Samsung SP55W3HF User Manual

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TELEVISION

SP42W4/42W5
SP43J9/43T6/43T7/43T8/43W6

SP47Q7/47W1/47W3
SP48T6

SP52Q7

SP54J9/54T6/54T7/54T8
SP55W3/55W9
SP62J9/62T6/62T8
SP65W3

Owner’s Instructions

Before operating the unit,

please read this manual thoroughly,

and retain it for future reference.

ON-SCREEN MENUS

PICTURE IN PICTURE

TELETEXT

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Important Warranty Information Regarding Television
Format Viewing

ENG

Standard screen format televisions (4:3, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are

primarily designed to view standard format full-motion video. The images displayed on them

should primarily be in the standard 4:3 ratio format and constantly moving. Displaying stationary

graphics and images on screen, such as the dark top and bottom letterbox bars (wide screen

pictures), should be limited to no more than 15% of the total television viewing per week.

Wide screen format televisions (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 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your

model offers this feature, and constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on

screen, such as the dark side-bars on non-expanded standard format television video and

programming, should be limited to no more than 15% 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 any stationary images that exceed the above

guidelines can cause uneven aging of picture tubes (CRTs) that leave subtle, but permanent

burned-in ghost images in the television picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and

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

On television models that offer picture sizing features, use these controls to view the different

formats as a full screen picture.

Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven CRT

aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered by

your Samsung limited warranty.

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Safety Instructions

ENG

◆ Do not expose the television to extreme temperature conditions or to extreme humidity conditions.

◆ Do not expose the television to direct sunlight and other sources of heat.

◆ Do not expose the television to any liquids.

◆ Never put objects of any kind into the television, and do not place a water-containing vessel on the

television.

◆ During a storm conditions (especially when there is lightning) unplug the television from the mains
socket and aerial.

◆ Do not step on or twist the power cord.

◆ Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

◆ Please use a soft and dry cloth (not containing volatile matter) when you clean the TV.

◆ If the television is broken, do not try to repair it yourself. Contact qualified service personnel.

◆ If the remote control is not used for a long period of time, remove the batteries and store it in a

cool, dry place.

◆ Do not drop the remote control.

☛

Displaying any stationary images that exceed the long time, it can cause uneven aging of
picture tubes that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the television
picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, and primarily display full
screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars.

This device is not for use in industrial environments.

Caution

WARNING: TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT

IN FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER, NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

The lightning flash and arrow head
within the triangle is a warning sign
alerting you of “dangerous voltage”
inside the product.

The exclamation point within the
triangle is a warning sign alerting
you of important instructions
accompanying the product.

☛

The main voltage is indicated on the
rear of the TV set and the frequency is
50 or 60Hz.

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ENG

Contents (continued)

◆ FOREWORD

■ Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing ........ 2

■ Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... 3

■ Caution .......................................................................................................... 3

◆ CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TELEVISION

■ Control Panels ............................................................................................... 6~7

■ Using a Display Deck .................................................................................... 8

■ Connection Panels ........................................................................................ 9

■ Infrared Remote Control ................................................................................ 10

■ Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control................................................ 11

■ Connecting to an Aerial or Cable Television Network ................................... 11

■ Switching Your Television On and Off........................................................... 12

■ Placing Your Television in Standby Mode..................................................... 12

■ Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control ................................................. 13

■ Plug and Play Feature................................................................................... 14~15

■ Viewing the Demonstration............................................................................ 16

■ Choosing Your Language.............................................................................. 16

■ Adjusting Convergence ................................................................................. 17

◆ SETTING THE CHANNELS

■ Storing Channels Automatically..................................................................... 18

■ Sorting the Stored Channels ......................................................................... 19

■ Storing Channels Manually............................................................................ 20~21

■ Skipping Unwanted Channels ....................................................................... 22

■ Fine Tuning Channel Reception.................................................................... 23

◆ USING YOUR TELEVISION (continued)

■ Freezing the Current Picture ......................................................................... 24

■ Changing the Picture Standard ..................................................................... 24

■ Adjusting the Picture Settings........................................................................ 25

■ Setting the Blue Screen Mode....................................................................... 25

■ Extra Picture Settings .................................................................................... 26

- SCAN MODE

- DIGITAL NR

- LNA (Low Noise Amplifier)

■ Selecting the Picture Size (depending on the model).................................... 27

☛

➢

Press Important Note

Symbols

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ENG

Contents

◆ USING YOUR TELEVISION

■ Changing the Sound Standard ...................................................................... 28

■ Adjusting the Sound Settings ........................................................................ 29

■ Setting the Dolby Pro Logic (depending on the model)................................. 30

■ Extra Sound Settings..................................................................................... 31

- AUTO VOLUME

- MELODY

- VIRTUAL DOLBY

■ Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) .................................. 32

■ Setting the Sleep Timer ................................................................................. 33

■ Setting and Displaying the Current Time....................................................... 34

■ Switching the Television On and Off Automatically ....................................... 35

■ Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) .............................................................. 36~37

◆ USING THE TELETEXT FEATURE

■ Teletext Feature ............................................................................................ 38

■ Displaying the Teletext Information ............................................................... 38

■ Selecting Display Options.............................................................................. 39

■ Selecting a Teletext Page.............................................................................. 40

■ Storing Teletext Pages .................................................................................. 41

◆ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON CONNECTIONS

■ Connecting to the External Input/Outputs...................................................... 42

■ Connecting to the DVD Input......................................................................... 43

■ Connecting to the Audio Output .................................................................... 43

■ Connecting to the RCA Input......................................................................... 44

■ Connecting to the S-Video Input.................................................................... 44

■ Connecting Additional Speakers ................................................................... 45

■ Viewing Pictures From External Sources ...................................................... 45

◆ RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE

■ Programming the Remote Control for Other Components ............................ 46

- TV Remote Control Codes ......................................................................... 47

- VCR Remote Control Codes ...................................................................... 48

- Cable Box (CATV) Remote Control Codes ................................................ 49

- DVD Remote Control Codes ...................................................................... 49

■ SCART Connector Wiring (AV1) ................................................................... 50

■ Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel................................ 51

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Control Panels (depending on the model)

( a ) Input Source Selection

( b ) Menu Display

( c ) Previous Channel

( d ) Next Channel

( e ) Volume Decrease

( f ) Volume Increase

( g ) Temporary Sound Switch Off

( h ) Remote Control Sensor

( i ) Power On/Off

( j ) Standby & Timer Indicator

➢

The actual configuration on your television may be different,
depending on your model.

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ENG

Control Panels (depending on the model)

➢

The actual configuration on your television may be different,
depending on your model.

( a ) Input Source Selection

( b ) Menu Display

( c ) Previous Channel

( d ) Next Channel

( e ) Volume Decrease

( f ) Volume Increase

( g ) Temporary Sound Switch Off

( h ) Remote Control Sensor

( i ) Power On/Off

( j ) Standby & Timer Indicator

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ENG

Using a Display Deck (depending on the model)

You can display a VCR or DVD Player, etc. by using the display
deck.

SP47W3/55W3/65W3

1 Press the symbol “ ” at the center of the display deck.

2 Hold the center of the door and lift it up in the direction of arrow till

a ‘ttok’ sound sounds.

3 After placing a component you have in the display deck, hold the

center of the door and pull it down.

4 Shut the door by pressing the symbol “”.

SP54T8/55W9/62T8

1 Hold the center of the door and lift it up in the direction of arrow.

2 After placing a component you have in the display deck, hold the

center of the door and pull it down.

➣

You should display only the component that is within
126mm high. When displaying a component in the
display deck, please space it out 30mm from the front,
20mm from either end.

SP47W3/55W3/65W3

SP54T8/55W9/62T8

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ENG

Connection Panels (depending on the model)

➢

The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on
your model.

RCA Audio/Video Inputs

S-Video Input

SCART Audio/Video Input/Output

Audio Outputs

DVD Inputs

Audio/Video Monitor Outputs

75Ω Coaxial Connector for Aerial
or Cable Network

Rear of the TV

a

Perfect Focus

Video Input

Audio Inputs

S-Video Input

Front of the TV Side of the TV

Rear Speaker Connectors

Center Speaker Connectors (Option)

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ENG

TELEVISION STANDBY

MAKE THE REMOTE CONTROL

WORKS FOR TV, VCR, CABLE,

DVD PLAYER

ONE, TWO, OR THREE-DIGIT

CHANNEL SELECTION

(DEPENDING ON THE MODEL)/

TELETEXT STORE (OPTION)

SURROUND ON/OFF DIRECTLY

TEMPORARY SOUND SWITCH OFF

MENU DISPLAY/

PROGRAMME SELECTION BY NAME

ON-SCREEN MENUS DISPLAY/

TELETEXT REVEAL

NOT AVAILABLE

TELETEXT DISPLAY/

MIX BOTH TELETEXT INFORMATION

AND THE NORMAL BROADCAST

VCR/DVD FUNCTIONS;

- STOP

- REWIND

- PLAY/PAUSE

- FAST FORWARD

TELETEXT SUB-PAGE

TELETEXT CANCEL

TELETEXT PAGE HOLD

AUTOMATIC ADJUST THE
CONVERGENCE

AUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFF

PICTURE SIZE/TELETEXT SIZE

PREVIOUS CHANNEL/
TELETEXT PREVIOUS PAGE

PICTURE FREEZE

SOUND MODE SELECTION

TUNER/CABLE NETWORK SELECTION

VOLUME INCREASE

➢

The performance of the

remote control may be
affected by bright light.

PIP FUNCTIONS;

- PIP ON/OFF

- CHANNEL SCAN

- INTERCHANGE THE MAIN AND
SUB PICTURE

- LOCATION SELECTION

REMOTE CONTROL SETUP

NEXT CHANNEL/
TELETEXT NEXT PAGE

EXTERNAL INPUT SELECTION/
TELETEXT MODE (LIST/FLOF)
SELECTION (OPTION)

PICTURE EFFECT SELECTION

SOUND EFFECT SELECTION

VOLUME DECREASE

CONTROL THE CURSOR IN THE

ON-SCREEN MENU

CHANGE CONFIRMATION

NUMERIC BUTTONS FOR

DIRECT ACCESS

(CHANNEL/TELETEXT PAGE)

FASTEXT TOPIC SELECTION

Infrared Remote Control

Power

VCRTV

SET

DVDCable

TV

Surround

S.STD

P. S TD

S.Mode

StillMute

VOL P

Menu Video

Display P.Size

Text/Mix Info. Sleep

Perfect Focus

PIP Scan Swap Locate
ON

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To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by
the set from one of the following sources:

◆ An outdoor aerial

◆ A cable television network

◆ A satellite network

1 In the first three cases, connect the aerial or network input cable to

the 75Ω coaxial socket on the rear of the television.

2 If you are using an indoor aerial, you may need to turn it when

tuning your television until you obtain a picture that is both sharp
and clear.
For further details, refer to:

◆ “Storing Channels Automatically” on page 18

◆ “Storing Channels Manually” on page 20

ENG

Rear of the TV

Cable Television

Network

or

You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when
you:

◆ Purchase the television

◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operating

correctly

1 Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing

the symbol downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it.

2 Insert two R03, UM4, “AA” 1.5V or equivalent batteries taking care

to respect the polarities:

◆+on the battery against +on the remote control

◆-on the battery against -on the remote control

3 Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote

control and pressing it back into place.

Connecting to an Aerial or Cable Television Network

Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control

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ENG

The mains lead is attached to the rear of your television.

1 Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.

➣

The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the television
and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz.

2 Press the POWER ( I ) button on the front of the television.

Result

: The Standby indicator on the front of the television

lights up.

3 Press the Power ( ) button on the remote control to switch the

television on.

Result

: The programme that you were watching last is re-

selected automatically.

➣

If you have not yet stored any channels, No clear picture
appears. Refer to “Storing Channels Automatically” on page
18 or “Storing Channels Manually” on page 20.

4 To switch your television off, press the POWER ( I ) button again.

Placing Your Television in Standby Mode

Your television can be placed in Standby mode, in order to reduce
the power consumption.

The Standby mode can be useful when you wish to interrupt
viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example).

1 Press the Power ( ) button on the remote control.

Result

: The screen is turned off and the Standby indicator on

the front of the television lights up in red.

2 To switch the television back on, simply press the Power ()

button again.

☛

Do not leave your television in Standby mode for long
periods of time (when you are away on holiday, for
example). Turn your television off by pressing the
POWER ( I ) button on the front of the television.
It is best to unplug the set from the mains and aerial.

Switching Your Television On and Off

Power

VCRTV

SET

DVDCable

Power

VCRTV

SET

DVDCable

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The remote control is used mainly to:

◆ Change channels and adjust the volume

◆ Set up the television using the on-screen menu system

The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and
their functions.

Button Viewing Function Menu Function

Used to display the next stored channel.

P

Used to display the previous stored channel.

to Used to display the corresponding channels.

-/--/---

Used to select a channel numbered ten or over.
Press this button, and enter the two or three-digit channel
number (depending on the model).

+

Used to increase the volume.

VOL

-

Used to decrease the volume.

Mute Used to switch the sound off temporarily.

➣

To turn the sound back on, press this button again, or

VOL-or VOL+button.

Menu Used to display the Used to return to the previous

on-screen menu system. menu or normal viewing.

▲

-

Used to...

➛❿ ◆ Display a submenu

▼

containing selections for
the current menu option.

◆ Increase/reduce a menu
option value.

-

Used to confirm your choice.

TV Used to switch the Used to exit from the menu

television on when it is system and return to normal
in Standby mode. viewing directly.

Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control

ENG

Power

VCRTV

SET

DVDCable

TV

Surround

Menu Video

Display P.Size

Text/Mix Info. Sleep

PIP Scan Swap Locate
ON

P.STD

S.STD

VOL P

S.Mode

StillMute

Perfect Focus

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ENG

When the television is initially powered on, three basic customer
settings proceed automatically and subsequently: setting the
language, channel and clock.

1 If the television is in Standby mode, press the POWER ( ) button

on the remote control.

Result

: The message PLUG & PLAY is displayed. It flickers for

a little while and then

LANGUAGE menu is automatically

displayed.

2 Select the appropriate language by pressing the ▼ or ▲ button.

Press the

MENU button to enter the language.

Result

: The message ANT. INPUT : CHECK is displayed.

➣

If any language is not selected on the Language menu, the
Language menu will disappear about 30 seconds later.

3 Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV.

Press the

➛ or ❿button.

Result

: The AUTO STORE menu is displayed with AREA is

selected.

4 Select your country by pressing the ➛ or ❿ button.

To search the channels, select

SEARCH by pressing the ▼ or ▲

button, and then press the ➛ or ❿ button.
Press the

MENU button to stop the search.

Result

: The TIME menu is displayed with CLOCK is selected.

➣

Refer to “Storing Channels Automatically” on page 18.

5 Press the ➛ or ❿ button to move to the hour or minute.

Set the hour or minute by pressing the

▼ or ▲ button.

➣

Refer to “Setting and Displaying the Current Time” on page

34.

6 When you have finished, press the MENU button.

Result

: The message ENJOY YOUR WATCHING is displayed,

and then the channel which has been stored will be
activated.

Plug and Play Feature

PLUG & PLAY

ANT. INPUT : CHECK

SELECT EXIT

AUTO STORE

AREA : ASIA W/EUROPE

SEARCH : -/+

SELECT ADJUST EXIT

TIME

CLOCK : -- : -- AM

TIMER : OFF

SELECT ADJUST EXIT

ENJOY YOUR WATCHING

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If you want to reset this feature...

1 Press the MENU button.

Result

: The main menu is displayed.

2 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select FUNCTION.

Result

: The options available in the FUNCTION group are

displayed.

3 Press the button.

4 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select PLUG & PLAY. Press the

button.

Result

: This feature starts with the message PLUG & PLAY is

displayed.

Plug and Play Feature

ENG

SELECT ENTER EXIT

FUNCTION

LANGUAGE : ENGLISH

TIME

√√

CONVERGENCE

√√

BLUE SCREEN : ON

PLUG & PLAY

√√

DEMONSTRATION

√√

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ENG

To become familiar with the various menus provided by your
television, you can view the inbuilt demonstration.

1 Press the MENU button.

Result

: The main menu is displayed.

2 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select FUNCTION.

Result

: The options available in the FUNCTION group are

displayed.

3 Press the button.

4 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select DEMONSTRATION. Press the

button.

Result

: Each of the menu options is displayed in turn.

➣

When you wish to exit from the demonstration, press the TV
button on the remote control.

Choosing Your Language

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

1 Press the MENU button.

Result

: The main menu is displayed.

2 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select FUNCTION.

Result

: The options available in the FUNCTION group are

displayed.

3 Press the button.

Result

: The LANGUAGE is selected.

4 Press the button again.

Result

: The languages available are listed.

5 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select the appropriate language.

Viewing the Demonstration

SELECT ENTER EXIT

FUNCTION

LANGUAGE : ENGLISH

TIME

√√

CONVERGENCE

√√

BLUE SCREEN : ON

PLUG & PLAY

√√

DEMONSTRATION

√√

SELECT ADJUST EXIT

FUNCTION

LANGUAGE : ENGLISH

TIME

√√

CONVERGENCE

√√

BLUE SCREEN : ON

PLUG & PLAY

√√

DEMONSTRATION

√√

Menu Video

Display P.Size