Chassis Model GPL15KE LW15M23CP LW15M25CP GPL17KE LW17M24CP GPL20KE LW20M21CP LW20M22CP LW20M25CP SERVICE Manual TFT-LCD TV Fashion Feature - Easy-to-use remote control - Easy-to-use on-screen menu system - Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off - Automatic channel tuning for up to 194 channels.
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Samsung Electronics Co.,Ltd. - This Service Manual is a property of 416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon City, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Gyeonggi-Do, Korea, 443-742 Any unauthorized use of Manual can be Printed in Korea punished under applicable International P/N : BN82-00131H-01 and/or domestic law.
13 Circuit Descriptions 13-2-2 WIRING DIAGRAM CN100(9P) : To IP Board CN401(30P) : To 15",17" Panel CN402(50P) : To 20" Panel CN905(5P) : To Program Download Jig CN906(20P) : To Scart CN600(3P) : To Left Speaker CN601(2P) : To Right Speaker CN907(12P) : To Function Board 13-3...
3 Alignments and Adjustments 3 Alignments and Adjustments 3-1 Service Instruction 1. Usually, a color TV-VCR needs only slight touch-up adjustment upon installation. Check the basic characteristics such as height, horizontal and vertical sync. 2. Use the specified test equipment or its equivalent. 3.
3 Alignments and Adjustments 3-2 How to Access Service Mode 3-2-1 Entering Factory Mode 1. To enter “Service Mode” Press the remote -control keys in this sequence : - If you do not have Factory remote - control - If you have Factory remote - control 3-3 Factory Data -.
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3 Alignments and Adjustments 6) Dynamic Luma Adjustment DLC/MWE Part " - " : RF, AV, S_Video -> all store " + " : RF, AV, S_Video -> apart store ¢” ¢” NVRAM Reset DLC- 0-10 MWE- Demo Brightness+ 0-255 Contrast+ 0-255 Sharpness+...
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3 Alignments and Adjustments 8) UOC Adjustment UOC Adjust BKS- BKS : Black stretch WSx- Wsx : White stretch 0 20 20 20 20 20 0 20 20 20 19 26 ….. 9) Option: Spread Step / Spread Span (for EMI test ) 10) Panel Information various function are included in information.
3 Alignments and Adjustments 3-4 Service Adjustment 3-4-1 EDID input method -SAMSUNG LCD TV support the DDC control JIG. -You can see the connection between PC and LCD TV. 3-4-2 EDID input method (Windows Program) 1. Execute "WinDDC.EXE" 2. Click "Open[F5]"...
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3 Alignments and Adjustments 3. Select Connected Port#1 and Click Next OK. 4. Select Connected Port#1 and Click Next OK. Find file name : 15 inch : VE15 17 inch : VC17 20 inch : VC20 5. Click Next (OK) button. 6.
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3 Alignments and Adjustments 8. Check "DDC OK". 3-4-3 Micom ( TDA15001H) Program Upgrade 1. Program Upgrade Jig 2. Connect the parallel Port...
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3 Alignments and Adjustments 3. Connect Jig to CN905 on PCB Ass'y 4. Click " WISP " Icon on Computer 5. Check "Automatic mode on". 6. Click "Browser" button : Select the Code , Click "Auto Execute" button Check Erase and Write OK In "General" window and check Verify OK in "ISP status"...
1 Precautions 1 Precautions Follow these safety, servicing and ESD precautions to prevent damage and to protect against potential hazards such as electrical shock. 1-1 Safety Precautions 1-1-1 Warnings For continued safety, do not attempt to modify the circuit board. Disconnect the AC power and DC Power Jack before servicing.
1 Precautions 1-2 Servicing Precautions WARNING: An electrolytic capacitor installed with the wrong polarity might explode. Caution: Before servicing units covered by this service manual, read and follow the Safety Precautions section of this manual. Note: If unforeseen circumstances create conflict between the following servicing precautions and any of the safety precautions, always follow the safety precautions.
1 Precautions 1-4 Installation Precautions 1. For safety reasons, more than two people are required 6. Keep the antenna far away from any high-voltage for carrying the product. cables and install it firmly. Contact with the high- voltage cable or the antenna falling over may cause fire 2.
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5 Exploded View & Parts List 5 Exploded View and Parts List - You can search for updated part codes through ITSELF web site. URL : http://itself.sec.samsung.co.kr/ 5-1 LW15M23CP, LW15M25CP T0003 M0019 M0215 M0013 M0014 M0174 M0003...
4 Troubleshooting 4 Troubleshooting 4-1 First Checklist for Troubleshooting 1. Check the various cable connections first. - Check to see if there is a burnt or damaged cable. - Check to see if there is a disconnected cable connection or a connection is too loose. - Check to see if the cables are connected according to the connection diagram.
4 Troubleshooting 4-2 Checkpoints by Error Mode 4-2-1 No Power Does proper DC 14V/5V Check connector Pin3, Pin9 in appear at Pin 3. Pin 9 of I/P Board. CN100? Does proper DC A5V Check IC101 and IC105. appear at FT144? Does proper B3.3V Check IC102.
4 Troubleshooting 4-2-3 No Sound Does the signal appear at Check the TU01 (TV Tuner) C883,C880(TV) and Check the CN913 (Video, S-Video) C849, C850(PC) and Check the CN901 (Component) C881,C882(Component) Pin 117, Check the CN909 of IC800 (VCTj)? Does the signal appear at Check IC800.
14 Reference Infomation 14 Reference Infomation 14-1 Technical Terms -Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the res- olution. The distance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: mm -Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user.
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-Channel Fine Tuning This feature allows the viewer to fine-tune the TV channel to obtain the best viewing conditions. The Samsung LCD TV has both automatic and manual channel fine-tuning features to enable the viewer to adjust their desired settings.
14 Reference Infomation 14-2 Pin Assignments 14-2-1 Scart 14-2-2 S-Video Separate Sound R out Sound R In Sound L out Sound L In BL In Video Out 14-2-4 D-SUB Video In Separate 14-2-3 A/V Green Blue RCA Yellow CVBS GND (DDC Return) Audio L GND-Red RCA White...
14 Reference Infomation 14-3 Timing Chart This section of the service manual describes the timing that the computer industry recognizes as standard for com- puter-generated video signals. Table 2-1 Timing Chart VESA Mode VGA2/ VGA3/ 640/75 Hz, 800/75 Hz, 56Hz, 1024/60Hz 1024/75Hz 1280/75Hz, 50Hz...
14 Reference Infomation 14-4 Preset Timing Modes If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on.
11 Disassembly and Reassembly 11 Disassembly and Reassembly This section of the service manual describes the disassembly and reassembly procedures for the LW15M23CP/ LW17M24CP/LW20M21CP LCD TV. WARNING: This monitor contains electrostatically sensitive devices. Use caution when handling these components. 11-1 LW15M23CP, LW15M25CP Disassembly Cautions: 1.
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 3. Remove 11 screws from the boards and disconnect inverter cables from the boards. 4. Disconnect LVDS cable, function cable and speaker cable from the board. 5. Lift up the boards and remove 8 screws from the panel shield. 11-2...
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 6. Lift up the panel shield and disconnect panel from the front. 11-2 LW17M24CP Disassembly 1. Place LCD TV face down on cushioned table. Remove 4 screws from the stand. 2. Remove 3 screws from the rear cover and lift up the rear cover. 11-3...
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 3. Remove 13 screws from the boards and remove 2 hold inverter from the boards. Disconnect inverter cable, speaker cable, control cable, BRKT AC cable and LVDS cable from the boards. 4. Disconnect cables and Lift up the boards and remove 8 screws from the shield panel. 5.
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 6. This picture shows cover front after disconnecting the panel from it. 11-3 LW20M21CP, LW20M25CP Disassembly 1. Place LCD TV face down on cushioned table. Remove 4 screws from the grip on the stand. 11-5...
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 2. Remove 3 screws on stand and disconnect cover rear after inserting stand completely into stand. (Note : If stand is loosely inserted into stand, cover rear can be damaged when disconnected.) 3. Disconnect inverter holder wire from the board and carefully reomve the silicon glue on the LVDS cable with a nipper.
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 5. Remove 8 screws from the shield panel and lift up the panel. 11-4 Replacement Order of Lamp Assemblies 1. After confirm there is nothing on the desk, turn the LCD module over and put it on a flat desk set to the ground.
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11 Disassembly and Reassembly 3. Slide the lamp unit out. Please take out the lamp Slide the lamp unit out. unit from the LCD module. Slide the lamp unit out. 4. Please fix the new lamp units on the LCD module : opposite process 2 and 3.
2 Product Specifications 2 Product specifications 2-1 Fashion Feature - Easy-to-use remote control - Easy-to-use on-screen menu system - Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off - Adjustable picture and sound settings that can be stored in the TV's memory - Automatic channel tuning for up to 194 channels.
10 Operating Installations and Installation 10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-1 Product Features 10-1-1 Front 1. SOURCE 7. SPEAKERS Displays a menu of all of the available input sources(TV - AV1 - AV2 - S-Video - PC). 8. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR You can also use the SOURCE( )button on the Aims the remote control towards this spot on the...
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10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-1-2 Back LW17M24CP LW15M23CP,LW20M21CP < L CU > < LW15M Power Input Power Input Option 10-2...
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10 Operating Installations and Installation 1. 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 - Acable television network - Asatellite network 2.
10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-2 Installation Notes and Precautions 10-2-1 Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock 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.
10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-2-2 Retractable Stand Note: The maximum tilt angle is 13 degrees in the backward direction. Please do not tilt the TV outside the specified range. Using excessive force to tilt the TV may cause permanent damage to the mechanical part of the stand. The 20"...
10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-2-3 Installing VESA compliant mounting devices Mounting pad LW15M23CP, LW17M24CP LW20M21CP <1> Fold the stand pressing the button on the back of the stand. <2> Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the stand bottom and secure it with the four screws that come with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases.
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10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-2-4 Installing the Wall Mount Kit(LW15M23CP, LW17M24CP) Note : This installation is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a concrete wall. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. Bracket Anchors : 3EA Anchors : 3EA...
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10 Operating Installations and Installation Adjust LCD TV to the hook on the bracket and move in the direction of the arrow(Left) so that LCD TV can be completely fixed to the bracket. When bracket is assembled How to hang monitor up on a hook When installation is completed on the wall Remove Installation Guide after completing setup of LCD TV on the wall.
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10 Operating Installations and Installation 10-2-5 Installing the Wall Mount Kit(LW20M21CP) Note : This installation is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a concrete wall. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. Bracket Anchors : 4EA Anchors : 4EA Installation Guide...
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10 Operating Installations and Installation Adjust LCD TV to the hook on the bracket and move in the direction of the arrow(Left) so that LCD TV can be completely fixed to the bracket. When bracket is assembled How to hang monitor up on a hook When installation is completed on the wall Remove Installation Guide after completing setup of LCD TV on the wall.
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8 Wiring Diagrams 8 Wiring Diagram CN100(9P) : To IP Board CN402 CN905 CN906 CN401 CN401(30P) : To 15",17" Panel CN402(50P) : To 20" Panel CN905(5P) : To Program Download Jig CN906(20P) : To Scart CN600(3P) : To Left Speaker CN601(2P) : To Right Speaker CN907(12P) : To Function Board Audio...
6 Electrical Parts List 6 Electrical Parts List -You can search for updated part codes through ITSELF web site. URL : http://itself.sec.samsung.co.kr/ 6-1 LW20M22CPX/XEC Parts list Level Loc. No. Code No. Description & Specification SA/SNA LW20M22CPX/XEC LW20M22CP,Q10F/20A81-GPL,20,LCD-TV,SPAIN M0216 BN90-00400B ASSY STAND;VE20UO S.N.A...
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