Samsung LN-S4096D, LN-S4696D, LN-S5296D TFT-LCD TELEVISION Owners Instructions

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After you have made this connection, set the A/B Switch to the “A” position for normal viewing. Set the A/B switch to the “B” position to view scrambled
channels. (When you set the A/B Switch to “B”, you will need to tune your TV to the cable box’s output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)
2.Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.
Splitter Incoming
cable
3.Connect an RF cable between an OUTPUT
terminal on the splitter and the IN terminal 
on the cable box.
Splitter
Cable Box Incoming
cable
4.Connect an RF cable between the 
ANT OUT terminal on the cable box and 
the B–IN terminal on the RF(A/B) Switch.
Splitter
Cable BoxRF (A/B)
Switch Incoming
cable
5.Connect another cable between the other
OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN 
terminal on the RF (A/B) Switch.
Splitter
Cable Box Incoming
cable
6.Connect the last RF cable between the 
OUT terminal on the RF (A/B) switch and 
the ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the rear 
of the TV.
Splitter
Cable Box Incoming
cable
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels
If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way
splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of RF cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)
1.Find and disconnect the cable that is 
connected to the ANT IN terminal on your 
cable box.
This terminal might be labeled “ANT IN”, 
“VHF IN” or simply, “IN”.
ANT IN
RF (A/B)
Switch
TV Rear
RF (A/B)
Switch
ANT 2 IN
(CABLE)
Connecting Cable TV
To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below.
Cable without a Cable Box
1.Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the back of the TV.Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels.
2.Connect the other end of this cable to the ANT 2 IN (CABLE)  terminal on the back of the TV. 
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels
1.Find the cable that is connected to the ANT OUT terminal on your cable box.
This terminal might be labeled “ANT OUT”, “VHF OUT” or simply, “OUT”.ANT OUT ANT IN
ANT 2 IN
(CABLE)
ANT 2 IN
(CABLE)
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Connecting a VCR
These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions 
on pages 8-9). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. 
1.Unplug the cable or 
antenna from the back 
of the TV.
2.Connect the cable or 
antenna to the ANT IN 
terminal on the back 
of the VCR.
3.Connect an RF Cable
between the ANT OUT
terminal on the VCR and 
the ANT 1 IN (AIR) or 
ANT 2 IN (CABLE) 
terminal on the TV.
4.Connect a Video Cable
between the VIDEO OUT
jack on the VCR and the 
AV IN 1 (or AV IN 2) 
[VIDEO] jack on the TV.
5.Connect Audio Cables
between the AUDIO OUT
jacks on the VCR and 
the AV IN 1 (or AV IN 2) 
[R-AUDIO-L] jacks 
on the TV.
If you have a “mono” 
(non-stereo) VCR, use a 
Y-connector (not supplied) 
to hook up to the right 
and left audio input jacks 
of the TV. If your VCR 
is stereo, you must 
connect two cables.
ANT 2 IN
(CABLE)
Follow the instructions in “Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape” to view your VCR tape.
Each VCR has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
VCR Rear PanelTV Rear Panel
RF Cable (Not supplied) Video Cable (Not supplied) Audio Cable (Not supplied)
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ANT 1 IN
(AIR)
Connecting an S-VHS VCR
Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. 
(This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.)
1.To begin, follow steps 1–3
in the  previous section to
connect the antenna or
cable to your VCR and 
your TV.
2.Connect an S-Video Cable
between the S-VIDEO OUT
jack on the VCR and the
AV IN1 [S-VIDEO] jack on
the TV.
3.Connect Audio Cables
between the AUDIO OUT
jacks on the  VCR and the
AV IN1 [R-AUDIO-L] jacks
on the TV.
An S-Video cable is usually included with an S-VHS VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store.)
Each S-VHS VCR has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting an S-VHS VCR, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
VCR Rear PanelTV Rear Panel
RF Cable (Not supplied) S-Video Cable (Not supplied) Audio Cable (Not supplied)
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Connecting a Camcorder
The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV.
They allow you to view the camcorder tapes without using a VCR.
1.Connect a Video Cable
between the AV IN 2 
[VIDEO] jack on the TV 
and the VIDEO OUT jack 
on the camcorder.
CamcorderTV Side Panel2.Connect Audio Cables
between the AV IN 2
[R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the
TV and the AUDIO OUT
jacks on the camcorder.
Audio Cable (Not supplied)Video Cable (Not supplied)
Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV.
1.Connect a Component 
Cable between the 
COMPONENT IN 1 or 2 
[Y, P
B, PR] jacks on the TV
and the COMPONENT OUT
[Y, P
B, PR] jacks on the 
DVD player.
2.Connect Audio Cables
between the COMPONENT
IN 1 or 2 [R-AUDIO-L] jacks 
on the TV and the AUDIO 
OUT jacks on the DVD 
player.
DVD Player/Set-Top BoxTV Rear Panel
Component Cable (Not supplied)Audio Cable (Not supplied)
Component video separates the video into Y (Luminance (brightness)), Pb (Blue) and Pr (Red) 
for enhanced video quality.   
Be sure to match the component video and audio connections. 
For example, if connecting the video cable to COMPONENT IN 1, connect the audio cable to 
COMPONENT IN 1 also.
Each DVD player/STB has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a DVD player/STB, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
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2
1
2
Each Camcorder has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a Camcorder, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
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Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via DVI
This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on the external device.
1.Connect a DVI to HDMI
Cable or DVI-HDMI Adapter
between the HDMI/DVI IN 1
or HDMI/DVI IN 2 connector
on the TV and the DVI OUT
connector on the 
DVD player/Set-Top Box.
2.Connect Audio Cables
between the DVI IN 
[R-AUDIO-L] jack on the 
TV and the AUDIO OUT
jacks on the DVD player/
Set-Top Box.
DVD Player/Set-Top Box
TV Rear Panel
Audio Cable (Not supplied)
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Each DVD player/STB has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a DVD player/STB, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
DVI to HDMI Cable (Not supplied)1
Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via HDMI
This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on the external device.
1.Connect an HDMI Cable
between the HDMI/DVI IN 1  
or HDMI/DVI IN 2 connector 
on the TV and the HDMI OUT
connector on the 
DVD player/Set-Top Box.DVD Player/Set-Top Box
TV Rear Panel
HDMI Cable (Not supplied)
What is HDMI?  
• HDMI, or high-definition multimedia interface, is a next-generation interface that enables the 
transmission of digital audio and video signals using a single cable without compression.
• “Multimedia interface” is a more accurate name for it especially because it allows multiple channels 
of digital audio (5.1 channels). The difference between HDMI and DVI is that the HDMI device is 
smaller in size, has the HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) coding feature installed, 
and supports  multi-channel digital audio.
Each DVD player/STB has a different back panel configuration.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
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Connecting a Digital Audio System
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Digital Audio System to your TV.
1.Connect an Optical Cable
between the “DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)”
jacks on the TV and the
Digital Audio Input jacks on
the Digital Audio System.
When a Digital Audio 
System is connected to the 
“DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL)” terminal: 
Decrease the gain (volume) 
of the TV, and adjust the 
volume level with the 
system’s volume control.Digital Audio System
TV Rear Panel
Optical Cable (Not supplied)
5.1CH audio is possible when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1CH. 
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
Connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater
1.Connect Audio Cables
between the AV OUT
[R-AUDIO-L] on the TV 
and AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]
on the Amplifier/DVD Home
Theater.
When an audio amplifier is 
connected to the “AV OUT
[R-AUDIO-L]” terminals: 
Decrease the gain (volume) 
of the TV, and adjust the 
volume level with the 
Amplifier’s volume control.Amplifier/DVD Home TheaterTV Rear Panel
Audio Cable (Not supplied)
Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
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Connecting a PC
1.Connect a D-Sub Cable
between PC IN [PC] 
connector on the TV and
the PC output connector 
on your computer. 
2.Connect a PC Audio Cable
between PC IN [AUDIO]
jack on the TV and the
Audio Out jack of the sound
card on your computer.
PCTV Rear Panel
D-Sub Cable (Not supplied)PC Audio Cable (Not supplied)
Each PC has a different back panel configuration.The HDMI/DVI jacks do not support PC connection.We recommend the use of cables with a Ferrite Core.
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Internal Mute Off
Internal Mute On
Video No SignalRFSpeaker Output
Mute
Mute
Internal Speakers
AV, S-Video
Speaker Output
Mute
Mute
Component, PC, HDMI
Speaker Output
Mute
Mute
RF
Sound Output
Sound Output
Mute
AV, S-Video
Sound Output
Sound Output
Mute
Component, PC, HDMI
Sound Output
Sound Output
Mute
When “Internal mute” is set to “On”, Sound menus except “Multi-Track Options” cannot be adjusted.
See selecting the Internal Mute on page 58.
Audio Out (Optical, L/R Out)
Connecting CableCARD
You must obtain a CableCARD from a local cable service provider.
1.Insert the CableCARD into  the “CableCARD” slot and
the message “CableCARDTMInserted” is displayed on
the screen. If the channel information does not 
already exist, the message “Updating Channel List”
is displayed during channel information configuration. 
2.When channel information configuration is finished,
the message “Updating is Completed” is displayed. 
It indicates that the channel list is now updated.
TV Rear Panel
Please insert the 
card as shown.
Incoming Cable 
or Antenna
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Turning the TV On and Off
Press the POWERbutton on the remote control.
You can also use the  button on the front of the panel.
Plug & Play Feature
When the TV is initially powered on, two basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently:
1
Press the POWERbutton on the remote control.
The message “Shop Mode, Menu language, Channels
and Time will be set.” is displayed. 
Press the 
ENTERbutton, then “Select the Home Mode
when installing this TV at home” menu is automatically
displayed.
3
Press the  or  button to select language, then
the 
ENTERbutton. 
“Select the antennas to memorize” menu is 
automatically displayed.
4
Press the  or  button to memorize the channels of
the  selected connection.
Press the 
ENTERbutton to select “Start”.
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Press the  or  buttons to select “Shop” or “Home”,
then the 
ENTERbutton. 
Then “Select the language of the OSD” the menu is 
automatically displayed.
Operation
If the antenna is connected to ANT 1(AIR), select “Air” and if it is 
connected to ANT 2 (CABLE), select “Cable”.
If both ANT 1 (AIR) and ANT 2 (CABLE) are connected, select “Air + Cable”.
In Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among STD, 
HRC, and IRC by pressing the  or  button, then press the 
ENTERbutton.
Contact your local cable company to identify the type of cable system 
that exists in your particular area.
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We recommend setting the TV to Home mode for the best picture in your 
home environment.
Shop mode is only intended for use in retail environments.
If the unit is accidentally set to Shop Mode, press and hold the 
MENUbutton on the side panel of the TV for five seconds to return to Dynamic 
(Home) mode.
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Press the ENTERbutton. 
Press the  or  buttons to select “Auto” or “Manual”,
then the 
ENTERbutton. 
Switches the Daylight Saving Time function on or off.
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Press the ENTERbutton. 
Press the  or  buttons to select “On” or “Off”, then the
ENTERbutton. “Select the time zone where you are
locaed.” menu is automatically displayed.
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Press the  or  buttons to highlight the time zone for your
local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time
zone on the map of the United States). Press the 
ENTER
button. If you have received a digital signal, the time will be 
set automatically. If not, see page 28 to set the clock.
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The message “Enjoy your watching.” is displayed. 
When you have finished, press the 
ENTERbutton.
The basic Plug & Play setting is available only once when the TV is initially 
powered on.
If the Plug and Play is stopped while it is in progress, you must set the 
functions manually by using the OSD menu.
For the Language setting, see page 19.
For the Time setting, see page 28.
For the Auto Program setting, see page 20.
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The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. 
After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program 
menu reappears. Press the 
ENTERbutton when channel 
memorization is completed.  
To stop the search before  it has finished, press theENTERbutton with stop selected.
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Dynamic Menus and On-Screen Displays
The on-screen menu system allows you to control the settings of your TV. Access the on-screen menu system by pressing the 
MENU button on the remote control. Once the on-screen menu appears, use the / / / /ENTER buttons on your remote 
control to select menu items and make adjustments. You can also view the on-screen menu system and make some adjustments 
using the TV’s front (or side) panel buttons.
Viewing the Menus
Viewing the Display
1
Press the MENUbutton. 
The main menu will appear at the bottom of the screen. 
There are Eight menu groups: “Input”, “Picture”, “Sound”, “Channel”,
“Setup”, “PIP”, “Application” and “Menu Map”.
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Press the  or  button, then press the ENTERbutton to select an
item you want in the menu. 
Press the 
////ENTERbuttons to display, change, or use the
selected items. Select “Return” by pressing the 
or button, then
press the 
ENTERbutton to return to the previous menu. 
Press the 
EXITbutton to exit. 
Press the INFObutton on the remote control.  ````````
The TV displays the current channel, the status of 
certain picture, sound settings and the current time.
The information displayed varies according to 
the selected source.
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Navigating Menus by Using the Menu Map
Using the Menu Map of the main menu enables you to select a function quickly. 
1
Press the MENUbutton. The main menu will appear at the bottom of the screen.
2
Press the  or  button to select “Menu Map”, then press the ENTERbutton. 
The menu map will appear.
3
Press the  / / / buttons to select a menu, then press the ENTERbutton. 
The selected menu will appear.
4
Press the ////ENTERbuttons to display, change, or use the selected items.
Red button: Displays menus in alphabetical order. 
Yellow button: Moves to the next page.
Green button: Moves to the previous page.
ENTER button: Moves to the selected menu.
Press the EXITbutton to exit.
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