Samsung BN68 Series Smart LCD TV User Manual

Samsung BN68 Series Smart LCD TV

List of Parts

Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer:

Installing the Wall Mount Kit

Wall mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount the TV on the wall. For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the Wall Mount items. Contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mounted bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the TV on your own. Do not install your Wall Mount Kit while your TV is 1 turned on. It may result in personal injury due to electric shock.

• Remove the stand and cover the bottom hole with a cap and fasten it with two screws.

Viewing the Control Panel

1. SOURCE: Toggles between all the available input sources (TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component1, Component2, PC, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTERbutton on the remote control.
2. MENU: Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features.
3. – VOL+: Press to decrease or increase the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the – VOL + buttons as you use thebuttons on the remote control.
4. ∨ CH ∧: Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the v CH ^ buttons as you use the and A buttons on the remote control. (Without the remote control, you can turn on the TV using the channel buttons.)
5. POWER: Press to turn the TV on and off.
6. Power Indicator: Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in stand-by mode.
7. Remote Control Sensor Aim: the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
8. Speakers

Viewing the Connection Panel

• Whenever you connect an external device to your TV, make sure that power on the unit is turned off.
• When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable.

1. PC IN [PC] / [AUDIO]
   • Connect to the video and audio output jack on your PC.
2. Connecting External A/V Devices (AV IN 1)
   • Connect RCA cable to an appropriate external AV device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder.
   • Connect RCA audio cables to [R – AUDIO – L] on the rear of your set and the other ends to
     corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.
3. HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, HDMI IN 3, HDMI IN 4
   • Supports connections between HDMI-connection-enabled AV devices (Set-Top Boxes, DVD players)
   • No additional Audio connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection.
   • When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 jack.
   • What is HDMI?
     • “High Definition Multimedia interface” allows the transmission of high definition digital video data and multiple channels of digital audio.
     • The HDMI/DVI terminal supports DVI connection to an extended device with the appropriate cable (not supplied). 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.
     • The TV may not output sound and pictures may be displayed with abnormal colour when DVD players/Cable Boxes/Satellite receivers supporting HDMI versions older than 1.3 are connected. When connecting an older HDMI cable and there is no sound, connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN 2 jack and the audio cables to the DVI IN (HDMI2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the back of the TV. If this happens, contact the company that provided the DVD player/Cable Box/Satellite receiver to confirm the HDMI version, then request a firmware update. HDMI cables that are not 1.3 may cause annoying flicker or no screen display.
     • DVI IN(HDMI2) [R-AUDIO-L]
       • DVI audio outputs for external devices.
       • Supported modes for HDMI/DVI and Component
4. AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L]
   • Connect RCA audio cables to AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L] on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio in connectors on the Amplifier or DVD Home Theatre.
5. ANT IN
   To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the set from one of the following
   sources:
   • An outdoor aerial / A cable television network / A satellite network
6. WISELINK
   • Connect a USB mass storage device to view movies and photos and listen to music files.
7. AV IN 2
   • Connect RCA audio cables to [R-AUDIO-L] on your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.
8. HEADPHONES JACK
   • Headphones may be connected to the headphone output on your set. While the head phone is
     connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.
9. S-VIDEO
   • Connect the S-VIDEO cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder.
   • Connect the audio cables to AV IN 2 [R-AUDIO-L].
10. COMPONENT IN 1,2
    • Connect component video cables (optional) to the component connector (*Pr”, “Pe”, “Y”) on the rear of your set and the other ends to the corresponding component video out connectors on the DVD.
    • If you wish to connect both the Set-Top Box and DVD, you should connect the Set-Top Box to the DVD and connect the DVD to the component connector (“PR”, “Pa”, “Y”) on your set.
    • The Pr, Pe, and Y connectors on your component devices (DVD) are sometimes labeled Y, B-, Y, and R-Y or Y, Cb, and Cr.
    • Connect RCA audio cables (optional) to [R – AUDIO – L] on the rear of your set and the other ends to the corresponding audio-out connectors on the DVD.
11. LAN
    • Connect a LAN cable to this port to connect to the Network.
12. SERVICE
    Connect this to the jack on the optional wall mount bracket. This will allow you to adjust the TV viewing angle using your remote control.
13. Kensington Lock (depending on the model)
    • The Kensington Lock (optional) is a device used to physically fix the system when used in a public place.
    • If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV.
    • The location of the Kensington lock may be different depending on its model.

Storing Channels Automatically

You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability depends on your area). Automatically allocated program numbers may not correspond to the actual or desired program number

1. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or V button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTERbutton.
2. Press the ENTER‘ button to select “Area”.
3. Select the appropriate area by pressing thebutton. Press the ENTERbutton to confirm your choice.
4. Press thebutton to select “Auto Store”, then press the ENTERbutton.
5. Press the ENTERbutton.
   • The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.
   • Press the ENTERbutton at any time to interrupt the memorization process and return to the “Channel” menu.
6. After all the available channels are stored, the “Sort” menu appears. (refer to page 14)

Storing Channels Manually

You can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose:

• Whether or not to store each of the channels found.
• The program number of each stored channel that you wish to identify.

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Manual Store”, then press the ENTER button.
3. Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button.
4. When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER button.
5. Press the EXIT button to exit.
   • Programme (Programme number to be assigned to a channel)
     • Press the ▲ or ▼ button until you find the correct number.
     • You can also select the channel number directly by pressing the numeric buttons (0~9).

• Colour System: Auto/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/NTSC3.58
  • Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the required colour standard.
• Sound System: BG/DK/I/M
  • Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the required sound standard.
• Channel (When you know the number of the channel to be stored)
  • Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel).
  • Press the ► button, then press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the required number.
  • You can also select the channel number directly by pressing the numeric buttons (0~9).
  • If there is abnormal sound or no sound, re-select the sound standard required.
• Search (When you do not know the channel numbers)
  • Press the ▲ or ▼ button to start the search.
  • The tuner scans the frequency range until the first channel or the channel that you selected is
    received on the screen.
• Store (When you store the channel and associated programme number)
  • Set to “OK” by pressing the ENTER button.
• Channel mode
  • P (Programme mode): When completing tuning, the broadcasting stations in your area have been assigned to position numbers from P00 to P99. You can select a channel by entering the position number in this mode.
  • C (Air channel mode): You can select a channel by entering the assigned number to each air
    broadcasting station in this mode.
  • S (Cable channel mode): You can select a channel by entering the assigned number for each cable channel in this mode.

Adding / Locking Channels

Using the Channel Manager, you can conveniently lock or add channels.

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel Manager”, then press the ENTER button.
   • Adding channels
     Using the Channel List, you can add channels.
3. Select Channel List by pressing the ENTER button.
4. Move to the (+) field by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button, select a channel to be added, and press the ENTER button to add the channel.
   • If you press the ENTER button again, the symbol next to the channel disappears and the channel is not added.
   • “” is active when “Child Lock” is selected to “On”.
   • Locking channels
     This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programs by muting out video and audio.
5. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Child Lock”, then press the ENTER button.
6. Select “On” by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button.
7. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel List”, then press the ENTER button.
8. Move to the ( ) field by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button, select a channel to be locked, and press the ENTER button.
   • If you press the ENTER button again, the ( ) symbol next to the channel disappears and the channel lock is cancelled.
   • A blue screen is displayed when “Child Lock” is activated.
9. Press the EXIT button to exit.
   • Select “On” or “Off” in “Child Lock” to easily turn the channels which selected on ” ” to be active or inactive.
   • You can select these options by simply pressing the CH LIST button on the remote control.

Changing the Picture Standard

You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements.

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select “Picture”.
2. Press the ENTER button again, to select “Mode”.
3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired picture effect. Press the ENTER button.
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.

• Dynamic: Select the picture for high-definition in a bright room.
• Standard: Select the picture for optimum display in a normal environment.
• Movie: Select the picture for comfortable display in a dark room.

The Picture mode must be adjusted separately for each input source. You can also press the P.MODE button on the remote control to select one of the picture settings.

Easy Setting

1. Press the TOOLS button on the remote control.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture Mode”.
3. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the desired picture mode.
4. Press the EXIT or TOOLS button to exit.

Adjusting the Custom Picture

Your set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality.

1. To select the desired picture effect, follow the “Changing the Picture Standard” instructions number 1 to 3.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a particular item. Press the ENTER button.
3. Press the ◄ or ► button to decrease or increase the value of a particular item. Press theENTER button.
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.

• • Backlight: Adjusts the screen brightness by adjusting the LCD backlight brightness. (0~10)
  • Contrast: Adjusts the lightness and darkness between objects and the background.
  • Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the whole screen.
  • Sharpness: Adjusts the outline of objects to either sharpen them or make them more dull.
  • Color: Adjusts the colours, making them lighter or darker.
  • Tint: Adjusts the colour of objects, making them more red or green for a more natural look.
• The adjusted values are stored according to the selected Picture mode.
• In PC mode, you can only make changes to “Backlight”, “Contrast” and “Brightness”.
• TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video modes of the PAL system, you cannot use the “Tint” Function.
• You can return to the factory defaults picture settings by selecting the “Reset”. (Refer to “Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults” on page 20)
• The energy consumed during use can be significantly reduced if the level of brightness of the picture is reduced, and then this will reduce the overall running cost.

Configuring Detailed Settings on the Picture

You can set detailed picture settings.

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select “Picture”.
2. Press the ENTER button to select “Mode”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Standard” or “Movie”, then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Detailed Settings”, then press the ENTER button.
4. Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button.
5. When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER button.
6. Press the EXIT button to exit.
   • “Detailed Settings” is available in “Standard” or “Movie” mode.
   • In PC mode, you can only make changes to “Dynamic Contrast”,“Gamma” and “White Balance” from among the “Detailed Settings” items.

• Black Adjust: Off/Low/Medium/High
  You can directly select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.
• Dynamic Contrast: Off/Low/Medium/High
  You can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided.
• Gamma: -3 ~ +3
  You can adjust the Primary Colour (Red, Green, Blue) Intensity.
  Press the ◄ or ► button until you reach the optimal setting.
• Colour Space: Auto/Native/Custom
  Colour space is a Colour matrix composed of “Red”, “Green” and “Blue” Colours. Select your favourite Colour space to experience the most natural Colour.
• Auto: Auto Colour Space automatically adjusts to the most natural colour tone based on programme sources.
• Native: Native Colour Space offers deep and rich colour tone.
• Custom: Adjusts the colour range to suit your preference.
  Customizing the Colour Space
  Colour: Red/Green/Blue/Yellow/Cyan/Magenta
  Adjusts the Colour range to suit your preference.
  “Colour” is available when “Colour Space” is set to “Custom”.
  Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Red”, “Green”, “Blue”, “Yellow”, “Cyan” or “Magenta”.
  Press the ENTER button.
  Red/Green/Blue: In “Colour”, you can adjust the RGB values for the selected colour.
  Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Red”, “Green” or “Blue” to change it.
  Press the ENTER button.
  Press the ◄ or ► button to decrease or increase the value of a particular item. Press the
  ENTER button.
  Reset: Resets the colour space to the default values.
• White Balance: R-Offset/G-Offset/B-Offset/R-Gain/G-Gain/B-Gain/Reset
  You can adjust the colour temperature for more natural picture colours.
  R-Offset/G-Offset/B-Offset/R-Gain/G-Gain/B-Gain: Changing the adjustment value will refresh the adjusted screen.
  Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button.
  Press the ◄ or ► button until you reach the optimal setting.
  Reset: The previously adjusted white balance will be reset to the factory defaults.
• Flesh Tone: -15 ~ +15
  You can emphasize the pink ‘flesh tone’ in the picture.
  Press the ◄ or ► button until you reach the optimal setting.
  Changing the adjustment value will refresh the adjusted screen.
• Edge Enhancement: Off/On
  You can emphasize object boundaries in the picture.
• xvYCC: Off/On
  Setting the xvYCC mode to On increases detail and colour space when watching movies from an
  external device (ie. DVD player) connected to the HDMI or Component IN jacks. You must set the
  Picture Mode to Movie to enjoy this feature.
  • Only available in “HDMI” and “Component” on “Movie” mode.
  • If xvYCC function is active, PIP cannot be selected.

Sound Features

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
2. Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button.
3. When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER button.
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.

• Mode: Standard/Music/Movie/Speech/Custom
  You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. Easy Setting

1. Press the TOOLS button on the remote control.
2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound Mode”.
3. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the desired sound mode.
4. Press the EXIT or TOOLS button to exit.

• Equalizer: Balance/100Hz/300Hz/1kHz/3kHz/10kHz The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences.
  • If you make any changes to these settings, the sound mode is automatically switched to “Custom”.
• SRS TS XT: Off/On
  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.
  Easy Setting
  1. Press the TOOLS button on the remote control.
  2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “SRS TS XT”.
  3. Press the ◄ or ► button to select the “Off” or “On”.

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