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Wide screenformatLCD Displays(16:9, theaspectratioof thescreenwidth to height)are primarilydesignedtoview wide screenformat
full-motion video. Theimages displayedon them shouldprimarily be in thewide screen 16:9 ratioformat,or expanded tofill the screenif
your modeloffers thisfeatureand the images areconstantly moving. Displayingstationarygraphics and images onscreen,such as the dark
sidebars on nonexpandedstandardformattelevisionvideo and programming,should belimitedto no morethan5% ofthetotal television
viewing perweek.
Additionally,viewing otherstationary images andtext suchas stock market reports,videogame displays, station Iogos,websites or computer
graphics and patterns, should belimitedas describedabovefor att televisions.Displayingstationary images thatexceed theabove guidelines
can cause uneven agingof LCDDisplaysthat leavesubtle, but permanentburned-inghost images in theLCD picture.Toavoidthis,vary the
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On LCDmodels thatofferpicture sizingfeatures,use thesecontrols to viewdifferentformats as a futtscreenpicture.
Be carefulin the selectionandduration of televisionformats used for viewing.Uneven LCDagingas aresult offormatselection and use,as
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Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the !eft,
right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.
Playing a DVD or a game console may cause a similar effect to the screen.
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Contents
= List of Fea[ures.................................................................. 2 = Using YourTV as a Computer (PC) Display....................42
= Accessories ....................................................................... 2 = Display Modes............................................................. 42
= Viewing the Control Panel ............................................ 3 = Setting up the TV with your PC ....................................... 43
Viewing the Connection Panel......................................... 4
Remote Control ......................................................... 5
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .........................6 Setting the Clock ............................................................. 45
= Connecting Cable TV .................................................... 7
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable BoxlSatellite receiver
(Set-Top Box} via HDMI.................................................... 8
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver
_,Set-TopBox) via DVl .................................................. 8
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable BoxlSatellite receiver
(Set-Top Box} via Component cables ................................c
Connecting a Camcorder .................................................. 9
Connecting a VCR...................................................... 10
Connecting a Digital Audio System ................................. 11
Selecting a Menu Language ............................................ 49
Using the V-Chip.......................................................... 49
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages)
-Analog ........................................................................... 56
m Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages)
- Digital ....................................................................... 57
Adjusting the TV OnlOff Melody Sound...........................58
Setting the Light Effect ................................................ 58
= Setting the Entertainment mode ...................................... 59
Using the Energy Saving Fea[ure.................................... 59
= Connecting anAmplifier/DVD HomeTheater .................11 = Upgrading the Software................................................... 60
Connecting a PC ...............................................................
Turning the TV On and Off ......................................... 12 = Jsing the Photo List ........................................................ 62
Plug & Play Feature......................................................... 12 _ Sorting Photo List ........................................................ 64
Changing Channels .................................................... 13 = Viewing a Photo or Slide Show ...................................... 68
Adjusting the Volume................................................... 14
Viewing the Display ......................................................... 14
Viewing the Menus .......................................................... 14
Using the TOOLS Bution ................................................. 15
Memorizing the Channels ........................................... 15
To Select the Source ................................................... 17
To Edit the Input Source Name........................................ t7
Using the Music List ........................................................ 72
Sorting Music Lis[ ............................................................ 73
Playing a Music File......................................................... 77
= Using the Setup Menu ..................................................... 79
= What isAnynet+? ......................................................... 80
= ConnectingAnynet + Devices........................................... 80
= Setting UpAnynet _ ......................................................... 81
= Changing the Picture Standard ....................................... 18 = Scanning and Switching aetween Anynet+ Devices........81
Customizing the UictureSettings ..................................... 18 = Recording ................................................................... 82
Adjusting the Detailed Settings ........................................ 19 = Listening through a Receiver t-lome theater)................. 83
= Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults....22 = Troubleshooting for Anynet+ ....................................... 83
Configuring Picture Options............................................. 23
Viewin9 Picture-in-Picture .......................................... 27
= Changing the Sound Standard ........................................29
Customizing the Sound .......................................... 29
Setting the TruSurround XT .........................................30
E Choosing Preferred Language ........................................31
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound _MTS)track ................31
Automatic Volume Control .........................................32
,, Setting the TV Speakers OnlOff ............ 32
Listening to theSound of the Sub (PIP) Picture ..............33
Resetting the Sound Settings to the Factory Defaults.....33
Connecting Headphones (Sold separately) .................33
Disconnecting the Stand.................................................. 86
Auto WalI-Moun[ Adjustment (Sold separately) ..............87
Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) ............................. 88
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock ............................. 89
Specifications .......................................................... 90
Dimensions...................................................................... 91
Managing Channels ......................................................... 34
Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital............................40
Fine Tuning Analog Channels ..........................................4C
Checking the Digital-Signal Strength ...............................41
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General information
List of Features
•Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV's memory.
• Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off.
• A special sleep timer.
• Excellent Digital Interface & Networking :
With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Cable Box/Satellite receiver
(Set-Top Box) needed.
• You can listen to music files and view pictures on USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices.
• HDMI/DVI connection of your PC to this TV.
• Excellent Picture Quality
-DNle technology provides life-like clear images.
• SRS TruSurround XT
-SRS TruSurround XT provides a virtual surround system.
Accessories
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2)
(BN59-00673A)
Power Cord
(3903-000144)
Cover-Bottom
(LN40A540P2F: BN63-04437B)
(LN46A540P2F: BN63-04374B)
(LN52A540P2F: BN63-04374B)
Warranty Card /Registration Card /
Safety Guide Manual
(Not available in all locations)
Cleaning Cloth Ferrite Core
Owner's Instructions
(aN63-01798A) (3301-001110)
The items color and shape may vary depending on the model.
Ferrite Core (Power Cord)
The ferrite cores are used to shield the cables from interference. When
connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the cable near the
plug.
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Viewing the Control Panel
Buttons on the Lower=Right Part of the Panel
The buttons on the lower-right panel control your TV's basic features, including the on-screen menu.
To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control.
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The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
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Side Panel buttons
O SOURCE
Toggles between all the available input sources
(TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component1, Component2,
PC, HDMI1, HDMI2/DVI, HDMI3, USB). In the on-
screen menu, use this button as you would use the
ENTER _ button on the remote control.
OMENU
Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features.
O =VOL +
Press to increase or decrease the volume.
In the on-screen menu, use the = VOL + buttons as you
would use the _ and !_ buttons on the remote control.
O vCH^
Press to change channels.
In the on-screen menu, use the v CH ^ buttons as
you would use the T and A buttons on the remote
control.
@ (Power)
Press to turn the TV on and off.
OREMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
POWER INDICATOR
Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up
in stand-by mode.
SPEAKERS

Viewing the Connection Panel
Use the connection panel jacks to connect A!V components that will be connected continuously, such as DVD players or a
VCR. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 6~11.
[TV Rear Panel] [TV Side Panel]
O AUDIO OUT
Connects to the audio input jacks on your Amplifier/
Home theater.
ODIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)
Connects to a Digital Audio component.
OPC IN [PC] /[AUDIO]
Connects to the video and audio output jacks on your PC.
O HDMI IN 1, 2, 3 /DVl IN(HDMI2)[R=AUDIO=L]
Connects to the HDMI jack of a device with an HDMI
output.
- No sound connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI
connection.
Use the HDMI IN 2 jack for DVI connection to an
external device. Use a DVI to HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI
adapter (DVI to HDMI) for video connection and the
DVI IN (HDMI2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks for audio.
- When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must
use the HDMI IN 2jack.
O ANT iN
Connects to an antenna or cable TV system.
O WISELINK
Connect a USB mass storage device to view photo files
and play audio files.
O AVIN2
Video and audio inputs for external devices, such as a
camcorder or VCR.
S-VIDEO
Connects an S-Video signal from a camcorder or VCR.
O _'_ (HEADPHONE)
Connects a set of external headphones for private
listening.
O POWER iNPUT
Connects the supplied power cord.
@COMPONENT IN 1, 2/AV iN 1
Connects Component video/audio.
The COMPONENT IN 1jack is also used as the
AV IN 1jack.
- Connect the video cable to the COMPONENT IN 1
[Y/VIDEO] jack and the audio cable to the
COMPONENT IN 1 JR-AUDIO-L] jacks.
_}D EX-LINK
Connect this to the jack on the optional wall mount
bracket. This will allow you to adjust the TV viewing
angle using your remote control.
li_ KENSINGTON LOCK
The Kensington Lock (optional) is a device used to
physically fix the system when used in a public place.
If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer
where you purchased the TV.
_'- The location of the Kensington Lock may be different
depending on its model.

Remote Control
You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV.
OPOWER
Turns the TV on and off.
O TV
Selects the TV mode directly.
O NUMERIC BUTTONS
Press to change the channel.
@[z}
Press to select additional
channels (digital and analog) _)
being broadcast by the same
station. For example, to select
channel "54-3", press "54",
then press "[Z_" and "3".
0 u*(MUTE)
Press to temporarily cut offthe _)
sound.
0 VOL=/VOL+
Press to increase or decrease
the volume. (_
OOH LIST
Used to display Channel Lists
on the screen.
OTOOLS
Use to quickly select frequently
used functions. @
O INFO
Press to display information on
the TV screen.
_) COLOR BUTTONS
Use these buttons in the
Channel list, WISELINK, etc.
CO
Controls the caption decoder.
_) E.MODE
Press to select the preset
display and sound modes for
sports, cinema and games.
_) Use these buttons in the
DMA, WlSELINK and Anynet +
modes.
(1_: This remote can be
used to control recording on
Samsung recorders with the
Anynet + feature)
_) [_ ON/OFF
Press to backlight the buttons
on the remote. This function is
convenient for using at night or
when the room is dark. (Using
the remote control with the
ON/OFF _ light button set
to On will reduce the battery
usage time.)
_) PRE-CH
Tunes to the previous channel.
_) CHv/CH^
Press to change channels.
6_ SOURCE
Press to display and select the
available video sources.
@
W.LINK (WISELINK)
This function enables you to
view and play photo and music
fJJesfrom an externaJ device.
(Refer to pages 62 (Photo) and
72 (Music))
MENU
Displays the main on-screen
menu.
RETURN
Returns to the previous menu.
UPA /DOWNT /LEFT4 /
RIGHT_ /ENTER {3_
Use to select on-screen menu
items and change menu values.
EXIT
Press to exit the menu.
DMA (Digital Media Adapter)
Use this when connecting
a SAMSUNG DMA device
through an HDMI interface and
switching to DMA mode.
For more information on the
operating procedures, refer to
the user manual of the DMA.
This button is available when
"Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) '' is "On".
(see page 81)
MTS
Press to choose stereo, mono
or Separate Audio Program
(SAP broadcast).
FAV.CH
Press to switch to your favorite
channels.
P.SIZE
Picture size selection.
> The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.
POWER

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
t, Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure.
2. Install twoAAAsize batteries.
>- Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the
compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
>- Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won't 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 should last for about one year.)
>- Using the remote control with the ON/OFF _ light button set to On will reduce the
battery usage time.
If the remote control doesn't work, check the following:
1. Is the TV power on?
2.Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed?
3.Are the batteries drained?
4. Is there a power outage or is the power cord unplugged?
5. Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby?
Connections
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas
If your antenna has a set of leads that look like the diagram to the right, see "Antennas
with 300 _ Flat Twin Leads" below.
If your antenna has one lead that looks like the diagram to the right, see "Antennas with
75 [QRound Leads".
If you have two antennas, see "Separate VHF and UHF Antennas".
Antennas with 300 Q Fiat Twin Leads
If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or "rabbit ears") that has 300
twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
1. Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 300-75 _ adapter (not
supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.
2. Plug the adaptor into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.
Antennas with 75 Q Round Leads
1, Plug the antenna lead into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas
If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before
connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics
shops).
1. Connect both antenna leads to the combiner.
2. Plug the combiner into the ANT IN terminal on the bottom of the rear panel.

Connecting Cable TV
To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below.
Cable without aCable Box
1, Plug the incoming cable into the ANT iN terminal on the back of the TV.
>- Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view
unscrambled cable channels.
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels
1, Find the cable that is connected to the ANT OUT terminal on your cable box.
>- This terminal might be labeled "ANT OUT", "VHF OUT" or simply, "OUT".
2, Connect the other end of this cable to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.
Connecting to aCable Box that Descrambles Some Channels
If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need
a two-way splitter, an RF (A!B) switch and four lengths of RF cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)
1, Find and disconnect the cable that is
connected to the ANT IN terminal on _t _]_'l
your cable box. _ ANTIN
>- This terminal might be labeled
"ANT IN", "VHF IN" or simply, "IN". --
2, Connect this cable to a two-way
splitter.
3,
4,
Connect an RF cable between the
OUTPUT terminal on the splitter and
the IN terminal on the cable box.
Connect an RF cable between the
ANT OUT terminal on the cable box
and the B-IN terminal on the RF(A/B)
switch.
Incoming
cable Splitter
Inconiing
cable Splitter _J
Cable Box
SpliCer
Switch
5, Connect another cable between the
other OUT terminal on the splitter and
the A-IN terminal on the RF (A/B)
switch. Incoming cable
S litter RF (NB)
Cable Box Switch
6, Connect the last RF cable between
the OUT terminal on the RF (A/B)
switch and the ANT IN terminal on the
rear of the TV. cable Splitter L
_ ANT IN
ic,_ oL
r
RF(A/B)
Cable Box Switch
After you have made this connection, set the A/B switch to the "A" position for normal viewing. Set the A/B switch to the "B"
position to view scrambled channels. (When you set the A/B switch to "B", you will need to tune your TV to the cable box's
output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)

Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellitereceiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI
This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on the external device.
1, Connect an HDMI Cable
between the HDMI IN
(1, 2 or 3) jack on the
TV and the HDMI jack
on the DVD Player or
Cable Box/Satellite
receiver (Set-Top Box).
DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver
(Set-Top Box) Rear Panel
_i "HDMI Cable (Not supplied)
TV Rear Panel
TV Side Panel
>- What is HDMI?
•HDMl(High-Definition Multimedia Interface), is an interface that enables the
transmission of digital audio and video signals using a single cable.
•The difference between HDMI and DVI is that the HDMI device is smaller in size and
has the HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) coding feature installed.
>- Each DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) has a different back
panel configuration.
>- The TV may not output sound and pictures may be displayed with abnormal color when
DVD players/Cable Boxes/Satellite receivers supporting HDMI versions older than 1.3
are connected. When connecting an older HDMI cable and there is no sound, connect
the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN 2 jack and the audio cables to the DVI IN (HDMI2)
[R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the back of the TV. If this happens, contact the company that
provided the DVD player/Cable Box/Satellite receiver to confirm the HDMI version, then
request an upgrade.
>- HDMI cables that are not 1.3 may cause annoying flicker or no screen display.
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVl
This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on the external device.
1, Connect a DVl to HDMI
Cable or DVI-HDMI
Adapter between the
HDMI IN 2jack on the
TV and the DVI jack
on the DVD Player or
Cable Box/Satellite
receiver (Set-Top Box).
2. Connect Audio Cables
between the DVI IN
(HDMI 2)[R-AUDIO-L]
jack on the TV and the
DVD Player or Cable
Box/Satellite receiver
(Set-Top Box).
TV Rear Panel
DVD Player or Cable Box/
Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box)
L_ 'l
>- Each DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) has a different back
panel configuration.
>- When connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box), match
the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 jack.

ConnectingaOVOPlayerorCableBoxlSatellitereceiver(Set=TopBox)viaComponentcables
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) to your TV.
1, Connect a Component
Cable between the
COMPONENT IN
(1 or 2) [Y, PB, PR]
jacks on the TV and the
COMPONENT
[V,PB, PR]jacks on the
DVD Player or Cable
Box/Satellite receiver
(Set-Top Box).
2. Connect Audio
Cables between the
COMPONENT IN(1 or
2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on
the TV and the AUDIO
OUT jacks on the
DVD Player or Cable
Box/Satellite receiver
(Set-Top Box).
DVD Player or Cable Box /
Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box)
TV Rear Panel
Component video separates the video into Y (Luminance (brightness)), Pb (Blue) and
Pr (Red) for enhanced video quality.
Be sure to match the component video and audio connections.
For example, if connecting a Component video cable to COMPONENT IN 1, connect
the audio cable to COMPONENT IN 1 also.
>- Each DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) has a different back
panel configuration.
>- When connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box), match
the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
Connecting a Camcorder
The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV.
They allow you to view the camcorder tapes without using a VCR.
1. Connect a Video Cable
2=
(or S-Video Cable)
between the AV IN 2
[VIDEO] (or S-VIDEO)
jack on the TV and the
VIDEO OUT jack on the
camcorder.
Connect Audio Cables
between the AV IN 2
[R-AUDIO-L] jacks on
the TV and the AUDIO
OUT jacks on the
camcorder.
Camcorder
Audio Cable
(Not supplied)
TV Side Panel
>- Each Camcorder has a different back panel configuration.
>- When connecting a Camcorder, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.

Connecting aVCR
Video Connection
These instructionsassume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the
instructions on pages 6~7). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.
1, Unplug the cable or
2=
3=
4=
5=
antenna from the back
of the TV.
Connect the cable or
antenna to the ANT IN
terminal on the back of
the VCR.
Connect an RF Cable
between the ANT OUT
terminal on the VCR
and the ANT IN terminal
on the TV.
Connect a Video Cable
between the VIDEO
OUT jack on the
VCR and the AV IN 1
[Y/VIDEO] orAV IN 2
[VIDEO] jack on the TV.
Connect Audio Cables
between the AUDIO
OUT jacks on the VCR
and theAV IN 1(orAV
IN 2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks
on the TV.
>- If you have a "mono"
(non-stereo) VCR,
use a Y-connector
(not supplied) to
connect to the
right and left audio
input jacks of the
TV.Alternatively,
connect the cable to
the "R" jack. If your
VCR is stereo, you
must connect two
cables.
S-Video Connection
VCR Rear Panel
@ _i _ Audio Cable (Not supplied)
l_ii Video Cable (Not supplied)
_! RF Cable (Not supplied)
TV Rear Panel TV Side Panel
Follow the instructions in "Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape" to view your VCR tape.
>- Each VCR has a different back panel configuration.
>- When connecting a VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
>- When connecting to AV IN 1, the color of the AV IN 1 [Y/VIDEO] jack (Green) does not
match the color of the video cable (Yellow).
An S-Video cable may be included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store.)
>- Each VCR has a different back panel configuration.
>- When connecting a VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
to a standard VCR.)
1. To begin, follow steps
1-3 in the previous
section to connect the
antenna or cable to your
VCR and your TV.
2. Connect an S-Video
Cable between the
S-VIDEO OUT jack on
the VCR and the
AV IN 2 IS-VIDEO] jack
on the TV.
3, Connect Audio Cables
between the AUDIO
OUT jacks on the VCR
and theAV IN 2
[R-AUDIO-L] jacks on
the TV.
VCR Rear Panel
TV Rear Panel
TV Side Panel
Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video jack on a VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared

Connecting aDigital Audio System
The rear panel jacks on your TV make iteasy to connect a Digital Audio System (Home theater/Receiver) to your TV.
1, Digital Audio System TV Rear Panel
Connect an Optical Cable
between the "DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT (OPTICAL)" jacks on
the TV and the Digital Audio
Input jacks on the Digital Audio
System.
When a Digital Audio System
is connected to the "DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)" jack:
Decrease the volume of the
TV and adjust the volume
level with the system's volume
control.
_1 Cable (Not supplied)
5.1CH audio is possible when the TV is connected to an external device
supporting 5.1CH.
Each Digital Audio System has a different back panel configuration.
When the receiver (home theater) is set to On, you can hear sound output from
the TV's Optical jack. When the TV is displaying a DTV(air) signal, the TV will send
out 5.1 channel sound to the Home theater receiver. When the source isa digital
component such as a DVD and is connected to the TV via HDMI, only 2 channel
sound will be heard from the Home Theater receiver. If you want to hear 5.1 channel
audio, connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)jack on the DVD player or
Cable/Satellite Box directly to anAmplifier or Home Theater, notthe TV.
Connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater
t= Connect Audio Cables
between the AUDIO OUT
[R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV
and AUDIO IN JR-AUDIO-L]
jacks on the Amplifier/DVD
Home Theater.
When an audio amplifier is
connected to the "AUDIO OUT
[R-AUDIO-L]" jacks: Decrease
the volume of the TV and
adjust the volume level with
the Amplifier's volume control.
Connecting a PC
Amplifier/DVD Home Theater
TV Rear Panel
Audio Cable (Not supplied)
Each Amplifier/DVD Home Theater has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater, match the color of the
connection terminal to the cable.
Using the D=Sub Cable
1. Connect a D-Sub Cable
between PC IN [PC] connector
on the TV and the PC output
connector on your computer.
2. Connect a PCAudio Cable
between the PC IN [AUDIO]
jack on the TV and the Audio
Out jack of the sound card on
your computer.
Using the HDMI/DVI Cable
1, Connect an HDMI/DVI cable
between the HDMI IN 2 jack
on the TV and the PC output
jack on your computer.
2, Connect a 3.5 mm Stereo mini-
plug/2RCA Cable between the
DVl IN(HDMI2)JR-AUDIO-L]
jack on the TV and the Audio
Out jack of the sound card on
your computer.
Using the D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel
TV Rear Panel
Using the HDMI/DVI Cable
3.5 mm St ..... ini- tug/2RCA Cable (Not supplied)_/_ _[!:i-
HDMt/DVt Cable (Not supplied) J
>- Each PC has a different back panel configuration.
>- When connecting a PC, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
>- When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 terminal.

Operation
POWER
Turning the TV On and Off
Press the POWER(b button on the remote control.
You can also use the POWER_ button on the TV.
Plug &Play Feature
TV
When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and
subsequently.
1, Press the POWER button on the remote control.
The message "Menu Language, Store Demo, Channels, and Time will be
set." is displayed.
Press the ENTER 13_button, then "Select language of the OSD." menu
is automatically displayed. Press the ENTER _ button.
2, Press the A or _ button to select language, then press the ENTER C*_
button. The message "Select 'Home Use' when installing this TV in your
home." is displayed.
3_ Press the _1or I_ button to select "Store Demo" or "Home Use", then
press the ENTER _ button. The message "Select the Antenna source to
memorize." is displayed.
>- We recommend setting the TV to "Home Use" mode for the best picture in
your home environment.
>- "Store Demo" mode is only intended for use in retail environments.
>- If the unit is accidentally set to "Store Demo" mode and you want to return
to "Home Use" (Standard): Press the Volume button on the TV. When the
volume OSD is displayed, press and hold the MENU button on the TV for
5 seconds.
4_ Press the A or _!' button to memorize the channels of the selected
connection. Press the ENTER _ button to select "Start".
>- Air: "Air" antenna signal.
Cable: "Cable" antenna signal.
Auto: "Air" and "Cable" antenna signals.
>- In Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among STD,
HRC, and IRC by pressing the _,, T, 4 or I_ button, then press the
ENTER _ button. If you have Digital cable, select the cable system
signal source for both Analog and Digital. Contact your local cable
company to identify the type of cable system that exists in your particular
area.
5_ The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.
>- To stop the search before it has finished, press the ENTER _ button with
"Stop" selected.
After all the available channels are stored, it starts to remove scrambled
channels (see page 40). And then, the Auto program menu reappears.
Press the ENTER _ button when channel memorization is complete.
The message "Set the Clock Mode." is displayed.

6=
7=
Press the ENTER _ button.
Press the A or T button to select "Auto", then Press the ENTER _ button.
The message "Set to daylight saving time." is displayed.
If you select "Manual", "Set current date and time" is displayed.
(See page 45)
Press the A or • button to select "Off" or "On", then press the ENTER
button. The message "Select the time zone in which you live." is displayed.
8, Press the _, or T button to highlight the time zone for your local area.
Press the ENTER _ button. If you have received a digital signal, the time
will be set automatically. If not, see page 45 to set the clock.
9, The message "Enjoy your watching." is displayed.
When you have finished, press the ENTER _ button.
If you want to reset this feature...
1, Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the A or T button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER _ button.
2, Press the ENTER _ button again to select "Plug & Play".
For further details on setting up options, refer to the pages 12~13.
>- The "Plug & Play" feature is only available in the TV mode.
Changing Channels
Using the Channel Buttons
1, Press the CH v or OH ^ button to change channels.
>- When you press the OH v or OH ^ button, the TV changes channels in
sequence.
You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must
have memorized at least three channels). You will not see channels that
were either erased or not memorized. See page 16to memorize channels.
Using the Number Buttons
1, Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel. For example, to select
channel 27, press 2, then 7.
>- For quick channel change, press the number buttons, then press the
ENTER _ button. |

Using the [_B Button
The [_ button is used to select stations that broadcast a digital signal.
1. For example, for Channel 7-1, press 7, then [_, then 1.
>- HD indicates the TV is receiving a Digital High Definition signal.
SD indicates the TV is receiving a Standard Definition signal.
>- For quick channel change, press the number buttons, then press the
ENTER _ button.
Using the PRE=CH Button to select the Previous Channel
1. Press the PRE=CH button. The TV will switch to the last channel viewed.
To quickly switch between two channels that are far apart, tune to one
channel, then use the number button to select the second channel.
Then use the PRE=OH button to quickly alternate between them.
Adjusting the Volume
Using the Volume Button
1. Press the VOL -or VOL + button to increase or decrease the volume.
Using the MUTE button
At any time, you can cut off the sound using the MUTE button.
1. Press MUTE button and the sound cuts off.
"_" is displayed on the screen.
2. To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again or simply press the
VOL = or VOL + button.
Viewing the Display
The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video
settings.
1. Press the INFO button on the remote control.
The TV will display the channel, the type of sound, and the status of certain
picture and sound settings.
Press the INFO button once more or wait approximately 10 seconds and
the display disappears automatically.
Viewing the Menus
t. With the power on, press the MENU button.
The main menu appears on the screen.
The menu's left side has icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, Input,
Application.
2. Press the A or • button to select one of the icons.
Then press the ENTER _ button to access the icon's sub-menu.
3. Press the EXIT button to exit.
The on-screen menus disappear from the screen after about one minute.

Using the TOOLS Button
You can use the TOOLS button to select your frequently used functions quickly and easily. The "TOOLS" menu changes
depending on which external input mode you are viewing.
1. Press the TOOLS button.
The "TOOLS" menu will appear.
2. Press the A or _' button to select a menu.
3. Press the A/_'/_/!_/ENTER _ buttons to display, change, or use the
selected items. For a more detailed description of each function, refer to the
corresponding page.
- Device List: see page 81
- Picture Mode: see page 18
- Sound Mode: see page 29
oSleep Timer: see page 47
- Add to Favorite: see page 36
oSwitch to Cable (or Switch toAir): see page 15
o PIP: see pages 27~28
* Auto adjustment: see page 43
Memorizing the Channels
Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both "off-air" (Air) and "Cable" channels. After the available
channels are memorized, use the CH v or CH ^ button 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 or deleting channels (Channel Lists).
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 Air or a Cable
system).
1, Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the A or • button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER
button.
2= Press the ENTER _ button to select "Antenna".
Press the A or T button to select "Air" or "Cable", then press the ENTER 13_
button.
Press the EXIT button to exit.
Easy Setting
1. Press the TOOLS button on the remote control.
2. Press the A or T button to select "Switch to Cable (or Switch to Air)".
3. Press the ENTER C_ button to switch "Cable" (or "Air").

Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method)
1, Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the A or • button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER
button.
2, Press the A or T button to select "Auto Program", then press the ENTER
button.
3=
4=
Press the A or T button to select the antenna connection, then press the
ENTER _ button.
Air: "Air" antenna signal.
Cable: "Cable" antenna signal.
Auto: "Air" and "Cable" antenna signals.
When selecting the Cable TV system:
Press the ENTER _ button to start the auto program.
Press the A, V', _1or I_ to select the correct analog signal cable system
source among "STD", "HRC", and "IRC". Press the A or T button to select
"Start", then press the ENTER _ button. If you have Digital cable TV, select
the cable system signal source for both Analog and Digital.
>- STD, HRC and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems. Contact
your local cable company to identify the type of cable system that exists in
your particular area. At this point the signal source has been selected.
5= The TV begins memorizing all available stations.
After all the available channels are stored, it starts to remove scrambled
channels (see page 40). The Auto program menu then reappears.
If you want to stop Auto Programming, press the ENTER _ button.
The "Stop Auto Program?" message will be displayed. Select "Yes" by
pressing the _1or _ button, then press the ENTER _ button.
Press the EXIT button to exit.

To Select the Source
Use to select TV or other external input sources such as DVD players or Cable
Box/Satellite receivers (Set-Top Box) connected to the TV. Use to select the input
source of your choice.
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the A.or • button to select "Input", then press the ENTER _ button.
2. Press the ENTER _ button to select "Source List".
Press the ,i, or T button to select signal source, then press the ENTER
button.
>- Available signal sources: TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component1,
Component2, PC, HDMI1, HDMI2/DVl, HDMI3, USB.
>- You can choose only those external devices that are connected to the TV.
In the "Source List", connected inputs will be highlighted and sorted to the
top. Inputs that are not connected will be sorted to the bottom.
>- Using the Color buttons on the remote with the Source list
,Red {Refresh); RefreSheS the €onnecting extema! devices I
. TOOLS (Option): Displays the "Edit Name'_and _'lnformation" menus.
(_ Press the SOURCE button on the remote control to view an external signal
source.
To Edit the input Source Name
Name the device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier.
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the A or _' button to select "Input", then press the ENTER _ button.
Press the A or T button to select "Edit Name", then press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the A or _!' button to select "AVI", "AV2", "S-Video", "Component1",
"Component2", "PC", "HDMII", "HDMI2/DVI", "HDMI3" input jack, then press
the ENTER I:_ button.
3= Press the A or T button to select "VCR", "DVD", "Cable STB",
"Satellite STB", "PVR STB", "AV Receiver", "Game", "Camcorder", "PC",
"TV", "IPTV", "Blu-Ray', "HD DVD", "Digital Media Adapter" input source, then
press the ENTER _ button.
Press the EXIT button to exit.
>- When a PC with a resolution of 1920 x 1080@60Hz is connected to the
HDMI IN 2 port, you should set the "HDMI2/DVI" mode to "PC" in the "Edit
Name" of the "Input" mode.

Picture Control
Changing the Picture Standard
You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements.
1, Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Press the ENTER c_ button to select "Picture".
2= Press the ENTER _ button to select "Mode". Press the A or V button to
select "Dynamic", "Standard" or "Movie". Press the ENTER _ button.
*DynamiC: selects the picture for high-definiti0 n in a bright room.........................................
,Standard; Selects the picture for the optimum display in a normal
environment.
IVlQvie: Selects the picture for viewing movies in a dark room.
3. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Easy Setting
1, Press the TOOLS button on the remote control.
2, Press the A or _' button to select "Picture Mode".
3, Press the _ or !_ button to select the required option.
4, Press the EXIT or TOOLS button to exit.
Customizing the Picture Settings
Your television has several setting options that allow you to control the picture quality.
1, To select the desired picture mode, follow the "Changing the Picture
Standard" instructions numbers 1 and 2.
2=
3=
Press the A or _' button to select "Backlight", "Contrast", "Brightness",
"Sharpness", "Color" or "Tint(G/R)", then press the ENTER C# button.
Press the _1or !_ button to decrease or increase the value of a particular
item. Press the ENTER _ button.
Press the EXIT button to exit.
>- When you make changes to "Backlight", "Contrast", "Brightness",
"Sharpness", "Color" or "Tint(G/R)", the OSD will be adjusted accordingly.
>- In PC mode, you can only make changes to "Backlight", "Contrast" and
"Brightness".
>- Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have
connected to an input of the TV.
_Oentrast; Adjusts the contrast !evel ofth e Picture.
: Bdghtness_ Adjusts the brightness leve! of the picture,
- Sharpnessl Adjusts the edge definition of the picture: :
:,:¢o!Qr: Adjusts 60!0r saturation of the picture:
-Tint(G/R): Adjusts the color tint of the picture.