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#573E-02.qxd 10/27/03 8:30 PM Page 1 - AFTER SALES SERVICE - Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agent if a change in the performance of your product indicates that a faulty condition may be present. ELECTRONICS Owner’s Instructions BN68-00573E-02 LCD TV LW15M13C...
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ENG-01.qxd 11/1/03 1:13 AM Page 1 LCD TV LW15M13C LW17M11C LW20M11C Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS TELETEXT...
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ENG-00-13.qxd 10/13/03 11:31 PM Safety Instructions These illustrations represent precautions concerning your set. Do not expose your set to extreme temperature or humidity conditions. Do not expose your set to any liquids. During storm conditions (especially when there is lightning) unplug your set from the mains socket and aerial.
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM OREWORD Caution ... Safety Instructions... ONNECTING AND Viewing the Control Panel ... Viewing the Connection Panel ... - Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network... - Connecting a Set-Top Box, VCR, or DVD ... - Connecting External A/V Devices ... - Kensington Slot...
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ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM ETTING THE OUND Changing the Sound Standard... Selecting the Sound Mode ... ETTING THE Setting the Clock ... Switching Off Automatically ... Switching the television On and Off Automatically... SING THE ARIOUS Selecting the Blue Screen Mode... Displaying Information...
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Viewing the Control Panel TV/VIDEO Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV - AV1 - AV2 - S-VIDEO). MENU Opens the on-screen menu. Moves the selector left or right on the OSD. Increases or decreases the level of audio volume.
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Page 7 Viewing the Connection Panel Option Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions and associated safety precautions. English-7...
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network (depending on the model) To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the set from one of the following sources: - An outdoor aerial - A cable television network - A satellite network Connecting a Set-Top Box, VCR, or DVD...
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Viewing Pictures From External Sources Once you have connected up your various audio and video systems, you can view the different sources by selecting the appropriate input. Check that all the necessary connections have been made (refer to pages 8 for further details).
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Viewing the Remote Control Television On/Off Numeric buttons for direct channel access One/Two-digit channel selection Volume up or down Temporary sound switch-off Automatic switch-off Menu display and change confirmation Sound mode selection The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light. English-10 Page 10 (All Functions Except Teletext)
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Viewing the Remote Control Teletext hold Teletext store Teletext Index Teletext display/ mix both teletext information and the normal broadcast Teletext sub-page Page 11 (Teletext Functions) :Teletext next page :Teletext previous page Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF) Teletext reveal Teletext cancel Teletext size selection...
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 10:09 AM Switching On and Off Placing in Standby Mode English-12 Page 12 The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. If you purchased this set in the United Kingdom, refer to page 46 for further instructions on plug wiring. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.
ENG-00-13.qxd 10/1/03 11:49 AM Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control The remote control is used mainly to: Change channels and adjust the volume Set up your set using the on-screen menu system The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Plug & Play English-14 Page 14 When the set is initially powered ON, you are automatically presented with a series of basic customer settings. The following settings are available. If the set is in standby mode, press the on the remote control.
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ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Plug & Play If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Selecting TV Mode or an Input Source English-16 Page 16 You can choose TV mode or change to an input source connected to the TV set. Use this button to choose an input source that you would like to watch.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Editing an Input Source Name Entering the names of the input source devices connected to the input ports on the TV set allows you to find and choose an input source that you would like to watch in a quick and convenient manner. Press the MENU button.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Choosing Your Language English-18 Page 18 When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indicators. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Setup.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Storing Channels Automatically You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. However you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do not wish to watch.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Storing Channels Manually English-20 Page 20 You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: Whether or not to store each of the channels found The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify Press the MENU button.
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ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Storing Channels Manually If you know the channel number to be stored, Press the button to select the Channel. Press the ENTER button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the button and then press the ENTER Select the required number by pressing the and then press the ENTER If there is normal sound or no sound, re-select the...
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Editing the Channels English-22 Page 22 You can exclude any channels of your choice from the channels you have scanned. When you scan through the stored channels, those you have chosen to skip are not displayed. All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Sorting the Stored Channels You can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to: Modify the numeric order in which the channels have been automatically stored. Assign easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch most often.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Giving Channels Names English-24 Page 24 If channel name information is broadcast when you store the channels either manually or automatically, the names are assigned to the channels directly. You can however change these names or assign new names as required.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Fine Tuning Channel Reception If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine-tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If however the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine-tune the channel manually.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Changing the Picture Standard English-26 Page 26 You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Adjusting the Custom Picture Your set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Adjusting the Screen Background Colour English-28 Page 28 You can change the screen background colour according to your prefer- ence. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.
ENG-14-29.qxd 10/1/03 10:10 AM Changing the Picture Size You can select the picture format which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Changing the Sound Standard English-30 Page 30 You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Sound.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Selecting the Sound Mode You can set the sound mode by pressing the "DUAL I-II" button. When you press it, current sound mode is displayed on the screen. Audio Type Mono STEREO Stereo Stereo DUAL 1 Dual Mono MONO...
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Setting the Clock English-32 Page 32 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Switching Off Automatically You can select a time period of between -- and 180 minutes after which your set automatically switches off. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Switching the Television On and Off Automatically English-34 Page 34 You can set the On/Off timers so that the set will: Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select. Switch off automatically at the time you select.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM 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"...
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Teletext Feature English-36 Page 36 Most television channels provide written information services via teletext. Information provided includes: Television programme times News bulletins and weather forecasts Sports results Travel information This information is divided into numbered pages (see diagram). Part Contents Selected page number.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Displaying the Teletext Information You can display Teletext information at any time on your set. For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable; otherwise: Information may be missing Some pages may not be displayed Select the channel providing the Teletext service using the button.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Selecting a Page by Number English-38 Page 38 You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Using FLOF to Select a Page The various topics included in the teletext pages are colour-coded, and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons on the remote control. Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX button. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to select;...
10/1/03 10:38 AM Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel Before contacting Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of your set and contact your local dealer.
ENG-41.qxd 11/7/03 3:08 AM Page 41 Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Panel Size Display Size 304.1 (H) x 228.1 (V) mm Type Pixel Pitch 0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V) mm Viewing Angle Power Supply Input AC 100 ~ 250V (50/60 Hz) Power Consumption Normal Stand-By...
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Maintenance of Your Television To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the TV cabinet. Users must not service the TV. User maintenance is restricted to cleaning, as explained below: Unplug the television from the power outlet before cleaning. When you clean the TFT-LCD and the external panel, please apply the recommended small amount of cleaner, using a soft, dry cloth to polish it.
ENG-30-43.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Attaching a Wall or Arm mounting device The TV supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. To install any VESA mounting device, please follow the instructions given. <A> Lay the LCD TV face-down on a flat surface with a cushion or other soft materials to protect the screen.
ENG-44-49.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Page 44 Installing VESA compliant mounting devices Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with the four screws that come with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases. Rear cover Mounting pad English-44...
ENG-44-49.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Page 45 Kensington Slot Cable Figure 2 Figure 1 <Optional> The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The locking device has to be purchased separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer.
ENG-44-49.qxd 10/1/03 10:38 AM Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only) IMPORTANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used.
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