Samsung LT-P468W User Manual

BN68-00665D-021-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)U.S.ASamsung Electronics America Service Division400 Valley Road, Suite 201Mount Arlington, NJ 07856www.sa

Your TV and AccessoriesFront Panel/Rear Panel Front Panel Buttons8Getting startedYour TV and Accessories1 SOURCE Button Checks the connection status

How to Set up Restrictions Using the Canadian French98Using the V-ChipHow to Set up Restrictions Using the Canadian French1MENU2,3,4,5ENTER2,3,4,5…/†/

Connecting to a PCChecklist Before Connecting to a PC...100PC Software Setup...101Connecting

Checklist Before Connecting to a PCPlease check the following before connecting your TV to a PC.100Connecting to a PCChecklist Before Connecting to a

The Windows (MS Windows XP) display-settings for a typical computer are shown below.PC Software Setup101Connecting to a PCPC Software SetupNote• The a

You can connect a PC to your TV and use the TV as the PC monitor.Connecting to a PC102Connecting to a PCConnecting to a PCTo View a PC Image on the TV

103Connecting to a PCConnecting to a PCSignal per Pin of the PC Video Jack PlugVESA Plug & PlayAutomatically recognized when a PC is connects,as V

The frequency and positioning of the PC screen can be automatically adjusted.SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Scr

If vertical patterns appear on the PC screen, adjust the frequency.SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off

Fine tune the PC screen for improved picture quality.Fine Tuning (Vertical Tuning)106Connecting to a PCFine Tuning (Vertical Tuning)SetupTime √Plug &a

Adjust the PC’s screen positioning if it does not fit the TV screen.SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off

9Rear Panel JacksGetting startedYour TV and Accessories1 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIOOUTPUT 2 HDMI INPUT 3 DVI INPUT4 DVI AUDIO INPUT5 PC AUDIO INPUT6 PC INP

Use this function to return the screen settings to the default values.SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : O

TroubleshootingTroubleshooting...110BN68-00665D-01_100~109 9/1/04 3:07 AM Page 109

Troubleshooting110TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf the TV seems to have a problem, first try finding the solution in this Troubleshooting List. If non

111TroubleshootingTroubleshootingPictureProblemNo picture or sound. No picture or dark pictureBlue screen/ No picturefrom the connected source.Overlap

Troubleshooting112TroubleshootingTroubleshootingPCProblemCannot change theresolutionCannot see words properlyPossible Solution ReferenceUpdate the gra

Miscellaneous InformationStorage & Maintenance ...114Accessories and Items Sold Separately...115Glos

Storage & Maintenance114Miscellaneous InformationStorage & MaintenanceCleaning and Maintaining Your TV.Maintaining the Exterior of the TV and

Accessories and Items Sold Separately115Miscellaneous InformationAccessories and Items Sold SeparatelyAccessories0Remote Control, Power Cord, Owner’s

GlossaryTerms listed in alphabetical order.116Miscellaneous InformationGlossaryAnalog Broadcast SignalsAnalog video/audio signals are non-digital sign

Screen Menu Structure117Miscellaneous InformationScreen Menu StructureThe Screen Menu Structure is shown below.Buttons used for the screen menu contro

Remote Control Buttons10Getting startedYour TV and AccessoriesYour TV and AccessoriesRemote Control and AccessoriesŒ ˝ÒÚÆı˜Ô´ˇ¨ˆØ∏”’1 POWER2 P.SIZE

Screen Menu Structure118Miscellaneous InformationScreen Menu StructurePictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color

Air/CATV Air/STD/HRC/IRCAuto ProgramAdd/DeleteFine TuneLNA On/Off119Miscellaneous InformationScreen Menu StructureChannelAir/CATV : Air √Auto Program

Screen Menu Structure120Miscellaneous InformationScreen Menu StructureWhen selecting the input source (PC/DVI)InputSource List : TV √Edit Name √Anynet

121Miscellaneous InformationScreen Menu StructurePictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Con

Screen Menu Structure122Miscellaneous InformationScreen Menu StructureSetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : O

123Miscellaneous InformationSpecificationsSpecificationsThe product design and specifications can be changed for improvement in performance without pr

Index124Miscellaneous InformationIndexAAccessories 11Antenna 25Auto Adjustment (PC) 102Auto Program 42Auto Volume 79BBlue Screen 72Brightness 53Brigh

11Getting startedYour TV and Accessories–18 STILL √ See page 73Press to stop the action during a particularscene. Press again to resume normal video.1

12Getting startedUsing Your Remote ControlUsing the Move and ENTER ButtonsYour TV and AccessoriesUsing Your Remote ControlInserting Batteries in the

13Getting startedSetting Up Your Remote ControlYour TV and AccessoriesSetting Up Your Remote ControlThis TV's remote control can operate almost

14Getting startedProgramming the Remote Control for Other ComponentsYour TV and AccessoriesProgramming the Remote Control for Other ComponentsVCR Re

15Getting startedProgramming the Remote Control for Other ComponentsCable Box (CATV) Remote Control CodesDVD Remote Control CodesBN68-00665D-01_02~21

Wall Installation InstructionsNotes & Checking Parts16List of Contents (Sold Separately)Installation NotesGetting startedNotes & Checking Part

Wall Installation InstructionsAttaching Your TV to the Wall Attachment Panel Bracket17How to Attach the TV to the Bracket (sold separately)Getting sta

Precautions When Displaying a Still Image• Digital Ready TV: When youselect the regular screen (4:3)mode to watch an SD-gradedigital broadcast (and th

Wall Installation InstructionsAttaching Your TV to the Wall Attachment Panel Bracket18Getting startedAttaching Your TV to the Wall Attachment Panel Br

19Getting startedAttaching Your TV to the Wall Attachment Panel Bracket5. Put the four holders on the back of the TV into the holes on the wall bracke

Wall Installation InstructionsAdjusting the Angle of the BracketHow to Adjust the Mounting Angle20Getting startedAdjusting the Angle of the BracketFac

Using the Anti-Theft Lock21Getting startedUsing the Anti-Theft LockThe Kensington lock is a device used to physically secure the LCD TV when using it

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Connection & Input SourceSetupChecklist Before Installation ... 24Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas...

Checklist Before Installation24Connection & Input Source SetupChecklist Before Installation1. Please read the Owner’s Manual of the device you are

25Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting VHF and UHF AntennasConnecting VHF and UHF AntennasIf your antenna has a set of leads that look like t

26Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting VHF and UHF AntennasConnecting VHF and UHF AntennasConnecting Cable TVYou can connect different cable

27Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting Cable TVConnecting Cable TVIf your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels)

• Integrated Digital TV (wide-screen): When the TV receivesSD-grade (regular) broadcastingsignals (receives 480p regularsignals). • Digital Ready TV (

Connecting a VCR28Viewing VCR PlaybackConnection & Input Source SetupConnecting a VCR1Connect the antenna cable to the ANTENNA INterminal on the b

29Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting & Viewing Satellite TV1 324Connecting & Viewing Satellite TVConnect the Satellite cable to the

30Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting a DVD PlayerConnecting a DVD PlayerViewing a DVD TitleTo Connect Using Component Cable1Connect the com

31Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting a DVD PlayerTo Connect Using Regular Audio and Video Cables1Connect the video cable between the [Video

Connecting a Digital Set-Top Box (STB)32Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting a Digital Set-Top Box (STB)1Connect the antenna cable to the ant

This applies to all external input devices connected using the video and audio terminals.33Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting a Camcorder/G

34Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting an Amplifier/Home Theater (Variable Audio Output)Connecting an Amplifier/Home Theater (Variable Audio

35Connection & Input Source SetupConnecting an HDMI Corresponding DeviceConnecting an HDMI Corresponding DeviceViewing a HDMI DeviceHDMI Correspon

There are many types of audio systems on the market today.A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown below. For more information, see your

Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, Set-Top box and the TV source (broadcast or cab

Features2A TV with High-Definition and SRS TruSurround XT sound• No image distortion with a viewing angle over 160 degrees • Simulated 5.1 Channel sou

You can edit the name of the input devices connected.38Connection & Input Source SetupEditing Input Source NamesInputAV1 : - - - - √AV2 : - - - -

Setting the InitializationPlug & Play Feature ... 40Setting Channels ...

When the TV is initially powered On, four basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently:Setting the language, Video signal source, Au

Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal sourcethat is connected to the TV (i.e., an an

The AUTO PROGRAM feature automatically stores all of the available Air/CATV channels in the memory.Auto ProgramAir 13Enter ReturnStartAuto ProgramAi

43Setting the InitializationStoring Channels AutomaticallyPress the [MENU] button while the function is beingexecuted.Also you can press the [ENTER] b

You can add channels of your choice to memory.44Setting the InitializationAdding ChannelsAdd/DeleteAir 3 Not in MemoryCH Change Enter ReturnAddCh

You can erase any channel you choose from memory.45Setting the InitializationErasing ChannelsSetting ChannelsErasing ChannelsPress the channel number

If you experience intermittent lines, blurry colors or unstable picture quality, you can fine tune the channel foroptimal picture quality.Fine TuneAir

If picture noise occurs on a particular channel, the LNA function can be used to improve reception.ChannelAir/CATV : Air √Auto Program √Add/Delete √Fi

Before Reading This Manual: 3Please refer to the following before reading the remainder of this manual.Symbols Used Throughout the TextSymbol NameBefo

Your can select a MENU language.English, Français, Español or Português is available for the MENU language.SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Captio

CaptionCaption : OnMode : CaptionChannel : 1Field: 1Move Enter ReturnSetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Of

CaptionCaption : OnMode : CaptionChannel : 1Field: 1Move Enter Return12CaptionCaption : OnMode : CaptionChannel : 1Field: 1Move Enter Return12Viewing

Setting the PictureSelecting a Picture Mode... 52Customizing the Picture Settings ... 53Adjust

PictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Contrast: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnPictureMode :

PictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Contrast: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnCustomContrast

PictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Contrast: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnPictureMode :

PictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Contrast: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnPictureMode :

PIP SettingsTVOOOOOOOOOXPicturePIP : OffSource : TVSwapSize : Position :Channel : Air 3Move Enter ReturnOffOnPictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Ton

PicturePIP : OffSource : TVSwapSize : Position :Channel : Air 3Move Enter ReturnPIPPIP : On √Source : TV √Swap √Size : √Position : √Channel : Air 3

Contents4Features ... 2Befo

PIPPIP : On √Source : TV √Swap √Size : √Position : √Channel : Air 3 √Move Enter ReturnPIPPIP : On √Source : TV √Swap √Size : √Position : √Channel : A

PIPPIP : On √Source : TV √Swap √Size : √Position : √Channel : Air 3 √Move Enter ReturnPIPPIP : OnSource : TVSwapSize : √Position :Channel : Air 3 √M

PIPPIP : On √Source : TV √Swap √Size : √Position : √Channel : Air 3 √Move Enter ReturnPIPPIP : OnSource : TVSwapSize :Position :Channel : Air 3 √Mov

Picture-in-Picture FunctionChanging the PIP Channel61Setting the PicturePicture-in-Picture FunctionYou can change the PIP channel.PIPPIP : On √Source

PictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Contrast: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnMy Color Contr

63Setting the PictureMy Color ControlMy Color Control Mode CharacteristicsUsing My Color Control mode, you can enjoy the vivid colors shown below.Stan

Detail ControlMove Adjust ReturnOriginal AdjustedDetail ControlPink 50Green 50Blue 100ResetMove Enter ReturnMy Color ControlEasy Control : Standard √D

PictureMode : Dynamic √Custom √Color Tone : Warm1 √DNIe : DNIe On √PIP √My Color Control √Dynamic Contrast: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnPictureMode :

Brightness Sensor+-Move Enter ReturnOff On66Setting the PictureBrightness Sensor SettingsPicture… MoreBrightness Sensor: On √Size : Wide √Film Mode :

Color WeaknessMove Adjust ReturnSetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off √Color Weakness: Off √† MoreMo

5Setting the My Color Control ... 62My Color Control 62My Colo

Picture… MoreBrightness Sensor: On √Size : Wide √Film Mode : Off √Digital NR : On √Move Enter ReturnPicture… MoreBrightness Sensor: OnSize : WideFilm

69Setting the Picture Changing the Screen SizePress the [P.SIZE] button to change the screen size.Each press of the [P.SIZE] button switches the pictu

Picture… MoreBrightness Sensor: On √Size : Wide √Film Mode : Off √Digital NR : On √Move Enter ReturnPicture… MoreBrightness Sensor: OnSize : WideFilm

Picture… MoreBrightness Sensor: On √Size : Wide √Film Mode : Off √Digital NR : On √Move Enter ReturnPicture… MoreBrightness Sensor: OnSize : WideFilm

SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off √Color Weakness: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnSetupTimePlug & Pl

Freezing the Picture73Setting the Picture Freezing the PicturePress the [STILL] button.Each press of the [STILL] button toggles between On and Off.Sti

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Setting the SoundSelecting the Sound Mode... 76Adjusting the Equalizer ... 77Setting

SoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub Woofer √Sound Select : Main √Move Enter ReturnSoundMode : Standa

SoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub Woofer √Sound Select : Main √Move Enter ReturnEqualizerMove Adju

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SoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub Woofer √Sound Select : Main √Move Enter ReturnSoundMode : Standa

SoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub Woofer √Sound Select : Main √Move Enter ReturnSoundMode : Standa

SoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub Woofer √Sound Select : Main √Move Enter ReturnSoundMode : Standa

Sub WooferMode : On √Volume 50Cut off Freq. 150Move Adjust ReturnSoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub

SoundMode : Standard √Equalizer √MTS : Stereo √Auto Volume : Off √SRS TSXT : Off √Sub Woofer √Sound Select : Main √Move Enter ReturnSoundMode : Standa

Setup… MoreMelody : On √PC √Move Enter ReturnSetup… MoreMelody : OnPCMove Enter ReturnOffOnSetting up the Melody Sound83Setting the SoundSetting up th

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Setting the ClockSetting the Current Time ... 86Setting the On/Off Timer... 87Setti

SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off √Color Weakness: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnTimeClock Set : 12:00

SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off √Color Weakness: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnTimeClock Set : 10:30

Getting startedYour TV and Accessories ... 8Wall Installation Instructions ... 16Using t

Hour Minute am/pm06 30 amCh. Vol. ActivationAir 06 10 No…†Hour Minute am/pm06 30 amCh. Vol. Activ

89Setting the ClockSetting the On/Off Timer1,2,3,4…/†/√5EXITHour Minute am/pm Activation11…†00 am NoHour Minute am/pm Ac

SetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off √Color Weakness: Off √† MoreMove Enter ReturnTimeClock Set : 10:30

Using the V-ChipSetting up your Personal ID Number (PIN)... 92How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip... 93How to Set-Up Restrict

Change PIN0~9 Enter PIN ReturnEnter New PINSetupTime √Plug & Play √V-Chip √Caption √Language : English √Blue Screen : Off √Color Weakness: Off √†

V-ChipV-Chip Lock : OnTV Parental GuidelinesMPAA RatingChange PINMove Enter ReturnV-Chip0~9 Enter PIN ReturnHow to Enable/Disable the V-Chip93Using th

V-ChipV-Chip Lock : On √TV Parental Guidelines √MPAA Rating √Canadian English √Canadian French √Change PIN √<USA><Canada>Move Enter Return

V-ChipV-Chip Lock : On √TV Parental Guidelines √MPAA Rating √Canadian English √Canadian French √Change PIN √<USA><Canada>Move Enter Return

Important Notes About Parental Locks96Using the V-ChipImportant Notes About Parental LocksExplanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems:TV (FCC)

How to Set up Restrictions Using the Canadian English97Using the V-ChipHow to Set up Restrictions Using the Canadian EnglishV-ChipV-Chip Lock : On √TV