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Samsung SP43T9 Owner's Instructions Manual
Samsung SP43T9 Owner's Instructions Manual

Samsung SP43T9 Owner's Instructions Manual

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Owner's Instructions
Before operating the unit,
please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
P
ICTURE
Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
COLOR
TELEVISION
SP43T6/54T6
SP43T7
SP43T8/54T8/62T8
SP43T9/54T9
SP43Q1
SP43R1/54R1
SP43R2/54R2
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P
N
ICTURE
TELETEXT
S
F
ELF
OCUS
(PIP)

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ICTURE TELETEXT Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register COLOR TELEVISION SP43T6/54T6 SP43T7 SP43T8/54T8/62T8 SP43T9/54T9 SP43Q1 SP43R1/54R1 SP43R2/54R2 (PIP) ICTURE OCUS...
  • Page 3: Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing

    Uneven CRT aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. English - 3...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ◆ F OREWORD Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing ... ■ ◆ C ONNECTING AND REPARING Control Panel (depending on the model)... ■ Connection Panel ... ■ Using a Display Deck (depending on the model) ... ■ Infrared Remote Control ... ■...
  • Page 5: Your

    Contents ◆ U SING ELEVISION (continued) Setting the Blue Screen Mode... ■ Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) ... 40~41 ■ Changing the Sound Standard ... ■ Adjusting the Sound Settings ... ■ Adjusting the Volume Automatically ... ■ Setting the TruSurround XT... ■...
  • Page 6: Control Panel (Depending On The Model)

    Control Panel (depending on the model) SP43T6 SP54T6 SP43T7 SP43T8 SP54T8 SP62T8 SP43R2 SP54R2 ( a ) Switch among video input modes ( b ) Display the on-screen menu ( c ) Select the channels ( d ) Adjust the volume ( e ) Switch the TV on and off ➢...
  • Page 7 Control Panel (depending on the model) (continued) ➢ The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on your model. SP43Q1 SP43T9 SP54T9 SP43R1 SP54R1 ( a ) Switch among video input modes ( b ) Display the on-screen menu...
  • Page 8: Connection Panel

    Connection Panel ➢ Side of the TV Front of the TV Rear of the TV ( a ) ANT IN VHF/UHF (75Ω) ( b ) AV INPUT (VIDEO/L-AUDIO-R)-1, 2 ( c ) AV OUTPUT (VIDEO / L-AUDIO-R) ➢ For further details about connection, refer to pages 57~59. ➢...
  • Page 9: Using A Display Deck (Depending On The Model)

    You should display only the component that is within 126mm high. When displaying a component in the display deck, please space it out 30mm from the front, 20mm from either end. (depending on the model) SP54T8/62T8 SP43Q1 SP43T9/54T9 English - 9...
  • Page 10: Infrared Remote Control

    Infrared Remote Control TELEVISION STANDBY PICTURE SIZE/ TELETEXT SIZE SELECTION TUNER/CABLE NETWORK SELECTION DIRECT CHANNEL SELECTION ONE, TWO, OR THREE-DIGIT CHANNEL SELECTION/ TELETEXT STORE (NOT AVAILABLE) VOLUME INCREASE TEMPORARY SOUND SWITCH-OFF VOLUME DECREASE TELETEXT DISPLAY/ MIX BOTH TELETEXT INFORMATION AND THE NORMAL BROADCAST MENU DISPLAY/ TELETEXT INDEX CONTROL THE CURSOR...
  • Page 11: Inserting The Batteries In The Remote Control

    Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: ◆ Purchase the television ◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing the symbol ( ) downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it.
  • Page 12: Connecting A Satellite Receiver Or Decoder

    Connecting a Satellite Receiver or Decoder In order to watch television programmes broadcast via a satellite network, you must connect a satellite receiver to the rear of TV. Also, in order to descramble a coded transmission signal, you must Rear of the TV connect a decoder to the rear of TV.
  • Page 13: Switching Your Television On And Off

    Switching Your Television On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your television. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. ➢ The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the television and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz. Press the “...
  • Page 14: Placing Your Television In Standby Mode

    Placing Your Television in Standby Mode Your television can be placed in Standby mode, in order to reduce the power consumption. The Standby mode can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example). English - 14 Press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control.
  • Page 15: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control

    Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control The remote control is used mainly to: ◆ Change channels and adjust the volume ◆ Set up the television using the on-screen menu system The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions.
  • Page 16: Plug & Play Feature

    Plug & Play Feature Plug & Play Start Plug & Play Enter Return Plug & Play Language English Français Türkçe Move Enter Skip Plug & Play Check antenna input Enter Skip Plug & Play Area Asia W/Europe CIS E/Europe China Hongkong/UK Australia NZL/Indonesia...
  • Page 17 Plug & Play Feature If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Setup is selected. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER ( ) button.
  • Page 18: Displaying Information

    Displaying Information Mono Picture Mode Dynamic Sound Mode Standard Clock 12 : 02 am Choosing Your Language Setup √ √ Time √ √ Plug & Play √ √ Language : English √ √ Self Focus √ √ Blue Screen : Off √...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Screen Automatically (Self Focus)

    Adjusting the Screen Automatically (Self Focus) The “Self Focus” feature automatically finds the optimum picture quality when blurring, overlapping colors or incorrect focus occurs. These conditions may be caused by moving your TV. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed.
  • Page 20: Deactivating The Automatic Execution Of The Self Focus

    Deactivating the Automatic Execution of the Self Focus Setup √ √ Time √ √ Plug & Play √ √ Language : English √ √ Self Focus √ √ Blue Screen : Off √ √ Melody : On Move Enter Return Self Focus √...
  • Page 21: Removing The "Self Focus" From The Display

    Removing the “Self Focus” from the Display Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Setup is selected. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER ( ) button.
  • Page 22: Channels

    Storing Channels Automatically Channel √ √ Auto Store √ √ Manual Store √ √ Add/Delete √ √ Sort √ √ Child Lock √ √ Fine Tune ▼ More Move Enter Return Auto Store Area : Off Asia W/Europe Search CIS E/Europe China Hongkong/UK Australia...
  • Page 23: Sorting The Stored Channels

    Sorting the Stored Channels This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using the auto store. You can delete those channels you do not want to keep. Press the MENU ( ) button.
  • Page 24: Storing Channels Manually

    Storing Channels Manually Channel √ √ Auto Store √ √ Manual Store √ √ Add/Delete √ √ Sort √ √ Child Lock √ √ Fine Tune ▼ More Move Enter Return Manual Store Programme Auto C - - Auto C - - Auto C - - Auto...
  • Page 25: Storing Channels Manually

    Storing Channels Manually If you know the number of the channel to be stored, see the following steps. ◆ Press the œ or √ button until the Channel is selected. ◆ Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel).
  • Page 26: Skipping Unwanted Channels

    Skipping Unwanted Channels Channel √ √ Auto Store √ √ Manual Store √ √ Add/Delete √ √ Sort √ √ Child Lock √ √ Fine Tune ▼ More Move Enter Return Add/Delete In Memory Delete Change Enter Return Add/Delete Not In Memory Change Enter Return...
  • Page 27: Locking The Channel

    Locking the Channel This feature allows you to lock the television so that it cannot be switched on via the front panel. It can, however, still be switched on via the remote control. Thus, by keeping the remote control away from unauthorized users, such as children, you can prevent them from watching unsuitable programme.
  • Page 28: Fine Tuning Channel Reception

    Fine Tuning Channel Reception Channel √ √ Auto Store √ √ Manual Store √ √ Add/Delete √ √ Sort √ √ Child Lock √ √ Fine Tune ▼ More Move Enter Return Fine Tune Reset œ œ √ √ Adjust Save Return Move...
  • Page 29: Using The Lna (Low Noise Amplifier) Feature

    Using the LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) Feature This feature is very useful in the situation that the TV is used in a weak signal, and amplifies the TV signal in the weak signal area, but not noise. This feature is working only in a weak signal condition, and that is memorized on relevant channel’s additional information.
  • Page 30: Viewing The Channel Scan Picture

    Viewing the Channel Scan Picture Channel ▲ More √ √ : Off √ √ CH. Scan Move Enter Return English - 30 Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Channel is selected. Result: The options available in the Channel group are displayed.
  • Page 31: Changing The Picture Standard

    Changing the Picture Standard You can select the picture mode which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Picture is selected. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.
  • Page 32: Customizing The Picture Settings

    Customizing the Picture Settings Picture √ √ Mode : Dynamic √ √ Custom √ √ Color Tone : Normal √ √ Size √ √ Scan Mode : Auto √ √ Digital NR : Off ▼ More Move Enter Return Custom Contrast Brightness Sharpness...
  • Page 33: Selecting The Picture Size (4:3 Model)

    Selecting the Picture Size (4:3 Model) You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Picture is selected. Result : The options available in the Picture group are displayed.
  • Page 34: Selecting The Picture Size (Wide Model)

    Selecting the Picture Size (Wide Model) Picture √ √ Mode : Dynamic √ √ Custom √ √ Color Tone : Normal √ √ Size √ √ Scan Mode : Auto √ √ Digital NR : Off ▼ More Move Enter Return Size 16:9...
  • Page 35 Selecting the Picture Size (Wide Model) 4:3 Signal 16:9 16:9 Panorama Cinema 1 16:9 Signal 16:9 16:9 Panorama Cinema 1 (continued) Panorama Zoom 1 Zoom 1 Cinema 1 Cinema 2 Cinema 2 Zoom 1 Panorama Zoom 1 Cinema 1 Cinema 2 Cinema 2 Zoom 2 Zoom 2...
  • Page 36: Selecting The Scan Mode

    Selecting the Scan Mode Picture √ √ Mode : Dynamic √ √ Custom √ √ Color Tone : Normal √ √ Size √ √ Scan Mode : Auto √ √ Digital NR : Off ▼ More Move Enter Return Picture √...
  • Page 37: Using The Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction) Feature

    Using the Digital NR (Digital Noise Reduction) Feature If the signal received by your television is weak, you can activate this feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed.
  • Page 38: Tm (Digital Natural Image Engine)

    DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) Picture ▲ More √ √ √ √ DNIe : On Move Enter Return Picture ▲ More √ √ √ √ DNIe : On Demo Move Enter Return DNIe Demo DNIe On DNIe Off English - 38 This feature brings you more detailed image with 3D noise reduction, detail enhancement, contrast enhancement and white enhancement.
  • Page 39: Setting The Blue Screen Mode

    Setting the Blue Screen Mode If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the Blue Screen mode to Off.
  • Page 40: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Picture ▲ More √ √ √ √ DNIe : On Move Enter Return √ √ : On √ √ Source : TV √ √ Size √ √ Swap √ √ Position √ √ Prog. : P 1 Move Enter...
  • Page 41: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Position is selected. Press the ENTER ( ) button. Result: The positions available are displayed. ➢ The Position menu is available when the Size is Large or Small.
  • Page 42: Changing The Sound Standard

    Changing the Sound Standard Sound √ √ Mode : Custom √ √ Equalizer √ √ Auto Volume : Off √ √ SRS TSXT : Off Move Enter Return Sound √ √ Mode : Custom Standard √ √ Equalizer Music √ √ Auto Volume : Off Movie Speech...
  • Page 43: Adjusting The Sound Settings

    Adjusting the Sound Settings The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Sound is selected. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER ( ) button.
  • Page 44: Adjusting The Volume Automatically

    Adjusting the Volume Automatically Sound √ √ Mode : Custom √ √ Equalizer √ √ Auto Volume : Off √ √ SRS TSXT : Off Move Enter Return Sound √ √ Mode : Custom √ √ Equalizer √ √ Auto Volume : Off √...
  • Page 45: Setting The Trusurround Xt

    Setting the TruSurround XT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. Trusurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
  • Page 46: Setting The Melody Sound

    Setting the Melody Sound Setup √ √ Time √ √ Plug & Play √ √ Language : English √ √ Self Focus √ √ Blue Screen : Off √ √ Melody : On Move Enter Return Setup √ √ Time √...
  • Page 47: Selecting The Sound Mode (Depending On The Model)

    Selecting the Sound Mode The “DUAL I-II” button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When power is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “Dual I ” or “Stereo”, depending on the current transmission. Type of broadcast Regular broadcast (Standard audio) Regular +...
  • Page 48: Setting And Displaying The Current Time

    Setting and Displaying the Current Time Setup √ √ Time √ √ Plug & Play √ √ Language : English √ √ Self Focus √ √ Blue Screen : Off √ √ Melody : On Move Enter Return Time √ √ Clock : -- : -- am √...
  • Page 49: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the Sleep Timer You can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after which the television automatically switches to Standby mode. Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button until the Setup is selected. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed.
  • Page 50: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically

    Switching the Television On and Off Automatically Setup √ √ Time √ √ Plug & Play √ √ Language : English √ √ Self Focus √ √ Blue Screen : Off √ √ Melody : On Move Enter Return Time √...
  • Page 51: Viewing An External Signal Source

    Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCR, DVD, Set-Top Box and the TV source (broadcast or cable) Press the MENU ( ) button. Result: The options available in the Input group are displayed.
  • Page 52: Teletext Feature

    Teletext Feature Most television channels provide written information services via teletext. Information provided includes: This information is divided into numbered pages (see diagram). English - 52 ◆ Television programme times ◆ News bulletins and weather forecasts ◆ Sports results ◆ Travel information Part Contents Selected page number.
  • Page 53: Displaying The Teletext Information

    Displaying the Teletext Information You can display Teletext information at any time on your television. ☛ For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable; otherwise: ◆ Information may be missing ◆ Some pages may not be displayed Select the channel providing the Teletext service using the P button.
  • Page 54: Selecting Display Options

    Selecting Display Options When you have displayed a Teletext page, you can select various options to suit your requirements. To display... ◆ Hidden text ◆ The normal screen ◆ A secondary page ◆ The broadcast when searching for a page ◆...
  • Page 55: Selecting A Teletext Page

    Selecting a Teletext Page You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.
  • Page 56: Storing Teletext Pages (Depending On The Model)

    Storing Teletext Pages You can store up to four teletext pages to display them later at leisure. English - 56 (depending on the model) Select the LIST mode using the button. Result: Four 3-digit numbers are displayed in different colors. ➢...
  • Page 57: Connecting To The External Devices

    Connecting to the External Devices Rear of the TV (Input/Output) ① This end can be fitted with: ◆ Three RCA connectors (VIDEO + AUDIO-L and R) ② This end can be fitted with: ◆ A SCART connector ◆ Three RCA connectors (VIDEO + AUDIO-L and R) ◆...
  • Page 58: Connecting To The Audio Output

    Connecting to the Audio Output ➢ The AUDIO OUT RCA connectors are used for equipment, such as an audio system (to take full advantage of the Surround sound effect). Rear of the TV Audio system English - 58...
  • Page 59: Connecting To The S-Video Input

    Connecting to the S-Video Input ➢ The S-VIDEO INPUT and RCA (AUDIO3-L and R) connectors are used for equipment with an S-Video output, such as a camcorder or VCR. Side of the TV (depending on the model) Front of the TV ①...
  • Page 60: Programming The Remote Control For Other Components

    Your TV comes equipped with a universal remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote control can also operate a VCR, Cable box, DVD, and some Samsung Set-top boxes (even if your VCR, Cable box and DVD are made by manufacturers other than Samsung).
  • Page 61: Vcr Remote Control Codes

    007, 026 Pentax Pentex Research Philco Philips Pioneer 066, 067, 069 Portland PROSCAN Quartz Quasar Radio Shack/Realistic Samsung Sansui 054, 056 Sanyo Scott Sears Sharp Shimom Signature Sony 007, 008, 018, 021, 026, 036, 037, 062 006, 021, 024, 025...
  • Page 62: Cable Box (Catv) Remote Control Codes

    Cable Box (CATV) Remote Control Codes Anvision Hamlin Hitachi Jerrold Macom Magnavox Panasonic 003, 022, 027, 037, 044 Philips Pioneer Regal Samsung PROSCAN/RCA Panasonic English - 62 Totevision Unitech 018, 025 Vector Research Victor Video Concepts 025, 037, 068 Videosonic...
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel

    Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel Before contacting Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer. No sound or picture...
  • Page 64 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Country Customer Care Centre AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 CHINA 800-810-5858, 010- 6475 1880 HONG KONG 2862 6001 INDIA 3030 8282, 1600 1100 11...

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