Samsung TA300 user manual

TA300

LED TV MONITOR

(MFM TV)

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

Digital TV notice

1.Functionalities related to Digital TV (DVB) are only available in countries/areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted or where you are able to access to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AAC) cable-TV service. Please check with your local dealer the possibility to receive DVB-T or DVB-C signal.

2.DVB-T is the DVB European consortium standard for the broadcast transmission of digital terrestrial television and DVB-C is that for the broadcast transmission of digital TV over cable.

3.Although this TV set meets the latest DVB-T and DVB-C standards, as of [August, 2008], the compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial and DVB-C digital cable broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.

4.Depending on the countries/areas where this TV set is used some cable-TV providers may charge an additional fee for such a service and you may be required to agree to terms and conditions of their business.

5.Some Digital TV functions might be unavailable in some countries or regions and DVB-C might not work correctly with some cable service providers.

6.For more information, please contact your local Samsung customer care centre.

The reception quality of TV may be affected due to differences in broadcasting method between the countries. Please check the TV performance in the local SAMSUNG Authorized Dealer, or the Samsung Call Centre whether it can be improved by reconfiguring TV setting or not.

Still image warning

Avoid displaying still images (like jpeg picture files) or still image element (like TV programme logo, panorama or 4:3 image format, stock or news bar at screen bottom etc.) on the screen. Constant displaying of still picture can cause ghosting of screen, which will affect image quality. To reduce risk of this effect, please follow below recommendations:

•Avoid displaying the same TV channel for long periods.

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

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

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

Securing the Installation Space

Keep the required distances between the product and other objects (e.g. walls) to ensure proper ventilation.

Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with the product due to an increase in the internal temperature of the product.The actual appearance of the TV may differ from the images in this manual, depending on the model.

Be careful when you touch the TV. Some parts can be somewhat hot.

Installation with a stand.

Installation with a wall-mount.

10 cm

	10 cm
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•An administration fee may be charged if either

–– (a) an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product

(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).

–– (b) you bring the unit to a repair centre and there is no defect in the product

(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).

•The amount of such administration charge will be advised to you before any work or home visit is carried out.

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Contents

Getting Started

Connections

Basic Features

Advanced Features

Other Information

4 Safety Precautions

11Accessories

12Viewing the Control Panel

13Viewing the Remote Control

14Connecting to an Antenna

14Plug & Play (Initial Setup)

15Connecting to an AV Device

16Connecting to a COMMON INTERFACE slot

16Connecting to a Audio device and PC

18Changing the Input Source

18How to Navigate Menus

19Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide)

19Using the Channel Menu

21Channel Menu

22Picture Menu

25Sound Menu

27System Menu

30Support Menu

32 Using the My Downloads

36Analogue Channel Teletext Feature

37Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand

38Assembling the Cables

38Anti-theft Kensington Lock

39Troubleshooting

43 Specifications

Check the Symbol!

TOOLS	This function can be used by	Note	Step by Step Guide
	pressing the TOOLS button on the
	remote control.

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		Safety Precautions
Icons used for safety precautions

	Warning	Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or
	Warning
		even a fatality.


	Caution	Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or
	Caution
		property damage.

Do not perform.

Must be followed.

	CAUTION			This symbol indicates that high voltage is
	CAUTION			present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind
				present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind
				of contact with any internal part of this product.
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN			of contact with any internal part of this product.
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
	CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE			This symbol alerts you that important literature
	COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.			concerning operation and maintenance has
	REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.			concerning operation and maintenance has
	REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.			been included with this product.
				been included with this product.

¦¦ Power Related

The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries.

Warning

Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power

outlet.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

Avoid plugging in or unplugging the power supply with wet hands.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock.

Avoid connecting multiple electric appliances to a single wall outlet.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire due to overheating of the wall outlet.

Plug the power plug in firmly.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire.

Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded wall outlet (for insulation class 1 equipment only).

yy Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or injury.

Avoid bending or twisting the power cord excessively and avoid placing heavy objects on the cord.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire due to a damaged power cord.

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Keep the power cord and the product away from a heater.

y Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fi re.

Caution

Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating.

yOtherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock.

When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord.

yOtherwise, it may result in electric shock or fi re.

If the pins of the power plug or the wall outlet are covered in dust, clean it using a dry cloth.

y Otherwise, it may result in fi re.

	Make sure to use only the power
	cord supplied by our company. In
	addition, do not use the power cord
	of another electric appliance.
!	y Otherwise, it may result in
!	electric shock or fi re.
	Connect the power plug to a wall
	outlet that can be easily reached.
	y When a problem occurs
	with the product, you must
!	unplug the power plug to cut
!	the power off completely.

You cannot cut the power off completely using only the power button on the product.

¦ Installation Related

Warning

Avoid placing burning candles, mosquitorepellentor cigarettes on

the product.

y Otherwise, it may result in fi re.

Ask an installation engineer or relevant company to install the product onto the wall.

y Otherwise, it may result in injury.

!	y	Make sure to use the specifi ed
	y	Make sure to use the specifi ed
		wall mount.

Avoid installing the product in a

Keep the plastic bags used to pack

badly-ventilated location such as

the product away from children.

inside a bookshelf or closet.

y If children place the plastic

y Otherwise, it may result in fi re

bags over their heads, they may

due to internal over-heating.

suffocate.

Avoid installing the product in a location that is unstable or exposed to excessive vibration

such as on an unstable or slanted shelf.

yThe product may fall and this may result in damage to the product or injury.

yIf you use the product in a location exposed to excessive vibrations, it may result in a problem with the product or

fi re.

Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rain drops) and installing it within a vehicle.

yThis may result in electric shock or fi re.

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Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight and installing the product near a heat source such as a fi replace or heater.

yThis may shorten the product life cycle or cause fi re.

Avoid installing the product where children may reach it.

yIf a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury.

ySince the front part is heavier, install the product on a fl at and stable surface.

	Bend the outdoor antenna cable		Install the antenna far away from
	downwards at the location where		any high voltage cables.
	it comes in the house so that		y If the antenna touches or falls
	rainwater does not fl ow in.		onto a high voltage cable, it
!	y If rainwater enters the product,	!	may result in electric shock or
!	it may result in electric shock	!	fi re.

or fi re.

Caution

Do not let the product drop while

moving it.

y This may result in a problem with the product or injury.

When installing the product on a
console or shelf, make sure that
the front of the product does not
the front of the product does not
protrude out of the console or
shelf.	!
shelf.
y Otherwise, this may cause the
product to fall off and result in
a malfunction or injury.
y Make sure to use a cabinet or
shelf suitable to the size of the
product.

		If the product is installed in a
		location where the operating
		conditions vary considerably,
	SAMSUNG	a serious quality problem may
	SAMSUNG	occur due to the surrounding
!		occur due to the surrounding
!		environment. In this case, install
		the product only after consulting
		one of our service engineers about
		the matter.

yPlaces exposed to microscopic dust, chemicals, too high or low temperature, high humidity, airports or stations where the product is continuously used.

Do not place the product face down on the fl oor.

yThis may damage the panel of the product.

When putting the product down, handle it gently.

yOtherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury.

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¦Cleaning Related

Warning

	Before cleaning the product,	When cleaning the product, do
	unplug the power cord.	not spray water directly over the
	y Otherwise, it may result in	product parts.
	electric shock or fi re.	y Make sure that water does not
	!	enter the product.
	!	y Otherwise, it may result in fi re,
		y Otherwise, it may result in fi re,
		electric shock or a problem with
		the product.

Caution

Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product.

y This may result in discoloration
or cracking of the exterior
of the product or the panel	!
coming off.	!

If you can't get the product clean
with just the supplied cloth, use a
with just the supplied cloth, use a
soft, damp cloth with a "monitor-
exclusive cleansing agent" and
exclusive cleansing agent" and
wipe the product with it.	!
y If no monitor-exclusive	!
cleansing agent is available,
dilute a cleansing agent with
water at a ratio of 1:10 before
cleaning the product.

When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean the product with the supplied cleaning cloth.

yAvoid using chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquitorepellent, fragrance, lubrication or cleansing agent when cleaning the product.

This may result in the exterior being deformed or the print being removed.

Since the exterior of the product is easily scratched, be sure to use the supplied cleansing cloth.

¦Usage Related

Warning

Since a high voltage runs through the product, never disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself.

y Otherwise, it may result in fi re	!
or electric shock.

yIf the product needs to be

fi xed, contact a service centre.

To move the product, turn the power off and unplug the power cord, the antenna cable and any other wires connected to the product.

yOtherwise, it may result in electric shock or fi re due to the damaged power cord.

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If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact a service centre.

!	yy Otherwise, it may result in
	electric shock or fire.

If you drop the product or the case is damaged, turn the power off and unplug the power cord. Contact a service centre.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire or electric shock.

When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug the power cord and under no circumstance touch the antenna cable as this is dangerous.

!	yy Otherwise, it may result in	!
	electric shock or fire.

Avoid moving the product by

pulling the power cord or antenna cable.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due !

to damage to the cable.

Avoid lifting up or moving the product by holding only the power

cord or signal cable.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due !

to damage to the cable.

Take care not to block the vent by a table cloth or curtain.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal overheating.

Avoid letting children hang or climb onto the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in the product falling and this may result in injury or death.

Avoid placing objects such as toys and cookies on top of the product.

yy If a child hangs over the product to grab an object, the object or the product may fall and this may result in injury or even death.

Avoid dropping an object over the product or cause impact to the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the product or the power plug and ventilate immediately.

yy A spark may result in an

explosion or fire.

GAS

yy During a thunder or lighting storm, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable.

Avoid using or placing inflammable spray or objects near the product.

yy This may result in an explosion or fire.

	Avoid inserting metal objects such
100	as a chopsticks, coins or hairpins,
	or inflammable objects into the
	product (the vents, ports, etc).

yy If water or substances enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service centre.

yy Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.

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Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, fl owerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product.

y If water or substances enter the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service centre.

yOtherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fi re.

Do not press down hard on the product. The product may become deformed or damaged.

Caution

Displaying a still image for a long

time may create a persistent image -_- or stain on the screen.

y If you do not use the product

for a long time, use the power-saving mode or set the ! screensaver to the moving

picture mode.

Set the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product.

y Otherwise, it may result in eye strain.

Watching the product from too close a distance continuously may damage your eyesight.

It is important to give your eyes some rest (5 minutes every hour) when viewing the product screen for long periods of time.

!	y This will alleviate any eye
	strain.

When not using the product for a long time such as leaving your

home, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

yOtherwise, it may cause dust accumulation and result in fi re caused by overheating or short circuit or result in an electric shock.

Avoid turning the product upside down or move the product holding only the stand.

yThis may cause the product to fall, resulting in damage to the product or injury.

Avoid using a humidifi er or cooker near the product.

yOtherwise, it may result in electric shock or fi re.

Since the display panel is hot after using it for a long time, do not touch the product.

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Keep the small accessories in
a location out of the reach of
children.
!	!
Avoid placing a heavy object over
the product.
yy Otherwise, it may result in a
problem with the product or
injury.
Be careful that children do not
place the batteries in their mouths
when removed from the remote
control. Place the battery in a
location that children or infants	!
cannot reach.	!
yy If children have had the battery
in their mouths, consult your
doctor immediately.
Use only specified standard
batteries. Do not use new and
used batteries together.
yy This may cause a battery to
break or leak and may cause	!
fire, injury, or contamination	!
(damage).

Take care when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand.

yy If your hand or finger is caught, you may be injured.

yy If the product is tilted excessively, the product may fall and this may result in injury.

When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high.

yy Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing.

When replacing the batteries, insert them with right polarity (+, -).

yy Otherwise, the battery may become damaged or it may cause fire, personal injury or damage due to leakage of the internal liquid.

The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary refuse and must be returned for recycling purposes. The customer is responsible for returning the used or rechargeable batteries for recycling.

yy The customer can return used or rechargeable batteries

to a nearby public recycling centre or to a store selling the same type of the battery or rechargeable battery.

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Accessories

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

The items’ colours and shapes may vary depending on the models.

Cables not included in the package contents can be purchased separately.

Check that there is no accessory hidden behind packing materials when you open the box.

[CAUTION: INSERT SECURELY LEST SHOULD BE DETACHED IN SET

y Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2)		y	Cleaning Cloth
y	Warranty Card / Safety Guide (Not available in some locations)	y	Power Cord
y	Stand Connector / Screws (4ea)	y	Stand Base

y User Manual

y Quick Setup Guide

y Cable Holder

y HDMI-DVI Cable

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Viewing the Control Panel

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

Power Indicator

Remote control sensor

SOURCEE

P(Power)

Speakers

Standby mode

Control Panel

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

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

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

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

Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the Ybuttons as you would use the ◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the zbuttons as you would use the ▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

Turns the TV on or off.

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

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Viewing the Remote Control

This is a special remote control for the visually impaired and has Braille points on the Channel and Number buttons.

Turns the TV on and off.

Have direct access to channels.

Alternately select Teletext ON, Double, Mix or OFF.

Adjusts the volume.

Displays the main on-screen menu.

Displays the Content Home, which includes Watch TV, My Downloads and Source.

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Move the cursor and select an item. Confirm the setting.

Returns to the previous menu.

These buttons are for the Channel List,

Channel Manager, My Downloads menu, etc.

Displays and selects the available video sources.

Returns to the previous channel.

TTX/MIX

		Cuts off the sound temporarily.
		Changes channels.
		Displays channel lists on the screen.
CONTENT	GUIDE	Displays the EPG (Electronic Programme
		Guide).
		Displays information on the TV screen.

				Exits the menu.
A	B	C	D
E-MANUAL	P.SIZE		AD/SUBT.	E-MANUAL: Not Available.
				P.SIZE: Selects the Picture Size.
				AD/SUBT.: Turns the audio description

on and off (not available in some locations). / Displays digital subtitles.

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

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Connections

Connecting to an Antenna

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.Preset: Connecting the mains and antenna.

ANT OUT

Power Input

Plug & Play (Initial Setup)

When the TV is initially powered on, a sequence of on-screen prompts will assist in configuring basic settings. Press the POWERPbutton. Plug & Play is available only when the Input Source is set to TV.

Before turning on the TV, make sure the antenna cable is connected.To return to the previous step, press the Red button.

1	Selecting a language
2	Selecting Store Demo
2	or Home Use

3	Selecting a country
3	(Depending on the
	country)
4	Setting the
4	Clock Mode
5	Selecting an antenna
6	Selecting a channel
7	Enjoy your TV.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTEREbutton.		POWER
Select the desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.		P
Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTEREbutton.
y	Select the Home Use mode. Store Demo Mode is for retail
	y environments.

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

yy Store Demo is only for shop display. If you select it, several functions are not able to use. Please select Home Use when you watch at home.

Press the uor dbutton, then press the ENTEREbutton. Select the appropriate country.

After selecting the country in the Country menu, some models may proceed with an additional option to setup the pin number. When you input the PIN number, “0-0-0-0” is not available.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.

yy Auto: Select the time zone (depending on the country) where you are located. yy Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTEREbutton. Select the Antenna source to memorise.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTEREbutton.

Select the channel source to memorise. When setting the antenna source to Cable, a step appears allowing you to assign numerical values (channel frequencies) to the channels. For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Tuning.

Press the ENTEREbutton.

If You Want to Reset This Feature...

Select System - Plug & Play (Initial Setup). Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number is “0-0-0-0” (France: “1-1-1-1”). If you want to change the PIN number, use the Change PIN function.

You should do Plug & Play (MENU → System) again at home although you did in shop.

If you forget the PIN code, press the remote control buttons in the following sequence in Standby mode, which resets the PIN to “0-0-0-0”(France: “1-1-1-1”): POWER (off) → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 → POWER (on).

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