Samsung LN32C450, H8-329 User Manual

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Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing

See the warranty card for more information on warranty terms.

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Wide screen format LCD Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full­motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model
offers this feature and the images are constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the dark sidebars on
nonexpanded standard format television video and programming, should be limited to no more than 5% of the total television viewing per week.
Additionally, viewing other stationary images and text such as stock market reports, video game displays, station logos, web sites or computer
graphics and patterns, should be limited as described above for all televisions. Displaying stationary images that exceed the above guidelines
can cause uneven aging of LCD Displays that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the LCD picture. To avoid this, vary the
programming and images, and primarily display full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars. On LCD models that offer picture
sizing features, use these controls to view different formats as a full screen picture.
Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven LCD aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as
burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung limited warranty.

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICAN LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT•

Subject to the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations of the original Limited Warranty supplied with Samsung Electronics
(SAMSUNG) products, and the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations contained herein, SAMSUNG will additionally provide
Warranty Repair Service in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG products
purchased in the United States, for the warranty period originally specified, and to the Original Purchaser only.

The above described warranty repairs must be performed by a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center. Along with this Statement, the Original
Limited Warranty Statement and a dated Bill of Sale as Proof of Purchase must be presented to the Service Center. Transportation to and
from the Service Center is the responsibility of the purchaser. Conditions covered are limited only to manufacturing defects in material or
workmanship, and only those encountered in normal use of the product.

Excluded, but not limited to, are any originally specified provisions for, in-home or on-site services, minimum or maximum repair times,
exchanges or replacements, accessories, options, upgrades, or consumables.

For the location of a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center, please call toll-free:

In the United States : 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) –

In Canada : 1-800-SAMSUNG –

Still image warning

Avoid displaying still images (such as jpeg picture files) or still image elements (such as TV channel logos, panorama or 4:3 image format, stock
or news bars at screen bottom etc.) on the screen. Constant displaying of still pictures can cause ghosting of LCD screen, which will affect image
quality. To reduce risk of this effect, please follow below recommendations:

Avoid displaying the same TV channel for long periods.•

Always try to display any image on full screen, use TV set picture format menu for best possible match.•

Reduce brightness and contrast values to minimum required to achieve desired picture quality, exceeded values may speed up the burnout •
process.

Frequently use all TV features designed to reduce image retention and screen burnout, refer to proper user manual section for details.•

Securing the Installation Space

Keep the required distances between the product and other objects (e.g. walls) to ensure proper ventilation.
Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with the product due to an increase in the internal temperature of the product.

When using a stand or wall-mount, use parts provided by Samsung Electronics only.

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If you use parts provided by another manufacturer, it may result in a problem with the product or an injury due to the product falling.

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The appearance may differ depending on the product.

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Installation with a stand. Installation with a wall-mount.

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Contents

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POWER

P. M O D E

S . M O D E

SLE EP

Getting Started

List of Features y ......................................................... 4

Accessories y .............................................................. 4

Installing the LCD TV Stand y ...................................... 4

Viewing the Control Panel y ......................................... 5

Viewing the Remote Control y ...................................... 6

Connecting to an Antenna y ........................................ 7

Plug & Play (Initial Setup) y ........................................... 7

Connections

Connecting to an AV Device y ......................................8

Connecting to an Audio Device y ................................. 9

Connecting to a PC y .................................................. 9

Changing the Input source y ...................................... 10

Basic Features

How to Navigate Menus y .......................................... 11

Channel Menu y ........................................................ 11

Seeing Channels 11
Using Favorite Channels 12
Memorizing channels 12
Editing channels 12
Other Features 12

Picture Menu y .......................................................... 13

Changing the Preset Picture Mode 13
Adjusting picture settings 13
Economical Solutions 14
Setting up the TV with your PC 14
Changing the Picture Options 14

Sound Menu y ........................................................... 16

Changing the Preset Sound Mode 16
Adjusting sound settings 16
Sound Settings 16

Setup Menu y ............................................................ 17

Setting the Time 17
Using the Sleep Timer 17
Setting the On/Off Time 17
Locking Programs 18
Other Features 19
Picture In Picture (PIP) 20

Support Menu y ......................................................... 21

Advanced Features

Media Play y .............................................................. 22

Connecting a USB Device 22
Screen Display 23
Playing Multiple Files 26
Media Play - Additional Functions 26

Anynet+ y ................................................................. 28

Setting Up Anynet+ 29
Switching between Anynet+ Devices 29
Recording 29
Listening through a Receiver 30
Troubleshooting for Anynet+ 30

Other Information

Installing the Wall Mount y .........................................31

Securing the TV to the Wall (LN32C450 Only) y .........32

Securing the TV to the Wall y ..................................... 33

Anti-theft Kensington Lock y ...................................... 33

Troubleshooting y ......................................................34

Specifications y ......................................................... 37

License 37

Dimensions y ............................................................. 38

Index y ...................................................................... 39

Check the Symbol!

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This function can be used by pressing the

TOOLS button on the remote control.

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Note :

Important information

O

Step by step guide :

Informs you how to access

the menu.

Getting Started

List of Features

Excellent Digital Interface & Networking: With a built-in HD digital tuner, nonsubscription HD broadcasts can be viewed y
without a cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.

Media Play y : Allows you to play music files, pictures, and movies saved on a USB device. (P. 22)
Self Diagnosis y : You can check picture and sound operation. (P. 21)

Accessories

Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

✎

The items' colors and shapes may vary depending on the models.

✎

Remote Control (BN59-00997A) & Batteries (AAA x 2) y
Owner’s Instructions y
Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide y

Installing the LCD TV Stand

Components

When installing the stand, use the provided components and parts.

A B

1 EA

Stand y Screws y

1

2

Cleaning Cloth (BN63-01798B) y
Power Cord y

3 EA (M4 X L16)

Front

B

A

Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the Stand and Guide Stand when assembling them.

✎

Make sure that at least two persons lift and move the LCD T V.

✎

Lay the product down, with the screen facing up and fasten the screws.

✎

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01 Getting Started

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Viewing the Control Panel

The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

✎

Speakers

Power IndicatorRemote control sensor

P

(Power)

Remote control sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

SOURCE

MENU Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display), of your TV’s features.

y

z

Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode.

Standby mode

Do not leave your TV in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on a holiday, for example). A small amount
of electric power is still consumed even when the power button is turned off. It is best to unplug the power cord.

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Turns the TV on or off.

Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this
button as you would use the ENTERE button on the remote control.

Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the
◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the
▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

y

z

buttons as you would use the

buttons as you would use the

Getting Started

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Viewing the Remote Control

This is a special remote control for the visually impaired persons and has Braille points on the Power, Channel,

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Volume buttons.

Turns the TV on and off.

Press to directly access to channels.

Press to select additional channels

(digital) being broadcast by the same

station. For example, to select channel

‘54-3’, press ‘54’, then press '-' and ‘3’.

Adjusts the volume.

Displays the channel list on the screen. (P. 11)

View the Media Play. (P. 22)

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Select on-screen menu items and

Buttons used in the Channel list,

Use these buttons in the Media Play and

(: Controls recording on Samsung

recorders with the Anynet+ feature)

change menu values.

Return to the previous menu.

Media Play menu, etc.

Anynet+ modes.

Display and select the available video
sources. (P. 10)

Return to the previous channel.

Cut off the sound temporarily.

Change channels.

Displays the main on-screen menu.

Displays Favorite Channel Lists on the
screen. (P. 12)

Press to display information on the TV
screen.

Exit the menu.

S.MODE: Selects the sound mode.

(P. 16)

SLEEP: Automatically shuts off the TV at

a preset time. (P. 17)

MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono or

Separate Audio Program (SAP
broadcast). (P. 16)

P.MODE: Selects picture mode. (P. 13)
P.SIZE: Choose the picture size. (P. 15)
CC: Controls the caption decoder. (P. 19)

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

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NOTE

✎

Use the remote control within 23 feet from the TV.

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Bright light may affect the performance of the remote

x

control. Avoid use when nearby fluorescent lights or neon
signs.

The color and shape may vary depending on the model.

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Connecting to an Antenna

P

POWER

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.

Connecting the power cord and antenna.

✎

VHF/UHF Antenna

or

Power Input

Plug & Play (Initial Setup)

When the TV is initially powered on, a sequence of on-screen prompts will assist in configuring basic settings. Press the

POWERP button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input source is set to TV.

To return to the previous step, press the red button.

✎

Selecting a language

1

Selecting Store Demo

2

or Home Use

Selecting an antenna

3

Selecting a channel The channel search will start automatically.

4

Setting the Clock

5

Mode

Viewing the HD

6

Connection Guide
Enjoy your TV.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTERE button.
Select the desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.

Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTERE button.

Select the y Home Use mode. Store Demo Mode is for retail
environments.

To return the unit’s settings from y Store Demo to Home Use
(standard): Press the volume button on the TV. When you see the
volume in the OSD, press and hold MENU for 5 sec.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTERE button. Select Air, Cable or Auto.

In ✎Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among STD, HRC, and IRC
by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTERE button.

For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Program. (P.12)

Press the ✎ENTERE button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.

If you select the ✎Auto, set the daylight saving time.
Select the time zone where you live.

The connection method for the best HD screen quality is displayed.

Press the ENTERE button.

Cable

ANT OUT

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If You Want to Reset This Feature...

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→ Setup → Plug & Play → ENTERE.

Setup

Plug & Play

Time

Menu Language : English

Caption : On

Security

General

PIP : Off

Connections

R-AUDIO-L

P

R PB Y

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BGRRWY

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WY

W Y

BGR

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R

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BGRR

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R PB Y

R-AUDIO-L

P

R PB Y

R-AUDIO-L

P

R PB Y

Connecting to an AV Device

Using an HDMI / DVI Cable: HD connection (up to 1080p)

We recommend using the HDMI connection for the best quality HD picture.
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD satellite receiver (STB).

BD/DVD player/

HD cable/sat box

Red White

HDMI OUT

HDMI IN 1(DVI) ✎, 2, 3 / PC/DVI AUDIO IN

When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the xHDMI IN 1(DVI) jack for video. A DVD, Blu-ray
player, HD cable box, HD STB satellite receiver, cable box, or STB satellite receiver may require a DVI-HDMI (DVI
to HDMI) cable or DVI-HDMI (DVI to HDMI) adapter. The PC/DVI AUDIO IN jack is required for audio.

The picture may not display normally (if at all) or the audio may not work if an external device that uses an older

x

version of HDMI mode is connected to the TV. If such a problem occurs, ask the manufacturer of the external
device about the HDMI version and, if out of date, request an upgrade.

Be sure to purchase a certified HDMI cable. Otherwise, the picture may not display or a connection error may

x

occur.

Using a Component Cable: (up to 1080p), Using an Audio/Video Cable: (480i only)

Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, cable box, STB satellite receiver, VCR

Device

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

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VIDEO OUT

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AUDIO OUT

When connecting to ✎AV IN, the color
of the AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack (Green)
does not match the color of the
video cable (Yellow).

For better picture quality, the

✎

Component connection is
recommended over the A/ V
connection.

VCR

AUDIO OUT

COMPONENT OUT

Blu-ray player

Yellow Red White Red Blue Green

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02 Connections

Connecting to an Audio Device

W W

BGRR

R-AUDIO-L

P

R PB Y

Using an Optical (Digital) or Audio (Analog) Cable Connection

Available devices: Digital Audio System, Amplifier, Home Theater

Red White

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

✎

When a Digital Audio System is connected to the xDIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack, decrease the volume
of both the TV and the system.

5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.

x

When the receiver (home theater) is set to on, you can hear sound output from the TV’s optical jack. When the

x

TV is receiving a DTV signal, the TV will send 5.1 CH sound to the home theater receiver. When the source is
a digital component such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver and is
connected to the TV via HDMI, only 2 CH audio will be heard from the home theater receiver. If you want to
hear 5.1 CH audio, connect the digital audio out jack from your DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB satellite
receiver directly to an amplifier or home theater.

AUDIO OUT ✎: Connects to the audio input jacks on your amplifier/home theater.

When connecting, use the appropriate connector (sold separately).

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When an audio amplifier is connected to the xAUDIO OUT jacks: Decrease the volume of the T V and adjust the
volume level with the amplifier’s volume control.

AUDIO IN

Digital audio system

OPTICAL

DVD

Home Theater

Using an HDMI/DVI Cable / a D-sub Cable

Connecting to a PC

AUDIO OUT

DVI OUT

PC OUT

AUDIO OUT

Connections

Display Modes (D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input)

Optimal resolution is 1360x768@60Hz.

Mode Resolution

IBM

MAC

VESA DMT

VESA CVT

VESA GTF 1280 x 720 52.500 70.000 89.040 - / +

NOTE

✎✎

For HDMI/DVI cable connection x, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack.

The interlace mode is not supported.

x

The set might operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.

x

Separate and Composite modes x are supported. SOG(Sync On Green) is not supported.

EX-LINK

640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 + / ­720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 - / +
640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240 - / ­832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 - / -

640 x 480

800 x 600

1024 x 768

1280 x 720 45.000 60.000 74.250 + / +
1360 x 768 47.712 60.015 85.500 + / +

720 x 576 35.910 59.950 32.750 - / +

1280 x 720 56.456 74.777 95.750 - / +

Horizontal Frequency

(kHz)

31.469 59.940 25.175 - / -

37.861 72.809 31.500 - / -

37.500 75.000 31.500 - / -

37.879 60.317 40.000 + / +

48.077 72.188 50.000 + / +

46.875 75.000 49.500 + / +

48.363 60.004 65.000 - / -

56.476 70.069 75.000 - / -

60.023 75.029 78.750 + / +

Vertical Frequency (Hz)

Pixel Clock Frequency

(MHz)

Sync Polarity (H/V)

Connector for service only.

Input Cables (Sold Separately)

HDMI HDMI-DVI Component Composite (AV) Coaxial (RF) VGA

Changing the Input source

Source List

MENU

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Use to select TV or an external input sources
such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box /
STB satellite receiver.

TV / AV / Component1 / Component2 ■
/ PC / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2 / HDMI3
/ USB

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→ Input → Source List → ENTER

You can only choose external

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devices that are connected to the TV. In the

Source List, connected inputs will be highlighted.

PC ✎ always stay activated.

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Edit Name

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VCR / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PVR STB / ■
AV Receiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC / DVI
Devices / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DMA: Name

the device connected to the input jacks to make your
input source selection easier.

→ Input → Edit Name → ENTER

When connecting an HDMI/DVI cable to the

✎

HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, you should set to DVI PC or

DVI Devices mode under Edit Name.

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Basic Features

How to Navigate Menus

Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how
to navigate the menu in order to select and adjust different
functions.

Channel Menu

03 Basic Features

Seeing Channels ¦

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2

3

1 MENU button: Display the main on-screen menu.
2 ENTERE / Direction button: Move the cursor and

select an item. Confirm the setting.

3 RETURN button: Return to the previous menu.
4 EXIT button: Exit the on-screen menu.

How to operate the OSD (On Screen Display)

The access step may differ depending on the selected menu.

The main menu options appear the

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2
3

4

5

6
7

MENU m

▲ / ▼

ENTER E

▲ / ▼

◄ / ►

ENTER E

EXIT e

screen.

Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup,
Input, Application, Support.

Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼
button.

Press ENTERE to access the
sub-menu.

Select the desired submenu with the
▲ or ▼ button.

Adjust the value of a particular
item with the ◄ or ► button.
The adjustment OSD may differ
depending on the selected menu.

Press ENTERE to confirm the
selection.

Press EXIT to exit.

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Channel List

MENU

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Add, delete or set Favorite channels and use
the program guide for digital broadcasts.

Select a channel in the All Channels, Added
Channels, Favorite or Programmed screen
by pressing the ▲ / ▼ buttons, and pressing
the ENTERE button. Then you can watch
the selected channel.

Added Channels

Air A Antenna B Zoom C Select Page T Tools

■ All Channels: Shows all currently available

channels.

■ Added Channels: Shows all added channels.

*

■ Favorite: Shows all favorite channels.

■ Programmed: Shows all currently reserved

programs.

Using the color buttons with the ✎Channel List

x
x

number.

x

Select desired channels and press the Yellow button
to set all the selected channels at the same time. The

c

x

T x (To o ls): Displays the Channel List option menu.

(The Options menus may differ depending on the
situation.)

Channel Status Display Icons

→ Channel → Channel List → ENTER

6 Air

6-1 ♥ TV #6

7 Air

8 Air
9 Air

9-1 ♥ TV #9

10 Air

10-1 ♥ TV #10
11-1 ♥ TV #11

Red (Antenna): Switches to Air or Cable.

Green (Zoom): Enlarges or shrinks a channel

Yellow (Select): Selects multiple channel lists.

mark appears to the left of the selected channels.

(Page): Move to next or previous page.

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Icons Operations

A channel selected.

c

A channel set as a Favorite.

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A reserved Program.

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A program currently being broadcast.

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Using Favorite Channels ¦

MENU

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Add to Favorite / Delete from Favorite

Set channels you watch frequently as
Favorites.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS

button.

2. Add or delete a channel using the Add to
Favorite or Delete from Favorite menu

respectively.

Added Channels

Air A Antenna B Zoom C Select Page T Tools

→ Channel → Channel List → ENTER

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6 Air

6-1 ♥ TV #6

7 Air

8 Air
9 Air

9-1 ♥ TV #9

10 Air

10-1 ♥ TV #10
11-1 ♥ TV #11

Delete
Add to Favorite

Timer Viewing

Channel Name Edit
Select All

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Memorizing channels ¦

MENU

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Antenna (Air / Cable)

Before your television can begin memorizing the available
channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is
connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system).

→ Channel → ENTER

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How to Stop Auto Programming

1. Press the ENTERE button.

2. A message will ask Stop Auto Program? Select Yes by

pressing the ◄ or ► button.

3. Press the ENTERE button.

Editing channels ¦

MENU

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Channel Name Edit

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Edit the channel name using the Channel Name Edit

menu.

Channel Name Edit ■ (analog channels only): Assign your
own channel name.

→ Channel → Channel List → ENTER

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Other Features ¦

MENU

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→ Channel → ENTER

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Clear Scrambled Channel

This function is used to filter out scrambled channels after
Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to
20~30 minutes.

How to Stop Searching Scrambled Channels

1. Press the ENTERE button to select Stop.

2. Press the ◄ button to select Yes .

3. Press the ENTERE button.

This function is only available in ✎Cable mode.

Channel List

Auto Program

Air ■ : Air antenna signal.

Cable ■ : Cable antenna signal.

Auto ■ : Air and Cable antenna.

NOTE ✎

When selecting the Cable T V system: Selects the

x

cable system. STD, HRC and IRC identif y various
types of cable T V systems. Contact your local cable
company to identify the type of cable system that
exists in your particular area. At this point, the signal
source has been selected.

After all the available channels are stored, it starts

x

to remove scrambled channels. The Auto program
menu then reappears.

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Channel List Option Menu

Set each channel using the Channel List menu options (Add/
Delete, Timer Viewing, Select All/ Deselect All). Option

menu items may differ depending on the channel status.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Select a function and change its settings.

Add / Delete ■ : Delete or add a channel to display the

channels you want.

→ Channel → Channel List → ENTER

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NOTE

✎

All deleted channels will be shown on the xAll
Channels menu.

A gray-colored channel indicates the channel

x

has been deleted.

The xAdd menu only appears for deleted
channels.

Delete a channel from the xAdded Channels or
Favorite menu in the same manner.

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