Samsung LCD TV Lt-P468w User Manual

							Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
If the TV seems to have a problem, first try finding the solution in this Troubleshooting List. If none of these
troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung Service Center or 1-800-SAMSUNG.
Installation & Connection
Problem
The TV does not turn on. 
TV reception is poor.
Possible SolutionReference
Check if the power cord is correctly connected.
Connect the antenna cable.
pages25~27
Menu & Remote Control
Problem
The Remote Control does
not work.
Cannot change the channel
with the remote control.
Cannot select a channel
from an external input
device.
Cannot select the menu.
Possible SolutionReference
• Press the [MODE] button to select the TV or an external device.
• Replace the batteries in the remote control.
• Install batteries ensuring that the  and  ends of the
batteries are inserted correctly.
• Check the angle and distance of the remote control to the TV.
Make sure there are no obstacles between the remote control and
the TV.
• Check that the correct function button has been pressed.
• Change the location of light sources or the direction of the TV to
avoid glare. 
• Press the [SOURCE] button to select .
• Change the channel with the Cable or Satellite receiver remote
control.
Press the [SOURCE] button and check if the input source is shaded
in gray. If this is the case, you cannot select a channel through that
input source. Check the connection of that source to the TV.
Check if [MENU] is shaded in gray. [MENU] cannot be selected if this
is the case.page 13
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Troubleshooting
Picture
Problem
No picture or sound. 
No picture or dark picture
Blue screen/ No picture
from the connected source.
Overlaping picture.
Black and white picture
Abnormal picture colors.
Abnormal lines on the
picture
Abnormal lines when
viewing a video or
recording a video.
Possible SolutionReference
•Check if the power cord is connected correctly. 
•Turn the power on.
•Select an input source channel appropriate for that particular source.
Adjust the .
•Check the connection between the TV and the input source.
•Select an input source channel appropriate for that particular source
•Reconnect the antenna cable.
•Adjust the location, direction and angle of the antenna.
•Adjust the .
•Reconnect the cable between the TV and the input source.
Adjust the .
Place the antenna cable away from other power cords or cables.
Place the VCR away from the TV.
page 28~35
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pages
28~35
page 25~27
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pages 25~27
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Sound
Problem
No sound
Sound too low
Noise
Language is not selected.
Possible SolutionReference
•Adjust the volume.
•Adjust the volume or press the [MUTE] button again to deselect
the mute function.
•Adjust the volume.
•Set the Auto Volume Adjustment to .
Place the antenna cable away from other power cords or cables.
Press the [MTS] button and select the language of your choice.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
PC
Problem
Cannot change the
resolution
Cannot see words properly
Possible SolutionReference
Update the graphic card driver on your PC to the latest version.
Lower the resolution. (1024x768 
➔ 640x480)page 99
Channels
Problem
Not all channels are
available.
Some channels do not show
up.
Possible SolutionReference
Reconnect the antenna cable.
•Adjust the location, direction or angle of the antenna.
•Activate the  function.
•Press the number buttons to select a particular channel, then
press the [ADD/DEL] button to store in the memory.pages 25~27
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pages 
44~45
The TFT LCD panel uses a panel consisting of sub pixels (2,073,600) which require sophisticated
technology to produce.
However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen.
These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.
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							Miscellaneous Information
Storage & Maintenance ....................................114
Accessories and Items Sold Separately................115
Glossary..........................................................116
Screen Menu Structure ......................................117
Specifications ...................................................123
Index ..............................................................124
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							Storage & Maintenance
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Miscellaneous Information
Storage & Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV.
Maintaining the Exterior of the TV and the Screen
Wipe with a dry soft cloth.• Do not use a wet cloth or any flammable substance such as benzene
or thinner. They can damage your TV.
• Do not touch the screen with fingernails or other sharp objects. 
This may scratch the surface of the screen.
Cleaning the Inside of the TV
Contact a Samsung retailer or service center for cleaning the
inside of the product.
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							Accessories and Items Sold Separately
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Miscellaneous Information
Accessories and Items Sold Separately
Accessories
0Remote Control, Power Cord, Owner’s Instructions, Batteries, Anynet Cable: Contact a Samsung Retail or Service Center.
Check the purchase information for parts and accessories.
Remote Control (BN59-00435B)
Batteries (1.5V, AAA type) 
(4301-000103) Power Cable 
(3903-000085)Anynet Cable
(BN39-00518A)Antenna Cable
(AA39-00039A)Owner’s Instructions/Anynet AV
Owner’s Instructions/ Safety
Guide Manual/ Warranty Card ;
2EA/Registration Card
Items Sold Separately
DVI-D/HDMI Cable: Purchase at an electronics supply shop or via the
Internet.
Wall Brackets: Contact a Samsung Retailer or Service Center.
Video Cable, Audio Cable, S-Video Cable, Component Cable, PC Video Cable, PC Audio Cable, Optical Digital Audio
Cable
: Purchase at an electronics supply shop or via the Internet, or contact a Samsung Retailer or Service Center.
DVI-D Cable
Video CableAudio CableS-Video CableComponent Cable
PC Video CablePC Audio CablePC Audio CableOptical Digital
HDMI CableWall Brackets
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							Glossary
Terms listed in alphabetical order.
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Glossary
Analog Broadcast Signals
Analog video/audio signals are non-digital signals sent by
broadcasting companies in the existing NTSC format. 
Antenna Input Jack
The jack to connect the TV antenna cable. Typically in the round
coaxial shape and used for watching Air channels.
Brightness Sensor
Brightness Sensor enables comfortable viewing without eye
strain by providing the optimal picture brightness through
automatic detection of the surrounding lighting conditions.
Color Weakness Mode
Viewers who have a color weakness can enjoy the same vivid
colors as people without color weakness.
Component Jacks (Green, Blue, Red)
By separating the three color-contrast signals the jack enables
video signals to be sent and received with the highest picture
quality.
Digital Broadcasting Signals
Video/Audio signals are digitized at a broadcasting company
which transmits the digitized signals according to the ATSC, the
American Ground Digital Broadcasting Standard.
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)
Using MPEG-2 video compression technology, a DVD stores
massive multimedia files such as videos, games, and audio
applications even though it is the same physical size as a CD.
DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Jack
The jack for sending digital signals. It uses the TMDS
transmission method. It reduces signal loss and enables clear
picture quality.
DVI-D Cable
One kind of DVI cable. It only sends digital signals.
DVI-I Cable
One kind of DVI cable. It sends both digital and analog signals.
Dynamic Contrast
Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the video signal and
adjusts to create optimum contrast.
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
An interface that enables one cable to provide high quality video
signals as well as digital audio signals without compression.
LNA
LNA (Low Noise Amplifier)
Technology used in satellites, LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) fortifies
weak signals for viewing in poor reception areas. 
My Color Control
My Color Control enables the adjustment of Blue, Green and Pink
tones to suit the users’ preferences without changing any other
colors.
Mono
Audio signals received through a single channel. No surround
sound effect. Playable with one speaker.
MTS
Two languages are provided for foreign movies, news or dramas.
One or both languages can be selected.
Picture-in-Picture (PIP)
This enables you to view two pictures simultaneously. For
instance, you can view a TV channel and a video.
S-Video Jack
Super-Video enables a max. 800 horizontal lines for sharper
images.
SRS TruSurround XT
With 2 speakers, you can enjoy simulated 5.1 channel sound
Effective in the STEREO Input.
Stereo
Audio signals sent through two channels.
Sub Woofer
Sub-woofers are specifically designed to produce deep, precise
bass at frequencies usually below 150Hz . There are Passive Sub
Woofers containing no amplification, and Active Sub Woofers
containing built-in amplification. This unit must be used with an
Active Sub.
Video/Audio Jack
The Video jack is yellow, and the Audio jacks are white (L) and
red(R).
Wide Picture 
Picture is in 16:9 format, wider than the ordinary TV picture in 4:3
format.
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							Screen Menu Structure
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Screen Menu Structure
The Screen Menu Structure is shown below.
Buttons used for the screen menu control
When selecting the input source (TV/Video/S-Video/Component/HDMI)
[MENU] buttonPress this button to open/exit the menu[…/†/œ/√], [ENTER] buttonPress this button to select/adjust the menu
item
Input
Source List : TV√
Edit Name√
Anynet√
Move Enter Return
Input
Source ListTV/AV1/AV2/S-Video1/S-Video2/Component1/Component2/HDMI/DVI/PC
Edit NameAV1/AV2/S-Video1/S-Video2/Component1/Component2/HDMI/DVI/PC
VCR/DVD/Cable STB/HD STB/Satellite STB/AV Receiver/ 
DVD Receiver/Game/Camcorder/DVD Combo/DHR/PC
Anynet Watch TV
Watch STB
Play DVD
Play VCR
SetupTV Sound/Typical Setup/Customized Setup/TV Menu
Picture
Mode : Dynamic√
Custom√
Color Tone : Warm1√
DNIe : DNIe On√
PIP√
My Color Control√
Dynamic Contrast: Off√
† More
Move Enter Return
Picture
ModeDynamic/Standard/Movie/Custom
Custom Contrast0~100
Brightness0~100
Sharpness0~100
Color0~100
TintG50~R50
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Screen Menu Structure
Picture
Mode : Dynamic√
Custom√
Color Tone : Warm1√
DNIe : DNIe On√
PIP√
My Color Control√
Dynamic Contrast: Off√
† More
Move Enter Return
Picture
Color ToneCool2/Cool1/Normal/Warm1/Warm2
DNIeDNIe On/DNIe Off/DNIe Demo
PIP PIPOn/Off
SourceTV/AV1/AV2/S-Video1/S-Video2/Component1 /Component2/HDMI/DVI
Swap/           /
Size/            /           /
Position   
Channel
My Color ControlEasy ControlBlue/Green/Pink/Standard/Custom
Detail ControlPink/Green/Blue/Reset
Dynamic ContrastOn/Off
Brightness SensorOn/Off
SizeWide/Panorama/Zoom1/Zoom2/4:3
Film ModeOn/Off
Digital NrOn/Off
Sound
Mode : Standard√
Equalizer√
MTS : Stereo√
Auto Volume : Off√
SRS TSXT : Off√
Sub Woofer√
Sound Select : Main√
Move Enter Return
Sound
ModeStandard/Music/Movie/Speech/Custom
Equalizer
MTSMono/Stereo/SAP
Auto VolumeOn/Off
SRS TSXTOff/3D Mono/Stereo
Sub Woofer ModeOn/Off
Volume0~100
Cut off Freq.50~200
Sound SelectMain/Sub
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