Chapter Six, Identifying Problems | Samsung LTM 225W manual

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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, call your nearest Samsung service center.

Identifying 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 sound or sound is too low	First, check the volume of units connected to your TV
at maximum volume.	(digital broadcasting receiver, DTV, DVD, cable
	broadcasting receiver, VCR, etc.). Then, adjust the TV
	volume accordingly.
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. Adjust
	the antenna.
Picture rolls vertically.	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.
Blurred or snowy picture,	Check the direction, location and connections of
distorted sound.	your antenna.
	This interference is often due to the use of an
	indoor antenna.
Remote control malfunctions	Replace the remote control batteries.
	Clean the upper edge of the remote control
	(transmission window).
	Check the battery terminals.
“Check Signal Cable”	Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the
message.	PC sources.
	Ensure that the PC sources are turned on.

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Contents

Owner’s Instructions Inside Front Coveren 2/4/03 1144 PM Thank You for Choosing Samsung Prefaceen 2/4/03 1144 PM Prefaceen 2/4/03 1144 PM FCC Information Operation InstallationYour New TV PC Display Special FeaturesTroubleshooting List of Parts List of Features Familiarizing Yourself with The TV VIDEO/AUDIO in jack Rear Panel JacksSuper Video in jack Headphone jack Frequently Used Buttons Remote ControlVOL +, VOL Number buttons Convenient Buttons +100 Menu adjustment and Video or DVD adjustment buttonPIP controls Multichannel Television Stereo Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Connecting Cable TVSeparate VHF and UHF Antennas Cable without a Cable Box Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a VCR Connecting an S-VHS VCR Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box Connecting a DVD Player SUB Connecting a PC Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Connecting to a Sub-woofer Turning the TV On and Off Plug & Play Feature If you want to reset this feature Viewing the Display Viewing the Menus and On-Screen DisplaysViewing the Menus Selecting a Menu Language Memorizing the Channels Selecting the Video Signal-source Storing Channels in Memory Automatic Method Directly Accessing Channels Using the Channel ButtonsUsing the Pre-CH Button to select the Previous Channel Changing Channels Using Mute Adjusting the Volume UP/DOWN Setting the Clock Customizing the Picture Alternate method Using Automatic Picture Settings Customizing the Sound Using Automatic Sound Settings Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape Chapter Four Setting Up Your Remote Control Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Cable Box Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Remote Control Codes Fine Tuning Channels LNA Low Noise Amplifier Setting the Blue Screen Mode Freezing the Picture Changing the Screen Size Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound MTS Soundtrack Special Sound Options Auto Volume Virtual Dolby Adjusting the Headphone Sound Selecting the Sound You can select either Main or Sub when PIP is On Setting the On/Off Timer What is Absent Power Off? LEFT/RIGHT buttons to select Caption or Text Viewing Closed Captions Activating Picture-in-Picture PIP SettingsViewing Picture-in-Picture Swapping the Contents of the PIP image and Main image Selecting a Signal Source External A/V for PIPChanging the PIP Channel Changing the Location of the PIP Window Setting Up Your Personal ID Number PIN Using the V-Chip How to Set up Restrictions Using the TV guidelines How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip TV-Y E C I a L F E AT U R E S NC-17No children under age Adults only NR Not rated How to Set up Your PC Software Windows only Using Your TV as a Computer PC Display Adjusting Coarse Adjusting the Screen Quality Changing the Screen Position Changing the Screen Color Standard Adjusting the Screen Color Settings To Return the Custom settings back to the default position Chapter Six Identifying Problems Problem Possible Solution Display Modes Clock Sync Polarity Mode Resolution Frequency KHz MHz Refer to page A.3 to remove the base Installing Vesa compliant mounting devices Attaching a Wall or Arm mounting device Maintenance of Your LCD TV Optional Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Pin Assignments Cleaning and Maintaining Your TVUsing Your TV in Another Country LTM225W Specifications