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    LCD TV LE32R8 LE37R8 LE40R8 Owner ’ s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly , and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLA Y PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) TELETEXT Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register Record your Model and Serial number here for future reference. ▪ Model _____[...]

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    • Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as "screen burn". T o avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image. • W atching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long per[...]

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    Contents CONNECTING AND PREP ARING YOUR TV  List of Parts ........................................................ 3  Installing the Stand ............................................. 3  Installing the W all Mount Kit ............................... 3  Viewing the Control Panel .................................. 4  Viewing the Conne[...]

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    English - 2 USING THE DTV FEA TURE  Previewing the DTV Menu System .................. 32  Updating the Channel List Automatically .......... 33  Updating the Channel List Manually ................ 33  Editing Y our Favourite Channels ...................... 34  Selecting Channel List ..................................... 36  Displa[...]

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    English - 3 List of Parts Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV . If any items are missing, contact your dealer . M4 X L16 Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2) Power Cord Cover-Bottom Stand Screw X 4 Stand Cleaning Cloth  Owner ’s Instructions  Registration Cards < 2 > < 3 > 1. Place the TV faced[...]

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    English - 4 V iewing the Control Panel 1 SOURCE T oggles between all the available input sources (TV , Ext.1, Ext.2, A V , S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, DTV). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTER/OK button on the remote control. 2 MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features. In case of DTV mode,[...]

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    English - 5 V iewing the Connection Panel Whenever you connect an external device to your TV , make sure that power on the unit is turned off. When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable. 1 Connecting Set-T op Box, VCR or DVD -Inputs or outputs for external devices, such as VCR, DVD, video game devic[...]

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    English - 6 4 Connecting an Aerial or Cable T elevision Network T o 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 5 Connecting CI (Common Interface) CARD - When not inserting "CI CARD" in some channels,&quo[...]

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    English - 7 1 Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (TV , DVD, STB, CABLE, VCR) (Refer to page 49~51) 2 T elevision Standby button 3 Number buttons for direct channel access 4 One/T wo-digit channel selection 5 It display "Channel List" on the screen. 6 Selects the TV and DTV mode directly 7 VCR/DVD Functi[...]

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    English - 8 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Install two AAA size 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 us[...]

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    English - 9 When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently . The following settings are available. Any functions related to Digital TV (DVB) will only work in countries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted. Please confirm with your local dealer if you can receiv[...]

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    English - 10 If you want to reset this feature... 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Plug & Play". 3. The message "Start Plug & Play" is displayed. - Storing Channels Automati[...]

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    English - 11  Programme: Selects a program number for the channel.  Colour System: Sets the colour supporting system.  Sound System: Sets the sound supporting system.  Channel: Selects a channel.  Search: Scans for the frequency value for the channel.  Store: Saves your settings. Storing Channels Manually Y ou can store up to 100 [...]

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    English - 12 Set the channels according to your preference. Y ou can easily delete, add, or lock the channel you want. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel Manager", then press the ENTER/OK [...]

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    English - 13 Y ou can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to:  Modify the numeric order in which the channels have been automatically stored.  Give easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch most often. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then [...]

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    English - 14 If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "LNA"[...]

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    English - 15 Y ou 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/OK button, to select "Picture". 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Mode". 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired picture effect. Press the E[...]

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    English - 16 Changing the Colour T one Y ou can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eyes. 1. T o select the desired picture effect, follow the "Changing the Picture Standard" instructions number 1 to 3. (On page 15) 2. Press the 5 or 6 button to select "Colour T one", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the 5 or[...]

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    English - 17 Y ou can set detailed picture settings. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button, to select "Picture". 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Detailed Settings", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER/[...]

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    English - 18  Auto Wide: Automatically adjusts the picture size to the "16:9" aspect ratio.  16:9: Adjusts the picture size to 16:9 appropriate for DVDs or wide broadcasting.  Wide Zoom: Magnify the size of the picture more than 4:3.  Zoom: Magnifies the 16:9 wide picture (in the vertical direction) to fit the screen size. [...]

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    English - 19 When setting the picture size to Auto Wide in a 16:9 wide TV , you can determine the picture size you want to see the 4:3 WSS (Wide Screen Service) image or nothing. Each individual European country requires different picture size so this func- tion is intended for users to select it. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press[...]

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    English - 20 If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER/OK button, to select “Picture”. 2. Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button[...]

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    English - 21 Y ou can display a sub picture within the main picture of set programme or video input. In this way , you can watch the picture of set programme or video input from any connected equipment while watching the main picture. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press t[...]

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    English - 22 HDMI Black Level Y ou can directly select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "HDMI Black Level", then press the ENTER/OK button.[...]

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    English - 23 The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Equalizer", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ◄ or ► button to se[...]

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    English - 24 Y ou can set the sound mode by pressing the “DUAL” button. When you press it, the current sound mode is displayed on the screen. Y ou can connect a set of headphones to your set if you wish to watch a TV programme without disturbing the other people in the room. When you insert the head set jack into the corresponding port, you can[...]

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    English - 25 Selecting the Internal Mute If you want to hear the sound through separate speakers, cancel the internal amplifier . 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Internal Mute", then press the EN[...]

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    English - 26 Resetting the Sound Settings to the Factory Defaults If Game Mode is On, the Reset Sound function is activated. Selecting the Reset function after setting the equalizer resets the equalizer setting to the factory defaults. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press [...]

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    English - 27 Y ou can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after which the television automatically switches to standby mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Time", then press the E[...]

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    English - 28 When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications. 1. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Language&[...]

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    English - 29 Setting the Blue Screen Mode / Selecting the Melody Y ou can view higher quality pictures by configuring the screen settings in PC Mode. If you set the Home Theater PC function to On, you can configure the Detail Settings (when Picture Mode is set to Standard or Movie) as in PC Mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press [...]

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    English - 30 This function adjusts the brightness of the TV so as to reduce power consumption. When you watching TV at night, set the "Energy Saving " mode option to "High" so as to reduce the dazzling of your eyes as well as the power consumption. 1. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ butt[...]

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    English - 31 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 ▲ or ▼ button to select "Input", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Name", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲[...]

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    English - 32 Previewing the DTV Menu System  The company does not guarantee the normal operation of the DTV menu for countries other than the 6 supported countries (United Kingdom, Germany , France, Italy , Spain, Austria) because only these country standards are supported. In addition, when the country of the broadcast stream differs from the c[...]

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    English - 33 Updating the Channel List Automatically Y ou can update the channel list when the broadcaster adds new Services or if you move the TV to a new location. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to[...]

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    English - 34 Y ou can edit your favourite channels using the four colour buttons. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Favourite Channels", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Press the[...]

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    English - 35  Move 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Favourite Channels", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Select the required channel using the 5 or 6 button. 5. Press the gre[...]

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    English - 36 Y ou can exclude the channels you have chosen from the channels you have scanned.When you scan through the stored channels, those you have chosen to skip are not displayed. All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ [...]

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    English - 37 The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information is provided by the broadcasters. Programme entries may appear blank or out of date as a result of the information broadcast on a given channel. The display will dynamically update as soon as new information becomes available.  Now & Next Guide For the six channels indicated in the[...]

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    English - 38 If you make a scheduled viewing list of programs you may like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button, to select "Guide". 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ [...]

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    English - 39 In the EPG menu, you can display all channels or favourite channels. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Guide". 3. Select the your required guide ("Now & Next Guide" or "Full Guide") by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. 4. Press the ENTER/OK[...]

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    English - 40 Adjusting the Menu T ranslucency Y ou can set the translucency of the menu. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Menu Transparency" then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Select the [...]

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    English - 41 Y ou can activate and deactivate the subtitles. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Subtitle ", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Select "On" by pressing the ▲ or ?[...]

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    English - 42 If the programme is broadcast with digital text, this feature is enabled. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital T ext", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Press the ▲ or[...]

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    English - 43 Y ou can get information about the signal status. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "System", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sig[...]

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    English - 44 This enables the user to select from the CAM-provided menu. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "System", then press the ENTER/OK button. 4. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select[...]

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    English - 45 Y ou can reset the values stored to the factory default values. The Reset operation deletes all channel information and user preferences returningall values to their default factory state. 1. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. P[...]

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    English - 46 Preference This menu consists of 6 sub-menus: Primary Subtitle Language, Secondary Subtitle Language, Primary Audio Language, Secondary Audio Language, Primary T eletext Language, and Secondary T eletext Language. Using this feature, users can select one of the languages (English, German, Italian, Swedish, French, Welsh, Gaelic, Irish,[...]

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    English - 47 Y ou can display teletext information at any time, but signal reception must be good. Otherwise:  Information may be missing.  Some pages may not be displayed. T o activate the teletext mode and display the contents page: 1. Using the P ( ) or P ( ) button, select the channel providing the teletext service. 2. Press the TEXT/MIX [...]

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    English - 48 Using Fastext to Select a T eletext Page The various topics included in the teletext pages are colour-coded, and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons on the remote control. 1. Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TEXT/MIX ( ) button. 2. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to sele[...]

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    English - 49 VCR Brand Code SAMSUNG 000 001 002 003 004 005 077 078 079 ADMIRAL 020 AIW A 025 AKAI 004 027 032 AUDIO DYNAMICS 007 026 BELL&HOWELL 018 BROKSONIC 022 CANDLE 002 003 006 008 015 055 CANON 021 056 CITIZEN 002 003 006 008 015 055 COLORTYME 007 CRAIG 002 024 CURTIS MA THES 002 007 008 017 021 025 056 064 066 DAEWOO 003 010 01 1 012 01[...]

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    English - 50 CABLE BOX Brand Code SAMSUNG 000 001 002 003 004 005 006 007 GI 041 HAMLIN 003 024 031 HIT ACHI 025 030 JERROLD 038 039 MACOM 025 030 MAGNA VOX 019 023 028 OAK 026 P ANASONIC 003 022 027 037 044 PHILIPS 019 021 023 028 PIONEER 004 018 020 044 RCA 014 022 040 REGAL 003 Brand Code REGENCY 015 023 SA 042 043 SCIENTIFIC A TLAN 042 043 SPRU[...]

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    English - 51 DVD Brand Code P ANASONIC 024 034 124 134 136 137 138 PHILIPS 036 076 ROTEL 1 17 1 18 RIO 120 RCA 023 035 074 075 131 132 RAITE 073 ROW A 038 SAMPO 104 SONY 026 029 126 127 128 129 130 141 SHERWOOD 039 041 SV A 042 SYL V ANIA 043 093 SHARP 140 SANSUI 062 SANYO 062 090 SHINSONIC 094 Brand Code THOMSON 145 TOSHIBA 028 062 076 TECHNICS 13[...]

  • Page 54

    English - 52 The Win dow s dis pla y-set tings for a typi cal comp uter are show n bel ow . The act ual scre ens on you r PC may be di ffe rent dep endin g upo n your part icula r ver sion of Wi ndows and you r par ticul ar vid eo card. Eve n if your actu al scr eens loo k dif feren t, the same , bas ic set-u p inf orm ation will apply in almo st a[...]

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    English - 53 Setting the PC Coarse and Fine T uning of the Image (Image Lock): The purpose of picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (coarse) and Fine-tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that i[...]

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    English - 54 Once the wall mount is installed, the position of your TV can be easily adjustable. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to select “Wall-Mount Adjustment”, then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Adjust to the desi[...]

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    English - 55 What is Anynet + ? Anynet+ is an A V network system that enables an easy-to-use A V interface for users by controlling all connected A V devices through the Anynet+ menu when Samsung Electronics A V devices are connected. Connecting Anynet + Devices The Anynet+ system supports A V devices supporting Anynet+ onl y . Check if there is an[...]

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    English - 56 Setting Up Anynet + The following settings are to use Anynet+ functions. Using the Anynet+ Function 1. Press the Anynet+ button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup , then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button to select Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) , then press the ENTER/OK button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to sele[...]

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    English - 57 Anynet+ Menu The Anynet+ menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet+ devices connected to the TV . Anynet+ Menu Description View TV Switches from Anynet+ to TV broadcast mode. Select Device Y our TV connects to the corresponding device. Record Starts a recording. (This menu works only for a device supporting recording.[...]

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    English - 58 Listening through a Receiver Y ou can listen to sound through a receiver instead of the TV speaker . 1. Press the Anynet+ button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Receiver , then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ◄ or ► button to select to On , then press the ENTER/OK button. Now you can listen to sound through the recei[...]

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    English - 59 T roubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel No sound or picture Normal picture but no sound No picture or black and white picture Sound and picture interference Blurred or snowy picture, distorted sound Remote control malfunctions "Check signal cable." message is displayed. On PC mode, "Not Supported Mode."[...]

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    English - 60 T echnical and Environmental Specications Model Name Screen Size (Diagonal) Power Consumption PC Resolution Sound Output Dimension (WxDxH) Body With stand Weight With stand Environmental Considerations Operating T emperature Operating Humidity Storage T emperature Storage Humidity LE32R8 32 inch 150 W 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz 10 W X 2 800[...]

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    • The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. T o ensure reliable operation of this apparatus, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. - Do not cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. - Do not block the slots an[...]

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    IMPORT ANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement[...]

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    Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. T o prevent possible[...]