Samsung LE32N73BD Owner's Instructions Manual

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Page 1 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Country Customer Care Center BELGIUM 02 201 2418 CZECH REPUBLIC 844 000 844 DENMARK 38 322 887 FINLAND 09 693 79 554 FRANCE 08 25 08 65 65 (€...
Page 2: Precautions When Displaying A Still Image
IMPORTANT: Image retention issues are not covered by your Samsung® warranty. • Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV List of Parts ... 3 Installing the Stand ... 3 Installing the Wall Mount Kit ... 3 Viewing the Control Panel ... 4 Viewing the Connection Panel ... 5 Viewing the Remote Control ... 7 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ...
Page 4 WISELINK Using the WISELINK Function ... 25 Using the WISELINK Menu ... 26 Using the PHOTO (JPEG) List ... 26 Viewing Photo File Information ... 28 Selecting a Photo and Slide Show... 28 Rotating ... 29 Zooming-in ... 30 Copying Image Files ... 31 Deleting Image Files ...
Page 5: List Of Parts
Wall Mount items. Contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mounted bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the TV on your own.
Page 6: Viewing The Control Panel
Viewing the Control Panel The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. SOURCE Toggles between all the available input sources (TV, Ext.1, Ext.2, AV, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI1, HDMI2, DTV). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTER button on the remote control.
Page 7: Viewing The Connection Panel
Viewing the Connection Panel [Rear Panel Jacks] Power Input Whenever you connect an external device to your TV, make sure that power on the unit is turned off. When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable. Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network 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...
Page 8 Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD - Connect the VCR or DVD SCART cable to the SCART connector of the VCR or DVD. - If you wish to connect both the Set-Top Box and VCR (or DVD), you should connect the Set-Top Box to the VCR (or DVD) and connect the VCR (or DVD) to your set.
Page 9: Viewing The Remote Control
4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged? 5. Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby? Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (TV, DVD, STB, CABLE, VCR) (Refer to page 48~52)
Page 10: Switching On And Off
Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. The standby indicator lights up on the front of the set. Press the button on the front of the set. You also can press the POWER The programme that you were watching last is reselected automatically.
Page 11: Storing Channels Automatically
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. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 12: Setting The Channel Manager
Press the button to select “Colour System”, then press the ENTER button. Select the colour standard required by pressing the Press the button to select “Sound System”, then press the ENTER button. Select the sound standard required by pressing the If there is an abnormal sound or no sound, re-select the sound system required.
Page 13: Activating The Child Lock
Activating the Child Lock Sorting the Stored Channels This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programmes by muting out video and audio. Child Lock cannot be released using the buttons on the side. Only the remote control can release the Child Lock setting, so keep the remote control away from children.
Page 14: Assigning Channels Names
Assigning Channels Names Fine Tuning Channel Reception Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel information is broadcast. These names can be changed, allowing you to assign new names. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the button to select “Name”, then press the ENTER button.
Page 15: Changing The Picture Standard
Changing the Picture Standard You can also press the P.MODE button on the remote control to select one of the picture settings. Adjusting the Custom Picture You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
Page 16: Changing The Colour Tone
Changing the Colour Tone Adjusting the Color Tone with the Preferred Color Component You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eyes. To select the desired picture effect, follow the “Changing the Picture Standard” instructions number 1 to 3 on page 13. Press the button to select “Colour Tone”, then press the ENTER button.
Page 17: Resetting The Picture Settings To The Factory Defaults
Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults Changing the Picture Size You can select these options by simply pressing the P.SIZE button on the remote control. Changing the Auto Wide (4:3) You can return to the factory defaults picture settings. To select the desired picture effect, follow the “Changing the Picture Standard”...
Page 18: Digital Noise Reduction
Press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit. Samsung’s new technology brings you more detailed images with contrast and white enhancement. A new image compensation algorithm gives viewers brighter and clearer images. DNIe technology will match every signal to your eyes. You can see how DNIe improves the picture by setting DNIe Demo mode to On.
Page 19: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)
Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Press the PIP button on the remote control repeatedly to activate or deactivate the “PIP”. You can display a sub picture within the main picture of set programme or video input. In this way, you can watch the picture of set programme or video input from any connected equipment while watching the main picture.
Page 20: Changing The Sound Standard
Changing the Sound Standard You can also select these options by simply pressing the S.MODE button on the remote control. Adjusting the Sound Settings Setting the TruSurround XT (SRS TSXT) You can also set these options simply by pressing the SRS button on remote control.
Page 21: Adjusting The Volume Automatically
Adjusting the Volume Automatically Selecting the Internal Mute Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it is not easy for you to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. This feature allows you to automatically adjust the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.
Page 22: Resetting The Sound Settings To The Factory Defaults
Resetting the Sound Settings to the Factory Defaults Connecting Headphones You can connect a set of headphones to your set if you wish to watch a TV programme without disturbing the other people in the room. Selecting the Sound Mode You can also set these options simply by pressing the DUAL button on remote control.
Page 23: Setting The Sleep Timer
Setting the Sleep Timer Switching the Television On and Off Automatically You can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after which the television automatically switches to standby mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
Page 24: Choosing Your Language
Choosing Your Language Using Game Mode When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
Page 25: Setting The Blue Screen Mode / Selecting The Melody
Setting the Blue Screen Mode / Selecting the Melody Using the Energy Saving Feature Setting the Blue Eye Blue Screen: 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"...
Page 26: Selecting The Source
Selecting the Source Editing the Input Source Names You can select among external sources connected to your TV’s input jacks. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select “Input”. Press the ENTER button again, to select “Source List”. When no external device is connected to your set, only “TV”, “Ext.1”, “Ext.2”, "DTV"...
Page 27: Using The Wiselink Function
Using the WISELINK Function You can view stored photos (JPEG files) or play music files (MP3) using a memory card or USB storage media. The "Photo" menu supports image files in the JPEG format only. The "Music" menu supports sound files in the MP3 format only. First, connect the memory card or USB storage media containing your files to the WISELINK terminal on the side of the TV.
Page 28: Using The Wiselink Menu
Using the WISELINK Menu Using the PHOTO (JPEG) List folder icon photo icon Move to the previous folder stage icon This menu shows JPEG and MP3 files and folders saved on a memory card. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button, to select “Input”.
Page 29 Using the Options Menu "Slide Show": Starts a slide show. (Refer to “Selecting a Photo and Slide Show” on page 28) "Rotate": You can rotate images in full screen mode. Images are rotated in the order of 90°, 180°, 270° and 0° (original state). (Refer to “Rotating”...
Page 30: Viewing Photo File Information
Viewing Photo File Information Selecting a Photo and Slide Show You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. Normal When selecting a photo file, the photo file information is displayed on the left in the TV screen, such as the resolution, the date modified and the order of the file in the current directory.
Page 31: Rotating
Rotating You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. "Background Music Setting": The saved file information is displayed as folder or MP3 file. Select the "Background Music Settings" and press the ENTER button. Navigate to the folder that contains the MP3 files to use as the background music.
Page 32: Zooming-In
Zooming-in You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. Displays a 2x, 3x or 4x zoomed-in image in full screen mode. Complete Steps 1 to 4 of "Using the WISELINK Menu". (Refer to page 26) Press the button to select “Photo”, then press the ENTER button.
Page 33: Copying Image Files
Copying Image Files You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. Deleting Image Files You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. You can copy image files to a different memory card. Complete Steps 1 to 4 of "Using the WISELINK Menu".
Page 34: Printing A Photo
Printing a Photo You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. Using the MP3 List folder icon musical note icon Move to the previous folder stage icon You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control.
Page 35: Copying Music Files
Copying Music Files You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. Deleting Music Files You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. You can copy music files to a different memory card. Complete Steps 1 to 4 of "Using the WISELINK Menu".
Page 36: Using The Setup Menu
Using the Setup Menu You can select these options by simply pressing the WISELINK button on the remote control. Setup displays the user settings of the WISELINK menu. Complete Steps 1 to 4 of "Using the WISELINK Menu". (Refer to page 26) Press the button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
Page 37: Previewing The Dtv Menu System
Previewing the DTV Menu System You can select these options by simply pressing the D.MENU button on the remote control. Updating the Channel List Automatically To help you navigate around the on-screen menu system and adjust the various settings available, refer to the following illustration. Available in the Digital TV mode.
Page 38: Updating The Channel List Manually
Updating the Channel List Manually Editing Your Favourite Channels You can specify the channel or frequency for a fast channel search. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. Press the button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. Press the button to select "Manual Store", then press the ENTER button.
Page 39: Selecting Channel Manager
Selecting Channel Manager You can select these options by simply pressing the CH MGR button on the remote control. Move Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. Press the button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. Press the button to select "Edit Favourite Channels", then press the ENTER button.
Page 40: Displaying Programme Information
Displaying Programme Information Viewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Information While viewing a channel, additional information about the current programme may be displayed. While viewing a programme, press the INFO button. The programme information is displayed. To exit from banner information, press the INFO button. The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information is provided by the broadcasters.
Page 41: Using The Scheduled List
Using the Scheduled List Setting the Default Guide You can select these options by simply pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control. If you make a scheduled viewing list of programs you may like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program.
Page 42: Viewing All Channels And Favourite Channels
Viewing All Channels and Favourite Channels Setting the Preferred Languages In the EPG menu, you can display all channels or favourite channels. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. Press the ENTER button again, to select "Guide". Select the your required guide ("Now & Next Guide" or "Full Guide") by pressing the button.
Page 43: Choosing Your Language
Choosing Your Language Preferred Subtitle Language : English Preferred Audio Language : English OSD Language : English Translucency Level : Medium Parental Lock Adjusting the Translucency Level Setting up the Parental Lock When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications.
Page 44: Setting The Subtitle
Setting the Subtitle Selecting the Preferred Language (Subtitle or Audio) Setting the Digital Text You can activate and deactivate the subtitles. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. Press the button to select "Feature", then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button again, to select "Subtitle".
Page 45: Viewing Product Information
Viewing Product Information Checking the Signal Information Upgrading the Software (Option) You can view your product information. For service or repair, please contact a Samsung approved dealer. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. Press the button to select "System", then press the ENTER button.
Page 46: Viewing Common Interface
Viewing Common Interface Selecting the CI (Common Interface) Menu Resetting This contains information on CAM inserted in the CI slot and displays it. Press the D.MENU button to display the DTV menu. Press the button to select "System", then press the ENTER button. Press the button to select "Common Interface", then press the ENTER button.
Page 47: Teletext Decoder
Teletext Decoder Displaying the Teletext Information Most set channels carry “ Teletext ”, pages of written information that provide information such as: Television programme times. News bulletins and Weather forecasts. Sports results. Subtitles for the hard of hearing. The Teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Contents Selected page number.
Page 48: Selecting A Specific Teletext Page
Selecting a Specific Teletext Page Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page Press the number buttons on the remote control to enter the page number directly: Enter the three-digit page number listed in the contents by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. If the selected page is linked with several secondary pages, the secondary pages are displayed in sequence.
Page 49: Setting Up Your Remote Control
Setting Up Your Remote Control After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: TV, DVD, Cable, Set-Top Box, VCR. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
Page 50 Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Turn off your DVD. Press the DVD button on your TV’s remote control. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the DVD code listed on page 50~51 of this manual for your brand of DVD.
Page 51: Remote Control Codes
Remote Control Codes Brand Code SAMSUNG 000 001 002 003 004 005 077 078 079 ADMIRAL AIWA AKAI 004 027 032 AUDIO DYNAMICS 007 026 BELL&HOWELL BROKSONIC CANDLE 002 003 006 008 015 055 CANON 021 056 CITIZEN 002 003 006 008 015 055...
Page 52 019 023 028 PANASONIC 003 022 027 037 044 PHILIPS 019 021 023 028 PIONEER 004 018 020 044 014 022 040 REGAL SAMSUNG DVD Product Code 000 001 002 DVDR 003 004 BD Record 005 006 VCR COMBO 007 008 009 010 011...
Page 53 026 029 126 127 128 129 130 141 SHERWOOD 039 041 SYLVANIA 043 093 SHARP SANSUI SANYO 062 090 SHINSONIC SAMSUNG SET-TOP BOX Product Ground wave STB Satellite STB CABLE STB STB DVD COMBO Satellite STB HDD COMBO Standard SET-TOP BOX Brand Code...
Page 54: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Based On Windows Xp)
Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) First, click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.
Page 55: Setting The Pc
Setting the PC Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock): The purpose of picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (coarse) and Fine-tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of screen.
Page 56: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock 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.
Page 57: Technical And Environmental Specifications
Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name Screen Size (Diagonal) PC Resolution Input Signal H/V Separate, TTL, P. or N. Sync. Video Signal Colour System I, I/I, L/L’ , NTPB (AV3.58, 4.43) Sound System DTV Signal Reception Channel 21~68 (474~850 MHz) UHF Channel Demodulation DTV Video/ Audio Decoding...
Page 58 Stand Swivel (Left / Right) -20˚ ~ 20˚ Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. This device is a Class B digital apparatus. English-56...
Page 59 Warning! Important Safety Instructions Please read the appropriate section that corresponds to the marking on your Samsung product before attempting to install the product. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
Page 60: Warranty Card
3. Warranty repairs must be carried out by Authorised Samsung Dealers or Authorised Service Centres. No re-imbursement will be made for repairs carried out by non Samsung Dealers and, any such repair work and damage to the products caused by such repair work will not be covered by this warranty.
Page 61 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.

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