Samsung BN68-01981D-01 manual

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    BN68-01981D-01 LCD TV user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Model Serial No. Co nt ac t S AM SU NG WO RL DW ID E If yo u h av e a ny qu es ti on s or co mm en ts re la ti ng to Sa ms un g p ro du ct s, pl ea se c[...]

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    Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. W ARNINGS: Image retention, commonly known as screen burn-in, can occur on most types of television if the same image is displayed continuously . The most common causes of image retention are logos that remain stationary on the TV screen. These logo[...]

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    English - 1 GENERAL INFORMA TION Viewing the Control Panel ................................................................. 2 Accessories ....................................................................................... 2 Viewing the Connection Panel ........................................................... 3 Remote Control ...............[...]

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    English - 2 GENERAL INFORMA TION Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and specications may be changed without notice in order to enhance product performance. Viewing the Control Panel The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model[...]

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    English - 3 Viewing the Connection Panel The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. 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 DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) Connects to a Digital[...]

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    English - 4 7 COMMON INTERF ACE Slot When not inserting ‘CI CARD’ in some channels, ‘Scrambled Signal’ is displayed on the screen. The pairing information containing a telephone number , CI CARD ID, Host ID and other information will be displayed in about 2~3 minutes. If an error message is displayed, please contact your service provider . [...]

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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. The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. 1 POWER : T elevision Standby button. 2 NUMERIC BUTTONS : Press to change the channel. 3 E : Performs the same[...]

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    English - 6 OPERA TION Viewing the menus Before using the TV , follow the steps below to learn how to navigate the menu in order to select and adjust different functions. 1. Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed on the screen. Its left side has icons: Picture, Sound, Channel , Setup, Input, Support . 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to se[...]

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    English - 7 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. control. The message Y ou can set the menu language. is displayed. 2. Select the appropriate language by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. Press the ENTER E button to conr[...]

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    English - 8 CHANNEL CONTROL ConguringtheChannelMenu Country The PIN number input screen appears. Enter your 4 digit PIN number . Analogue Channel Y ou can change the country for analogue channels. Digital Channel Y ou can change the country for digital channels. Auto Store Y ou can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and ava[...]

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    English - 9 Analogue Channel Manual store for analogue channel. Programme (Programme number to be assigned to a channel): Sets the programme number using the ▲, ▼ or number (0~9) buttons. Colour System → Auto / P AL / SECAM / NTSC4.43 : Sets the colour system value using the ▲ or ▼ button. Sound System → BG / DK / I / L : Sets the sound[...]

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    English - 10 Using the Now & Next Guide / Full Guide T o... Then... W atch a programme in the EPG list Select a programme by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄, ► button. Exit the guide Press the blue button If the next programme is selected, it is scheduled with the clock icon displayed. If the ENTER E button is pressed again, press the ◄, ► but[...]

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    English - 11 Channel Status Display Icons A : An analogue channel. c : A channel selected by pressing the yellow button. * : A channel set as a Favourite. ( : A programme currently being broadcast. : A locked channel. ) : A reserved programme Channel List Option Menu (in All Channels / Added Channels / Favourites) Press the TOOLS button to use th[...]

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    English - 12 Channel List Option Menu (in Programmed ) Y ou can view , modify or delete a reservation. Press the TOOLS button to use the option menu. Change Info Select to change a viewing reservation. Cancel Schedules Select to cancel a viewing reservation. Information Select to view a viewing reservation. (Y ou can also change the reservation inf[...]

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    English - 13 DynamicContrast→Off/Low/Medium/High Y ou can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided. Gamma Y ou can adjust the Primary Colour (Red, Green, Blue) Intensity . Colour Space Colour Space is a colour matrix composed of red, green and blue colours. Select your favourite Colour Space t[...]

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    English - 14 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 t[...]

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    English - 15 Display Modes Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The resolutions in the table are recommended. D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz) V ertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) Sync Polarity (H / V) IBM 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/-[...]

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    English - 16 SOUND CONTROL ConguringtheSoundMenu Mode→Standard/Music/Movie/ClearV oice/Custom Y ou can select a sound mode to suit your personal preferences. Press the TOOLS button to display the T ools menu. Y ou can also congure the sound mode by selecting T ools→SoundMode . Standard Se[...]

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    English - 17 Audio Description (digital channels only) This is an auxiliary audio function that provides an additional audio track for visually challenged persons. This function handles the Audio Stream for the AD (Audio Description), when it is sent along with the Main audio from the broadcaster . Users can turn the Audio Description On or Off and[...]

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    English - 18 SETUP ConguringtheSetupMenu Language Y ou can set the menu language. Time Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV . The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. Clock Mode Y ou can set u[...]

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    English - 19 ChildLock→Off/On This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programme by muting out video and audio. Before the setup screen appears, the PIN number input screen appears. Enter your 4 digit PIN number . The default PIN number of a new TV set is “0-0-0-0”. Y ou [...]

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    English - 20 Melody → Off / Low / Medium / High A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. The Melody does not play When no sound is output from the TV because the MUTE button has been pressed. When no sound is output from the TV because the (–) V olume button has been pressed. When the TV is turned of f by Sleep T i[...]

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    English - 21 ConguringtheSupportMenu Self Diagnosis Picture T est If you think you have a picture problem, perform the picture test. Check the colour pattern on the screen to see if the problem still exists. Y es : If the test pattern does not appear or there is noise in the test pattern, select Y es . There may be a problem with the TV[...]

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    English - 22 RECOMMENDA TIONS FOR USE T eletext Feature Most television stations provide written information services via T eletext. The index page of the T eletext 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 T eletext informa[...]

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    English - 23 T eletext information is often divided between several pages displayed in sequence, which can be accessed by: Entering the page number Selecting a title in a list Selecting a coloured heading (F ASTEXT system) T eletext level supported by the TV is version 2.5 which is capable of displaying additional graphics or text. Depending upon t[...]

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    English - 24 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 - 25 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 whether th[...]

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    W arning! Important Safety Instructions Please read the appropriate section that corresponds to the marking on your Samsung product before attempting to install the product. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL [...]

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    Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only) 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[...]

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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[...]

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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 on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger , headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of[...]

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    Korrekt avfallshantering av produkten (elektriska och elektroniska produkter) Denna markering på produkten, tillbehören och i manualen anger att produkten och de elektroniska tillbehören (t.ex. laddare, headset, USB-kabel) inte bör sorteras tillsammans med annat hushållsavfall när de kasseras. T ill förebyggande av skada på miljö och häls[...]

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    Правилно третиране на изделието след края на експлоатационния му жив от (Отпадъци, пре дставляв ащи електрическо и е лектронно оборудване)(Важи за д ържавите на Европейския съюз и други европ[...]

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    Õige viis toote kasutuselt kõrvaldamiseks (elektriliste ja elektrooniliste seadmete jäätmed) Selline tähistus tootel või selle tarvikutel või dokumentidel näitab, et toodet ega selle elektroonilisi tarvikuid (nt laadija, peakomplekt, USB- kaabel) ei tohi kasutusaja lõppemisel kõrvaldada koos muude olmejäätmetega. Selleks et vältida jä[...]

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    Correct disposal of batteries in this product (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems.) This marking on the battery , manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the ch[...]

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    KKorrekt bortskaffelse af batterierne i dette produkt (Gælder i EU og andre europæiske lande med særlige retursystemer for batterier). Mærket på dette batteri, dokumentationen eller emballagen betyder , at batterierne i dette produkt efter endt levetid ikke må bortskaffes sammen med andet husholdningsaffald. Mærkning med de kemiske symboler [...]

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    Správná likvidace baterií v tomto výrobku (Platí v Evropské unii a dalších evropských zemích s vlastními systémy zpětného odběru baterií.) T ato značka na baterii, návodu nebo obalu znamená, že baterie v tomto výrobku nesmí být na konci své životnosti likvidovány společně s jiným domovním odpadem. Případně vyznačen[...]