Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product SP43T8 Samsung
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COLOUR TELEVISION SP42W4/42W5 SP43J9/43T6/43T7/ 43T8/43W6 SP 47Q7 /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.
2 Impor tant W arranty Inf ormation Regarding T elevision F ormat V ie wing ENG S tandard 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.
3 S afety 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.
4 ENG Contents (continued) ◆ F OREWORD ■ Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing ........ 2 ■ Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... 3 ■ Caution .
5 ENG Contents ◆ U SING Y OUR T ELEVISION ■ Changing the Sound Standard ...................................................................... 28 ■ Adjusting the Sound Settings ....................................................................
6 ENG Contr ol P anels (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 So.
7 ENG Contr ol P anels (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 ) Previou.
8 ENG Using a Displa y Dec k (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.
9 ENG Connection P anels (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.
10 ENG SET DVD Cable VCR TV TV Surround S.STD P. S T D S.Mode T ext/Mix Info. Sleep Perfect Focus PIP Scan Swap Locate Still Mute VOL P Menu Video Display P .
11 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 75 Ω coaxial socket on the rear of the television.
12 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.
13 SET DVD Cable VCR TV TV Surround S.STD P .STD S.Mode T ext/Mix Info. Sleep Perfect Focus PIP Scan Swap Locate Still Mute VOL P Menu Video Display P .
14 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.
15 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 .
16 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.
17 If the color appears spread out or “smeared” on the screen, the convergence probably needs alignment. Be sure to use the remote control for the convergence adjustments. (The Convergence Adjustment can not be made by using the control buttons on the front panel.
18 ENG You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. However you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do not wish to watch.
19 This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using auto store. You can delete the channels you do not want to keep. 1 Press the MENU button. Result : The main menu is displayed.
20 ENG You can store the television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: ◆ Whether or not to store each of the channels found ◆ The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify 1 Press the MENU button.
21 7 If you know the number of the channel to be stored, see the following steps. ◆ Press the t or ▲ button to select CHANNEL . ◆ Press the ❿ button. ◆ Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel). ◆ Press the ❿ button.
22 ENG You can exclude the channels you chosen from the channels you scanned. When you scan through the stored channels, those you have chosen to skip are not displayed. All of the channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning.
23 If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine tune the channel manually. 1 Press the MENU button. Result : The main menu is displayed.
24 ENG You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the MENU button. Result : The options available in the PICTURE group are displayed. 2 Press the button. Result : The MODE is selected. 3 Select the required picture effect by pressing the ➛ or ❿ button repeatedly.
25 Your television has several settings which allow you to control picture quality. 1 Press the MENU button. Result : The options available in the PICTURE group are displayed. 2 Press the button. 3 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select ADJUST . Press the button.
26 ENG ◆ SCAN MODE You will normally find that scan mode is best set to AUTO to reduce any slight picture flicker. However, it is possible that some occasional broadcasts (NTSC-M) may benefit by changing the scan mode. AUTO , NATURAL , DIGITAL and PROG.
27 ENG T ext/Mix Info. Sleep Perfect Focus Display P .Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements simply by pressing the “ P.Size ” button. Depending on the model, the following picture sizes are available.
28 ENG You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. 1 Press the MENU button. Result : The main menu is displayed. 2 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select SOUND . Result : The options available in the SOUND group are displayed.
29 The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. 1 Press the MENU button. Result : The main menu is displayed. 2 Press the ▼ or ▲ button to select SOUND . Result : The options available in the SOUND group are displayed. 3 Press the button.
30 ENG You can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic surround effect fully with only surround speakers are connected to TV. This allows various modes for the main, center and rear speakers to be selected.
31 ◆ AUTO VOLUME Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it is not easy for you to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed.
32 ENG The “ S.Mode ” button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When power is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “ Dual-I ” or “ Stereo ” , depending on the current transmission. ➣ ◆ If the receiving conditions deteriorate, listening will be easier if the mode is set to the MONO .
33 You can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after the television automatically switches to Standby mode by pressing the “ SLEEP ” button. 1 Press the Sleep button on the remote control. Result : If the sleep timer is not yet set, OFF is displayed.
34 ENG You can set the television ’ s clock so that the current time is displayed by pressing the “ DISPLAY ” button. You must also set the time if you wish to use the automatic on or off timers. ➣ When pressing the POWER ( I ) button on the front of the television, the clock setting will be reset.
35 You can set the On/Off timers so that the television will: ◆ Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select ◆ Switch off automatically at the time you select ➣ The first step is to set the television ’ s clock (refer to “ Setting and Displaying the Current Time ” on the previous page).
36 ENG You can display a sub picture within the main picture of TV program or external A/V devices such as VCR or DVD. I n this way you can watch TV program or monitor the video input from any connected devices while watching TV or other video input. 1 Press the MENU button.
37 ☛ Easy functions of remote control Buttons Feature PIP ON Used to activate or deactivate the PIP function directly. Scan Used to scan every memorized channel in order. To stop scanning, press it again. Swap Used to interchange the main picture and the sub picture.
38 ENG Most television channels provide written information services via teletext. Information provided includes: ◆ Television programme times ◆ News bulletins and weather forecasts ◆ Sports results ◆ Travel information This information is divided into numbered pages (see diagram).
39 ENG S electing Displa y Options When you have displayed a Teletext page, you can select various options to suit your requirements. To display... Press the.
40 ENG S electing a T eletext P age You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. 1 Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result : The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.
41 ENG Storing T eletext P ages You can store up to four teletext pages to display them later at leisure. 1 Select the LIST mode using the button. Result : Four 3-digit numbers are displayed in different colours. ➣ The button is used to switch between the LIST and FLOF modes.
42 ENG Connecting to the External Input/Outputs ➢ AV1 is used for the equipment with an RGB output, such as video game devices or video disc players.
43 Connecting to the D VD Input ENG Connecting to the A udio Output ➢ The AUDIO OUT RCA connectors are used for equipment, such as an audio system (to take full advantage of the Surround sound effect). Rear of the TV A U D I O O U T L R Audio system ➢ The DVD RCA connectors are used for equipment with a DVD output.
44 Connecting to the RC A Input (depending on the model) ENG ➢ The RCA (VIDEO + AUDIO-L and R) connectors are used for the equipment, such as camcorders, video disc players, and some video game devices.
45 ENG Once you have connected up your various audio and video systems, you can view different sources by selecting the appropriate input. 1 Check that all the necessary connections have been made. 2 Switch your television on, then press the VIDEO button repeatedly.
46 ENG This TV ’ s remote control can operate almost any VCR, Cable box, or DVD, in addition to controlling the TV. ➣ The remote control might not be compatible with the TV manufactured by another company.
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50 SC ART Connector Wiring (A V1) ENG If you wish to connect other equipment via the SCART connectors on your television, contact your dealer or a qualified technician to wire the A/V cable as illustrated below.
51 ENG T roubleshooting: Before Contacting Service P er sonnel Before contacting Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer.
ELECTRONICS BP68-00027 B -0 0 (ENG) - AFTER SALES SERVICE - Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agent if a change in the performance of your product indicates that a faulty condition may be present.
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