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Samsung PS42B430 User Manual

Samsung PS42B430
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Plasma TV
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Table of Contents

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Samsung PS42B430 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Screen Size42 inches
Display TypePlasma
Resolution1024 x 768
Brightness1500 cd/m²
HDMI Ports2
Component Video Inputs1
Composite Video Inputs1
HD TypeHD Ready
Response Time0.001 ms
USB Ports1
Contrast Ratio30000:1
Audio Output2 x 10W

Summary

User Instructions

Screen Image Retention

Prevents image retention by adjusting brightness and contrast for static images.

Permanent Image Damage

Explains how long display of static images or 4:3 format can cause permanent damage.

Afterimage on Screen

Advises reducing brightness and contrast to prevent partial afterimages from static content.

Connecting and Preparing Your TV

Viewing the Connection Panel

Details the various input/output ports on the rear of the TV for external device connections.

Remote Control Functions

Describes the buttons and operations of the TV remote control, including teletext functions.

Switching On and Off

Instructions on how to turn the TV on, off, and navigate initial setup.

Channel Control

Storing Channels

Describes how to store digital and analogue channels using Auto Store or Manual Store.

Managing Channels

Covers adding, deleting, and managing favourite channels within the channel list.

Picture Control

Changing Picture Settings

Guides on adjusting picture mode, brightness, contrast, sharpness, and colour settings.

Advanced Picture Adjustments

Details fine-tuning picture settings like black tone, dynamic contrast, gamma, and colour space.

Sound Control

Changing Sound Settings

Guides on selecting sound modes, adjusting equalizer, SRS TruSurround HD, audio language, and format.

Function Description

Security Settings

Covers child lock, parental lock, and changing the PIN for TV access and channel restrictions.

PC Display Setup

Provides instructions for configuring PC software and optimal display resolutions for PC connection.

Recommendations for Use

Securing the TV to the Wall

Provides instructions and safety warnings for securely attaching the TV to a wall using an anti-fall device.

Troubleshooting

Picture Quality Issues

Offers solutions for common picture problems like distortion, color issues, and poor brightness.

Sound Quality Issues

Provides troubleshooting steps for audio problems like no sound, low volume, or noise.

No Picture or Video Problems

Solutions for issues like the TV not turning on, turning off automatically, or having no picture.

Plasma TV Specific Issues

Solutions for humming noise, image retention (burn-in), and control issues with external remotes.

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