide TV

Front Panel LED Indicators

The three lights on the front panel indicate the status of your TV. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

Indicator Lights

POWER

Press to turn the TV on and off.

Indicator Light Key

: Light is On : Light is Blinking

: Light is Off

TIMER

Remote Control Sensor

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

LAMPSTAND BY/TEMP Indication

Standby state.

The picture will automatically appear in about 15 seconds. Auto Timer ON/OFF has been set and the set will automatically be

turned on in about 15 seconds. A cooling fan inside the set is not operating normally.

Lamp cover on the rear of the set is not properly shut.

Check if the ventilation hole on the rear of the set is blocked, because if the inner temperature is too high, the power will shut off.

Lamp may be defective. Please contact a certified technician.

• It takes about 30 seconds for the TV to warm up, so normal brightness may not appear immediately.

• The TV has a fan to keep the inside lamp from overheating. You’ll occasionally hear it working.

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Front side buttons

The buttons on the front panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu system. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

Œ Press to switch between viewing TV programs and signals from connected components.

´ Press to see the on-screen menu.

ˇ Press to raise or lower the volume and to select items when using the on-screen menu.

¨ Press to change channels and move between items on the on-screen menu.

ˆ Press to activate (or change) a particular item.

Side Panel Jacks

Use the right side panel jacks to connect a component that is used only occasionally (a camcorder or video game, for example). The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

Connect the video signal from a camcorder or video game.

Connect the audio signal from a camcorder or video game.

You can connect a USB mass storage device to view photo files (JPEG) and play audio files (MP3).

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Your New Wide TV

Rear Panel Jacks

VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT jacks

Connect video/audio signals from external sources, such as VCR or DVD players. (Refer to pages 19, 20, and 24)

S-VIDEO INPUT jacks

Connects an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR or DVD player. (Refer to pages 19, 20, and 24)

VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT jacks

Sends video/audio signals from the TV to an external source, such as a VCR. These jacks are available only in TV, Video and S-Video modes. (Refer to page 24)

COMPONENT IN 1, 2 jacks (Y, PB, PR, AUDIO L/R)

Use these jacks to connect the component video/audio signals from a DVD player or a Set-Top Box. (Refer to pages 21 and 23)

PC VIDEO INPUT jack

Connect these to the video output jack on your PC.

PC AUDIO INPUT jack

Connect these to the audio output jack on your PC. (Refer to page 100)

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

∏

INPUT jacks (HDMI IN 2)

Connect to the HDMI jack of a device with HDMI output.

”

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)/ DVI INPUT jack (HDMI IN 1/DVI IN)

Connect to the HDMI jack of a device with HDMI output. This input can also be used as a DVI connection with separate analog audio inputs. An optional HDMI/DVI cable will be necessary to make this connection. When using the optional HDMI/DVI adapter, the DVI analog audio inputs on your TV allow you to receive left and right audio from your DVI device. (Not compatible with PC) (Refer to pages 21 and 23)

’

DVI AUDIO (L/R) IN

Connect to the DVI audio output jack of an external device. (Refer to page 23)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack

Connect to a Digital Audio Component. (Refer to page 25)

RS232C

For service only.



ANTENNA terminals

Two independent cables or antennas can be connected to these terminals. Use “ANT 1 IN (CABLE)” and “ANT 2 IN (AIR)” terminals to receive a signal from VHF/UHF antennas or your cable system. (Refer to pages 16~17)

POWER IN

Connect the supplied power cord.

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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 VCR, Cable box, DVD player and Set-top box. See pages 34~40 for details.

1. POWER

Turns the TV on and off.

2. Channel Number

Press to directly tune to a particular channel.

Press to select additional channels (digital and analog) being broadcast by the same station. For example, to select channel “54-3”, press “54”, then press “-” and “3”.

4. ANTENNA

Press to select “AIR” or “CABLE”.

5. CH MGR

Displays Channel Lists on the screen.

6. VCR/DVD Controls

Controls VCR or DVD functions: Rewind, Stop, Play/Pause, Fast Forward.

7. VOL

, VOL

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

8. MUTE

Press to mute the TV sound.

9. MENU

Displays the main on-screen menu.

10. ▲, ▼, œ, √, ENTER

Press to move highlight up, down, left, or right. While using the on-screen menus, press ENTER to activate (or change) a particular item.

11. INFO

Press to display information on the TV screen.

12. CAPTION

Controls the caption decoder.

13. P.MODE

Adjust the TV picture by selecting one of the preset factory settings (or select your personal, customized picture settings.) (Refer to page 56)

14. S.MODE

Select Sound effect. (Refer to page 71)

15. MTS (Multichannel Television

Stereo)

Press to choose Stereo, Mono or SAP (Secondary Audio Program).

16. SRS

Activates TruSurround. (Refer to page 72)

17. Mode (TV/DVD/STB/CABLE/VCR)

Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (i.e., TV, DVD, STB, CABLE, or VCR).

18. SOURCE

Press to display all of the available video sources (TV, AV1, AV2, AV3, S-Video1, S-Video2, Component1, Component2, PC, HDMI1, and HDMI2).

19. PRE-CH

Tunes to the previous channel.

20. WISELINK

This function enables you to view and play photo (JPEG) and audio files (MP3) from an external device. (Refer to page 110)

21. FAV.CH (Favorite Channel)

Press to switch between your favorite channels.

22. CH /

Press to change channels.

23. EXIT

Press to exit the menu.

24. SLEEP

Press to select a preset time interval for automatic shut off. (Refer to page 44)

25. P.SIZE

Press to change the screen size. (Refer to page 59)

26. STILL

Press to pause the current screen. (Refer to page 66)

27. RESET

If your remote control is not functioning properly, take out the batteries and press the reset button for about 2~3 seconds. Re-insert the batteries and try using the remote control again.

28. SET

Used during set up of this remote control, so that it will work compatibly with other devices (Set-top box, VCR, Cable box, DVD, etc.)

NOTES

• The Color buttons are used for the channel list fuction. (Refer to pages 48~51)

• This is a special remote control for the visually impaired, and has Braille points on the POWER, VOL +, VOL

, CH / , STOP, and

PLAY/PAUSE buttons.

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Your New Wide TV

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

With normal use, the batteries in the remote control should last about a year. If you notice a performance degradation while using the remote, the batteries may need to be replaced. Make sure you replace both batteries and do not mix old and new batteries in the remote control. If you won’t be using the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place.

Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure.

Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries

with the diagram inside the compartment.

Close the cover as shown in the figure.

NOTE

• Do not mix battery types, i.e, alkaline and manganese.

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Connections

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas

If you do not have a cable system, you will need to connect an antenna to your TV.

Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads

If your antenna looks like this: it has 75-ohm round leads.

Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 2 IN (AIR) on the

rear panel of your TV.

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Connecting Cable TV

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.

Cable without a Cable Box

Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 1 IN (CABLE) on the

rear panel of your TV.

Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels

Find the cable connected to the ANTENNA OUT

terminal on your Cable box. This terminal might be labeled “ANT OUT”, “VHF OUT” or simply “OUT”.

Connect the other end of the cable to the “ANT 1 IN

(CABLE)” terminal on the rear panel of your TV.

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Connections

Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles Some (But Not All) Channels

To complete this connection you will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four coaxial cables (which you can buy from your Samsung dealer or any electronics store).

Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to

the ANTENNA IN terminal of your Splitter. This terminal might be labeled “ANT IN”, “VHF IN” or simply, “IN”. Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.

Connect a coaxial cable between an OUT terminal

of the splitter and the IN terminal of the Cable box.

Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT

terminal of the Cable box and the B-IN terminal of the RF (A/B) switch.

Connect another cable between the other OUT

terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch.

Connect the last coaxial cable between the OUT

terminal of the RF (A/B) switch and the ANT 1 IN (CABLE) on the TV.

After you’ve 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 Set-Top Box to the Cable box's output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)

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Connecting a VCR

Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack

Connect a video cable between the VIDEO IN (1

or 2) (or S-VIDEO IN 1 or 2) jack on the TV and the VIDEO (or S-VIDEO) output jack on the VCR.

Connect a set of audio

cables between the AUDIO

IN (1 or 2) jacks on the TV and the AUDIO output jacks on the VCR.

TV Rear Panel

Connect a video cable

between the VIDEO OUT

jack on the TV and the VIDEO input jack on the VCR.

Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO

OUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO input jacks on the VCR.

NOTES

• For better video, use an S-Video cable.

• Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks.

• Connecting Video/Audio cables from the Video and Audio Out jacks on the TV to the A/V In jacks on your VCR enables you to record from the TV onto the VCR.

Incoming Cable or Antenna

Stereo VCR

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Connections

Connecting a Camcorder

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.

Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are

usually found on the side or back of the camcorder.

Connect a video or S-Video

cable between the VIDEO IN

(or S-VIDEO IN) jack on the TV and the VIDEO (or S-VIDEO) output jack on the Camcorder. The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If not, check your local electronics store.) If your Camcorder is stereo, you need to connect a set of two cables.

TV Rear and right side

Camcorder Output Jacks

Camcorder

Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO

IN jacks on the TV and the AUDIO output jacks on the camcorder. If you have a mono Camcorder, connect L(mono) to the Camcorder audio out using only one audio cable.

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Connecting a DVD Player

The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV.

Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

Connect an HDMI cable between the HDMI IN 2 (or

HDMI IN 1/DVI IN) jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack on the Set-Top Box.

Connecting to Y, PB, PR

To enable Component video viewing, connect a set of

Component video cables between the COMPONENT (1 or 2) VIDEO (Y, P jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT (Y/P

B/CR

Y/C DVD player.

) OUT jacks on the

, PR) IN

B/PR

TV Rear Panel

Incoming Cable or Antenna

TV Rear Panel

DVD Player

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 DVD player.

Incoming Cable or Antenna

DVD Player

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Connections

Connecting to Audio and Video Jacks

Connect a video cable between the VIDEO IN (1

or 2) jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT jack on the DVD player.

Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO

IN (1 or 2) jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player.

NOTES

• Component Video separates the video into Y(Luminance (Brightness)), P (Red) for enhanced video quality.

• Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks.

(Blue) and P

TV Rear Panel

Incoming Cable or Antenna

DVD Player

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Connecting a DTV Set-Top Box

Connecting to Y, PB, P

Connect a set of Component cables between the

COMPONENT (1 or 2) VIDEO

(Y, P

, PR) IN jacks on the TV

and VIDEO (Y/P

B/CR

Y/C Set-Top Box.

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.

) OUT jacks on the

NOTE

• Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks.

B/PR

Incoming Cable or Antenna

Connecting to DVI (Digital Visual Interface)

Connect an HDMI/DVI cable between the HDMI IN 1/DVI

IN jack on the TV and the DVI OUT jack on the Set-Top Box.

TV Rear Panel

DTV Set-Top Box

TV Rear Panel

Connect a set of audio cables between the DVI AUDIO (L, R)

IN jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box.

NOTES

• Requires a Cable Converter.

• Make sure the HDMI/DVI source’s power is on, or you will be unable to select it in the TV menu's source list.

• The HDMI IN 1/DVI IN jack is not compatible with PC.

Incoming Cable or Antenna

DTV Set-Top Box

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Connections

Connecting a VCR and DTV Set-Top Box

Connect the Video or S-Video/ Audio cables between the

VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the VCR.

Connect the Video/Audio cables between the VIDEO

or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the Set-Top Box.

Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT

jack on the TV and the VIDEO input jack on the VCR.

Incoming Cable or Antenna

TV Rear Panel

Connect a set of audio

cables between the AUDIO

OUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO input jacks on the VCR.

Use the coaxial cable to connect between the splitter

and the ANT 1 IN (CABLE) on the TV and between the splitter and the ANT IN on the Set-Top Box.

Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

Connect an HDMI cable between the HDMI IN 2 (or

HDMI IN 1/DVI IN) jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack on the Set-Top Box.

DTV Set-Top Box Stereo VCR

TV Rear Panel

Stereo VCR

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Incoming Cable or Antenna

DTV Set-Top Box

Connecting a Digital Audio System

There are many types of digital audio systems on the market today. A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown below. For more information, see your audio system owner’s manual.

If your audio system has an optical digital audio input,

connect to the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTICAL)” jack on the TV.

NOTE

• OPTICAL: converts the electric signal into an optical light signal, and transmits it through glass fibers.

• When a Digital audio system is connected to the Digital Audio Out (Optical) terminal: Decrease the gain (volume) of the TV, and adjust the volume level with the audio system's volume control.

TV Rear Panel

Audio System

Internal Speakers

Internal

Mute Off

RF AV

S-Video

Component

HDMI

When “Internal mute” is set to “On”, Sound menus except “Multi-Track Options” cannot be adjusted.

Active

Internal

Mute On

Inactive

Audio Out (Optical, L/R Out)

Internal

Mute Off

Active

Internal

Mute On

Active

Video Output

Active

Inactive

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Connections

Connecting to an Analog Amplifier

The “AV OUT (AUDIO L/R)” terminals cannot be used for

external speakers. You must hook them up to an amplifier.

When an audio amplifier is connected to the “AV OUT (AUDIO L/R)” terminals: Decrease the gain (volume) of the TV, and adjust the volume level with the volume control on your audio amplifier.

NOTE

• If using the HDMI/DVI, PC, or Component input on the TV, the audio output signal is available only when the TV’s Internal Mute is set to on. (Refer to page 76)

TV Rear Panel

Amplifier

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Operation

Turning the TV On and Off

Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel.

Dynamic 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. Once the on-screen menu appears, use the …/†/œ/√/ENTER buttons on your remote control to select menu items and make adjustments. You can also view the on-screen menu system and make some adjustments using the TV’s front panel buttons.

Viewing the Menus

Press the MENU button. The main menu will appear

at the bottom of the screen. There are seven menu groups: “Input”, “Picture”, “Sound”, “Channel”, “Setup”, “Application”, and “Menu Map”.

Selects the input options.

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Press the œ or √ button, then press the ENTER button to select an item

you want in the menu. Press the …/†/œ/√/ENTER button to display, change, or use the selected items.

Select “Return” by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER button to return to the previous menu. Press the EXIT button to exit.

Viewing the Display

Press the INFO button on the remote control. The TV displays the current channel, the status of certain picture, sound settings and the current time. The information displayed varies according to the selected source.

Picture

Return

Mode

Size Digital NR DNIe My Color Control Film Mode

Picture

Air

No Time Information

16:9

On On

Off

√

Enter

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Navigating Menus by Using the Menu Map

Using the Menu Map of the main menu enables you to view all menus and select a function quickly. You can select any menu by using the menu map.

Press the MENU button. The main menu will appear at the bottom of the screen.

Press the œ or √ button to select “Menu Map”, then press the ENTER button. The menu map will appear.

Press the … or † button to select a menu, then press the ENTER button. The selected menu will appear.

Press the …/†/œ/√/ENTER buttons to display, change, or use the selected items.

• Red button: Displays menus in alphabetical order.

•Green button: Moves to the previous page.

•Yellow button: Moves to the next page.

• Blue button: Exits from the menu.

• ENTER button: Moves to the selected menu.

Press the EXIT button to exit.

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Operation

Selecting a Menu Language

When you start using your television for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications.

Press the MENU button. Press the œ or √ button to select

“Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

Press the … or † button to select “Language”, then press the ENTER

button.

Press the … or † button to select “English”, “Español” or “Français”,

then press the ENTER button.

Select “Return” by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER button to return to the previous menu. Press the EXIT button to exit.

Setup

Return

Language Clock Timer

Game Mode

V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency Blue Screen

†

Color Weakness

Setup

Return

Language

Clock Timer

Game Mode

V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency Blue Screen

†

Color Weakness

Setup

Return

Language

Clock Timer

Game Mode

V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency Blue Screen

†

Color Weakness

English

Medium

Setup

English

Medium

Setup

English

Español Français

Medium

Setup

Off

Enter

Off

Enter

Off

Enter

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