Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
Record your Model and Serial number here for future reference.
▪ Model _______________ ▪ Serial No. _______________
Precautions When Displaying a Still Image
A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen.
• Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention.
This image retention is also known as "screen burn".
To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
• Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center
• 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.
of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.
Playing a DVD or a game console may cause a similar effect to the screen.
Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock .............. 47
Troubleshooting: Before Contacting
Service Personnel ............................................ 47
Technical and Environmental Specications ... 48
List of Parts
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
M4 X L16
Remote Control
& Batteries
(AAA x 2)
Owner’s Instructions
Warranty card / Safety Guide / Registration Cards (Not available in all locations)
The stand and stand screw may not be included depending on the model.
Power CordCover-Bottom
Warranty cardSafety GuideRegistration Card
Stand Screw
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Installing the Stand
StandCleaning Cloth
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1. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table.
Put the stand into the hole at the bottom of the TV.
2.
3. Insert screw into the hole indicated and tighten.
The stand is installed for models with the screen size of 37 inch and above.
Installing the Wall Mount Kit
Wall mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount
the TV on the wall.
For detailed information on installing the wall mount,
see the instructions provided with the Wall Mount items.
Contact a technician for assistance when installing the
wall mounted bracket.
Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage
to the product or injury to yourself or others
if you elect to install the TV on your own.
Remove the stand and cover the bottom hole with a
cap and fasten with two screws.
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Viewing the Control Panel
(LA32R8, LA37R8, LA40R8 )
(LA40M8, LA46M8, LA52M8)
5
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.
1
SOURCE
Toggles between all the available input
sources (TV, AV.1, AV.2, S-Video, Component1,
Component2, PC, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3).In the on-screen menu, use this button as you
use the ENTER/OK button on the remote
control.
2
MENU
Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s
features.
3
+ VOL -
Press to increase or decrease the volume.
In the on-screen menu, use the + VOL -
buttons as you use the ◄ and ► buttons on
the remote control.
6
4 CH
Press to change channels.
In the on-screen menu, use the
buttons as you use the ▲ and ▼ buttons on
the remote control.
(Without the Remote Control, you can turn on
the TV by using the Channel buttons.)
5
(POWER)Press to turn the TV on and off.
Power IndicatorBlinks and turns off when the power is on and
lights up in stand-by mode.
Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on
the TV.
6
Speakers
1
2
3
4
5
Front Panel buttons
Touch the right side of
each button to operate.
6
1
2
3
4
CH
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Viewing the Connection Panel
7
4
3
6
123
0
Whenever you connect an external device to your TV, make sure that power on the unit is turned off.
When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable.
1 Connecting External A/V Devices (AV IN 1)
- Connect RCA cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder.
- Connect RCA audio cables to “R - AUDIO - L” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.
2 Connecting AUDIO
- Connect RCA audio cables to “R - AUDIO - L” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio in connectors on the Amplifier or DVD Home Theater.
9
Power Input
8
5
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3 HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3
- Supports connections between HDMI-connection-enabled AV devices (Set-Top Boxes, DVD players)
- No additional Audio connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection.
What is HDMI?
- "High Definition Multimedia interface" allows the transmission of high definition digital video
data and multiple channels of digital audio (5. 1 channels).
- The HDMI/DVI terminal supports DVI connection to an extended device with the appropriate cable
(not supplied). The difference between HDMI and DVI is that the HDMI device is smaller in size,
has the HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) coding feature installed, and supports
multi - channel digital audio.
DVI IN(HDMI 2)(AUDIO R/L)
- When connecting this product via HDMI or DVI to a Set Top Box, DVD Player or Games Console
etc, make sure that it has been set to a compatible video output mode as shown in the table
below. Failure to observe this may result in picture distortion, image breakup or no picture.
- When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, it is only possible from the HDMI 2 IN terminal. You should use the DVI-to-HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI Adapter for the connection, and the
“R - AUDIO - L” terminal on DVI for sound output.
Supported modes for HDMI/DVI and Component
LA32R8, LA37R8, LA40R8 Models
480i480p576i576p720p1080i
HDMI/DVI 50HzXXXOOO
HDMI/DVI 60Hz
Component
XOXXOO
OOOOOO
LA40M8, LA46M8, LA52M8 Models
480i480p576i576p720p1080i1080p
HDMI/DVI 50HzXXXOOOO
HDMI/DVI 60Hz
The external devices that support lower versioned HDMI mode may not implement sound output
Component
for the TV with the latest HDMI version (HDMI 1.3).
(HDMI 2) "R - AUDIO - L" on the back panel of the TV.
Part of lower versioned HDMI cables may cause annoying flickers or no screen display.
In this case use the cable that supports the latest HDMI version (HDMI 1.3).
XOXXOOO
OOOOOOO
In this case, connect to HDMI IN 2 and DVI IN
4 Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the set from one of the following
sources:
- An outdoor aerial / A cable television network / A satellite network
6 Connecting External A/V Devices
- Connect RCA or S-VIDEO cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or
Camcorder.
- Connect RCA audio cables to "R - AUDIO - L" on the rear of your set and the other ends to corre
sponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.
- Headphone may be connected to the headphone output (5) on the rear of your set. While the
head phone is connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.
7Connecting Computer
- Connect the D- Sub cable (optional) to "PC (PC IN)" on the rear of your set and the other end to
the Video Card of your computer.
- Connect the stereo audio cable (optional) to "AUDIO (PC IN)" on the rear of your set and the other
end to "Audio Out" of the sound card on your computer.
8SERVICE
- Service connection for qualified service engineer.
- Auto Wall-Mount (Refer to page 46)
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9Connecting Component Devices (DVD)
- Connect component video cables (optional) to component connector ("PR", "PB", "Y") on the rear of
your set and the other ends to corresponding component video out connectors on the DVD.
- If you wish to connect both the Set-Top Box and (or DVD), you should connect the Set-Top Box to
the (or DVD) and connect the (or DVD) to component connector ("PR", "PB", "Y") on your set.
- The PR, PB and Y connectors on your component devices (DVD) are sometimes labeled Y, B-Y and
R-Y or Y, Cb and Cr.
- Connect RCA audio cables (optional) to "R - AUDIO - L" on the rear of your set and the other ends to
corresponding audio out connectors on the DVD.
- This LCD TV displays its optimum picture resolution in 720p mode.
- This LCD TV displays its maximum picture resolution in 1080i mode.
0 Kensington Lock
- The Kensington lock (optional) is a device used to physically fix the system when used in a public
place.
- If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV.
- The place of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.
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Viewing the Remote Control
1 Selects a target device to be
controlled by the Samsung
remote control (TV, DVD,
STB, CABLE, VCR)
(Refer to page 36~38)
2 Television Standby button
3 Number buttons for direct
channel access
4
One/Two-digit channel
selection
5 It display "Channel List"
on the screen.
6 Selects the TV mode directly
7 VCR/DVD Functions
Rewind, Stop, Play/Pause,
Fast/Forward
8 Volume increase
Volume decrease
9 Temporary sound switch-off
0 Menu display and
change confirmation
! Returns to the previous
menu.
# Sound effect selection
$ SRS TS XT selection
%
Adjusts 5 separate devices
- TV, DVD, STB, CABLE, or
VCR
.
^ When pressing this button, a
number of buttons on the
remote control (e.g. Selects
a target device, volume,
channel and MUTE buttons)
light up for a few seconds
and then turn off to save
power. This function is to
conveniently use the
remote control at night or
when dark.
& Available source selection
* Previous channel
( Automatic Power-off
) Records for Live
Broadcasting
(Anynet+ function only)
(Refer to page 43)
a P : Next channel
P : Previous channel
b Exit the OSD
c Control the cursor in the
menu
d Use to see information on
the current broadcast
e Runs the Anynet view
functions and sets up Anynet
devices. .
f Picture size selection
g PIP:Picture-In-Picture On / Off
SOURCE: Input source
selection
POSITION: PIP position
selection
P : Next channel
P : Previous channel
h When your remote does not
work, change the batteries
and press the "RESET"
button for 2-3 seconds before
use.
Teletext Functions
8 Exit from the teletext display
0 Teletext index
@ Alternately select Teletext,
Double, or Mix.
& Teletext mode selection
(LIST/FLOF)
( Teletext sub page
b P : Teletext next page
P : Teletext previous page
c Teletext cancel
d Teletext reveal
f Fastext topic selection
g
Teletext Hold
PIP:
g
SOURCE:
g
POSITION:
selection
Teletext Store
Teletext
size
The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.
This is a special remote control for the visually impaired, and has Braille points on the Power,
Channel, STOP, PALY/PAUSE and Volume buttons.
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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.
Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won’t be
using the remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used
up to about 23 feet from the TV.
(Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.)
If the remote control doesn’t work, check the following:
1. Is the TV power on?
2. Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed?
3. Are the batteries drained?
4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged?
5. Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby?
Switching On and Off
The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set.
1. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.
The standby indicator lights up on the front of the set.
2. Press the
You also can press the POWER button or the TV button on the remote control to turn
the TV on.
The programme that you were watching last is reselected automatically.
3.Press the numeric button (0~9) or channel up/down ( / ) button on the remote control or
CH When you switch the set on for the very first time, you will be asked to choose language in
which the menus are to be displayed.
4. To switch your set off, press the POWER
button on the front of the set.
button on the right side of the set.
button again.
Placing Your Television in Standby Mode
Your set can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. The standby
mode can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example).
1. Press the POWER
The screen is turned off and a red standby indicator appears on the front of your set.
2. To switch your set back on, simply press the POWER
channel up/down ( / ) button again.
Do not leave your set in standby mode for long periods of time
(when you are away on holiday, for example).
It is best to unplug the set from the mains and aerial.
button on the remote control.
, numeric buttons (0~9), TV button or
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Plug & Play
When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings
proceed automatically and subsequently. The following
settings are available.
1. Press the POWER
button on the remote control.
The message "Start Plug & Play" is displayed with "OK" selected.
2. Select the appropriate language by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button.
Plug & Play
Start Plug & Play.
OK
Enter Exit
Press the ENTER/OK button to confirm your choice.
3.
Press the ◄ or ► buttons to select “Shop” or “Home”, then the ENTER/OK button. We recommend setting the TV to Home mode for the best picture in your home envronment.
Shop mode is only intended for use in retail environments.
If the unit is accidentally set to Shop mode and you want to return to Dynamic (Home) mode,
press the Volume button and then hold down the MENU button for five seconds on the side
panel of the TV.
4. The message "Check antenna input." is displayed with "OK" selected.
Press the ENTER/OK button.
Please check that the antenna cable is connected correctly.
5. Select the appropriate country by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button.Press the ENTER/OK button to confirm your choice.
6.
The "Auto Store" menu is displayed with the "Start" selected. Press the
ENTER/OK
button.
The channel search will start and end automatically.
After all the available channels are stored, the "Clock Set" menu appears.
Press the ENTER/OK button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.
7. Press the ENTER/OK button.
Select the "Month" , "Day" , "Year", "Hour", "Minute", or "am/pm" by pressing the ◄ or ► button..
Set the "Month" , "Day" , "Year", "Hour", "Minute" or, "am/pm" by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button.
You can also set the hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.
When you have finished, press the ENTER button
The message “Enjoy your viewing.” is displayed.
8. Press the ENTER/OK button to confirm your setting.
Language
: Select your language.
Area : Select your country.
Auto Store
Clock Set
: Automatically scans for and stores channels available in the local area.
: Sets the current time for the TV clock.
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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.
2. Press the ENTER/OK
button again, to select "Plug & Play".
3. The message to "Start Plug & Play" is displayed.
(On page 9)
TV
Plug & Play
Language : English
Time
Game Mode : Off
Blue Screen : Off
Melody : Off
PC
Home Theatre PC
sMore
: Off
Move Enter Return
Plug & Play
Start Plug & Play.
OK
Enter Return
Setup
- Storing Channels Automatically
- Storing Channels Manually
TV
Area :
Auto Store
Manual Store
Channel Manager
Sort
Name
Fine Tune
Channel
Asia/W.Europe
Move Enter Return
Storing Channels Automatically
You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability depends on your country).
Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme
numbers. However, you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do not wish to watch.
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button.
2. Press the ENTER/OK
3. Select the appropriate areaby pressing the ▲ or ▼ button.
Press the ENTER/OK button to confirm your choice.
4. Press the
▲
5. Press the ENTER/OK
The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.
Press the ENTER/OK button at any time to interrupt the memorization process and return to the
"Channel" menu.
6. After all the available channels are stored, the "Sort" menu appears.
button to select “Area”.
or ▼ button to select “Auto Store" then press the ENTER/OK button.
button.
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Storing Channels Manually
You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable networks.
When storing channels manually, you can choose:
Whether or not to store each of the channels found.
The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify.
1. Press the MENU
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button.
2. Press the
3. Press the ENTER/OK button to select "Programme".
4. To assign a programme number to a channel, find the correct number by pressing the
button and then press the ENTER/OK button.
You can also set a programme number by pressing number buttons on the remote control.
5. Press the
6. Select the colour standard required by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button then, press the ENTER/OK
button.
7. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound System", then press the ENTER/OK button.
8. Select the sound standard required by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER/OK
button.
If there is an abnormal sound or no sound, re-select the sound system required.
9. If you know the number of the channel to be stored, press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel". Press the ENTER/OK button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the ▲ or ▼
button. Press the ► button to select channel.
Select the required number by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button and then press the ENTER/OK button.
Channel mode: P (Programme mode), C (Air channel mode), S (Cable channel mode)
You can also set a channel number by pressing number buttons on the remote control.
10. If you do not know the channel numbers, press the
Press the ENTER/OK button. Search by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button and then press the
ENTER/OK button.
11. Press the
12. Repeat steps
button to display the menu.
▲
or ▼ button to select "Manual Store", then press the ENTER/OK button.
▲
or ▼ button to select "Colour System", then press the ENTER/OK button.
▲
or ▼ button to select "Search".
▲
or ▼ button to select "Store". Press the ENTER/OK button to select "OK".
3 to 11 for each channel to be stored.
▲
or ▼
Programme: Selects a program number for the channel.
Colour System: Sets the colour supporting system.
Sound System: Sets the sound supporting system.
Channel: Selects a channel.
Search: Scans for the frequency value for the channel.
Store: Saves your settings.
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Setting the Channel Lists
Set the channels according to your preference.
You can easily delete, add, or lock the channel you want.
1. Press the MENU
button to display the menu.
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the
ENTER/OK button.
▲
2. Press the
or ▼ button to select "Channel Manager",
then press the ENTER/OK button.
3. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Channel List".
4. Press the
5. Press the
►
button to select "" line.
▲
or ▼ button to select the undesired channel,
then press the ENTER/OK button to cancel.
6. Repeat steps 5 for each channel to be selected or canceled
7. Press the EXIT button to exit.
" " is active when "Child Lock" is selected to "On".
You can select these options by simply pressing the CH LIST
button on the remote control.
Activating the Child Lock
This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such
as children, from watching unsuitable programmes by muting
out video and audio.
Child Lock cannot be released using the buttons on the side.
Only the remote control can release the Child Lock setting,
so keep the remote control away from children.
1. Press the MENU
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the
ENTER/OK button.
2. Press the
then press the ENTER/OK button.
3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Child Lock", then press the ENTER/OK button.
4. Press the
ENTER/OK button.
5. Press the
then press the ENTER/OK button.
6. Press the ► button to select " " line.
7. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the channels you want to
lock, then press the ENTER/OK button.
8. Repeat steps 7 for each channel to be locked or unlocked.
9. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Select "On" or "Off" in "Child Lock" to easily turn the channels
which selected on " " to be active or inactive.
button to display the menu.
▲
or ▼ button to select "Channel Manager",
▲
or ▼ button to select "On" or "Off". Press the
▲
or ▼ button to select "Channel List",
Channel List
P 1 C3
Prog.
0 C--
1 C3
2 BBC 1
3 C74
4 C75
5 C76
6 S3
7 S4
8 S6
9 S7
Add Lock
Move Enter
Page Return
TV
Channel List
Child Lock :
Move Enter Return
Channel List
P 2 C4 BBC1
Prog.
0 C--
1 C3
2 BBC 1
3 C74
4 C75
5 C76
6 S3
7 S4
8 S6
9 S7
Add Lock
Move Enter
Page Return
1 / 10
Channel Manager
Off
On
1 / 10
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Sorting the Stored Channels
You can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to:
Modify the numeric order in which the channels have been automatically stored.
Give easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch most often.
Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼
1.
button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sort", then press the
ENTER/OK button.
3. Select the channel number that you wish to change by press ing the ▲ or ▼ button repeatedly. Press the ENTER/OK
button.
The selected channel number and name are moved to
right side.
4. Press the
▲
or ▼ button to move to the position in which you
would like to change and then press the ENTER/OK button.
The selected channel is exchanged with the one
previously stored to the chosen number.
5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 for another channel to be sorted.
6. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Assigning Channels Names
Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel
information is broadcast. These names can be changed,
allowing you to assign new names.
1. Press the MENU
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the
ENTER/OK button.
2. Press the
ENTER/OK button.
3. If necessary, select the channel to be assigned to a new
name by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. Press the ENTER/OKbutton.
The selection bar is displayed around the name box.
4.
To...
Select a letter, number or symbol
Move on the next letter
Move back the previous letter
Confirm the name
The characters available are : Letters of the alphabet
(A~Z) / Numbers (0~9) / Special characters ( -, space)
5. Repeat steps
name.
6. Press the EXIT button to exit.
button to display the menu.
▲
or ▼ button to select "Name", then press the
Then...
Press the ▲ or ▼ button
Press the ► button
Press the ◄ button
Press the ENTER/OK button
3 to 4 for each channel to be assigned to a new
TV
Area :
Auto Store
Manual Store
Channel Manager
Sort
Name
Fine Tune
Move Enter Return
TV
Prog. Ch. Name
r
0
C--
1 C23
2 C16
3 C3
4 S1
r
Move Enter Return
TV
Area :
Auto Store
Manual Store
Channel Manager
Sort
Name
Fine Tune
Move Enter Return
TV
Prog. Ch. Name
r
0 C-- -----
1 C23 -----
2 C16 ----3 C3 ----4 S1 -----
r
Move Enter Return
Channel
Asia/W.Europe
Sort
Channel
Asia/W.Europe
Name
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Fine Tuning Channel Reception
Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for
optimal reception.
1. Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that
you want to fine tune.
2. Press the MENU
button to display the menu.
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the
ENTER/OK button.
3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Fine Tune", then press the ENTER/OK button.
◄
4. Press the
Press the ENTER/OK button.
5. Press the EXIT
or ► button to adjust the fine tuning.
button to exit.
Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked with
an asterisk "*" on the right-hand side of the channel number
in the channel banner. And the channel number turns red.
To reset the fine-tuning, select "Reset" by pressing the
▲ or ▼ button and then press the ENTER/OK button.
Changing the Picture Standard
You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to
your viewing requirements.
1. Press the MENU
Press the ENTER/OK button to select "Picture".
2. Press the ENTER/OK
3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired picture effect.
Press the ENTER/OK button.
4. Press the EXIT
Dynamic: Selects the picture for high-definition in a bright
room.
Standard: Selects the picture for optimum display in a
normal environment.
Movie: Selects the picture for comfortable display in a
dark room.
The Picture mode must be adjusted separately for each input
source.
You can return to the factory defaults picture settings by
selecting the "Reset".
(Refer to "Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory
Defaults" on page 19)
button to display the menu.
button again, to select "Mode".
button to exit.
TV
Area :
Auto Store
Manual Store
Channel Manager
Sort
Name
Fine Tune