A p p e n d i x

Troubleshooting

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 Samsung authorized 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.

 

 

 

Make sure the MUTE button is off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 broadcasted in color.

 

 

 

Adjust the picture settings.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Picture rolls vertically.

 

Adjust the antenna.

 

 

 

Check all wire connections.

 

 

 

If you are using a VCR, check the tracking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The TV operates erratically.

 

Unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then try operating it

 

 

 

again.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your remote control does not

 

Press the MODE button to put your remote control

 

operate your TV.

 

into TV mode.

 

 

 

Make sure the remote has batteries.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The TV won’t switch on.

 

Make sure the wall outlet is working.

 

 

 

Make sure the remote has batteries.

 

 

 

 

 

The display panel used for the DLP Projection TV is composed of many tiny pixels. These pixels may occasionally appear on the screen, but it is not a defect of the unit.

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