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- Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
CL29M16MQD COLOR TELEVISION Owner's Instructions Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing Standard screen format televisions (4:3, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view standard format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the standard 4:3 ratio - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
23 Memorizing the Channels 24 Selecting the Video Signal-source 24 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method 25 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method 26 Changing Channels 27 Using the Channel Buttons 27 Directly Accessing Channels 27 Using the PRE-CH Button to Select the Previous - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
46 Viewing Closed Captions 47 Setting the Blue Screen Mode 48 Setting The On/Off Melody 49 Viewing the Demonstration 50 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 51 Identifying Problems 51 Appendix 52 Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV 52 Using Your TV in Another Country 52 Specifications 52 English - 4 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels • A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems • A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening • Built-in, your dealer. Remote Control/ AAA Batteries Owner's Instructions/ Safety Guide Manual English - 5 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
YOUR NEW TV Familiarizing Yourself with The TV Front Panel Buttons The buttons on 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. Œ MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features. ´ VOL - - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
YOUR NEW TV Connection Jacks (Side) You can connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equipment, see page 18.) Œ AUDIO INPUT jacks Used to connect the audio signals from a camcorder or video game. ´ VIDEO INPUT jack - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
YOUR NEW TV Connection Jacks (Rear) Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. Because there are two sets of input jacks, you can connect two different A/V components (i.e., a VCR and a DVD, 2 VCRs, etc.) For more - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
YOUR NEW TV Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. Œ POWER Turns the TV on and off. ´ Number buttons Press to select channels directly on the TV. ˇ +100 Press to select channels over 100. For example, - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
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 next page. If you have two antennas, - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
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. ▼ Because this TV is cable - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
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-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
INSTALLATION 4 Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B-IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch. Incomin g Cable Splitter Cable Box RF (A/B) Switch 5 Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A-IN terminal on the RF (A/B) - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 10-13). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. 1 Unplug the cable or antenna from the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
INSTALLATION Connecting an S-VHS VCR 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 connect the antenna or cable to your VCR and your TV - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
OUT jack on the TV and the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR. TV Rear Panel Video Cable VCR Input Panel Refer to your VCR's instructions for more information about how to record using this kind of connection. English - 16 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
on the DVD player. DVD Player Rear Panel Video Cable TV Rear Panel Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player's owner's manual. English - 17 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
INSTALLATION Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. They allow you to view the camcorder tapes without using a VCR. (Also see "Viewing an External Signal Source" on page 35) 1 Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
INSTALLATION Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Slide the cover out completely. ▼ 2 Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3 Replace the cover. ▼ Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
C h a pOtPEeRArTIOTN h r e e OPERATION Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, five basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
OPERATION 5 Press the MENU button and then the "Auto Program" is automatically displayed. Auto Program Air 3 Start Enter Skip 6 Press the ENTER button to start "Auto Program" or press the MENU button to return. (refer to "Auto program" on page 25.) The TV will begin memorizing all of the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
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 five icons: Input, Picture, Sound, Channel and Setup. Source List : TV Edit Name Move Enter Input √ √ Exit 2 Use the ▲ and ▼ - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
OPERATION Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play Caption Language ▼ More Setup English Move Enter Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Language", then press the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
digits. 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 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
OPERATION Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1 First, select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~3 on previous page. Channel Auto Program √ Add/Delete : Deleted √ Air/CATV : Air Name : ---- Move Adjust Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Auto - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
OPERATION Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) First, press the CH (...) or CH (†) button or the number buttons to select the channel you want to add or delete. 1 Press the MENU - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
OPERATION Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons 1 Press the CH (...) or CH (†) button to change channels. When you press CH (...) or CH (†), 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.) - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
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 INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
OPERATION Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
OPERATION Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, Tint and according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the "Automatic" settings. See next page.) 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
OPERATION Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has three automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard" and "Movie" ) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie or Custom by making a selection from the menu. Or, you can select "Custom" which - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
OPERATION Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL + or - VOL - button to increase or decrease the volume. Using the MUTE Button At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTE button. 1 Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off. The word "Mute" will appear in the lower-left corner of - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
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 ▲ or ▼ button to select the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
OPERATION Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has four automatic sound settings ("Standard", "Music", "Movie" and "Speech") that are preset at the factory. Or, you can select "Custom", which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
OPERATION Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, Set-Top Box and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source 1 Press the MENU button to display menu, then press the ENTER button. - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
OPERATION Assigning Names to External input mode 1 Press the MENU button to display menu, then press the ENTER button. Source List : TV Edit Name Input √ √ Move Enter Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Edit Name", then press the ENTER button. Source List : AV1 Edit Name Input - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
C hSaP EpC I AtLeF ErAT UFR EoS u r SPECIAL FEATURES Changing the Color Tone 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Mode Custom Color Tone Size ▼ More Picture : Dynamic √ √ : Warm1 √ : Normal √ Move Enter - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
SPECIAL FEATURES Changing the Screen Size 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Mode Custom Color Tone Size ▼ More Picture : Custom √ √ : Warm1 √ : Normal √ Move Enter Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
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 ▲ or ▼ button to select - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
SPECIAL FEATURES Using the R.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 R.Surf to "5 minutes", then switch channels. After minutes, the TV - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
SPECIAL 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 weather.) 1 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
SPECIAL FEATURES Extra Sound Settings (Auto Volume, Turbo Sound or Pseudo Stereo) The following sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences • Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every time the - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the On/Off Timer 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play Caption Language ▼ More Setup English Move Enter Return ▼ Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
SPECIAL FEATURES 5 Press the √ button to select "On" or "Off". Clock 09: 30am On Timer 06: 30am Press the ▲ or ▼ button to turn the on-timer "On". (Repeatedly pressing Off Timer - - : - - am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer Volume : the ▲ or ▼ button will alternate between "On" Move Adjust and - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). 1 Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. ▼ After about 5 seconds, the sleep display will disappear from the screen, and the time interval will be set. 2 - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the Preferred Volume Level The preferred volume can be set for when the timer automatically turns on the TV. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play Caption Language ▼ More - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the Blue Screen Mode If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue screen" mode to "Off". 1 Press the MENU button to - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear a melody sound when the TV is powered on or Off. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play Caption Language ▼ More Setup English Move - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
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 ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
C hSaP E pC I AMtL EeFMErOAT UFR EiSv e 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 service center. Identifying Problems Problem Poor picture Poor sound quality. No - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
AS PpE CpI AMLeEFMnEOATdU RiExS APPENDIX Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Placement • Do not place the TV near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. • Do not place the TV near appliances with electric motors that - Samsung CL-29M21FQ | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
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