Samsung CFTD2085, CFTD2785, AA68-03265A-00 manual Chapter Six, Identifying TV Problems

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Chapter Six

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 TV 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 TV/VIDEO 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.

Disc does not play.	Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side
	facing up.
	Check the region number of the DVD.
	This player cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs,
	CD-R, etc. Insert a DVD, a VIDEO-CD or a CD.

5.1channel sound is not being reproduced.

5.1channel sound is reproduced only when the fol- lowing conditions are met. :

1) The DVD player is connected with the proper amplifier.

2) The disc is recorded with 5.1 channel sound. •Check whether the disc being played has the

“Dolby 5.1 ch” mark on the outside. •Check if your audio system is connected and

working properly.

6.1 CHAPTER SIX: TROUBLESHOOTING

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Contents Owner’s Instructions Your New 3Way Combination Unit InstallationTV Operation DVD OperationVCR Operation TroubleshootingTV Features List of FeaturesDVD Features VCR FeaturesFront Panel Buttons Familiarizing Yourself with The 3way Combination Unit∏ Stand by indicator ˝ Remote Control SensorTimer indicator ’ REC indicatorAUDIO-VIDEO Rear Panel Jacks´ +100 Remote Control TV Function ButtonsMTS Multichannel Television Stereo VOL +, VOLRemote Control DVD Function Buttons Remote Control VCR Function Buttons SLOW+’ Play/pause Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin LeadsAntennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels Connecting Cable TVSeparate VHF and UHF Antennas Cable without a Cable BoxThis terminal might be labeled Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some ChannelsANT IN, VHF IN, or simply, Connect this cable to a two-way splitterConnecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV Connecting a Camcorder Connecting an Audio System When playing a DVD Make sure to match the + Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlViewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Turning the TV On and OffViewing the Menus Viewing the DisplaySelecting a Menu Language Press the Menu button to display the menuPress the LEFT/RIGHT œ√ buttons Memorizing the Channels Selecting the Video Signal-sourceTV automatically cycles Storing Channels in Memory Automatic MethodAdding and Erasing Channels Manual Method Directly Accessing Channels Using the Channel ButtonsUsing the Pre-CH Button to select the Previous Channel Changing ChannelsUsing Mute Adjusting the VolumeAfter adjusting an item, the gauge Customizing the PictureWill automatically disappear after about 3 seconds Alternate method Using Automatic Picture SettingsChanging the Color Tone Changing the Screen Size Depending on the model Fine Tuning Channels After you adjust the fine tuningPress the LEFT/RIGHT œ√ buttons to adjust the fine tuning Digital Noise Reduction Tilt Depending on the model Customizing the Sound Using Automatic Sound Settings Choosing a Multi-Channel Soundtrack MTS Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape Option 1 Setting the Clock Manually Setting the ClockWhen selecting the hours, be sure You press the Display buttonSetting the Date Press the Right √ button Clock is set Press the Menu button to exit Sequence ATL., EAST, CEN., MTN., PAC., ALAS., HAWBefore using the timer, you must Setting the On/Off TimerSet the TV’s clock. See Setting the Clock on When you set the hours, makePress the Right √ button to highlight Off When finished, press Right √ buttonAfter about 3 seconds, the sleep Setting the Sleep TimerMisspellings and unusual Viewing Closed CaptionsSetting Up Your Personal ID Number PIN Using the V-ChipHow to Enable/Disable the V-Chip How to Set up Restrictions Using the TV guidelinesEnter pin screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number TV-Y Young children TV-Y7 Children 7 and over TV GuidelinesGeneral audience Parental guidanceHow to set the FV, D, L, S and V sub-ratings NC-17No children under age Adults only NR Not rated Playing a Disc Pausing PlaybackPlayback Stopping PlaybackSlow Motion Playback Except CD Step Motion Playback Except CDSearching through a Chapter or Track Using the Search and Skip FunctionsSkipping Tracks Press the FWD orWhen Playing a MP3/WMA Using the Display FunctionYour MP3 files should be ISO 9660 or Joliet format To play another Mpeg folder When Playing a MPGWhen Playing a Picture CD Rotating and Reversing the pictureSlide Show Viewing the Album Screen If you press the Enter buttonNext skip or back Skip button Press the UP/DOWN Using the Title Menu Using the Disc MenuDepending on the disc, the Disc Menu may not workInformation will be displayed Displaying the Disc InformationYou may use the number but Press the DVD Menu button during playDVD O P E R AT I O N Mark is displayed Using the Zoom Function DVD/VCDUsing the Bookmark Function DVD/VCD Clearing a Bookmark Recalling a Marked ScenePress the DVD Menu but- ton during play Repeat PlayPress the LEFT/RIGHT œ√ DVDScreen FIT Using the EZ View Depending on the modelProgram Playback Program Play CDDisc will be played Press the DVD Menu but- ton during play Press the UP/DOWNChanging the Camera Angle This function depends on what Setting up the Language FeaturesDigital output Off, Bitstream, PCM Setting up the Audio OptionsSetting up the TV Aspect Setting up the Display Options Adjusts the brightness of the screenUse to turn on-screen messages on or off Setting up the Parental Control Enter New Password When you’re finished playing a Inserting and Ejecting a Video Cassette TapeDon’t try to insert a tape upside Playing a Pre-Recorded Video Cassette Tape PausingPlaying the Tape For information on inserting aUsing Automatic Tracking Using Picture SearchFor information on inserting Insert and play a video cassette tapeUsing the Time Counter Counter displays time onlyWhile a tape is playing, press the Info button twice Press the Clear button to reset the timer to Using Memory StopFor this feature to work, Using P.PLUSSerted, the Picture Plus feature will be Off If the tape is ejected and reinRecording Recording TV Programs As You WatchFor information on recording Editing While RecordingSee After ten minutes in the pauseUsing One-Touch Recording Using Advanced Recording FeaturesFor information, see Recording VCR begins recordingClock must be set to the cor Recording at a Later TimePress the Menu button Press the Right √ button. The Starting hour will selectPress the Right √ button. The ending hour will select For more information on Selecting tape speeds, see pages 5.6, 5.7, and A.2To enter additional program Using Program Review Program Review is only availableInformation for the first program appears on the screen For information on viewing Using True RepeatPress Menu to return to normal viewing Press the Stop button to end the repeatUsing Block Repeat Playing a tape, see pages 5.1At a minimum five-second interval Selecting the HiFi Mode Using the HiFi StereoMTS Recording / Monitor Mode Hi-Fi audio tack 2-channel Normal audioMaking the Connections Video DubbingImportant Warning One Federal Video DubbingTheVCR will be recording from Button. on the playback VCR or camcorderUsing Special Playback Features Frame AdvanceSlow motion Chapter Six Identifying TV ProblemsIdentifying DVD Problems Identifying VCR Problems Using Your 3Way Combination Unit in Another Country Cleaning and Maintaining Your 3Way Combination UnitChoosing the Proper Tapes Learning About Video Cassette TapesCaring for Video Cassette Tapes Choosing the Correct Recording SpeedSpecifications Using the Record Safety TabSending Tapes to Another Country