Samsung CT-21D8W, CT-21S7W, CT-21D9W, CT-1488BL, CT-21D8L, CT-2188L Thank You for Choosing Samsung

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Thank You for Choosing Samsung

Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung TV receiver represents the latest in television technology. It has easy-to-use, on-screen menus and closed-captioning capabilities, making this TV one of the best products in its class. This product will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come.

Important Safety Information

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and maintaining your machine.

Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the TV receiver.

Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.

Heed all warnings on the TV receiver and in the operating instructions.

Follow all operating instructions.

Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning, Use a damp cloth, Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Never add any attachments and/or equipment without approval of the manufacturer. Such additions may cause risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury.

Do not use the TV receiver where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility, such as near bath tubs, sinks, washing machines, swimming pools, etc.

Do not place the TV receiver on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV receiver may fall, causing injury to people and/or damage to the TV. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table not recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the TV receiver.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when mounting the unit, and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. Move the TV receiver and its cart with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart to over- turn.

Provide ventilation for the TV receiver. The unit is designed with slots in the cabinet for ventilation to protect it from overheating. Do not block these openings with any object, and do not place the TV receiver on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place it near a radiator or heat register. If you place the TV receiver on a rack or bookcase, ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you’ve followed the manufacturer’s instructions for mounting.

Operate your TV receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

Use only a grounded or polarized outlet. For your safety, this TV is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug having one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet.

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Contents CT-1488BL/CT-1488L/CT-14S7BL AA68-02343A-00 ENGRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Thank You for Choosing Samsung Example Antenna Grounding Installation Your New TVOperation Troubleshooting Special FeaturesChapter One List of FeaturesFamiliarizing Yourself with The TV Rear Panel Jacks Video and Audio input jacks´ VHF/UHF Antenna terminal MTS Option Remote Control´ Number buttons +100Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads Connecting VHF and UHF AntennasCable without a Cable Box Connecting Cable TVAntennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Separate VHF and UHF AntennasConnecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some ChannelsConnect this cable to a two-way splitter Install AT I O N Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of the TV Connecting a VCRConnecting a Camcorder Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Viewing the Menus Press the Power button on the remote controlTurning the TV On and Off Viewing the Menus and On-Screen DisplaysSelecting a Menu Language Selecting the Video Signal-source Memorizing the ChannelsANT antenna STD, HRC or IRC all cable TV Storing Channels in Memory Automatic Method Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Added or Erased Adding and Erasing Channels Manual MethodChanging Channels Adjusting the VolumeOr CH button repeat Edly until the correct hour appears Setting the ClockPress the Menu button to display the menu Customizing the PictureUsing Automatic Picture Settings Using Automatic Sound Settings Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape Press the VOL+ or VOL- buttonPress the Menu button twice to exit Chapter Four Fine Tuning ChannelsChanging the Screen Size Using the Surf Feature Setting the On/Off Timer Setting the Sleep Timer When finished, press VOL + buttonPress the Sleep button on the remote control Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound MTS Soundtrack Option Sound FeaturesSurround Extra sound settings Turbo Sound, or SurroundViewing Closed Captions Chapter Five Identifying ProblemsCleaning and Maintaining Your TV Using Your TV in Another CountrySpecifications