Samsung PS42PNSB User Manual

Plasma Displaywith Media StationOwner’s InstructionsBefore operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

10ENGYou must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control whenyou:◆ Purchase the PDP◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operatingcor

11ENGInstalling a Rack on the PDP1 After removing the protect sheet for the footrubber, attach eight foot rubbers on the rearof the swivel stand. (The

12ENGConnecting to an Aerial (or Cable Television Network)To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received bythe set from one of the f

13Switching On and OffENGIf your Media Station isn’t turned on when the power button ispressed, please check if the “TV” mode has been chosen bypressi

14ENGThe remote control is used mainly to:◆ Change channels and adjust the volume◆ Display the on-screen menu systemThe following table presents the m

This remote control can operate almost any Cable box, VCR, orDVD, in addition to controlling the TV.1 Turn off your VCR, Cable box, or DVD.2 Press the

16ENGWhen the Media Station is initially powered ON, several basiccustomer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. Thefollowing settings are

17When you start using your PDP for the first time, you must selectthe language which will be used for displaying menus andindications.1 Press the MEN

18ENGMoveChannelAreaAuto StoreManual StoreChannel SortChannel EditFine TuneASIA / W.EUROPEMenuSelectYou can scan for the frequency ranges available to

19MoveChannelAreaAuto StoreManual StoreChannel SortChannel EditFine TuneASIA / W.EUROPEMenuEnterThis operation allows you to change the programme numb

2ENGSafety Instructions◆ Do not place the PDP on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, table, or floor where it can fall.◆ Do not expose the PDP t

20ENGMoveChannelAreaAuto StoreManual StoreChannel SortChannel EditFine TuneASIA / W.EUROPEMenuEnterYou can store up to television channels, including

219 If you know the number of the channel to be stored...◆Move the joystick up or down until the Channel No. isselected. Move the joystick right.◆Sele

22ENGMoveChannelAreaAuto StoreManual StoreChannel SortChannel EditFine TuneASIA / W.EUROPEMenuEnter1 Press the MENU button.Result: The main menu is di

23If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel,as this is done automatically during the search and store operation.If the signa

24ENGMovePictureModeContrastBrightnessSharpnessColourTintCustomNormalColour ToneSelectMenuYou can select the picture mode which best corresponds to yo

25ENGYou can select the picture size which best corresponds to yourviewing requirements.1 Press the MENU button.Result: The main menu is displayed.2 M

26ENG1 Press the MENU button.Result: The Picture menu is displayed.2 Press the joystick button to enter the picture menu.3 Select a option (Contrast,

27ENGSetting the Picture (PC Mode)MoveFunctionLanguageTimeSizeImage LockMelodyEnglishNormalOnMenuEnterMoveImage LockMenuAdjustFrequencyPhasePositionRe

28ENGYou can select the type of special sound effect to be used whenwatching a given broadcast.1 Press the MENU button.Result: The main menu is displa

29ENGEach broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it isnot easy for you to adjust the volume every time the channel ischanged. This

3ENGCautionCAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE REAR COVER, NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONN

30ENGDepending on the particular program being broadcast, you candisplay and control the processing and output of the audio signal.When power is switc

31This feature allows you enjoy Dolby Pro Logic surround effect fullywith only surround speakers are connected to the Media Station.This allows variou

32ENGSetting the Dolby SurroundSurround Mode Input SignalMainCenterMain Surround Surround SubLeft Right Right Left WooferOff Stereo ✔✔ ✔Mono ✔✔ ✔Virtu

33The following Dolby Surround settings can be adjusted to suit yourpersonal preferences. ◆ Volume of the center and rear speakers◆ Delay time for the

34ENGMoveSoundModeEqualizerAuto VolumeSourceSound ModeDolby SurroundHeadphoneCustomOffMainStereoEnterMenuMoveHeadphoneVolumeBassTrebleBalanceAdjustMen

You can hear clear melody sound when power is switched on or off.1 Press the MENU button.Result: The main menu is displayed.2 Move the joystick up or

36ENGSwitching On and Off AutomaticallyYou can switch on or off automatically at the time you select. Also you can select the channel and volume level

37ENGSetting the Sleep TimerYou can select a time period of between 15 and 360 minutes afterwhich the PDP automatically switches to Standby mode.1 Pre

38ENGYou can display a sub picture within the main picture. In this wayyou can monitor the input sources from any connected equipment.1 Press the MENU

397 To select the size of sub picture, select the Size by moving thejoystick up or down. Move the joystick left or right.Result: The following sizes a

4ENGContents (continued)◆ FOREWORD Safety Instructions...

40ENGDuring the PIP feature is activating, you can listen to the sound of thesub picture.1 Press the MENU button.Result: The main menu is displayed.2

41Once you have connected up your various audio and video systems,you can view the different sources by selecting the appropriate input.1Check that al

42ENGMost television channels provide written information services viateletext. Information provided includes:◆Television programme times◆News bulleti

43You can display Teletext information at any time on your PDP.☛For Teletext information to be displayed correctly,channel reception must be stable; o

44ENGWhen you have displayed a Teletext page, you can select variousoptions to suit your requirements.To display... Press the...◆ Hidden text (reveal)

45You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numericbuttons on the remote control.1 Enter the three-digit page number given in the content

46ENGConnecting to the External Devices☛Whenever you connect an audio or video system to yourMedia Station, ensure that all elements are switched off.

47Connecting to the DVD InputENGThe RCA connectors are used for equipment with a DVD output. (480i/480p/576i/576p)DVDRear of the Media StationConnecti

48ENGConnecting to the Audio OutputThe “SURROUND OUT” and “AUDIO OUT” connectors are used for equipment, such as an audiosystem or external amplifier

49ENG☛Setting up Your Display Plug and PlayOur adoption of the new VESA®Plug and Play solutioneliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allo

5ENGContents◆ USING YOUR DISPLAY Setting the Dolby Surround ... 31 Adj

50ENGSetting up Your PC Software (Windows only)The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. But the actual screens on yourPC w

51ENGInput Mode (PC/DVI)Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution.The table below shows all of th

52ENGPin ConfigurationsPin PC IN1 Red (R)2 Green (G)3 Blue (B)4 Grounding5 Grounding (DDC)6 Red (R) Grounding7 Green (G) Grounding8 Blue (B) Grounding

53Care and MaintenanceENGWith proper care, your PDP will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to getthe maximum performance

54ENGTroubleshootingBefore contacting Service Personnel, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve theproblem using the instructions be

55ENGWiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only)◆ IMPORTANT NOTICEThe mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fu

-AFTER SALES SERVICE-Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agentif a change in the performance of your product indicatesthat a faulty co

6ENGViewing the Plasma DisplayRemote Control Signal ReceiverAim the remote control towards thisspot on the PDP.Front PanelSOURCEExternal input selecti

7Viewing the Plasma DisplayENGRear PanelConnect the video cable between the PDPand Media Station.Plug the mains lead into an appropriatesocket.

8ENGViewing the Media StationFront PanelRear PaneladcfhjikglmebHeadphone connectorS-Video inputAudio inputsVideo inputStand by /Power On indicatorOn-S

9ENGRemote Control ButtonsPowerAUTOMATIC SWITCH-OFFVCR/DVD FUNCTIONS;- STOP (Stop)- REWIND (Rew)- PLAY/PAUSE (Play/Pause)- FAST FORWARD (FF)POWER ON/O