Samsung SIR-T351 manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Remote command mode to DTV or STB

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APPENDIX

Troubleshooting

If you have difficulty with your digital TV set-top receiver, there are several possibilities you should investigate before calling for a service technician.

Problem

Possible Solution

Intermittent signal, or no signal at all.

Try another channel.

Make sure the antenna is connected.

If a powered antenna, turn the power boost on. You may also want to rotate the antenna for a stronger signal, using the tri-state LED indicator on the front of your tuner as a guide.

Poor sound quality, or no sound.

Make sure audio connections are correct. Try another channel - sometimes broadcasters have problems with DTV audio encoding. Make sure the MUTE button on your TV is off. Try both analog and digital (coaxial, optical) audio connections.

No color, or wrong colors.

Make sure you have connected the DTV set-top receiver correctly to your DTV-ready or analog TV set.

For a three-wire component connection, match the red, green, and blue cables from the set-top receiver to your TV.

Remote control doesn’t work

Make sure you have fresh batteries installed the

correctly.

correct way in your remote. Also, select the correct

 

remote command mode to DTV or STB.

The DTV set-top receiver won’t turn on.

Make sure the receiver’s power plug is installed and that the AC outlet is working.

Check the batteries in the remote control to make sure they are fresh and installed correctly.

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Contents Owner’s Instructions MD68-00XXXA-Inside Front Cover 4/2/03 1155 AM Thank You for Choosing Samsung Example Antenna Grounding Guide to Digital TV Digital Television ServicesUsing your existing analog TV set How to View Digital TelevisionUsing a personal computer and monitor Integrated TVs versus DTV-ready TVs and monitorsHow difficult is it to receive DTV signals indoors? MD68-00XXXAE-PREFACE 4/2/03 955 AM Special Features Connecting the Set Top BoxMenu Front Panel Controls and LEDs´ DTV LED Menu Up/Down/Left/RightRear Panel Jacks ’ Service JackVideo Output Lt/Rt ANALOG-AUDIO OutputsCable TV without a Cable Box If you Connecting AntennasCable TV with a Cable Box If you have Indoor/Outdoor Antenna You mayPlasma Display Panel PDP Connecting the Set-Top Box to a TV SetOn the PDP RGB format Connect a video monitorDigital Ready TV or Normal TV Connecting an Audio Component Connecting the Set-Top Box to a Computer MonitorThere are many types of audio systems on the market today If your audio system hasConnecting the Set-Top Box to a Device with a DVI jack Reviewing the Remote Control MTS Multitrack Sound #1 PRE-CH Previous Channel #1˜ INFO. #1 ¯ FAV-CH Favorite Channel #1Programming the Remote Control Installing the BatteriesSpecial Notes Sub-menu On-Screen Menu SystemDetail-menu Press the Menu button on the remote control Using the On-screen HelpTo turn the on-screen help on To turn the on-screen help offViewing the Information Press Info on the remote controlInfo shows To view the InfoChannel Memorizing ChannelsRepeatedly pressing Enter will Adding and Deleting ChannelsPress the number buttons Then repeat . Press ExitPress Exit How to Set Your Favorite ChannelsChecking the Digital-Signal Reception Number buttons Changing ChannelsPRE-CH button FAV-CH buttonYou will be asked if your Setting the Time and DateArea and to move the high Choose Screen Format you Want and press Enter Changing the Screen FormatFull With a 43 Ratio TV or MonitorLetter box ZoomPillar box With a 169 Ratio TV or MonitorChoosing a Digital Sound Format Dolby or PCM Changing the Position of the Image Choosing a Multitrack Language How to Activate or Deactivate the On-screen Captions Setting Up Digital Captions On-Screen Text MessagesDigital Captions function operates on digital channels Preference icon and pressWant. The default is Style On the service optionReturn to Default Its defaultYour new password is now activated. Press Exit How to Change Your PasswordRating Control Menu How to Lock Programs Using the TV FCC or Mpaa Ratings Important Notes About Parental Locks P.Locks TV FCC Content CategoryExplanation of the Mpaa and TV FCC Rating Systems TV FCC Age-Based RatingsViewing the Electronic Program Guide EPG Electronic Program GuideUsing the EPG Electronic Program Guide To highlight the Guide icon and press Enter Viewing Information about One ChannelTo highlight the Go to Mini Guide and press Enter Button Play to activate +2 Hours Viewing mode Press the Blue button FF or the ExitYou may now Jump to a channel directly Use the Menu Up/DownTo remove all the remind programs To view the Remind ListProgramming the Remote Control for Other Components VCR Remote Control Codes DVD Remote Control Codes Catv Remote Control CodesTV Remote Control Codes Problem TroubleshootingRemote command mode to DTV or STB Placement Care and MaintenanceTemperature LiquidsGeneral Specifications SpecificationsRF Specification Broadcasting standard