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    LCD TV user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsun g prod uct. To rece ive more comp lete service , please regis ter your p roduct at www.samsung.com/global/register Model Serial No. BN68-01464G-00 Con tact SAMS UNG WO RLDW IDE If y ou ha ve an y ques tion s or co mmen ts re lati ng to S amsu ng pr oduct s, ple ase c [...]

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    © 2008 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • 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 [...]

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    Contents CONNECTING AND PREP ARING YOUR TV List of Parts ........................................................ 2 Installing the W all Mount Kit ............................... 2 Viewing the Control Panel .................................. 3 Viewing the Connection Panel ........................... 4 Viewing the Remote Control ....................[...]

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    English - 2 List of Parts Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV . If any items are missing, contact your dealer . W all mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount the TV on the wall. For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the W all Mount items. Contact a technicia[...]

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    English - 3 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 button on the remote control. 2 MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features. 3 Press to decrease or[...]

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    English - 4 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. ➣ ➣ The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. ➣ 2 3 5 4 6 1 ! @ 0 Power Input 3 8 9 7 [[...]

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    English - 5 3 HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3 Supports connections between HDMI-connection-enabled A V devices (Set-T op Boxes, DVD players) No additional Audio connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection. When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 jack. What is HDMI? “High Denition Multimedia interface” allo[...]

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    English - 6 8 S-VIDEO or VIDEO / R-AUDIO-L Connect RCA or S-VIDEO cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder . Connect RCA audio cables to "R-AUDIO-L" on your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device. 9 HEADPHONES JACK Headphone may be connected to the headphone output o[...]

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    English - 7 T OO LS 1 T elevision Standby button 2 Selects the TV and DTV mode directly 3 Number buttons for direct channel access 4 One/T wo-digit channel selection 5 + : V olume increase : V olume decrease 6 T emporary sound switch-off 7 Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display 8 Use to quickly select frequently used functions. 9 Use to see informa[...]

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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 u[...]

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    English - 9 Y ou can use the TOOLS button to select your frequently used functions quickly and easily . The “T ools” menu change depending on which external input mode you are viewing. 1. Press the TOOLS button. The “T ools” menu will appear . 2 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a menu. 3 . Press the ▲/▼/◄/►/ EN TER buttons to[...]

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    English - 10 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 recei[...]

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    English - 11 9. Press the ENTER button to confirm your setting. The message “Enjoy your viewing” is displayed. When you have finished, press the ENTER button. Even if the ENTER button is not pressed, the message will automatically disappear after several seconds.  Language : Select your language.  Country : Select your country .  Auto [...]

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    English - 12 Storing Channels Manually Not available in DTV or external input mode. Y ou can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually , you can choose: ♦ Whether or not to store each of the channels found. ♦ The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify . 1. [...]

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    English - 13 Not available in DTV or external input mode. Using the Channel Manager , you can conveniently lock or add channels. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. 2 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel Manager", then press the E[...]

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    English - 14 This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of the stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using the auto store. Not available in DTV or external input mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select " Channel", then press the ENTER button. 2 . Press the ?[...]

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    English - 15 Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Not available in DTV or external input mode. 1. Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that you want to fine tune. 2. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER bu[...]

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    English - 16 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 button, to select "Picture". 2 . Press the ENTER button again, to select "Mode". 3 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired picture effect. Press the ENTER[...]

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    English - 17 Y our set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality . 1. T o select the desired picture effect, follow the "Changing the Picture Standard" instructions number 1 to 3. (On page 16) 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a particular item. Press the ENTER button. 3 . Press the ◄ or ► button to decrea[...]

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    English - 18 ♦ Black Adjust: Off/Low/Medium/High Y ou can directly select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. ♦ Dynamic Contrast: Off/Low/Medium/High Y ou can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided. ♦ Gamma: -3 ~ +3 Y ou can adjust the Primary Colour (Red, Green, Blue) Intensity . Press the ?[...]

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    English - 19 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select "Picture". 2 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture Options”, then press the EN TER button. 3 . Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 4 . When you are satisfied with your setting, [...]

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    English - 20 ♦ Screen Mode : 16:9/ Wide Zoom/Zoom/4:3 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 function is intended for users to select it[...]

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    English - 21 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button. 2. Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 3. When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER button. 4. Press the EXIT button to exit. ♦ Mode[...]

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    English - 22 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 operate only "Auto V olume" in Sound menu. Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may damage your hearing. Y ou will[...]

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    English - 23 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 button. 2 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "T ime", then press the EN[...]

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    English - 24 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 button. 2 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Language&qu[...]

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    English - 25 Melody / Entertainment / Energy Saving 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 . Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 3 . When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER button. 4[...]

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    English - 26 ♦ Energy Saving: Off/Low/Medium/High/Auto This feature adjusts the screen brightness depending on the surrounding lighting conditions. - Off : T urns off the energy saving function. - Low : Sets the TV to low energy saving mode. - Medium : Sets the TV to medium energy saving mode. - High : Sets the TV to high energy saving mode. - Au[...]

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    English - 27 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 button. 2 . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Name", then press the ENTER button. 3 . Press the ▲ or [...]

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    English - 28 ♦ The company does not guarantee the normal operation of the DTV menu for countries other than the supported countries (France, Germany , Italy , Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Austria) because only these country standards are supported. In addition, when the country of the broadcast stream differs from the country [...]

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    English - 29 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 MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select &qu[...]

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    English - 30 Editing Y our Favourite Channels Y ou can edit your favourite channels using the four colour buttons. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Channel", then press the EN TER but[...]

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    English - 31 ♦ Renumber (depending on the country) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Channel", then press the EN TER button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Favou[...]

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    English - 32 Displaying Programme Information While viewing a channel, additional information about the current programme may be displayed. 1. While viewing a programme, press the INFO button. The programme information is displayed. 2 . T o exit from banner information, press the INFO button. The information is displayed: − Parental Rating − Vi[...]

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    English - 33 V iewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Information 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. ♦ [...]

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    English - 34 Setting the Default Guide Y ou can preset the default guide style. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the EN TER button, to select "Guide". 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Default Guide", then [...]

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    English - 35 V iewing All Channels and Favourite Channels In the EPG menu, you can display all channels or favourite channels. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ENTER button again, to select "Guide". 3. Select the your req[...]

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    English - 36 Setting up the Parental Lock This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programmes by a 4-digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) code that is defined by the user . The on-screen menu will instruct you to assign a PIN code (you can change it later , if necessary). 1. Press the M[...]

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    English - 37 Setting the Subtitle Y ou can activate and deactivate the subtitles. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to selec[...]

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    English - 38 Selecting the Digital T ext (UK only) If the programme is broadcast with digital text, this feature is enabled. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER butt[...]

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    English - 39 Selecting the T ime Zone (Spain only) Select the local time zone. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the EN TER button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select [...]

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    English - 40 Upgrading the Software T o keep your product up-to-date with new Digital T elevision features then software upgrades are periodically broadcast as part of the normal T elevision signal. It will automatically detect these signals and display the software upgrade banner . Y ou are given the option to install the upgrade. 1. Press the MEN[...]

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    English - 41 V iewing Common Interface This contains information on CAM inserted in the CI slot and displays it. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press[...]

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    English - 42 Selecting the Preferred Language (Subtitle, Audio or T eletext) Y ou can change the default value for subtitle, audio teletext languages. Displays the language information for the incoming stream. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Digital Menu", then press the EN TER button. [...]

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    English - 43 Preference This menu consists of 6 sub-menus: Primary Audio Language, Secondary Audio Language, Primary Subtitle Language, Secondary Subtitle Language, Primary T eletext Language, Secondary T eletext Language. Using this feature, users can select one of the languages (English, German, Italian, Swedish, French, Welsh, Gaelic, Irish, Dan[...]

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    English - 44 The Win dows disp lay-s etti ngs for a typ ical com pute r are show n below . The act ual scr eens on you r PC may be dif feren t dep endi ng upon you r parti cular ver sion of Win dows and you r par ticu lar vide o car d. Even if you r act ual scr eens lo ok diffe rent , the same , basic set- up info rmati on will appl y in al most al[...]

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    English - 45 Setting up the TV with your PC Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select PC mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the EN TER button, to select "Picture". 2 . Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the EN TER button. 3 . When you are satisfied with your setting, press the E[...]

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    English - 46 Connecting Anynet + Devices The Anynet+ system supports A V devices supporting Anynet+ only . Check if there is an Anynet+ mark on the A V device to be connected to the TV . T o directly connect to TV Connect the [HDMI 1], [HDMI 2] or [HDMI 3] jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable[...]

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    English - 47 Setting Up Anynet + The following settings are to use Anynet+ functions. Using the Anynet+ Function 1. Press The T OOLS button. Then Press the ENTER button to select "Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)". Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 . Press the ENTER button to select "Anynet+ (HD[...]

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    English - 48 Scanning and Switching between Anynet + Devices 1. Press the TOOLS button. Then press the ENTER button to select "Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)". 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Select Device", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select to a particular device and press the ENTER button. It i[...]

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    English - 49 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 - 50 Recording Y ou can make a recording of a TV programme using a recorder . Press the ∏ button. Recording begins. (Only when the Anynet+ enabled recording device is connected.) The current TV programme is recorded in the W atching TV status. If you are watching video from another device, the video from the device is recorded. Y ou can a[...]

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    English - 51 Check Points before Requesting Service Symptom Solution Anynet+ does not work. ■ Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ system supports Anynet+ devices only . ■ Connect only one receiver . ■ Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected. ■ Check the Anynet+ device’s Video/Audio/ HDMI cable connec[...]

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    English - 52 Most television stations provide written information services via T eletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons. For teletext information to be displayed correctly , channel rece[...]

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    English - 53 The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Contents A Selected page number . B Broadcasting station identity . C Current page number or search status. D Date and time. E T ext. F Status information. F ASTEXT information. T eletext information is often divided between several pages displayed in sequence, which ca[...]

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    English - 54 Once the auto wall mount is installed, your TV’s position can be easily adjusted. This function is optional and may not be supported. ➣ W all-Mount Adjustment TV Rear Panel Auto W all-Mount SERVICE Cable (Not supplied) Entering the menu 1. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button on your remote control. The W all Mount Adjustment scre[...]

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    English - 55 Moving to the remembered position 1. Complete Step 1 of “Entering the menu”. 2 . Pressing a Colour (Red, Green, Y ellow) button moves the auto wall mount to the saved position. Y ou can move the wall mount to one of the 3 pre-set positions by pressing the Red (Position 1), Green (Position 2) or Y ellow (Position 3) buttons. If you [...]

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    English - 56 Securing the TV to the W all Caution: Pulling, pushing, or climbing on the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular , ensure your children do not hang over or destabilize the TV ; doing so may cause the TV to tip over , causing serious injuries or death. Follow all safety precautions provided on the included Safety Flyer . For added [...]

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    English - 57 T roubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel No sound or picture.  Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket.  Check that you have pressed the button on your set.  Check the picture contrast and brightness settings.  Check the volume. Normal picture but no sound.  Check the volume.  Check [...]

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    English - 58 T echnical and Environmental Specications Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. This device is a Class B digital apparatus. For the power supply and Power Consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. Model Name LE40A536 Screen Size (Diagonal) 40 inch PC Resolution 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz Sound[...]