Samsung PL-42E91H manual Appendix, Identifying Problems

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Appendix

Identifying Problems

If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions.

If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center.

Problem

Possible Solution

Poor picture quality.

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.

 

Make sure the MUTE button is off.

No sound or sound is too low at

First, check the volume of units connected to your TV (digital broadcasting receiver, DVD, cable

maximum volume.

broadcasting receiver, VCR, etc.). Then, adjust the TV volume accordingly.

 

 

Picture rolls vertically.

Check all 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.

 

 

Remote control malfunctions

Replace the remote control batteries.

 

Clean the upper edge of the remote control (transmission window).

 

Check the battery terminals.

 

Press the TV button to put your remote in the “TV” mode.

 

Make sure the remote has batteries.

 

Check that the “+” and “-” ends of the batteries are inserted correctly.

The image is too light or too dark.

Adjust the Brightness and Contrast.

 

Adjust the Fine tuning.

The image is too large or too small.

Adjust the Size settings.

Screen is black and power indicator

On your computer check; Power and Signal Cable.

light blinks steadily.

The TV is using its power management system.

 

Move the computer’s mouse or press any key on the keyboard.

 

 

 

On your equipment check (STB, DVD, etc) ; Power and Signal Cable.

 

The TV is using its power management system.

 

Press the Source button on the panel or remote control.

 

Turn the TV off and on.

The visual qualities of digital

The visual qualities of digital channels may vary depending on the original production method (analog or

channels vary.

digital).

 

• If the original production method is digital: High visual quality program.

 

• If the original production method is analog: The digital program displayed on the screen is originally an

 

analog program which has been converted to digital. The visual quality is an SD(Standard Definition)

 

grade.

The damaged picture appears in

If Just Scan is selected in some external devices, the damaged picture may appear in the corner of the

the corner of the screen.

screen. This symptom is caused by external devices, not TV.

 

 

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Contents Contact Samsung WORLD-WIDE Model Serial NoEnglish-2 User Instructions Contents Accessories List of FeaturesFerrite Core Power Cord General InformationViewing the Control Panel Rear Panel Jacks Viewing the Connection PanelVideo AV DVI in AUDIO-R/LRemote Control Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlIf the remote control doesn’t work, check the following ConnectionsCable without a Cable Box Connecting Cable TVConnecting a Camcorder Connecting a VCRConnecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via DVI Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top BoxConnecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via HdmiHDMI/DVI jacks do not support PC connection Connecting a PCOperation Plug & Play FeatureTurning the TV On and Off Using the Channel Buttons If you want to reset this featureUsing the Number Buttons Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous ChannelUsing the Mute Button Adjusting the VolumeViewing the Display Viewing the MenusMemorizing the Channels Selecting the Video Signal-sourceStoring Channels in Memory Automatic Method Setting Up Your Remote Control Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Set Top Box Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVDBrand Code Remote Control Codes000 001 002 008 Product Code000 004 008 Satellite STB 000 003 008Samsung DVD To Edit the Input Source Name To Select the SourceResetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults Picture Control Using Automatic Picture SettingsConfiguring Detailed Settings on the Picture Changing the Screen Size Positioning and Sizing the screen using Zoom169 ZoomActive Color Digital Noise ReductionFreezing the Current Picture DNIe Digital Natural Image engineResetting the Equalizer Settings to the Factory Defaults Using Automatic Sound SettingsSound Control Customizing the SoundChoosing a Multi-Channel Sound MTS Track Setting the TruSurround XTListening to the Sound of the Sub PIP Picture Selecting the Internal MuteInternal Speakers Internal Mute OffAdding / Locking Channels Channel ControlSetting the Color System Fine Tuning Analog ChannelsResolution Vertical Horizontal PL-42E91H Setting Up Your PC Software Based on Windows XPPC Display Frequency HzAdjusting the Screen Quality How to Auto AdjustChanging the Screen Position Setting the Home Theater PCSetting the Clock Time SettingSetting the Sleep Timer Repeat Select Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, or Sat~Sun Setting the On/Off TimerSelecting a Menu Language Function DescriptionViewing Closed Captions Restrictions on Game mode Caution Using the Game ModeIf Game Mode is On Setting the On/Off Melody Setting the Blue Screen ModeSetting the Light Effect Preventing Screen Burn-in Using the Energy Saving FeatureReducing the Effects of Screen Burn Setting the Hdmi Black LevelWall-Mount Adjustment Sold separately Setting the AV Color SystemEntering the menu Viewing Picture-in-Picture Using the Remote Control Buttons OperationsActivating Picture-in-Picture Changing the Position of the PIP Window Selecting a Signal Source External A/V for PIPChanging the PIP Channel Appendix Identifying ProblemsProduct Family Inch Vesa Spec. a * B Standard Screw Quantity Wall Mount Kit Specifications VesaSpecifications How to assemble the Stand-Base depending on the model

PL-42E91H specifications

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