Samsung LED TV F8000 User Manual

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Video Device Connections
This TV has a wide range of connectors for video input from video devices such as Blu-ray players, 
DVD players, camcorders and gaming consoles. Below is a list of featured connectors shown in 
descending order of picture quality.
 
●HDMI
 
●Component
 
●AV
Connect the video device to the TV via an HDMI connector for the best picture quality. If the device 
does not have an HDMI connector, try a component connector to get the next best possible picture 
quality.
The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.
When connecting an external device, refer to the device's operating manual. The number of external 
device connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the manufacturer. 
						

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HDMI Connection
For the LED 7450/7500, 8000 and PDP 8000 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the video device's HDMI output connector and the 
TV's HDMI input connector. One of the following HDMI cable types is recommended:
 
●High-Speed HDMI Cable
 
●High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
Use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 14 mm or less. Using a non-certified HDMI cable may result in 
a blank screen or a connection error.  

Some HDMI cables and devices may not be compatible with the TV due to different HDMI specifications.
 
This TV does not support the HDMI Ethernet Channel.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model. 
						

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For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the HDMI cable to the video device's HDMI output connector and the 
One Connect HDMI input connector. One of the following HDMI cable types is recommended:
 
●High-Speed HDMI Cable
 
●High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet
Use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 14 mm or less. Using a non-certified HDMI cable may result in 
a blank screen or a connection error.  

Some HDMI cables and devices may not be compatible with the TV due to different HDMI specifications.
 
This TV does not support the HDMI Ethernet Channel.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model. 
						

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Component Connection
For the LED 7450/7500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the TV’s component video and audio input connectors to the 
external device’s component video and audio output connectors using a component cable, so that the 
connectors of the same color connect to each other, as shown in the figure.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model. 
						

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For the LED 8000 and PDP 8500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the connect a component cable to the provided two jack to-RCA 
extension cables, so that the connectors of the same color connect to each other. Plug the two jacks 
into the TV’s component video and audio input connectors, and plug the five connectors on the other 
end into the external device’s component video and audio output connectors, as shown in the figure.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model. 
						

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For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the component video and audio cables to the component adapter 
(accessory) and to the One Connect component input connectors. Make sure the cable colors match 
the connector colors.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model. 
						

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AV Connection
For the LED 7450/7500 series models
Refer to the diagram and connect the AV cable to the TV's external input connectors and the device's 
AV output connectors.
If you are using the TV's external input 1 connectors, connect the video cable to the Y connector.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
If the TV's external input 2 connectors are being used, use the enclosed AV connection adapter.
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For the LED 8000 and PDP 8500 series models
Connect a composite cable to the provided jack-to-RCA extension cable, so that the connectors of 
the same color connect to each other. Plug the jack into the TV’s composite video and audio input 
connector, and plug the three connectors on the other end into the external device’s composite video 
and audio output connectors, as shown in the figure.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
AV IN 2 is supported in LED 8000 Series only.
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For the S9 models
Refer to the diagram and connect the video and audio cables to the A/V adapter (included) and the 
adapter to One Connect's external input 1 or 2 connector.
The displayed image may differ depending on the model. 
						

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Audio Device Connections
This TV has a wide range of connectors for audio input from devices such as amplifiers, Blu-ray 
players and DVD players. For better audio quality, it is a good idea to use an AV receiver.
 
●Digital Audio (Optical)
 
●Audio
 
●ARC (Audio Return Channel)
The number of connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the model.
When connecting an external device, refer to the device's operating manual. The number of external 
device connectors and their names and locations may vary depending on the manufacturer.
Digital Audio (Optical) Connection
Connecting the device using an optical cable does not automatically turn off the TV speakers. To turn 
off the TV speakers, open the Speaker Select (Sound >  Speaker Settings > Speaker Select) menu, 
then set External Speaker .
Adjust the audio device's volume using its remote panel.
An unusual noise coming from the audio device while it is being used may indicate a problem with the 
audio device itself. If this is the case, ask for assistance from the audio device manufacturer.
5.1-channel audio for digital channels is only available with broadcasts that support 5.1-channel audio.