Samsung PN50B530S2FXZA Owner’s Manual

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I ImportantWarrantyinformationRegardingTelevisionFormatViewing

Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratioformat, or expanded to fill the screen ifyour model offersthis feature and the images are constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the dark side-bars on nonexpanded standard format television video and programming, should be limitedto 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 Iogos, web sites or computer graphics and patterns, should be limited asdescribed above for all televisions. Displaying stationary

images that exceed the above guidelines can cause uneven aging of PDP Displays that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the PDP picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, and primarily display

full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars.

On PDPmodels that offer picture sizing features, use these controls to view different formats as a full screen picture. Be careful inthe selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven PDP aging as a result of format selection and use, aswell as burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung limited warranty.

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i User instructions

0 Screen image retention

Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause

screen image retention. This image retention is also known as "screen burn".To avoid such image retention, refer to page 24 of this

manual to reduce the degree of brightness and contrast ofthe screen when displaying a still image.

Altitude The PDP canonly operate normally at heights under 6500ft.

Heat on the top of the Plasma TV

The top side of the product may be hot after long periods of use as heat dissipatesfrom the panel through the vent hole in the upper

part of the product.

This is normaland does not indicate any defect or operation failure of the product.

However, children should be prevented from touching the upper part ofthe product.

The product is making a 'cracking' noise. A 'cracking' noise mayoccur when the product contracts or expands due to a change in the surrounding environment such as

temperature or humidity. This is normal and not a defect of the unit.

Col! Defects

The PDP uses a panel consisting of 2,360,000(HD-level) to 6,221,000(FHD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology to

produce. However,there may be afew bright ordark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.

Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°0)

@ A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the PDP Panel,

Watching the Plasma TV in 4:3 format for a long period oftime may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.

Playing a DVD or a game console maycause similar effects to the screen. Damages caused bythe above effect are not covered by the Warranty.

After=images on the Screen.

Displaying still images from Video games 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 for a long time.

Warranty Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.

Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

I Contents

,,, List of Features.......................................................................... 5

,,, Checking Parts .......................................................................... 5

,,, Assembling the Cables.............................................................. 5

,,, Viewing the Control Panel ......................................................... 6

,,, Viewing the Connection Panel ................................................... 7

,,, Remote Control ......................................................................... 8

,,, Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ......................................... 9

,,, Connecting Cable TV ................................................................ 9

,,, Connecting a DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite

receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI............................................. 11

,,, Connecting a DVD/Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite

receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVl ................................................ 11

,,, Connecting a DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite

receiver (Set-Top Box) via Component cables ........................ 12

,,, Connecting a Camcorder ........................................................ 12

,,, Connecting a VCR................................................................... 13

,,, Connecting a Digital Audio System ......................................... 14

,,, Connecting anAmplifier / DVD Home Theater ........................ 14

,,, Connecting a PC ..................................................................... 15

,,, Turning theTV On and Off ...................................................... 16

,,, Changing Channels ................................................................. 16

,,, Adjusting the Volume ............................................................... 16

,,, Using the TOOLS Button ......................................................... 17

,,, Viewing the Display ................................................................. 17

,,, Viewing the Menus .................................................................. 18

,,, Plug & Play Feature ................................................................ 19

,,, Changing the Picture Settings ................................................. 22

,,, Changing the Sound Settings .................................................. 26

,,, Configuring the Setup Menu.................................................... 27

,,, Setting the Time ...................................................................... 31

,,, Source List/Edit Name ........................................................... 32

,,, Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display............................33

,,, Display Modes ......................................................................... 33

,,, Support .................................................................................... 34

,,, Connecting Anynet+ Devices .................................................. 36

,,, Troubleshooting for Anynet+ ................................................... 39

,,, Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 40

,,, Preparation before installing the Wall-Mount........................... 41

,,, How to attach the Stand-Base ................................................. 41

,,, Using the Stand-Base ............................................................. 41

,,, Securing the TV to the Wall ..................................................... 42

,,, Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) ..................................... 43

,,, Specifications .......................................................................... 44

,,, Dimensions (PN50B530S2F) .................................................. 45

,,, Dimensions (PN58B530S2F) .................................................. 46

,,, Storing Channels ..................................................................... 20

,,, Managing Channels ................................................................ 20

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Press Note One-Touch Button TOOLS

i Connecting and Preparing YourTV i

List of Features

• Adjustable picture settings that can be stored inthe TV's memory.

• Automatic timer to turn the TV on andoff.

• Aspecial sleep timer.

• V-Chip function.

• Excellent Digital Interface & Networking : With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box)

needed.

• SRS TruSurround HD provides a virtual surround system.

Checking Parts

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

The items' color and shape may varydepending on the model.

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RemoteControl PowerCord Owner'sInstructions/ Warranty Card / Cleaning Cloth Holder-Wire Holder TV /

(BN59-00856A)/ (3903-000144) QuickSetupGuide Safety Guide (BN63-01798B) Cable Screws

AAABatteries Manual (BN96-10788A)

(4301-000103) (Not available in (Refer to page 42)

all locations)

Ferrite Core for Power Ferrite Core Cover-Bottom / Cover-Bottom Holder-Ring (4ea) Screw (4ea)

Cord for Side-AV Screws (2ea) PN50B530S2F only (Refer to page 41) PN50B530S2F

(3301-001305) (3301-001201) PN58B530S2F only only

PN58B530S2F only

Ferrite Core The ferrite cores are used to shield the cables from interference.

When connecting a cable, open theferrite core and clip itaround the cable near the plug.

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PowerCord i i VideoCable

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Assembling the Cables

Enclose the cables in the Holder-Wire Cable so that the cables are not visible through the

transparent stand.

:: AudioCable/

Viewing the Control Panel

The buttons on the lower=right panel control your TV's basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control.

The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. If you touch the front panel button, the each buttonwill be operated.

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O SOURCE[_

Toggles between all the available input sources (TV,AV, Component1, Conponent2, HDMII, HDMI2/DVI, HDMI3). In the on-screen menu, use this button asyou use the ENTER_ button on the remote control.

O MENU

Press to see an on-screen menu of yourTV's features.

O + VOL =

Press to increase or decrease the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the + VOL = buttons as you would usethe

and _. buttons on the remote control.

ACHV Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the A CH V buttons as you would use the A and T buttons on the

remote control.

POWER INDICATOR

Blinks and turns offwhen the power is on and lights up instand-by mode.

(POWER)

Press to turn the TV on and off.

O REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

O SPEAKERS

Viewing the Connection Panel

Use the connection panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as Biu=RayDVD Players

or a VCR,

[_ The product color and shape rnay vary depending on the rnodel.

TV Rear Panel

SERVICE

ANT IN i

O POWER IN

Connects the supplied power cord.

O SERVICE

Used for service only. AUDIO OUT

Connect to a DigitalAudio component.

O DVl AUDIO IN (AUDIO-R/L)

Connect to the DVI audiooutput jack of an external device.

HDMI IN 1, 2(DVI), 3 Connect to the HDMIjack of a device with an HDMI output.

HDMI 2 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 an optional HDMI/DVI adapter, the DVI analog audio inputs on your TV allow you to receive left and right audio from your DVI device.

O ANT IN

Uses a 750 Coaxial connector for an Air/Cable Network.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

Connects to a Digital Audio component.

COMPONENT IN t, 2/AV IN t Connects Component video / audio. The COMPONENT IN I

jack is also used as theAV IN 1jack. @ Connect the video cable to the COMPONENT IN 1

[Y/VIDEO] jack and the audio cable to the COMPONENT IN I [R-AUDIO-L] jacks.

O EX-LINK

Used for service only.

Remote Control

You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV.

The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.

POWER Turns the TV on and off.

POWER TV

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NUMERIC BUTTONS Press to change the 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".

MUTE

Press to temporarily cut off the sound.

[+ _VOL _ Press to increase or decrease the volume.

SOURCE

Press to display and select the available

video sources. CH LIST

Used to display Channel Lists on the screen. _

Q TOOLS

Use to quickly select frequently used _) functions.

UPA / DOWNV / LEFT4 / _) RIGHTI_ / ENTERo_

Use to select on-screen menu items and _) change menu values.

_) INFO @

Press to display information on the TV screen.

_) COLOR BUTTONS

Use these buttons in the Channel list.

e) S.MOOE

Press to select the sound mode,

e P.MODE

Press to select the picture mode.

_) Use these buttons in the DMA, Anynet+

modes.(- : This remote can be used to control recording on Samsung recorders

with the Anynet+ feature) TV

Selects the TV mode directly.

PRE-CH

Tunes to the previous channel.

i-_: ] CH i" Press to change channels,

@ MENU

Displays the on-screen menu.

_) FAV.CH

Press to switch to your favorite channels.

{_) RETURN

Returns to the previous menu. EXIT

Press to exit the menu.

RSIZE Picture size selection.

SRS Selects SRS TruSurround HD mode.

CC Controls the caption decoder.

MTS Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate

Audio Program (SAP broadcast).

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Installing Batteries inthe RemoteControl

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.

Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won't be using the remote control for a long time. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries should last for about one year.)

If the remote control doesn't work, check the following

I. 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?

i Connections ]

Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas

if your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see "Antennas with 300 {3 FlatTwin Leads" below.

if your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see "Antennas with 75 {3Round Leads." if you have two antennas, see "Separate VHF and UHF Antennas."

[3 Antennas with 300£_FiatTwinLeads

if you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or rabbit ears) that has 300 {3

twin flat leads, follow the directions below,

1, Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 300-75 _ adapter (not supplied).

Use a screwdriver to tightenthe screws.

2, Plug the adaptor into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.

[3 Antennas with 75£_RoundLeads

Plug the antenna lead into the ANT INterminal on the back of the TV.

[3 SeparateVHF and UHFAntennas

if you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops),

1, Connect both antenna leads to the combiner. 2, Plug the combiner into theANT IN terminal on the bottom of the back panel.

Connecting Cable TV

To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below.

C3 Cablewithout a Cable Box

Plug the incoming cable into theANT IN terminal onthe back of theTV.

Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels.

Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrarnbles All Channels 1, Findthecablethatis connectedtotheANTOUTterminalonyourcablebox.

@ Thisterminalmightbelabeled"ANTOUT","VHFOUT"orsimply,"OUT".

2, Connect the other end of this cable to theANT IN terminal on the back of theTV.

ANT iN ANT OU_

Continued...

Connectingto a Cable BoxthatDescramblesSomeChannels

if your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below, You

wii! need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of Antenna cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores,)

1. Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to theANT IN terminal on your

cable box.

This terminal might be labeled "ANT IN", "VHF IN" or simply, "IN".

2. Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.

Incoming

cable Splitter

3, Connect an Antenna cable between the

OUTPUT terminal on the splitter and the IN terminal onthe cable box.

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Cable Box

4. Connect an Antenna cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the cable box and the B-IN

terminal onthe RF(A/B) switch.

Incoming

cable

Splitter RF (A/S)

o_ out

Cable Box Switch

& Connect another cable between the other

OUT terminal on the splitter and the A-IN terminal onthe RF (A/B) switch.

6, Connect the lastAntenna cable between the

Incoming IN _ Ore"

Splitter _, _ RF (_/S)

-- * _ .,_==== ====_ TV Rear

Cable Box Switch

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

I ..... splitt_ L _ RFWSI

Switch

After you have 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 setthe A/Bswitch to "B", you will need to tune your TV to the cable box's output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)

Connecting a DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI

This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output jack on the external device, This connection wil provide the highest quality picture,

1. Connect an HDMI Cable between the HDMI IN (1, 2(DVl), or 3) jack on the TV and the HDMI jack on the DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box/ Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).

DVO/Biu-Ray Player or Cable

Box / Satellite receiver

_HDMI Cable (Not supplied)

[D Whatis HDMI?

• HDMI, or high-definition multimedia interface, is an interface that enables the transmission of digital audio and video signals using a single cable.

• The difference between HDMI and DVl is that the HDMI device is smaller in size and has the HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) coding feature installed.

[D Each DVD Player or Cable Box I Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) hasa different back panel configuration. [D The TV may not output sound and pictures may be displayed with abnormal color when DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box I

Satellite receiver supporting HDMI versions older than 1.3 are connected. When connecting an older HDMI cable and there is no sound, connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN 2(DVI) jack and the audio cables to the DVt AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the

back of theTV. If this happens, contact the company that provided the DVD I Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box I Satellite receiver to

confirm the HDMI version, then request an upgrade.

[D HDMI cables that are not 1.3may cause annoying flicker or no screen display.

TV Rear Panel

Connecting a DVD/Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVI

This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output jack on the external device,

1. Connect a HDMI/DVl Cableor DVI-HDMI Adapter between the HDMI IN2(DVl) jack on the TV and the DVljack on the DVD / Blu- Ray Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).

2. Connect Audio Cables between the DVl AUDIO IN JR-AUDIO-L]jack on the TV and the DVD/Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box I Satellite receiver.

DVO/Biu-Ray Player or Cable Box /

Satellite receiver

_ Audio Cable (Not supplied)

_ HDMi/DVl Cable (Not supplied)

[D Each DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) has adifferent back panel configuration. [D When connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box), matchthe color of the connection terminal to the

cable.

[D When using an HDMI I DVl cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN2(DVl)jack.

TV Rear Panel

Connecting a DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via Component cables

The rearpaneljacksonyourTV makeiteasyto connectaDVD/Blu=RayPlayerorCableBox/ Satellitereceiver(Set=TopBox)

to yourTV.

1. Connect Component Cable between the COMPONENT IN (1 or2) [Y, PB, PR]jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the DVD I Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver(Set-Top Box).

2. Connect Audio Cables between the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV andthe AUDIO OUTjacks on the DVD I Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box I Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).

TV Rear Panel

DVD / Blu-Ray Player or Cable Box

/ Satellite receiver

_ Audio Cable (Not supplied}

_ Component Cable (Not supplied}

[D Component video separates the video into Y (Luminance (brightness)), PB (Blue) and PR(Red) for enhanced video quality. Besure

to match the component video and audio connections. For example, if connecting the video cable to COMPONENT IN 1, connect the audio cable to COMPONENT IN 1 also.

[D Each DVD I Blu-Ray Player or Cable BoxI Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) has a different back panel configuration. [D When connecting a DVD/ Blu-Ray Player orCable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box), match the color of the connection terminal

to the cable.

Connecting a Camcorder

The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV,

Usinga Video I AudioCable

1. Connect a Video Cable between the AV IN 1[VIDEO] jack on the TV andthe VIDEO OUTjack onthe camcorder.

2. Connect Audio Cables between the AV IN 1 [L-AUDIO-R] jacks on the TV and theAUDIO OUT jacks onthe Camcorder.

Carncorder TV rear Panel

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-1 bl

_ Video Cable (Not supplied)

Each Camcorder has a different back panel configuration. When connecting a Camcorder, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Usingan HDMICable

1. Connect an HDMI Cable between the HDMI IN (1,2(DVI), or 3)jack onthe TV and the HDMI jack on the camcorder.

TV Rear Panel

Camcorder

HDMI Cable (Not supplied)

Each Camcorder has a different back panel configuration.

Connecting a VCR

Video Connection

These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to anantenna or a cable TV system (according to the

instructions on pages 9~10). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.

1. Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV.

2. Connect the cable or antenna to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR.

3. Connect anAntenna Cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the VCR and the ANT IN terminal on the TV.

4. Connect a Video Cable between the AV IN 1[Y/VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUTjack on the VCR.

6. Connect Audio Cables between the AV IN 1 JR-AUDIO-L]jacks on the TV and theAUDIO OUT jacks onthe VCR

TV Rear Panel

VCR Rear Panel

If you have a "mono" (non-stereo) VCR, use a Y-connector (not supplied) to connect to the right and left audio input jacks of the TV.Alternatively, connect the cable to the "R"jack. If your VCR isstereo, you must connect two cables.

Each VCR has a different back panel configuration. When connecting a VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

When connecting toAV IN 1,the color of theAV IN 1[YIVlDEO] jack (Green) does not match the color of the video cable (Yellow).

Connecting a Digital Audio System

The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Digital Audio System(Home theater/Receiver) to your TV,

Connect an Optical Cable between the DIGITALAUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jacks on the TV and the DigitalAudio Input (OPTICAL)

jacks on the Digital Audio System. When a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack : Decrease the volume of the TV, and

adjust the volume level with the system's volume control.

TV Rear Panel

Digita! Audio System

[D 5.1CH audio is possible when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1CH. [D Each DigitalAudio System has a different back panelconfiguration.

[D When the receiver (home theater) is set to On, you can hear sound output from the TV's Opticaljack. When the TV is displaying a

DTV(air) signal,the TV will send out 5.1channel sound to the Hometheater receiver. When the source is a digital component such as a DVD and is connected to the TV via HDMI,only 2 channel sound will be heard from the Home Theater receiver. If you want to hear 5.1 channel audio, connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on the DVD I Blu-Ray player or Cable/ Satellite Box directly to anAmplifier or HomeTheater, not the TV.

Connecting an Amplifier / DVD Home Theater

Connect Audio Cables between the AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV andAUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] jacks on theAmplifier/ DVD Home Theater.

When an audio amplifier is connected to the AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L]jacks terminals : Decrease the volume of the TV, and adjust the volume levelwith the Amplifier's volume control.

Amplifier / DVD Home Theater

(Not supplied}

[D Each Amplifier / DVD Home Theater hasa different back panel configuration. [D When connecting an Amplifier I DVD Home Theater, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

TV Rear Panel

Connecting a PC

[_ Usingan HDMI/DVICable

1. Connect an HDMI/DVI cable between the HDMI IN 2(OVl)jack on the TV and the PC outputjack on your computer.

2. Connect a 3.5 mm Stereo plug to 2RCAcable betweenthe DVlAUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]jack on the TV andthe Audio Outjack of

the sound cardon your computer.

TV Rear Panel

Each PC has a different back panel configuration. When connecting a PC, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

When using an HDMIIDVl cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN2(DVl) terminal.

j Operation ]

Turning the TV On and Off

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

on the TV.

It may take a while for yourTV to power on.

Changing Channels

Usingthe Channel Buttons

Press the OH "x ] or OH iv_ button to change channels.

When you pressthe CH [wi or CH _ button, the TV changes channels in sequence. Youwill see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at leastthree channels). You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized. See page 20 to memorize channels.

Using the Number Buttons Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel. For example, to select channel "27",

press "2", then "7".

For quick channel change, press the number buttons, then press the ENTER_ button.

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Using the "i= _" Button

The "_- "button is used to select stations that broadcast a digital signal.

1. For example, for Channel "7-I", press "7", then '"_-_", then "1".

HD indicates the TV is receiving a Digital High Definition signal. SD indicates the TV is receiving a Standard Definition signal.

For quick channel change, press the number buttons, then press the ENTER_ button.

Usingthe PRE-CHButton to select the Previous Channel

1. Press the PRE=CHbutton. The TV will switch to the last channel viewed.

To quickly switch between two channels that are far apart, tune to one channel, then use the number button to select the second channel. Then use the PRE-OH button

to quickly alternate between them.

Adjusting the Volume

Usingthe Volume Buttons

1, Press the VOL !_ or VOL _=_ button to increase or decrease the volume.

Usingthe _ MUTE Button

At any time, you can cut offthe sound using the =_MUTE button.

1. Press =_ MUTE button andthe sound cuts off.

The _ will displayed on the screen.

2. Toturn mute off, press the _ MUTE button again, or simply press the VOL + or

VOL I=] button.

Using the TOOLS Button

You can use the TOOLS button to select your frequently used functions quickly and easily. The Tools menu changes

2. Press the A/V button to select a menu, then press the ENTER_ button.

,. Press the TOOLS button. The Too,s menu wi,, appear, l/ _'[" ___ 11

For a more detailed description of each function, refer to the corresponding page. ..........................

- Add to Favorite (or De!ere from Favorite), see page 2! , Switch to Cable(or Air), see page 20

Viewing the Display

The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio=video settings.

1. Press the INFO button on the remote control. The TV will display the channel, the type of sound, and the status of certain picture and soundsettings.

Press the INFObutton once more or wait approximately 10 seconds and it disappears automatically.

Viewing the Menus

Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to navigate the menu in order to select and adjust different functions. 1, Pressthe MENU button.

The main menu is displayed on the screen. Its left side has the following icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, input, Application, Support.

2, Press the A or V button to select oneof the icons.

Press the 4 or _ button to access the icon's sub-menu.

3, Press the J, or T button to move to items in the menu.

Press the ENTER_ button to enter items in the menu.

4, Press the A/_r/4/l_ buttonto change the selected items.

Press the RETURN button to return to the previous menu.

& Press the EXIT button to exit from the menu.

Using the remote control buttons

EXIT Exit the on-screen menu.

Example:Settingthe TV'sBrightness in the PictureMenu

Adjusting the Brightness to 80

1, Press the MENU buttonto display the menu.

2, Press the ENTER_ button to select Picture.

3, Press the A.or T button to select Brightness.

4, Press the ENTER_ button.

& Press the *,i or _ button until the Brightness changes to 80. 6, Press the ENTER_ button.

Press the EXiT button to exit from the menu.

Plug & Play Feature

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

The Screen Saver is activated if there is no remote control key input for longer than 1 minute while Plug & Play is running. The Screen Saver is activated if there is no operating signal for longer than 15 minutes.

1, Press the POWER buttonon the remote control.

The message Menu Language, Store Demo, Channels, and Time will be set. is displayed.

2, Press the ENTERI_ button, then Select Language of the OSD, menu is automatically

displayed. Press the ENTER_ button. Press the A or T button to select language, then press the ENTER_ button. The message Select 'Home Use' when installing this TV in your home. is displayed.

3, Press the 4 or _,-button to select Stere Demo or Home Use, then pressthe ENTER_

button. We recommend setting the TV to Home Use mode for the best picture in your home

environment.

Store Demo mode is only intended for use in retail environments. If the unit isaccidentally set to Store Demo mode and you want to return to Home Use (Standard): Press the Volume button onthe TV. When the volume OSD is displayed, press and hold the MENU button on the TV for5 seconds.

4, The message Select the Antenna source to memorize, is displayed.

Press the A or T button to memorize the channels of the selected connection. Press the ENTERI_ button to select Start.

• Air: Air antenna signal.

• Cable: Cable antenna signal.

• Auto: Air andCable antenna signals.

In Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among STD, HRC, and IRC by pressing the A, T, _ or _ button, then press the ENTER_ button. If you

have Digital cable, select the cable system signal source for bothAnalog and Digital. Contact your local cable company to identify the type ofcable system that exists in your particular area.

The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.

To stop the search before ithas finished, press the ENTERI_ button with Step selected.

After all the available channels are stored, it starts to remove scrambled channels. The Auto program menu then reappears. Press the ENTERI_ button when channel memorization is complete.

The message Set the Clock Mode. is displayed. Press the ENTERI_ button. Press the A or T button to select Auto, then Press the ENTER_ button. The message Set to daylight saving time. is displayed. If you select Manual, Set current date and time is displayed. For detailed descriptions about the Manual, refer to page 31.

Press the A or _r button to select Off, On, or Auto, then press the ENTER_ button. The image to select time zone in which you live isautomatically displayed.

Press the A or T button to select the timezone, then press the ENTERI_ button. If you have received a digital signal, the time will beset automatically. If not, see page 31 to set the clock.

The brief instruction on How to get the best performance from your new HDTV is displayed. Press the ENTER _ button.

This menu is available HD connection Guide in the Support menu.

10, Press the ENTERI_ button. The message Enjoy your TV, is displayed. When you have finished, press the ENTER_ button.

if you want to reset this feature... 1, Press the MENU buttonto display the menu. Press the A or T button to select Setup,

then press the ENTER_ button.

2, Press the ENTERI:3_button again to select Plug & Play. For further details on setting

up options, press the ENTERI:_ button again.

The Plug & Play feature is only available in the TV mode.

i Channel Control 1

Storing Channels

[3 Antenna _ Air / Cable

Beforeyourtelevisioncanbeginmemorizingtheavailablechannels,youmustspecifythe typeofsignalsourcethatisconnectedto theTV(i.e.anAiroraCablesystem).

You can also switch the antenna by selecting Tools-_ Switch to Cable (orAir)

[3 Auto Program

• Air: Air antenna signal.

• Cable: Cable antenna signal.

• Auto: Air andCable antenna signals 8TD, HRC and IRC identifyvarious types of cable TV 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 to remove scrambled channels. The Auto program menu then reappears.

If you want to stop Auto Programming, press the ENTER_ button. The Stop Auto Program? message will be displayed. Select Yes by pressing the

4 or _ button, then press the ENTER_ button.

ClearingScrambledChannel(Digital)

The Clear Scrambled Channel function is usedto filter out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed.

This process may take up to 20~30 minutes.

To stop searching scrambled channels: Press the ENTER_ button to select Stop. Press the 4 button to select Yes, then press the ENTER_ button.

This function is only available in Cable mode.

Fine Tune (Analog) Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception.

If you do not store thefine-tuned channel in memory, adjustments are not saved.

.....will appear next to the name of fine-tuned channels.

To reset the fine tuning setting, press the T button to select Reset, then press the

ENTER_ button.

Managing Channels

[3 ChannelList

Using this menu, you can Add / Delete or set Favorite channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts.

• All Channels: Shows all currently available channels.

• Favorite: Shows all favorite channels.

° Added Channels: Shows all added channels. I!

• Programmed: Shows all current reserved programs.

(_) Press the CH LIST button onthe remote control to bring upthe channel lists.

Using the Color buttons with the Channel List

• Green (Zoom): Enlarges or shrinks a channel number.

• Yellow (Select): Selects multiple channel lists.

• __TOOLS (Tools): Displays the Add (or Delete), Add to Favorite (orDelete from Favorite), Timer Viewing, Channel Name Edit, SelectAll, Deselect All, and Auto Program menus (The Options menus may differ depending on the situation.)

@ Channel Status Display Icons

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Channel List Tools Menu (in All Channels/Added Channels / Favorite)

Press the TOOLS buttonto use the option menu. Option menu items may differ depending on the channel status.

Add / Delete You can delete oradd a channel to display the channels you want.

All deleted channels will be shown on All Channels menu. A gray-colored channel indicates the channel has been deleted.

The Add menu only appears for deleted channels. You canalso delete a channel to the Added Channels or Favorite menu in the same

manner.

Add to Favorite / Delete from Favorite You can setchannels you watch frequently as favorites.

Press the TOOLS button to display Tools menu.

You can also set the fav0rite channe! by selecting Tools_, Add to Favorite (or Delete from Favorite)

The "v" symbol will be displayed and the channel will beset as afavorite. All favorite channels will be shown on Favorite menu.

/__] To select the favorite channels you have set up, press the FAV,CH button on the

remote control.

Timer Viewing

Ifyou reserve a program you want to watch, the channel is automatically switched to the reserved channel in the Channel List; even when you are watching another channel. To reserve a program, set the current time first.

Only memorized channels can be reserved.

You canset the channel, month, day, year, hour and minute directly by pressing the

number buttons on the remote control. Reserving a program will be shown on Programmed menu.

Digital Program Guide and Viewing Reservation: When a digitalchannel is selected, and you press the _ button, the Program Guide for the channel appears.

You canreserve a program according to the procedures described above.

Select All / Deseleet All

• Select At!: You can select all the channels in the channel list.

• Deseleet All: You can deselect all the selected channels in the channel list. You canperform the add / delete, add to Favorite / delete from Favorite function for multiple channels at the same time. Select

the required channels and press the yellow button to set all the selected channels at the same time. The _ mark appears to the left of the selected channels.

You canonly select Deselect All when there isa selected channel.

Channel Name Edit (Analog) Channels can labeled so that their call letters appear whenever the channel isselected.

The names ofdigital broadcasting channels are automatically assigned and cannot be labeled.

Channel List Tools Menu (in Programmed) You can view, modify or delete a reservation. @ Press the TOOLS button to use the option menu.

Change Info Select to change a viewing reservation.

Cancel Schedules Select to cancel a viewing reservation.

Information Select to view aviewing reservation. (You can also change the reservation information.)

Select All / Deselect All You can select (or deselect) all channels in the channel list.

i Picture Control ]

Changing the Picture Settings

C) Mode

You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements.

• Dynamic: Select a high-definition picture for bright environments.

• Standard: Selects the optimal picture display for normal environments. This setting is convenient for most situations.

• Movie: Selects a comfortable picture display for dark environments.

/__) Youcan select these options simply by pressing the P.MODE button on the remote

control.

CellLight/ Contrast/ Brightness ! Sharpness / Color / Tint(G/R)

Yourtelevision has several setting options that allow you tocontrol the picture quality.

• Cell Light:Adjusts the pixel brightness. 10 is the brightest setting.

• Contrast: Adjusts the contrast level.

• Brightness: Adjusts the brightness level.

• Sharpness:Adjusts the sharpness.

• Color: Adjusts the color saturation of the picture using the bar onthe screen.

• Tint (G/R): The closer to Red 100,the more saturated the red color becomes. When you makechanges to Cell Light, Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color or

Tint (G/R), the OSD will be adjusted accordingly. Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have connected to

an input of theTV. The energy consumed during use can be significantly reduced if thebrightness level is

lowered, which will reduce the overall running cost.

[3 AdvancedSettings

You can adjust the detailed settings for your screen including the color and contrast.

Advanced Settings is available in Standard or Movie mode.

Black Tone You can select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.

• Off: Turns the Black Adjust function off.

• Dark: Sets the black color depth to dark.

• Darker: Sets the black color depth to darker.

• Darkest: Sets the black color depth to darkest.

Dynamic Contrast

You can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided.

• Off: Turns the Dynamic Contrast function off.

• Low: Sets Dynamic Contrast to low.

• Medium: Sets Dynamic Contrast to medium.

• High: Sets Dynamic Contrast to high.

Gamma

You can adjust the Primary Color (Red, Green, Blue) Intensity.

Color Space Color Space is a color matrix composed of red, green and blue colors. Select your Favorite color space to experience the most

natural color.

• Native: Sets the color range wider than that of the input video source.

• Auto: Automatically sets the color range depending on the input video source.

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White Balance

You can adjust the colortemperature for more natural picture colors.

R-Offset: Adjust the low level red intensity. G-Offset: Adjust the low level green intensity.

B-Offset: Adjust the low level blue intensity. R-Gain: Adjusts the high level red intensity.

G-Gain: Adjusts the high level green intensity. B-Gain: Adjusts the high levelblue intensity.

Reset: Resets the default white balance. Changing the adjustment value will refresh the adjusted screen.

Flesh Tone You can emphasize the pink flesh tone inthe picture.

Changing the adjustment value will refresh the adjusted screen.

Edge Enhancement _ Off / On You can emphasize object boundaries in the picture.

PictureOptions

Color Tone _ Cool / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2 You can select the most comfortable color tone for viewing.

Warm1 or Warm2 is only activated when the picture mode is Movie. Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have connected to

an input of theTV.

Size Occasionally, you may want to change the size of the image onyour screen. Your TV

comes with six screen size options, each designed to work best with specific types of video input. Your satellite receiver may have its own set of screen sizes as well. In

general, though, youshould view the TV in 16:9 mode asmuch as possible.

• 16:9: Sets the picture to the 16:9aspect ratio.

• Zoom1: Stretches the 16:9aspect ratiopicture vertically.

• Zoom2: Stretches the Zoom I picture vertically.

• Wide Fit: Stretches the picture both horizontally and vertically to display the optimal picture.

• 4:3: Sets the picture to the 4:3 aspect ratio.

• Screen Fit: Displays the full native HD signal that cannot beviewed using a normal TV.

[_) Alternately, you can press the P.SIZEbutton on the remote control repeatedly to

change the picture size.

16:9 Zoom_

Wide Fit 4:3

Zoom2

Screen Fit

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Temporary image retention may occur when viewing a static image on the set for more than two hours.

[_ After selecting Zooral, Zoora2 or Wide Fit:

Press the _ or _. button to select Position, then press the ENTER_ button. Press the A or T button to move the picture up and down.

Reset: Press the _ or _ button to select Reset, then press the ENTER_ button.

You caninitialize the setting.

@ After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (1O8Oi/1080p)or Component (1O8Oi/1080p)mode, you made need to center the picture:

Press the _ or _. button to select Position, then press the ENTER_ button. Press the A, V, _1or _-button to move the picture.

Reset: Press the _ or _. button to select Reset, then press the ENTER_ button. The TV will be reset to 16:9.

@ HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1O80i/108Op(1920x1080), 720p (1280x720)

Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have connected to an input of the TV.

ATV,Video, Component (480i, 480p) 16:9, Zooral, Zoora2, 4:3

Component (72%) 16:9, Wide Fit, 4:3 DTV(1080i), Component (1080i, 1O80p),HDMI (72%, 1080i, 1080p) 16:9, 4:3, Wide Fit, Screen Fit

Digital NR If the broadcast signal received by your TV isweak, you can activatethe Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static

and ghosting that may appear on the screen.

• Off: Turns the Digital NRfunction off.

• Low: Sets Digital NR to low.

• Mediura: Sets Digital NR to medium.

• High: Sets Digital NR to high.

• Auto: Sets Digital NR toAuto.

HDMI Black Level You can directly selectthe black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.

• Normal: The screen gets brighter.

• Low: The screen getsdarker.

@ This function is active only when an external device is connected to the TV via HDMI.

HDMI Black Level function may not be compatible with all external devices.

Film Mode

The TV can be set to automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality.

• Off: Basic video image processing applied and Noauto-detection for film-based programs.

• Auto: Automatically adjusts for the best image qualitybetween film and video programs.

@ Film mode is supported in TV, Video, Component (480i / 1080i) and HDMI

(1080i).

Screen Burn Protection Configures the Screen Burn Protection options to prevent and reduce pixelburn.

When an image remains in one position too long, it may cause a permanent burn on the screen.

Preventing Screen Burn=in

To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot).

The Time setting allows you to program the timebetween movement of the picture in minutes.

• Pixe! Shift: Using this function, you can minutely move pixels on the PDP inhorizontal or vertical direction to prevent after-

images onthe screen.

@ Optimum condition for pixel shift;

Horizontal 0~4 2

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Vertical 0~4

Time(rain:) I~4 rain. 2 min.

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Side Gray: When you watch TV with the screen ratio of4:3, the screen is prevented from any damage by adjusting the white balance on both extreme left and right sides. To prevent the screen burn from happening, select Dark orLight.

- Dark: When you set the screen ratio to 4:3, it darkens the left and right sides.

- Light: When you set the screen ratio to 4:3, it brightens the left and right sides.

Reducing the Effects of Screen Burn If screen burn has occurred, you can select scrolling to help remove screen burn artifacts.

• Scrolling: This function removes after-images on the screen by moving all the pixels on the PDP according to a pattern. Use this function when there are remaining after-images or symbols on the screen, especially when you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time.

@ The after-image removal function has to be executed fora long time (approximately 1 hour) to effectively remove after-images

onthe screen. Ifthe after-image is not removed after performing the function, repeat the function again.

@ Press any key on the remote control to cancel this feature.

PictureReset_ ResetPictureMode/ Cancel

Resets all picture settings to the default values.

Select a picture mode to be reset. The reset is performed for each picture mode.

i Sound Control

Changing the Sound Settings

[:3 Mode

You can select the sound mode to best suit the programming you're watching.

• Standard: This sound mode isfor general purposes.

• Music: Music mode enables you to listen to music as if you are sitting in a concert hall.

• Movie: Movie mode enables you to experience live and full movie sound as if you are sitting ina movie theater.

• Clear Voice: Emphasizes voice over other sounds. Select this sound mode when watching news, soap operas, or documentaries.

• Custom: You can customize the sound settingsto suit your personal preferences.

/__) Youcan select these options simply by pressing the &MODE button on the remote

control.

Equalizer

The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences.

• Mode: Selects the sound mode among the predefined settings.

• Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and left speaker.

• 100Hz, 300Hz, lkHz, 3kHz, 10kHz (Bandwidth Adjustment): Adjusts the level of different bandwidth frequencies.

• Reset: Resets the equalizer settings to the default values.

[3 SR8 TruSurroundHD-_ Off/On

SRS TruSurround HD enables you to enjoy avirtual 5.1 Surround Sound effect over the TV's two speakers.

This function provides not only rich deep bass also improves high frequency resolution.

/__) Youcan select these options simply by pressing the SRS button onthe remote

control.

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D I G I T A L

Preferred Language(Digital)

DigitaI-TV broadcasts are capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages).

You can only select the language from among the actual languages being broadcast.

/__) Youcan listen ina language other than the Preferred Language by pressing the MTS button on the remote control.

TruSurround HD, SRS and the (®) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

[3 Multi-Track Sound (MTS) (Analog)

Mono: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in mono orif you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal.

• Stereo: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in stereo.

• SAP: Choose to listen to the Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign- language translation.

Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo, or SAP.

/__) Press the MTS button on the remote control repeatedly to select Mono, Stereo, or

SAP.

C3Auto Volume _ Off / On

Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it is not easy to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. This feature lets you automatically adjust the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high orby raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.

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Speaker Select

When you watch TV with it connecting to a Hometheater, turn the TV speakers off so you can listento sound from the Home theater's (external) speakers.

• External Speaker: Uses the external speakers(Home Theater) to output sound.

• TV Speaker: Uses the TV speakers to output sound. If you select External Speaker in the Speaker Select menu, the soundsettings will

be limited. The volume buttons and _ MUTE buttons do notoperate when the Speaker Select

isset to External Speaker. Please set the volume on your Home theater.

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Sound Output

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SoundReset

You can restore the Sound settings to thefactory defaults.

• Reset All: All the sound values returnto default settings.

• Reset Sound Mode: Current sound values return to default settings.

• Cancel: Select the sound reset options.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

l Function Description j

Configuring the Setup Menu

Language

You can set the menu language.

C3 GameMode _ Off ! On

When connecting to a game console such as PlayStationTM or XboxTM, you can enjoy a more realisticgaming experience by selecting the game menu.

When the Game Mode is On

• Picture mode is automatically changed to Standard andcannot be changed.

• Sound mode is automatically changed to Custom andcannot be changed. Adjust the sound using the equalizer.

• The Reset in the Sound menu is activated. Reset function initializes the Equalizer settings to the factory default setting. Game Mode is not available in regular TV mode,

If the picture is poor when an external device is connected to the TV, check ifGame Mode is On. If you display the TV menu in Game mode,the screen shakes slightly.

The mark (_) appears on the screen which means that Game Mode is on with the selected source. This function supports only game function.

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[_ V-Chip

The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed.

V-Ohip function is not available in HDMI, or Component mode. The default PIN number of a newTV set is '0-0-0-0'. If you forget the PiN, press the remote-control buttons in the following sequence,

which resets the pinto '0-0-0-0' : Power Off. -_ MUTE _ 8 _ 2 _ 4 _ Power On. Allow all: Press to unlock all TV ratings. / Block all: Press to lock all TV ratings.

V-Chip Lock -_ Off / On

Turns the V-Chipfunction on/off.

TV Parental Guidelines

First, setup a personal identification number (PIN) and enable the V-Chip. Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAArating.

• Base Categories

- TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over / TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance / TVo14:Viewers 14and over / TV-MA: Mature audience

• Sub-ratings

- All: Lock all TV ratings. / FV: Fantasy violence / V: Violence / S: Sexual situation

/ L:Adult Language / D:Sexually Suggestive Dialog

The V-Chip will automatically block certain categories that are more restrictive. For example, if you blockTV-Y category, then TVoY7will automatically be blocked. Similarly, ifyou block the TV-G category, then all the categories in the young adult group will be blocked (TV-G, TVoPG,TV-14 and TVMA). The sub-ratings (D, L, S, V) work together similarly.

MPAA Rating The MPAArating system uses the Motion PictureAssociation ofAmerica (MPAA) system and its mainapplication is for movies. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will

automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings

either MPAA or TV-Ratings).

G: General audience (no restrictions). PG: Parental guidance suggested.

PG-t3: Parents strongly cautioned. R: Restricted. Children under 17 should be accompanied by anadult.

N0-17: No children under age 17. X:Adults only.

NR: Not rated. While a particular category isselected, press the ENTER_ button to activate it.

The" _ "symbol will be displayed. Press the ENTER_ button to block or unblock the category. The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is More restrictive.

For example, if you blockthe PG-13 category, then R, N0-17 and X will automatically be blocked also.

Canadian English You can blockTV programs depending on their Canadian English rating.

C: Programming intended for children under age 8. C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8years and over to watch on their own.

G: General programming, suitable for all audiences. PG: Parental Guidance.

14+: Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. 18+: Adult programming.

The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is More restrictive. For example, if you blockG category, then PG, 14+ and 18+will automatically be blocked also.

Canadian French You can blockTV programs depending on their French Canadian rating.

• G: General

• 8 arts+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.

• 13 arts+: Programming may not besuitable for children under the age of 13.

• 16 arts+: Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16.

• 18 arts+: Programming restricted to adults. The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is More restrictive.

For example, if you block8 arts+ category, then 13 arts+, IG arts+ and 18 arts+ will automatically be blocked also.

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