Samsung LE26A457 User Manual

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Samsung LE26A457 Specifications

General

Screen Size	26 inches
Resolution	1366 x 768 pixels
Display Type	LCD
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	15000:1
Brightness	500 cd/m²
Response Time	8 ms
HDMI Ports	2
Component Video Input	1
Composite Video Input	1
HD Format	720p
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Viewing Angle	178°
Audio Output	10 W
Speakers	2
Input Ports	HDMI, Component, Composite

Summary

Precautions for Still Image Display

Contact Samsung Customer Support

Information for contacting Samsung customer support for questions or comments.

Installing TV Stand and Wall Mount

Understanding the TV Control Panel

Connection Panel Overview

External Device Connectivity Ports

Common Interface and Other Connections

Remote Control Functions

Teletext Control Buttons

Specific buttons on the remote control used for navigating and using the Teletext service.

Remote Control Battery Installation and Basic TV Operation

Navigating TV Menus and Using the TOOLS Button

Initial TV Setup: Plug & Play Process

Automatic Channel Scanning and Storage

Manual Channel Tuning and Naming

Channel Management: Adding and Locking Channels

Channel List Organization and Custom Naming

Fine-Tuning Reception and LNA Settings

Picture Mode Selection and Easy Adjustment

Easy Picture Mode Adjustment

Quick method to change Picture Mode using the TOOLS button.

Customizing and Configuring Detailed Picture Settings

Advanced Picture Adjustment Parameters

In-depth explanation of Black Adjust, Gamma, Colour Space, and other advanced picture settings.

Resetting Picture Settings to Factory Defaults

Adjusting Picture Options: Colour Tone and Size

Screen Modes and Image Enhancements

Explains Screen Mode, Digital NR, DNIe, HDMI Black Level, and Blue Only Mode settings.

Sound Features Overview

Sound Mode Selection and Equalizer Adjustment

How to select sound modes and adjust equalizer settings for personalized audio.

Selecting Sound Modes and Connecting Headphones

Audio Volume and Speaker Control

Settings for Auto Volume and controlling the TV's internal speakers.

Time Settings: Clock and Sleep Timer

Automatic TV On/Off Timers and Language Setup

Melody, Entertainment, and Energy Saving Modes

Selecting External Input Sources

Customizing Input Source Names

Overview of the Digital TV (DTV) Menu System

Updating TV Channel Lists: Automatic and Manual

Managing Favourite Channels

Favourite Channel Operations: Renumber, Preview, Delete

Detailed steps for renumbering, previewing, and deleting favourite channels.

Selecting Channels and Displaying Programme Information

Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) and Menu Transparency

Scheduling Programs and Setting Default EPG Guide

Viewing All Channels and Favourite Channels

Parental Lock Setup and PIN Management

Changing the Parental Control PIN

How to change the existing parental control PIN code.

Subtitle and Audio Format Settings

Setting the Subtitle Mode

How to select subtitle modes, including for the hard of hearing.

Selecting the Audio Format

How to choose audio output formats like PCM or Dolby Digital.

Audio Description and Digital Text Features

Selecting the Digital Text Feature

How to enable or disable digital text services.

Time Zone Selection and Product Information

Signal Information and Software Upgrades

Common Interface (CI) Module Information

Selecting the CI (Common Interface) Menu

How to access and navigate the Common Interface menu.

Resetting TV Settings and Preferred Languages

Language Preference Settings

PC Setup and Recommended Display Modes

TV Connection and PC Image Adjustment

PC Image Adjustment: Auto, Screen, Position, and Reset

Guide to auto-adjusting, screen settings, position, and resetting PC image on the TV.

Understanding and Connecting Anynet+ Devices

Setting Up and Managing Anynet+ Functions

Configuring Automatic Anynet+ Device Turn-Off

How to set Anynet+ devices to turn off automatically with the TV.

Scanning and Switching Anynet+ Devices

Anynet+ Menu Options and Remote Control Usage

TV Remote Control Buttons in Anynet+ Mode

How to use the TV remote control with Anynet+ devices.

Recording TV Programs and Receiver Audio Output

Troubleshooting Anynet+ and Recording Issues

Using the Teletext Service

Teletext Page Navigation and Access Methods

Explains Teletext page categories, organization, and methods for accessing specific pages.

Wall-Mount Adjustment: Menu Access and Position Saving

Remembering and Moving to Wall-Mount Positions

How to save and recall specific wall-mount positions, and use the anti-theft lock.

General Troubleshooting Guide for TV Issues

Technical and Environmental Specifications

Model-Specific Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for various model numbers (LE26A457, etc.).

Critical Safety Instructions and Warnings

UK Mains Power Plug Wiring and Warranty Information

Correct Product Disposal and Recycling Guidelines