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Samsung LN40A500T1F User Manual

Samsung LN40A500T1F
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Table of Contents

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Samsung LN40A500T1F Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size40 inches
Resolution1920 x 1080
Display TypeLCD
Aspect Ratio16:9
Brightness500 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio3000:1
Response Time8 ms
HDMI Ports2
Component Video Inputs1
Composite Video Inputs1
Weight35.5 lbs
PC Input (D-Sub)Yes
USBNo
Sound Output10W x 2
Viewing Angle178° (H) / 178° (V)

Summary

SAMSUNG North American Warranty

Still Image Display Precautions

Preventing Screen Burn-in

Details precautions to prevent screen burn and image retention.

Function Descriptions

Closed Captioning

How to display on-screen text messages.

Energy Saving Feature

How to reduce power consumption.

Software Upgrade Procedure

How to update the TV's firmware.

Self Diagnosis Tests

How to run TV diagnostic tests.

Appendix

Stand Installation/Removal

Instructions for stand installation and removal.

Security and Safety Mounts

How to use security lock and wall-mount safety.

Control Panel Overview

Control Panel Buttons

Details the buttons on the lower-right panel of the TV.

Connection Panel Details

TV Rear Panel Connections

Explains the various input and output connection ports on the TV.

Remote Control Guide

Remote Control Buttons

Explains the functions of each button on the remote control.

Cable TV Connections

Cable TV without a Box

How to connect cable TV without a box.

Cable TV with Descrambler Box

Connecting via a cable box that descrambles channels.

HDMI Connection for External Devices

DVI Connection for External Devices

Connecting via DVI-HDMI

How to connect using a DVI to HDMI cable or adapter.

Component Connection for External Devices

Connecting via Component Cables

How to connect using component video/audio cables.

PC Connection Methods

Using D-Sub Cable for PC

How to connect a PC using a D-Sub cable.

Using HDMI/DVI Cable for PC

How to connect a PC using HDMI/DVI cable.

Volume Adjustment

Using Volume Buttons

How to adjust volume up/down.

Automatic Channel Storage

Selecting Input Sources

Picture Control Settings

Changing Picture Standard

How to select picture modes (Dynamic, Standard, Movie).

Customizing Picture Settings

How to adjust picture parameters like brightness.

Detailed Picture Adjustments

Accessing Detailed Settings

How to access detailed picture settings.

Black Level Adjustment

How to adjust black level for screen depth.

Dynamic Contrast Adjustment

How to adjust screen contrast for optimal viewing.

Gamma and Color Settings

Advanced Picture Adjustments

Picture Settings: xvYCC and Reset

Configuring Picture Options

Digital Noise Reduction

DNle Engine

HDMI Black Level

Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Viewing

Activating PIP Feature

How to turn on the PIP feature.

PIP Configuration Options

Configuration options for PIP.

Adjusting PIP Window Size

How to adjust PIP window size.

Adjusting PIP Window Position

How to adjust PIP window position.

Sound Control Settings

Changing Sound Standard

How to select sound modes (Standard, Music, etc.).

Customizing Sound Settings

How to adjust sound settings like equalizer.

TruSurround XT Sound

Automatic Volume Control

TV Speaker Control

Resetting Sound Settings

Channel Management

Managing Channels Overview

How to add/delete/favorite channels and use program guide.

Viewing All Available Channels

How to view all currently available channels.

Erasing and Adding Channels

Favorite Channel Setup

Program Reservation (Timer Viewing)

Reserving Programs

How to reserve programs for later viewing.

Viewing and Managing Reservations

Confirming Viewing Reservations

How to view existing program reservations.

Modifying Reservations

How to change a program reservation.

Canceling Reservations

How to remove a program reservation.

Digital Channel Management

Analog Channel Fine Tuning

Digital Signal Strength Check

PC Setup and Adjustment

Screen Position Adjustment

Sleep Timer Function

On/Off Timer Settings

V-Chip PIN Setup

V-Chip Enable/Disable

TV Parental Guidelines Setup

Setting TV Parental Guidelines

How to set parental restrictions using TV ratings.

MPAA Ratings Setup

Setting MPAA Ratings

How to set parental restrictions using MPAA ratings.

Canadian English Parental Guidelines

Setting Canadian English Guidelines

How to set parental restrictions using Canadian English ratings.

Canadian French Parental Guidelines

Setting Canadian French Guidelines

How to set parental restrictions using Canadian French ratings.

Digital V-Chip Usage

Analog Closed Captions

Digital Closed Captions

Energy Saving Feature

Software Upgrade

Upgrading TV Software

How to update the TV's firmware using a USB drive.

Self Diagnosis

Picture Test

How to test the TV's picture quality.

Sound Test

How to test the TV's sound output.

Anynet+ Setup and Operation

Anynet+ Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Anynet+ Issues

Solutions for common Anynet+ problems.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Troubleshooting Guide

Solutions for common TV problems.

TV Stand Installation

TV Stand Removal

Auto Wall-Mount Adjustment

Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

Securing the TV to the Wall

TV Anti-Tip Safety Measures

Instructions for preventing the TV from falling.

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