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- Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
Owner's Instructions COLOR TELEVISION CL21M6W/CL25M6W CL29M6W/CL29M9W CL29V5W/CL25M5W CL29M5W ... AA68-02585B-00 (ENG) - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Warning! Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come. Important Safety Information To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and maintaining your machine. • Read all safety and operating instructions before - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in the TV receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions - If the TV receiver has been dropped or the cabinet parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
the Display 3.3 Selecting a Menu Language 3.4 Memorizing the Channels 3.5 Selecting the Video Signal-source 3.5 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method 3.6 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method 3.7 Changing Channels 3.8 Using the Channel Buttons 3.8 Directly Accessing Channels - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Sound Settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, or Auto Volume 4.12 Viewing Closed Captions 4.13 Viewing the Demonstration 4.14 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 5.1 Identifying Problems 5.1 Appendix A.1 Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV A.1 Using Your TV in Another Country A.1 Specifications A.1 2 CONTENTS - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
settings that can be stored in the TV's memory • Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels • A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems • Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible • Built-in, dual channel speakers • A special sleep timer 1.1 CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
the front panel control your TV's basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. CL21M6W/CL25M6W/CL29M6W/CL25M5W/CL29M5W CL29M9W CL29V5W Œ MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features. ¨ Remote Control Sensor Aim the - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 - 2.8.) Œ AUDIO INPUTS Audio signals from VCRs, DVD players and similar devices. ´ VIDEO INPUT Video signals from VCRs, DVD players and similar devices. ˇ S-VIDEO INPUT (CL29M6W/CL29M9W) Connect to an S-VHS VCR or DVD player. ¨ HEADPHONE Connect a set of external - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
devices. ˇ AUDIO INPUTS Audio signals from VCRs, DVD players and similar devices. ˆ S-VIDEO INPUT (CL21M6W/CL25M6W/CL29M6W/ CL29M9WCL29V5W/CL29M5W) Connect to an S-VHS VCR or DVD player. Ø DVD VIDEO INPUT Connect video from a DVD player. Note: Monitor Output doesn't operate in the DVD mode. ∏ VHF - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
+ Press to increase or decrease the volume. (Also used to make selections on the on-screen menus.) Æ MENU Displays the main on-screen menu. ı TV/VIDEO Press to display all of the available video sources (i.e., Antenna/cable, VCR). CL21M6W/CL25M6W CL29M6W/CL29M9W 1.5 CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
window. TV/VIDEO Press to select one of the available signal sources for the PIP window. PIP/SIZE Press this button to control the PIP window. Press repeatedly to cycle through this sequence: PIP ON with large window, PIP ON with small window, and PIP OFF. CH Not available. CL21M6W/CL25M6W CL29M6W - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Up/Down) Press CHv or CHw to change channels. (Also used to highlight selections on the on-screen menus.) Ø TV/VIDEO Press to display all of the available video sources (i.e., Antenna/cable, VCR ∏ SURF Press the SURF button to automatically return to a preferred channel after a user-preset time - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
2 C h a p t e r Tw o INSTALLATION Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see "Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads" below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see "Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads" on page 2.2. If you have two antennas - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
the combiner into the VHF/UHF terminal on the bottom of the rear panel. Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below. Cable without a Cable Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the VHF/UHF antenna terminal on back of the TV. w Because this TV is cable - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
of the TV. Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of coaxial cable. (These items are available at most - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
is usually channel 3 or 4.) Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 2.1-2.3). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO jacks on the TV. 5 Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the VIDEO jack on the TV. Follow the instructions in "Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape" to view your VCR tape. 2.5 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
INSTALLATION Connecting an S-VHS VCR (CL21M6W/CL25M6W/CL29M6W/CL29M9WCL29V5W/CL29M5W) Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.) 1 To begin, follow steps 1-3 in the previous section to - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
2 Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the TV and the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR. Refer to your VCR's instructions for more information about jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player. 2 Connect a video cable between the DVD-IN (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the TV and the DVD-OUT - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
jack on the camcorder and the AUDIO terminals on the side of the TV. 3 Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the VIDEO terminal on the side of the TV. The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If not, check your local electronics - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
INSTALLATION Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Slide the cover out completely. w 2 Install two AA size batteries. Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3 Replace the cover. w Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
panel. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, five basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Setting the language, Video signal source, Ant. input check, Auto program, and Clock. 1 Press the POWER button on the remote control. The message "Plug & Play" is - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
OPERATION 4 Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the VOL+ or VOL- button to activate "Auto Program" or press the MENU button to skip. (refer to "Auto program" on page 3.6.) 5 Press the VOL+ or VOLbutton to move to the hour or minute. Set the hour or minute by pressing - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
OPERATION Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Viewing the Menus 1 With the power on, press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Its left side has four icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, and Function. 2 Use the CHv and CHw buttons to highlight one of the 4 icons. Then press the - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
OPERATION Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press MENU to display the menu. Press CH w three times to select "Function", then press the VOL + button. 2 Press VOL + to select the appropriate language: English, Spanish, or French. 3 Press MENU twice to exit. 3.4 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
OPERATION Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1 First, select the correct signal source (ANT, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~2 on previous page. Press the MENU button, then press the CH w button twice to select "Channel," then press the VOL + button. Labeling : ---- 2 Press the CH w - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
OPERATION Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the CH w button twice to select "Channel", then press the VOL+ button. Labeling : ---- 2 Press the CH v or CH w button - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
OPERATION Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons 1 Press the CH v or CH w button to change channels. When you press CH v or CH w, the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
OPERATION Labeling the Channels Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., "CBS", "ESPN", "PBS2", CNN1", etc.) A label consists of four fields, where each field is a letter, a number, "*", or a blank. When the DISPLAY button is pressed, the channel label will appear - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
OPERATION Setting the Clock 1 Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the CH w button three times to select "Function". Press the VOL + button. 2 Press the CH w button to select "Time" menu. Press the VOL + button: The Time menu will appear on the screen, and "Clock" will be - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
OPERATION Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, tint, color, and sharpness according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the "automatic" settings. See next page.) 1 Press MENU to display menu. 2 Press VOL - or VOL + - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
there is brightlight in the room. • Standard: Optimal indoor screen condition. • Choose Movie when viewing the TV in low light, or when playing video games. • Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal pref- erence (see "Customizing the Picture", page 3.11). 3.12 CHAPTER - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
OPERATION Customizing the Sound You can use the on-screen menus to adjust the bass, treble, and balance according to individual preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the "automatic" settings. See next page.) 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button to select "Sound - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
", "Music", "Movie", "Speech" or "Custom" sound settings. • Choose Standard for the standard factory settings. • Choose Music when watching music videos or concerts. • Choose Movies when watching movies. • Choose Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialogue (i.e., news). • Choose Custom to - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
OPERATION Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button to select "Sound" menu , then press the VOL+ button. 2 Press the CH w button to select "Melody", then press the VOL+ or VOL- button - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
OPERATION Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button twice to select "Channel", then press the VOL+ button. Labeling : ---- 2 Press the CH w - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
Your Remote Control (CL21M6W/CL25M6W/CL29M6W/CL29M9W) Your TV comes equipped with a "universal" remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote can also operate a VCR and a cable box (even if your VCR and cable box are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). Setting Up - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
SPECIAL FEATURES VCR Codes 4.2 CHAPTER FOUR: SPECIAL FEATURES - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your Cable Box 1 Turn off your cable box. 2 On your Samsung remote control, press SET. w 3 Press the CABLE button on the top right of your remote control. 4 Enter both digits of the cable box code listed - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
SPECIAL FEATURES Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Select the appropriate channel. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button twice to select " - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
SPECIAL FEATURES Changing the Screen Size 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the VOL + button to select the "Picture" menu. 2 Press the CH w button to select "Size". 3 Press the VOL + or VOL button repeatedly to select "Normal" or "Zoom". Press the MENU button twice to exit. • Normal - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
SPECIAL FEATURES Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the VOL + button to select the " - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
SPECIAL FEATURES Tilt (CL29M6W/CL29M9W/CL29M5W) Due to the Earth's magnetic field there may be same minor image tilt depending on the TV's location. When this occurs, follow the steps below. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the VOL + button to select the "Picture" menu. 2 Press the - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
SPECIAL FEATURES Using the Surf Feature This feature allows you to set the TV to return to a particular channel after a certain amount of time. For example, you may be watching a channel when commercials start. You can set the Surf to "5 minutes", then switch channels. After 5 minutes, the TV will - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the On/Off Timer 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button three times to select "Function" menu, then press the VOL+ button. w Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock. (See "Setting the Clock" on page 3.10). 2 Press the CH w button - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
SPECIAL FEATURES 5 Press the VOL + button to select "On/Off." Press the CH v (or CH w) button to turn the ontimer "On." (Repeatedly pressing the CH v or CH w button will alternate between on and off.) 6 When finished, press the VOL + button . 7 To set the Off time, press the CH w button to select " - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
SPECIAL FEATURES Sound Features Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
SPECIAL FEATURES Extra sound settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, or Auto Volume ) • Turbo Sound Turbo sound suitably emphasizes both higher and lower bands of sound (and includes other effects). • Surround "Surround" converts a monaural sound signal into two identical left and right channels. Once the - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. Most pre-recorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as well. Check for the closed caption symbol in your television schedule and - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing the Demonstration To become familiar with the various menus provided by your television, you can view the in built demonstration. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button to select the "Function" menu. Press the VOL+ button. 2 Press the CH w button - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest service center. Identifying Problems Problem channel. Adjust the antenna. Try another channel. Press the TV/VIDEO button. Make sure the TV is plugged in. Check the - Samsung CL-25M6W | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
care, your TV unit will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your the TV channel frequencies. Specifications Model Voltage Frequency of Operation Power Consumption CL21M6W 110 W CL25M6W CL25M5W AC 100-240V 50/60Hz 130 W CL29M6W/
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AA68-02585B-00 (ENG)