Warning

User must use shielded signal interface cables to maintain FCC compliance for the product. Provided with this monitor is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations. It may be suitable for connection to any UL Listed personal computer with similar configuration. Before making the connection, make sure the voltage rating of the computer convenience outlet is the same as the monitor and that the ampere rating of the computer convenience outlet is equal to or exceeds the monitor voltage rating. For 120 Volt applications, use only UL Listed detachable power cord with NEMA configuration 5-15P type (parallel blades) plug cap. For 240 Volt applications use only UL Listed Detachable power supply cord with NEMA configuration 6015P type (tandem blades) plug cap.

IC Compliance Notice

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian nterference-Causing Equipment Regulations of ICES-003. Cet appareil Numrique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Rglemont NMB-03 sur les quipements produisant des interfrences au Canada.

Notice de Conformit IC

Cet appareil numrique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Rglement ICES-003 sur les quipements produisant des interfrences au Canada.

User Information

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. If necessary, consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. You may find the booklet called How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems helpful. This booklet was prepared by the Federal Communications Commission. It is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock Number 004-000-00345-4. The party responsible for product compliance: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numique de la classe B estconforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause unesired operation. This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with 15.119 of the FCC rules.

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Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing
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 (LCDs) 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 LCD aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered by your Samsung limited warranty.
[Note] If a still image is displayed for an extended period of time, residual images or blurring may appear. When you need to leave the monitor unused for an extended period of time, adjust the settings so that the monitor automatically goes into energy saving mode or activates the screen saver to display moving images.

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Operation

CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Your New TV. 1
List of Features.1 List of Parts.1 Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV.2 Front Panel Buttons.2 Rear Panel Jacks.3 Remote Control.4 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control.6

Chapter 5: PC Display.60

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display.60 How to Set up Your PC Software (Windows only).60 Adjusting the Screen Quality.61 Changing the Screen Position.62 To Initialize the Screen Settings.63 How to DVI Select.64 How to Auto Adjust.65
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting.66

Identifying Problems.66

Appendix.68
Installing Stand.68 Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock.69 How to Install the Wall Bracket.70 Pin Assignments.72 Specifications.73 Display Modes.74

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Chapter One

Y O U R N E W TV

List of Features
Your TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance unit that includes the following special features: Easy-to-use remote control Easy-to-use on-screen menu system Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off Adjustable picture and sound settings that can be stored in the TVs memory Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening Equiped, dual channel speakers Headphone jack for private listening 16:9 letter box format available depending upon source

List of Parts

Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Remote Control(BN59-00364B) & Batteries (AAA x 2)

RF CABLE (AA39-00039A)

POWER CORD (BH39-10339X)
FRONT SPEAKER (BN96-00568C)

STAND (BN96-00380A)

CORE(3301-001456) x5

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Familiarizing Yourself with The TV

Front Panel Buttons

The buttons on the front panel control your TVs basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control.
Press to turn the TV on and off.
Press to see an on-screen menu of your TVs features.

Power Indicator

Lights up when you turn the power off.

VOL +

Press to increase or decrease the volume. Also used to select items on the on-screen menu.

Remote Control Sensor

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

TV/VIDEO

(See Page 17) Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, VIDEO1, VIDEO2, S-VIDEO, Component 1, Component 2, PC/DVI).
Press to change channels. Also press to highlight various items on the on-screen menu. (Without the Remote Control, You can turn on TV by using the Channel buttons.)

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Rear Panel Jacks
Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 7-15.
VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT SUPER VIDEO INPUT HEADPHONE jack COMPONENT DIGITAL AUDIO IN jack PC AUDIO INPUT
PC VIDEO(DVI-D) INPUT SPEAKER OUT jack WOOFER OUTPUT RF INPUT Kensington Lock POWER INPUT

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Remote Control

Frequently Used Buttons

You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV.
Turns the TV on and off. (See Page 16)

LCD Screen

Shows the battery status and selected input source device. Shows the currently selected input source.

P.SIZE

Press to change the screen size. (See Page 38)

Input Select Button

Use to select an input source - TV, Set-top box (Digital Broadcast Receiver), video, cable or DVD. (See Page 18-20)

P.MODE

Adjusts the TV picture by selecting one of the preset factory settings. (See Page 27)
Press to temporarily cut off the sound. (See Page 17)
CH and CH (Channel Up/Down)
Press CH or CH to change channels.(See Page16)
VOL +, VOL Press to increase or decrease the volume. (See Page 16)
Displays the main on-screen menu. (See Page 17)
Press to display all of the available video sources. (See Page 25-26)

JOYSTICK

Use to select on-screen menu items and change menu values. (The remote control will only function with VCR or DVD units that are compatible with the LCD TV.)

Video/DVD Control Button

Use this button to control the video or DVD functions. Works only with compatible VCR or DVD players.

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Convenient Buttons +100
Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press +100, then press 2 and 1. (See Page 24)

PRE-CH

Tunes to the previous channel. (See Page 16)

Display Button

Press to display the current channel and audio/video settings. (See Page 17)

Sleep Timer

Press to select a time for the TV to turn off automatically. (See Page 54)

Press the menu to exit.

Automatic Channel Button
Press to automatically store selected TV/cable channels. (See Page 24)
See the PIP screen section of this manual. (See Page 36)

ADD/ERASE

Press to add or erase channels in the TVs memory. (See Page 25)
Press to stop the action during a particular scene. Press again to resume normal video. (See Page 38)

DNIe Button

Press to improve the digital video quality. (See Page 40)

MTS Button

Press to select MONO or STEREO mode. (See Page 47)
Press to switch to the PC mode.

Dolby Digital Button

Press to enjoy theater-quality 3-D sound. (See Page 41-45)

SET button PIP controls

(See Page 37) CH Displays the available channels in sequence. (These buttons change channels in the PIP window only.) SIZE Press to make the PIP window double, large or small. SWAP Exchanges the video signal that is currently displayed on the main screen with the signal in the PIP window. (While the main screen is in PC mode, it does not work.)
When your remote does not work, change the batteries and press the Initialize button for 2-3 seconds before use.

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Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
Slide the cover out completely.
Install two AAA size batteries.
Make sure to match the + and ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

Replace the cover.

Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you wont be using the remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from the TV. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.)
The remote control doesnt work!
Check the following: 1. Is the TV power switch on? 2. Is the selected source TV and not video, cable or DVD? 3. Are the plus end and the minus end of the battery reversed? 4. Did the battery run out? 5. Is there a power outage? 6. Is the power cord unplugged? 7. Is there a special fluorescent light or a neon sign nearby?

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C h a p t e r Tw o

I N S TA L L AT I O N
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas
If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads, below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads, on page 8. If you have two antennas, see Separate VHF and UHF Antennas, on page 8.
Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads
If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or rabbit ears) that has 300-ohm twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 30075 ohm adaptor (not supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.

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Connecting a VCR

These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 7-10). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.
Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV.
Connect the cable or antenna to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the back of the VCR.
Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the VCR and the antenna terminal on the TV.
A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store).
Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO jacks on the TV.
If you have a mono (non-stereo) VCR, use the Y-connector (not supplied) to hook up to the left and right audio input jacks of the TV. If your VCR is stereo, you must connect two cables.
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the VIDEO jack on the TV.
Follow the instructions in Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape to view your VCR tape.
# Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.

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Connecting an S-VHS VCR

Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.)
To begin, follow steps 13 in the previous section to connect the antenna or cable to your VCR and your TV.
Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV.
Connect an S-video cable between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the S-VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV.
An S-video cable is usually included with an S-VHS VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store.)
Connecting an External Input Source
Connect the Input/AUDIO cables to the Input/AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV and the Input/AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR (Connect the cables to the jacks of the same color.)
Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO jacks on the TV.
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR and the VIDEO jack on the TV.
Make sure that the output is set to TV. (See Page 33)
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Connecting a DVD Player
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV.
Connect a set of audio cables between the L, R AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player.

Connect a video cable between the COMPONENT1 or COMPONENT2 (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the TV and the Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the DVD player.
Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player owner's manual.
Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box
The connections for a typical set-top box are shown below.
Connect a set of audio cables between the L, R COMPONENT1 or COMPONENT2 AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set-Top Box.
Connect a video cable between the COMPONENT1 or COMPONENT2 (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the TV and the Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the Set-Top Box.
Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your Set-Top Box owner's manual.

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Connecting the Speakers

5.1. Channel system: 5 channels 2 channels for the front (left and right); 1 channel for the center; and 2 for the rear (left and right) 0.1 Channel Subwoofer Channel
Wind the speaker cable on the core twice or more.
1. Place the hooks on the speaker and the TV set. 2. Tighten the screws to secure the hooks.
How to Connect 1. Connect the speaker cables to the Speaker OUT jacks on the TV and the IN jacks on the speakers. 2. Connect the Subwoofer OUT jack on the TV to the subwoofer.
How to Turn the Sound On 1. Turn the TV on and press the TV/Input button to select TV. 2. Press the Volume button to adjust the volume level.
The center, rear (left and right) and the subwoofer speakers are sold separately. Contact the nearest electronics store to purchase them.

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Connecting a PC

Note: This figure shows the Standard Connector-jack panel. The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on the model. DVI-D TV rear panel PC rear
PC VIDEO CABLE ( DVI-D+DVI-D )

PC AUDIO CABLE

D-SUB TV rear panel

PC rear

PC VIDEO CABLE ( DVI + D-SUB)
PC AUDIO INPUT Connect these to the audio-output jacks on your PC. PC VIDEO INPUT Connect to the video output port on your PC.

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Chapter Three

S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S
Turning the TV On and Off

Press the POWER button.

You can also use the Power button on the front panel. [Note] 1. Use of the 'Power' button on the remote is possible only when the TV is in 'Power Saving' (stand-by) mode. If the TV is powered off, the remote cannot be used to turn the TV on. 2. To retain the time and or automatic alarm settings, always put the TV in stand-by mode with the remote control. Use of the the power switch on the TV will clear all time related settings. [Benefit] This full 'power off' function is as effective as unplugging the power cable. TV switches to stand-by mode when powered off by the remote control. To return power ( ) to the screen, press the remote control 'ON' or channel button ( ). Pressing the power button on the TV does not return power to the screen because in this case, the TV restores the last mode, which was 'Power Saving'.

017 015,016 NSC 024,046 015,016 Oak 024 015,016 Osk Sigma Panasonic 011,035,047,069 015,016,027,029,034,036,037,040,041,048,Philips 026,028,052 012,013,023,031,032, Pioneer 015,016 033,038,044,075,076,077 Randtek 008,035,074 011,012,020,021,042,056 RCA Hamlin 011,020,021 045,051,054 Regal Hitachi 010,041 Jerrold 012,013,023,031,032,033,038,044,054,070,073 Regency 045,051 SA Macom 000,011,030,052,071,072 Magnavox 015,016,027,029,034,036,037,040,041,048,049 Samsung Anvision Cable star Eagle Eastrm Int. General Instrument GI Signature 054 Sprucer 035 Starcom 054 Stargate Sylvania 019,067 Texscan 019,067 Tocom 025,029,057,058,063 Unika 039,040,049 Universal 059,060 Viewstar 015,016,027,029,034,036,037,040,041,048,049 Warner Amex 052 Zenith 022,050,065,069

DVD Codes

Philips Proscan RCA Toshiba Panasonic Sony Samsung 000

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Chapter Four

O P E R AT I O N

Plug & Play Feature

When the TV is initially powered On, two basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Setting Auto program, Clock.
Press the POWER button on the remote control. The message Plug & Play is displayed.
Press the ENTER button. The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.
Press the LEFT/RIGHT buttons to move to the hour or minute. Set the hour or minute by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons. (refer to Setting and Displaying the Current Time on page 51.)
The message Enjoy your watching. is displayed.

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Memorizing the Channels

Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both off-air (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH and CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual).
Selecting the Video Signal-source
Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e., an antenna or a cable system).

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Selecting a Menu Language
Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button.
Press the DOWN button to select Language. Press the ENTER button.
Press the DOWN button to select English, Franais, Espaol or Portugus. Press the ENTER button.

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Setting the Blue Screen Mode
If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the Blue screen mode to Off.
Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button.
Press the DOWN button to select "Blue Screen", then press the ENTER button.
Press the UP/DOWN buttons to set Blue Screen On. Press the MENU button to exit.
Pressing the UP/DOWN buttons will alternate between On and Off.

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To Select an External Output Device
You can select one from TV, Input1 (Component1), Input2 (Component2), and S-Video to send the signals to a device connected to the output jacks.
Press the DOWN button to select Video Out then press the ENTER button.
Press the DOWN button to select.
If a VCR is connected to the output jacks, you can record the signals coming from the source of your choice. If the output is set to TV and the PIP window function is on, you can select the audio from the PIP window. The output audio is automati cally changed to the audio from the PIP window.

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LNA (Low Noise Amplifier)
If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal).
Press the DOWN button to select LNA, then press the ENTER button.
Press the UP/DOWN buttons to set LNA On. Press the MENU button to exit.
Pressing UP/DOWN will alternate between On and Off.

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Fine Tuning Channels

Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception.
Select the appropriate channel.
Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button twice to select Channel, then press the ENTER button.
Press the DOWN button to select Fine Tune.

Press the RIGHT and LEFT buttons to adjust the fine tuning.
If you do not store the channel in memory, adjustments to the settings are applied before you change the channel but are not saved. Therefore they return to the original settings once you move to another channel. Useradjusted channels are marked with an asterisk * on the right-hand side of the channel number in the channel banner.

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Viewing Picture-in-Picture
This product has one tuner built-in, which does not allow PIP to function in the same mode. Please see 'PIP Settings' below for details. You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously watch two video sources. Note: While V-Chip is in operation, the PIP function cannot be used.
Activating Picture-in-Picture
Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN to select Picture, then press the ENTER button.Press the DOWN to select PIP.
Quick way to access the PIP menu: Simply press the PIP button on the remote control.
Press the ENTER button to select PIP On.
If you turn the TV off while watching and turn it on again, the PIP window will disappear.
Press the MENU button to exit. Note: Picture-in-Picture does not function when the V-Chip is active.

PIP Settings

Sub Picture Main Picture

PC Analog

PC DVI

TV Tuner1

TV Tuner2
PC Analog PC DVI TV Tuner1 TV Tuner2 AV1 AV2 S-VHS COMP1 COMP2

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O O X O O O O O O

O O O X O O O O O

O O O O X O O O O

O O O O O X O O O

O O O O O O X O O

O O O O O O O X X

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Swapping the Contents of the PIP image and Main image
When you press the SWAP button, the image in the PIP window will appear on the main screen, and vice versa.
While the main screen is in PC mode, it does not work.

Changing the PIP Channel

Press the PIP CH / button to change the channel that appears in the PIP window.
Changing the Size of the PIP Window
Press the SIZE button to alternate between a smaller and larger PIP window.
You cannot select the PIP window function when the TV set is in energy saving mode. You will see the Check the cable connection or Out of input range message on the screen in PC mode. Press the button once more to deselect PIP mode. You may notice that the picture in the PIP window becomes slightly unnatural when you set the main screen to game or karaoke mode. Switch the main screen and the PIP window for normal viewing. You can adjust picture position only by using the size menu.

To deactivate the On time, select Off during this step.
To set the Off time, press the DOWN button to select Off time. Press the ENTER button and set the hours and minutes. (Follow the same procedure as in steps 1~5 above.)
When finished setting the timer, press the MENU button to exit.
What is Absent Power Off? When you set the timer on, your television will be turned off if you do not operate any controls during 3 hours after you turn on the TV. This 'Absent power off' function is available in only 'Timer on' situation. This function will prevent the leakage accident or dissipation caused by the occation that your TV will be left in turned on situation for a long time due to 'Timer on'. (when you are away on holiday for example)

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Setting the Sleep Timer

Set the timer for the TV to turn off at the preset time automatically.
Setting the On/Off Timer Using the Menu
Press the DOWN button to select Sleep, then press the ENTER button.
Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons repeatedly until the correct time appears.
Easy Way to Set the Sleep Timer Press the button on the remote. The number on the screen changes from Off 150 180.

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Using the V-Chip

The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a Pin (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed.
Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (Pin)
Press the DOWN buttons to select V-Chip, then press the ENTER button.
The Enter Pin screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit Pin number. Note: The default Pin number for a new TV set is

0-0-0-0.

After entering a valid Pin number, the V-Chip screen will appear. Press the DOWN button to select Change Pin.
Press the RIGHT button. The Change Pin screen will appear. Choose any 4-digits for your Pin and enter them.
Note: If you forget the Pin, press the remote-control buttons in the following sequence,which resets the pin to 0-0-0-0: POWER OFF MUTE 4 POWER ON.
As soon as the 4 digits are entered, the Confirm new Pin screen appears. Re-enter the same 4 digits. When the Confirm screen disappears, your Pin has been memorized. Press the MENU button to exit.

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PG-13 PG-13 (Parents strongly cautioned).
NC-17 No children under age 17. X NR
While a particular category is highlighted, press the RIGHT button to activate it. A blinking letter (U or B) will be displayed. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select U orB. Press the MENU button three times to save the settings and to clear all screens. Note: The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is more restrictive. For example, if you block the PG-13 category, then R, NC-17, and Xwill automatically be blocked also.
How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (Emergency Escape)
If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: Excessive rating. To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using the number buttons. Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels. In this case, use the Menu button for an emergency escape: Select the V-Chip on the Menu. Enter your Pin number, and press the ENTER temporarily disable the V-Chip Lock. button to

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Chapter Five

P C D I S P L AY
Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display
How to Set up Your PC Software (Windows only)
The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. However, the actual screens on your PC will probably look different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in most cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.)
First, click on Settings on the Windows start menu. While Settings is highlighted, move the cursor so that Control Panel is highlighted. When the control panel screen appears, click on Display and a display dialog-box will appear. Navigate to the settings tab on the display dialog-box.
The two key variables that apply the TV-PC interface are resolution and colors. The correct settings for these two variables are: * Size (sometimes called resolution): 1280 x 768 pixels If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display settings dialog box, the correct value is 60 or 60 Hz. Otherwise, just click OK and exit the dialog box. * See Display Mode on page 74.

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PC D I S P L AY

Adjusting the Screen Quality
The purpose of the picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning alone, then do the frequency adjustments to the utmost and fine tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of screen. Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode.

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Problem Not Supported Mode! message.
The image is too light or too dark. Horizontal bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image. Vertical bars appear to flicker, The TV is using its power management system. jitter or shimmer on the image. Move the computers mouse or press a key on the keyboard. Screen is black and power Check that the display resolution and frequency from indicator light blinks steadily. your PC or video board is an available mode for your TV. On your computer check: Control Panel, Display, Settings. If the setting is not correct, use your computer utility Image is not stable and may program to change the display settings. appear to vibrate. NOTE: Your TV supports multiscan display functions within the following frequency domain: Horizontal frequency: 30 kHz ~ 61 kHz Vertical frequency: 56 Hz ~ 75 Hz Maximum refresh rate: 1280 x 768 @ 60 Hz Image is not centered on the Adjust the horizontal and vertical position. screen.
Possible Solution Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the video Adapter. Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes Timing Chart. Adjust the Brightness and Contrast. Adjust the Fine function. Adjust the Coarse function and then adjust the Fine function.

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APPENDIX

Installing Stand
The TV supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. To install any VESA mounting device, please follow the instructions given.

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<B>
Lower the TV set in the direction of the arrow (at a right angle) and fix the stand.
Use the four screws to tightly fix the stand.
Maintenance of Your LCD TV
WARNING: To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the TV cabinet (except for gaining access to the cable connectors as described on Chapter 2). Users cannot service the TV. User maintenance is restricted to cleaning as explained below: Unplug the LCD TV from the power outlet before cleaning. To clean your flat panel display screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water or mild detergent. If possible, use a special screen cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating. To clean the LCD TV cabinet, use a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent. Never use flammable cleaning material to clean your LCD TV or any other electrical apparatus.

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Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

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<Optional> The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The locking device has to be purchased separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. Please refer to the manual provided with the Kensington lock for proper use.