Samsung CL-21K40MQ, CL-21M40MQ manual Chapter Five, Identifying Problems

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Chapter Five

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest service center.

Identifying Problems

Problem

Possible Solution

 

 

Poor picture

Try another channel.

 

Adjust the antenna.

 

Check all wire connections.

 

 

Poor sound quality.

Try another channel.

 

Adjust the antenna.

 

 

No picture or sound.

Try another channel.

 

Press the SOURCE button.

 

Make sure the TV is plugged in.

 

Check the antenna connections.

No color, wrong colors or tints.

Make sure the program is broadcast in color.

 

Adjust the picture settings.

 

If the set is moved or turned in a different

 

direction, the power should be OFF for

 

at least 30 minutes.

Picture rolls vertically.

Adjust the antenna.

 

Check all wire connections.

 

 

The TV operates erratically

Unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then try

 

operating it again.

 

 

The TV won’t turn on.

Make sure the wall outlet is working.

 

 

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Contents Owner’s Instructions Operation InstallationYour New TV Appendix Special FeaturesTroubleshooting List of Features AccessoriesFamiliarizing Yourself with The TV Remote Control SensorStand by indicator Control ButtonsVideo Input Connection Jacks SideAudio Input HeadphoneVideo Input jacks Connection Jacks RearAudio-Video Output jacks Component Video Input jacks Y, PB, PRVOL +, VOL Remote ControlNumber buttons $ CH , CHConnecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin LeadsSeparate VHF and UHF Antennas Connecting Cable TVAntennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Cable without a Cable BoxConnecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some ChannelsCable Box Switch Connect the cable or Antenna to Connecting a VCRUnplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV Antenna in terminal onConnecting a DVD Player Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TVConnecting a Camcorder Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Press the Power button on the remote controlTurning the TV On and Off Viewing the MenusPress the Exit button to exit Selecting a Menu LanguagePress the Menu button to display the menu Selecting the Video Signal Source Memorizing the ChannelsStoring Channels in Memory Automatic Method TV automatically cyclesAdding and Erasing Channels Manual Method Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel Using the Channel ButtonsUsing the Button Changing ChannelsCustomizing the Picture Using Automatic Picture Settings Press the Menu button to display menuCustomizing the Sound Adjusting the VolumeUsing the Mute Button To increase or decrease the value of a particular item Using Automatic Sound SettingsPress the œ or √ button Then press the œ or √Press the √ button again the hours digits will be selected Setting the ClockPress the Menu button to display the on-screen menu Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape Alternate methodButton to select Select Fine Tuning ChannelsPress the œ and √ buttons to adjust the fine tuning Selecting the Color Tone Changing the Screen Size Using the Surf Feature Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound MTS Soundtrack Text at the bottomExtra Sound Settings Auto VolumeSetting the On/Off Timer Or button will Setting the Sleep TimerWhen finished, press √ button Alternate between on OffViewing Closed Captions Misspellings and unusual charactersIdentifying Problems Chapter FiveSpecifications Cleaning and Maintaining Your TVUsing Your TV in Another Country This page is intentionally Left blank This page is intentionally Left blank This page is intentionally Left blank Page Contact Samsung WORLD-WIDE Country Customer Care Center Web Site

CL-21K40MQ, CL-21M40MQ specifications

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