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    Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Contacte con SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Si tiene alguna pregunta o comentario referente a nuestros productos, por favor contacte con nuestro Servicio de Atención al Cliente. Country Customer Care Center Web Site Add[...]

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    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 image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contras[...]

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    Contents English English - 1 Symbol Press Note One-T ouch Button GENERAL INFORMA TION List of Features ............................................................................. 2 Accessories .................................................................................. 2 Viewing the Control Panel ............................................[...]

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    English - 2 Accessories Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV . If any items are missing, contact your dealer . Re mo te C ont ro l & Ba tte ri es ( AA A x 2) (B N5 9- 00 678 A) Po we r Co rd (3 90 3- 00 014 4) Cl ea ni ng Cl ot h (B N6 3- 01 798 A) Co ve r- Bo tto m (BN63-03093A) Owner ’ s Instructions W arranty [...]

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    English - 3 The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. Side Panel buttons 1 2 3 4 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. T o use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. 1 SOUR[...]

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    English - 4 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 6~12. 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 AUDIO OUT Connects to the audio input jacks on your Amplifier/ Home theater. 2 DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT (O[...]

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    English - 5 Remote Control Y ou can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV . The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light. 1 POWER T urns the TV on and off. 2 TV Selects the TV mode directly . 3 NUMERIC BUTTONS Press to change the channel. 4 Press to select additional channels(digital and analo[...]

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    English - 6 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 . Re mov e t he ba tte ri es an d st or e t he m in a c oo l, d ry pl ac e if y[...]

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    English - 7 Af te r y ou hav e m ad e th is co nn ect io n, se t th e A/ B sw it ch to the "A " p os iti on fo r n orm al vi ew ing . S et th e A/ B s wi tc h to th e " B" p os it io n to vi ew sc ra mbl ed ch an nel s. (W he n yo u s et th e A/ B s wi tc h to "B ", you wi ll ne ed t o t un e yo ur T V to th e c abl e [...]

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    English - 8 Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-T op Box) via HDMI This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on the external device. Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-T op Box) via DVI This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on the external d[...]

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    English - 9 Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-T op Box) via Component cables The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-T op Box) to your TV . 1. Connect a Component Cable between the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [Y , P B , P R ] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y [...]

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    English - 10 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 6~7). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. 1. Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV . 2. C on ne ct the ca bl e or an te nn a t[...]

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    English - 11 Connecting an Amplier/DVD Home Theater 1. Connect Audio Cables between the AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and AUDIO IN [R-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 Am[...]

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    English - 12 Connecting a PC 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 PC Audio 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 a HDMI/DVI cable between [...]

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    English - 13 Plug & Play Feature 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 button, the n “Select the language of the OSD” m enu is autom[...]

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    English - 14 6. Press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Auto”, then Press the ENTER button. The message “Set to daylight saving time.” is displayed. If you select “Manual”, “Enter the current date and time.” is displayed. (See page 37) 7. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Off” or “On”, then press [...]

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    English - 15 Adjusting the V olume Using the V olume Buttons 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. T o turn mute off, press the MUTE button again o[...]

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    English - 16 Memorizing the Channels Y our TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both "of f-air" (Air) and "Cable" channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH or CH button to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. There are[...]

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    English - 17 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Pres s the ▲ or ▼ button to se lect "Au to Progr am", then p ress the EN TER butt on. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the antenna connect[...]

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    English - 18 T o Select the Source Use to select TV or other external input sources such as DVD players or Cable Box/ Satellite receivers (Set-T op 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▲ or ▼ button to select “Input”, then press the ENTER button. 2. [...]

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    English - 19 Changing the Picture Standard Y ou can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie by making a selection from the menu. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select “Picture”. 2. Press the ENTER button to select "Mode". Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the “Dynamic”, “Standard”[...]

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    English - 20 Activating Picture Options 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 ENTER button. Press th e ▲ o r ▼ bu tton to sel ect a parti cular it em. Press t he ENTER butt on. When y ou are sati sfied wi[...]

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    English - 21 T emporary image retention may occur when viewing a static image on the set for more than two hours. After selecting “Zoom1”, “Zoom2” or “Wide Fit” : Press the ◄ or ► button to select “Position”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the picture up and down. Reset : Press the ◄ or ► bu[...]

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    English - 22 Setting the Digital Noise Reduction 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. Follow the “Activating Picture Options” instructions numbers 1 and 2. (Refer to page 20) 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ butto[...]

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    English - 23 Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENT ER but ton , to select “Picture”. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Reset", then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “OK” or “Cancel” then press the ENTER button. Pre[...]

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    English - 24 Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Equalizer", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ◄ or ?[...]

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    English - 25 Setting the T ruSurround XT T ruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. T ruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all mu[...]

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    English - 26 Automatic V olume Control 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button. 2. Pr es s t he ▲ or ▼ but to n t o se le ct "A uto V ol um e", th en pre ss th e E NTE R bu tt on . 3. Pres s the ▲ or ▼ button to se t Auto V olume "Of f&[...]

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    English - 27 Setting the TV Speakers On/Off 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button. 2. Pr es s t he ▲ or ▼ but to n t o se le ct "T V Sp ea ke r" , th en pr es s th e E NT ER bu tt on . 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Off”, then p[...]

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    English - 28 Channel Control Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital 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 "Clear Scrambled Channel", then press the ENTER button. It searches scrambled channels, which are [...]

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    English - 29 Adding and Erasing Channels Using this menu, you can Add/Delete or set Favorite channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts. T o use the Channel List function, rst run “Auto Program” (see page 17). All ► Added ► Favorite ► Channel List Move Enter Return TV Channel List / All DTV Air 2-1 Air3 Air4 Air 5 Air 6 [...]

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    English - 30 T o Set-Up Y our Favorite 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 List", then press the ENTER button. 3. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ butt on to se lect "All " or "A[...]

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    English - 31 Viewing the Channel Lists 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 List", then press the ENTER button. 3. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ butt on to se lec t “All ”, “Ad ded ” or “Fa [...]

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    English - 32 Labeling Channels 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Name”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the channel to be assigned a new name, then press the ENTER button. Pre[...]

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    English - 33 Fine T uning Analog 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 "Fine Tune", then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ◄ or ► button to adjust the fine tuning. T o store the fine tuni[...]

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    English - 34 Using Y our TV as a Computer (PC) Display Setting Up Y our PC Software (Based on Windows XP) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below . The actual screens on your PC will probably be dif ferent, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. However , even if your actual scr[...]

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    English - 35 How to Auto Adjust Use the Auto Adjust function to have the TV set automatically adjust the video signals it receives. The function also automatically ne-tunes the settings and adjusts the frequency values and positions. This function does not work in DVI-Digital mode. Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select PC mode. 1. Press the [...]

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    English - 36 Changing the Screen Position Adjust the PC’s screen positioning if it does not fit the TV screen. Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select PC mode. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Screen&q[...]

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    English - 37 Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV . Also, you can check the time while watching the TV . (Just press the INFO button.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press[...]

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    English - 38 Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "T ime", then press the ENTER button. 2. [...]

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    English - 39 Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes). 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "T ime", then press the EN[...]

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    English - 40 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "T ime", then press the ENTER button. 2. Three different On/Of f Timer Settings can be made. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Timer 1”, “T imer 2[...]

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    English - 41 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to sel ec t “ V -Ch ip ”, the n p re ss the EN TE R b utt on . The me ss ag e “E nt er PI N” w il l a ppe ar . En te r y ou r 4 d ig it PIN nu mb er . The default[...]

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    English - 42 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to sel ec t “ V -Ch ip ”, the n p re ss the EN TE R b utt on . The me ss ag e “E nt er PI N” w il l a ppe ar . En te r y ou r 4 d ig it PIN nu mb er . 3. The “V[...]

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    English - 43 3. The “V -Ch ip ” s cre en wi ll app ea r . Pr es s t he ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to s el ec t “ TV P ar en ta l Gui de li ne s”, th en pr ess th e E NT ER b ut to n. 4. The “T V P are nt al Gu id eli ne s” sc ree n w il l a ppe ar . Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to s el ec t o ne o f t he six ag ed ba sed ca te go rie s: •[...]

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    English - 44 How to Set up Restrictions Using the MP AA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR The MP AA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MP AA) system and its main application is for movies. When the V -Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MP AA[...]

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    English - 45 How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian English’ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to s el ec t “ V -C hi p” , t hen pr es s t he E NT ER bu tt on. The me ss ag e “E nt er PI N” w il l a ppe [...]

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    English - 46 How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian French’ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to s el ec t “ V -C hi p” , t hen pr es s t he E NT ER bu tt on. The me ss ag e “E nt er PI N” w il l a ppe a[...]

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    English - 47 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Pre ss th e ▲ or ▼ bu tt on to s el ec t “ V -C hi p” , t hen pr es s t he E NT ER bu tt on. The me ss ag e “E nt er PI N” w il l a ppe ar . En te r y ou r 4 d ig it PIN nu mb er . 3. The “V -Ch[...]

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    English - 48 The Analog Caption function operates in either analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied from an external device to TV . (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may operate on digital channels.) 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then pre[...]

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    English - 49 The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. 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 “Caption”, then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ENTER button to select “Caption”. Press the ▲ o[...]

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    English - 50 Adjusting the TV On/Off Melody Sound 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Pr es s t he ▲ or ▼ but to n t o se le ct "M elo dy ", th en p re ss th e EN TE R bu tt on . 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Off”, “Low[...]

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    English - 51 1. Insert a USB drive containing the firmware upgrade into the SERVICE port on the rear of the TV . 2. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “SW upgrade”, then press the ENTER button. 4. Press the ENTER butt[...]

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    English - 52 T roubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, rst try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply , call your nearest Samsung service center . Problem Possible Solution Poor picture T ry another channel. Adjust the antenna. Check all wire connections. Poor sound quality . T ry anot[...]

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    English - 53 Problem Possible Solution Horizontal bars appear to flicker , jitter or shimmer on the image. Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning. V ertical bars appear to flicker , jitter or shimmer on the image. Adjust the Coarse tuning and then adjust the Fine tuning. Screen is black and power indicator light blinks steadily . [...]

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    English - 54 Installing the Stand 1. Attach your LCD TV to the stand. T wo or more people should carry the TV . Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the stand when attaching it. T o make sure the TV is installed on the stand at a proper level, do not apply excess downward pressure to the upper left of right sides of the TV . 2. Fa[...]

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    English - 55 Auto W all-Mount Adjustment (Sold separately) Once the auto wall mount is installed, your TV’ s position can be easily adjusted. Entering the menu 1. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button on your remote control. The W all Mount Adjustment screen is displayed. If the W all Mount Adjustment screen is not displayed when clicking on a di[...]

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    English - 56 W all Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the oor . When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer . If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury . Product Family inches VESA Spec. (A * B) Standard Scre[...]

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    English - 57 1. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the LCD TV (Figure 1) and turn it in the locking direction (Figure 2). 2. Connect the Kensington Lock cable. 3. Fix the Kensington Lock to a desk or a heavy stationary object. Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock The Kensington Lock is a device used to physically x the system [...]

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    English - 58 Securing the TV to the W all W all 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 .[...]

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    English - 59 Specications Model Name LN32A330J1N Screen Size (Diagonal) 32 inches (31.5 inches measured diagonally) PC Resolution 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz Sound Output 10W x 2 Dimensions (WxDxH) Body With stand 34.4 X 3.2 X 20.9 inches (874 X 81 X 532 mm) 34.4 X 1 1.5 X 22.7 inches (874 X 291 X 577 mm) Weight With stand Without Stand 12 kg (26.5 lbs) [...]

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    English - 60 Dimensions NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV . Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2008 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. LN32A330J1N TOP VIEW REAR VIEW FRONT VIEW / SIDE VIE[...]