Samsung LTM1775W, LTM1575W Owner’s Manual

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..............-Owner's

Instructions

l Warninq ! Important

Safety Instructions

CAUTION

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of

This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside, It is

this product.

This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning
operation and maintenance has been included with this producL

Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of

Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the

grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Caution: FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized ehanges or modillca
tlons to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

Caution: To prevent etectric shoek, match the wide Made of plug to the wide slot,

and fully insert the plug.

Attention: pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame le ptus large de la
fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousserjusqu'au fond.

Important: One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of

copyrighted TV programs is an infringement of U.S. copyright laws.
Certain Canadian programs may also be copyrighted and any unauthorized

recording in whole or in part may be in violation of these rights.

To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock
hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

Thank You for Choosing Samsung

Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung TV represents the latest in television
technology, We designed it with easy to use on screen menus and closed captioning capabili
ties, makhlg it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offbr you a product that
will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment fur years to come.

Important Safety Information

Always be careful when using your TV receiver. '1"oreduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,
and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and

maintaining your machine.

• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating your T_

• Keep the safety and operating instructions for future ieference.

• Heed all warnings on the TV i-eceiver and in the operating instructions.

• Follow all operating and use instructions.

• Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet befure cleaning. Use a damp cloth; do not use

liquid or aerosol cleaners.

• Never add any attachments and/or equipment without approval of the manufacturer. Such
additions can inci-ease the risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury,

• Do not use the TV receiver where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility, such as
near bath tubs, sinks, washing machines, swimming pools, etc.

• Do not place the TV on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table where it can fail. A falling TV can cause serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with

a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manu
facturer or sold with the TV_ Follow the manufacturer[ instruc

tions when mounting the unit, and use a mounting accessory rec
ommended by the manufacturer. Move the TV and cart with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces can make the
unit and cart unsteady and likely to overturn.

• Provide ventilation fur the TV receiver. The unitis designed with
slots in the cabinet for ventilation to pi-otect it from overheating. Do not block these openings
with any object, and do not place the TV receiver on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar sur

face. Do not place it near a radiator or beat i-egister. If you place the TV receiver on a rack or
bookcase, ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you've followed the manufactur
er_ instructions fur mounting.

• Operate your TV receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer

orlocal power company

• Use only a grounded or polarized outlet. For your safety, this TV is equipped with a polarized
alternating current line plug having one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the

power outlet only one way If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet.

SAFFIY 1

• 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 TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a
lightning storm or when left unattended and unused fur long periods of thne. This will pre

vent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges.

Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fail into such

power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, be extremely careflnl to
keep from touching the power lines or circuits. Contact with such lines can be fatal.

• Do not overload the wall outlet or extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric

shock.

• Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous
voltage points or damage parts. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV[

Ground outdoor antennas. If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the TV, be sure the

antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built up

static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical

EXAMPLEOF

ANTENNA GROUNDING

Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70 1984, provides information

about proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna

discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding

electrodes, and requirements for the grounding elec
trode.

• Do not attempt to service the TV yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under

the following conditions:

when the power supply cord or plug is damaged
if"liquid has been spilled on the unit or if' objects have fallen into the unit

if"the TV has been exposed to rain or water
if the TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions

if the TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
when the TV exhibits a distinct change in performance

• If you make adjustments yourself, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operat
ing hlstructions. Adjusting other controls may result in damage and wfl[ often require exten

sive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV to normal.

• When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in additional damage to the unit.

• Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV] ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the TV is in a safe operating condition.

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.

2 s_Hn This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance

with § 15.119 of the FCC rules.

1) Read these hlstructions.

[_ OUBLE INSULATED When servidng

Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.

use only identical replacement parts.

4) Follow aI[ hlstruetions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings, Install hi accordance with the manufacturerh
instructions.

Do not insta[] near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades

and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replace

ment of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold

with the apparatus. When a used, caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip over.

13) Unplug this apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip over.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has

been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to

rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

EAFKIY 3

CONTENTS ]

Chapter 1: Your New TV ............... 1.1

List of Features .......................................... 1.1

List of Parts ............................................ 1.1

Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV ...................... 1.2

Front Pand Buttons ............................... 1.2

Side Panel Jacks .................................. 1.3

Rear Panel Jacks .................................. 1.4

Remote Control .................................. 1.5

Chapter 2: Installation ................ 2.1

Connecting VHF and UHP' Antennas ......................... 2.1

Antennas with 300 ohm Flat ]bvin Leads ............... 2.1

Antennas with 75 ohm Round Leads .................. 2.2

Separate VHF and UHF Antennas .................... 2.2

Connecting Cable TV ..................................... 2.2

Connecting a VCR ....................................... 2.5

Connecting a DVD Player ................................. 2.7

Connecting a Digital TV Set-%p Box ......................... 2.7

Connecting a Camcorder .................................. 2.8

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ..................... 2.9

Cable without a Cable Box .......................... 2.2

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels 2.3
Corlnectirlg to a Cable Box that

Descrambles Some Channels ........................ 2.3

Connecting an S VHS VCR ......................... 2.6

Chapter 3: Operation .................. 3.1

"lhrnhlg the TV On and Off ................................ 3.1

Plug & Play Feature ...................................... 3.1

Viewing the Menus and On Screen Displays ................... 3.3

Viewing the Menus ............................... 3.3

Viewing the Display ............................... 3.3

Selecting a Menu Language ................................ 3.4

Memorizing the Channels ................................. 3.5

Selecting the Video Signa[ source ..................... .'{.5

Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) ........ 3.6

Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) ......... 3.7

Changing Channels ...................................... 3.7

Using the Channel Buttons ......................... 3.7

Directly Accessing Channels ........................ 3.7

Using the Pre CH Button to select the Previous Channel . .'{.7

Ac]justing the Volume ..................................... 3.8

Using Mute ..................................... 3.8

Setting the Clock ........................................ 3.9

Customizing the Picture .................................. 3 10

Using Automatic Picture Settings ........................... 3 1i

Customizing the Sound .................................. 3 12

Using Automatic Sound Settings ........................... 3 13

Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape ......................... 3 14

1 (ION] EN] S

CONTENTS

Chapter 4: Special Features ............ 4.1

Fine llming Channels .................................... 41

t,NA (LowNoise Amplifier) ................................ 42

Setting the Blue Screen Mode ............................... 43

Changing the Screen Size .................................. 44

Freezing the Picture ...................................... 44

Special Sound Options .................................... 4,5

Choosing a Multi Cf]alqlqe}Sound (MTS) Sourldtrack ..... 45

Auto Vulume .................................... 46

Virtual Dolby .................................... 47

Adjusting the Headphone Sound ..................... 48

Selecting the Headphone Sound ..................... 49

Setting the On/Off Timer ................................. 4. l0

Setting the Sleep Timer .................................. 4.11

Viewing Closed Captions ................................. 4.12

Viewing Picture in Picture ................................ 4.13

Activating Picture in Picture ....................... 4.13

Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP ......... 4.14

Swapping the Contents of the PiP image and Main image 4.15

Changing the PIP Chalqnel ......................... 4.15

Changing the Location of the PIP Window ............ 4.15

Changing the Size of the PIP Window ................ 4.15

Using the VChip ....................................... 4.16

Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) ............ 4.16

How to Enable/Disable the VChip ................. 4.17

How to Set up Restrictions Using the "TV guidelines" . . 4.17
How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings:

G. PG, PG 13, R, NC 17, X ........................ 4.18

How to Reset the TV after the VChip

Blocks a Charmel ("Emergency Escape") .............. 4.19

Chapter 5: PC Display ................. 5.1

Using Yc_urTV as a Computer (PC) Display .................... 51

How to Connect Your PC to the TV ................... 51

How to Set up Yuur PC Software (Windows only) ........ 52

Adjusting the Screen Quality ........................ 53

Changing the Screen Position ....................... 54

Changing the ScreenColor Standard .................. 55

Acliusting the Screen Color Settings ................... 5B

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ............ 6.1

Identifying Problems ..................................... (} 1

Appendix ........................... A.1

Display Modes .......................................... A 1

Installing VESA compliant mounting devices ................... A2

Attaching a Wall or Arm mounting device ..................... A3

Retractable Stand ........................................ A4

Using the Anti Theft Kensington Lock ........................ A4

Pin Assignments ........................................ A5

Cleaning and Maintaining Yuur TV .......................... A5

Using YcourTV ir_Another Country .......................... A5

Specifications ........................................... A6

Your New TV

List of Features

_ur TV was designedwith the latesttechnology. This TV is a high per_rmance unit that

includes the following special features:

• Easy to use remote control

Easy to use on screen menu system

Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off
Adjustable picture and sound settings that can be stored in the TV_ memory

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

Double screen
Headphone jack fur private listening

16:9 letter box furmat available depending upon source

List of Parts

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

RemoteControl& Owner's DCAdapter

Batteries(AAAx2) Instructions

15-pinD-Sub StereoCable PowerCord

SignalCable

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I Your NEw TV

Familiarizing Yourself with The TV

Front Panel Buttons

The buttons on the front pane[ control your TV_ basic f_atures, hldudhlg the on screen

menu. To use the more advanced f_atures, you must use the remote control.

LTT

/

(0 SOURCE

Pressthisbuttontodisplayamenu ofallthe

available signal sources. When the menu
appears,

0 MENU

Press to see an on screen menu of your ]V's lea

tures,

O VOL(VOLUME) -0 +

Press to increase or decrease the

volume, Also used to select items on the on

screen menu,

0 CH VandCHA

Press to change channels. Also press to highlight

various items on the

on screen menu.

0 POWER

Press to turn the TVon and off,

O SPEAKER

Remote Control Sensor

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the
TV.

O POWER & TIMER indicator

Lightsupwhenyouturnthepoweroff.

(2HAP] k ON YO/[< NEV_ ]V 1.2

Your NEw TV ]

Side Panel Jacks

You can use the side panei jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only
occasionally, such as a camcozdez or video game. (For information oil connecting
equipment, see pages 2.1 2.9.)

0

0

O AUDIO INjacks

Used to connect the audio signals from a cam
corder or video game.

O VIDEO INjack

Used to connect a video signal [rom a camcorder
or a video game.

0 SUPER VIDEO INjack

Used to connect a S-Video signal from a cam
corder or a video game.

HEADPHONE JACK

Connect a set of external headphones to thisjack
for private listening.

Kensington lock
(See page A.4)

1.3 CH',.P] }, ON Y)tl/ N\_ rv

Your NEw TV ]

Rear Panel Jacks

Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that _viHbe connected

conth]uously, such asa VCR or a DVD player.

For more infurmation on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 2.9.

(]1 POWER OUTPUT

CONNECTOR

0 POWER INPUT CONNECTOR

O COMPONENT I(DVD)

Connects component video/audio from a DVD
player,

O COMPONENT 2(DTV)

Connects component video/audio from a Set/fop
Box.

O PC AUDIO INPUT

Connect these to the audio outputjacks on your
PC.

0 PC VIDEO INPUT

Connectto thevideooutputportonyourPC.

O TV ANTENNA

Connectto anantennaorto acableTVsystem.

(2HAP] 1, ()N YOII< NEV_ ]V 1.4

Your NEw TV I

Remote Control

You can use the remote control up to about 23 fi_et from the "FV_When ushlg the remote,
always point it direcdy at the TV

You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR and cable box. See page 4.1
for details.

O POWER

TurnstheTVonandoff.

O TV/VIDEO

Pressto display all of the
available video sources.

0 RSTD

A_usttheTV picture by

selecting one ofthe preset
Nctoq se_ings(orselectyour

personal, cus_mized picture
sewings).

O PC

Presstoswitchtothe PCmode.

O MENU

Displays the main on screen

menu,

VOL -, VOL +

Press to increase or decrease the

volume,(Alsoused to make selec
lions on the on-screen menus,)

CH& and OHm"
(Channel Up/Down)

Press CHA or CHV to change
channeJs.(Also used to highlight

selections on the on screen
menus,)

O MUTE

Press totemporarily cut off

the sound.

0 Number buttons

Pressto select channels directly

on the TV.

O +100

Press to select channels over 100.
For example, to select channel
121,press" +1007 then press "2"

and"1 ,"

O CAPTION

Controls the caption decoder,

_) MTS (Multichannel

Television Stereo)

Pressto choose stereo, mono or

Separate Audio Program (SAP
broadcast).

O RSlZE

Presstochangethescreensize,

_) SLEEP

Press to select a preset time
interval for automatic shutoff,

_) STILL

Press to stop the action during a
particular scene, Pressagain 1o

resume normal video.

1_ S.STD

Adjustthe TVsound by selectillg

one of the preset factory settings
(or select yourpersonal,

customized sound settings),

@ COMPONENT

Press to switch to the COMPO-
NENT mode.

_) EXIT

Press the menu to exit.

_) PRE-CH

Tunes to the previous channel,

_) V.DOLBY

This feature allows the TV L/R
speakers to provide a home

Theater like Dotby effect.

_) ADD/ERASE

Press to add or erase channels in
the TV's memory.

1_ DISPLAY

Pressto display the current chan
nel and the audio-video

settings.

@ PIP controls

SIZE

Pressto make the PiPwindow

double, large or small,

SWAP

Exchanges the video signal that is
currently displayed on the main

screen with the signal in the PIP
window.

TV/VIDEO

Pressto select one of the available
signatsources for the PIPwindow.
014

Displays the available channels in
sequence. (Thesebuttons change
channels inthe PiP window only),

LOCATE

Pressto move the PIPwindow to
any of the four corners of the TV

screen.

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INSTALLATION

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas

If your antenna has a set of leads that
look like this, see "Antennas with

3OO ohm Flat 7_vin Leads," below.

If your antenna has one lead that looks
like this, see "Antennas with 75 ohm

Round Leads," oil page 2.2.

If you have two antennas, see "Separate

VHF and UHF Antennas," oil page 2.2.

Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads

If"you are using an off air antenna (such as a roof antenna or "rabbit ears") that has
300-ohm twin fiat leads, follow the directions below'.

1

Place the wires from the
[wm eaas under the
screws on a 300J5 ohm

adaptor Inot suppltedl,

use a screwdriver to
ugeten me screws

2

Plugtheadaptorintothe
TVANTENNAterminat

onthebottomofthe
backpanel

INSTALLATION ]

Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads

1

Plug the antenna tead
into theTV ANTENNA

terminal on the bottom
of the back panel.

Separate VHF and UHF Antennas

If' you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VH1_and one UHF), you must
combine the tVMOanterula signa]s before connecting the antennas to the TV This

procedure requires a an optional combiner adaptor (avaiiab[e at most electronics shops).

Connect both antenna
leads to the combiner,

z -4

Plug the combiner
into theTV ANTEN-

NA terminal on the
botton"
panel

Connecting Cable TV

To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructioi]s below.

Cable without a Cable Box

1

Plug the incoming cable
into the TV ANTENNA

antenna terminal on

back ofthe TV,

-411 Because this TV is
table-read Z you do not need a

cable box to view unscrambled cable
channels.

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INSTALLATION ]

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels

1

Findthecablethat is

This terminal might be labeled

"ANT OUT," "VI [F OUT," or simply,
"OUT."

cooneotedtothe ) _

ANTflNNAOUTtermmat
onyourcab ebox

2 :

Connecttheotherendof
thiscableto theTV
ANTENNAterminalon
thebackoftheTV,

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels

If"your cable box descrambles only some charmeis (such as premium channels), follow the
instructions below. You will need a two way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of"
coaxial cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)

1

-ql This terminal might be labeled
"ANT IN," "VI [F IN," or simply,

"IN,"

[erminai on your
cable box.

2

Connec[ IRIS cable m a

[wo_waysp.[[e£

InCOming

3

Connect a coaxial cable
between an OUFPUTter_ --

minal on the splitter and Ir_emlng
[he IN term_na_on me
cable box.

Cable

8pl_ter

Spllt_

O_le Box

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INSTALLATION ]

Connect a coaxial
cable between the

ANTENNA QUTtermi- Incoming
eal on the cabIe box Splitter RF(A,_)

and the B- IN terminal O_e Box Switch
onthe A/B switch.

Connect another cable _ _
between the other

QUTterminal on the
splitter andthe A- tN Cable

terminaI onthe RF Spllrmr RF(AIB)
(A/B) Switch,

Connect the last coax_ WAN'_NNA
ial cable between the
OUTterminal on the RF

(A/B) switch and the Cable W Rear

VHF/UHFterminal on Splil_r RF(AiB)
the rear of the TV,

Cable _

Incoming

CableBox $wit_

Incoming

CableBox 8witch

After you've made this connection, set the A/B switch to the "A" position fur normal viewing.

Set tile A/B switch to the "B" position to view scrambled channels. (When you set tile A/B
switch to "B," you will need to tune your TV to tile cable box_ output channel, which is usu
ally channel 3 oi- 4.)

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INSTALLATION ]

Connecting a VCR

These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable
TV system (according to the instructions on pages 2.1 2.3). Skip step 1 if'you have not yet

connected to an antenna or a cable system.

1

Unplugthecableor
antennafromtheback

ofthe TV.

2

Connect the cable or _[ _. _/

VGR Rear Panel

antennatotheANTENNA ZZZZ_=_,_ _
{Nterrninatanthebackof ICr_le'_ [Q)_ _)_ ®

[heVCR. Antenna

3

Connect a coaxial cable
between the ANTENNA
OUTterminal on the VCR

ana Tneantenna termina
onthe IV.

VCR Rear Panel

A coaxial cabIe is usually inciuded with a VCR.

_lal Cable

If' not, check your IocaI eiectmnlcs

TV Rear Panel

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stoTe),

Connect a set ofaudio
cables between the

AUDIOOUTjacks On
the VCRand the

AUDIOjacks on the IV.

_RR_P_el

_1

1_/ReefPanel

If you have a "mono" (non stereo) VCR, use the _eonnector (not supplied) to hook up

to the [eft and right audio inputjacks of the TV[ If your VCR is stereo, you must connect

tVVOcables,

VOR R_lr Panel

Connect a video cable
between the VIDEO

OUTjack on the VCR
andthe WDEOjack on

the TV,

[7ollow the instructions in "Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape" to view your VCR tape.

Video Cabie

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TV RearPanel

INSTALLATION I

Connecting an S-VHS VCR

Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal fronl an S VHS VCR.

(This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.)

R

: VCR_ Panel TVRe_ panel

Tobegin,fottows'teps _m., *_ _ h _ _

g;t 7o17::it,e

antenna or cable to I I co_ial Cable I)

yourVCR and yourTV. 12

TVRearPan01

TV I_ panel

2

Connect a set of audio
cables ee[ween the

AUDIOOUTjacks on me
VCRano [ne AUDIO

INPUTjacks on me IV

V(_R RlSar Panel

VCR Rein P_sl

3

2onnec[ an Swmeo came
aetween the S-VIDEOOUT

jack Onthe VCRand the

S-VIDEOINPU]jac_ o_
me IV.

An S-video -able is usually htcluded with an S VHS VCR. (If not, check your local
electrott[cs store.)

8-Vide0Cable

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INSTALLATION ]

Connecting a DVD Player

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

Connect a set of audio

cables between the L.R

AUDIO INPUTjacKs on
the TV and the AUDIO

OUT acksonthe DVD
3_aye£

2

Connect avideo cable
between the COMPO+

NENT1 'Z Pb, Pr_jac_s
on the TV and the _ Pb

PrjacKs on me DVC
pla_.er.

DVD Ray_ RearPane_ _/Rear Panel

AudloOable

TV Rear Panel

VideoCable

Note: For an explanation of' Component video, see your DVD player owner's manual.

Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box

The connections for a typical set top box are shown below.

Connect a set of audio

SetTop BoxRear Panel

cables between the L,R
COMPONENT2AUDIO

INPUTjacks onthe TV

and the AUDIO OUTjacks AudleCable

onthe Set:lop Box.

1_ ReinPanel

2 SetTopBOXRearPanel

Connect avideo cable

between the COMPO,
NENT2 (Y,Pb, Pr)jacks

on the TVand the Y,Pb,

Prjacks onthe SebTop

Video Cable

TM RearPanel

Note: For an explanation of' Component video, see your Set Top Box owner's manual.

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INSTALLATION ]

Connecting a Camcorder

The side panel jacks o1-1your TV make it easy to connect a carncorder to your TM
They allow you to vievvrthe camcorder tapes without using a VCR. (Also see "Viewil]g a
VCR or Camcorder Tape" on page 3.17)

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LocatetheA/Voutput _Jl_

jacks onthecamcorder, _...J.4_ _"__'_'_'>_ _ _ Ceencorder

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W Side Panel

Connect an audio cabIe O.rr_o_ler

0UTPUTjack on the
cameorder andthe

between the AUDt0 _A_
AUDIO terminals onthe

side of the TV,

Output Jecks

Inp=JtJacks

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Connecta videocable

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InputJ_ks

betweenthe VIDEO
OUTPUTjack onthe

cameorderandthe
VIDEOterminalonthe
sideoftheTV,

Tile audio video cables shown here are usually included w'ith a Camcorder. (If' not, check
your local electronics store.) If your camcorder is stereo, you need to connect a set of"two

cables.

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INSTALLATION ]

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

Make sure to match the "+" and

Install tw0 AAA size
batteries_

Replace the cover.

"-" ends of the batteries with the
diagram inside the compartment.

-.11 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 TM

(Assuming typical TV usage, the bat-

teries last for about one year.)

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