Samsung LA32T51B, LA27T51B User Manual
LCD TV
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LA27T51B
LA32T51B
Owner’s Instructions
Before operating the unit,
please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
BN68-00860J-00
ON-SCREEN MENUS
PC DISPLAY
PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP)
TELETEXT
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
Precautions When Displaying a Still Image
Astill image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen.
• Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention.
This image retention is also known as "screen burn".
To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
• Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the
• Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.
To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images.
left, right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.
Playing a DVD or a game console may cause a similar effect to the screen.
Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.
Contents
CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV
List of Parts .............................................................. 2
Installing the Stand .................................................. 2
Installing the Wall Mount Kit ................................ 2
Viewing the Control Panel ........................................ 3
Viewing the Connection Panel.................................. 4
Viewing the Remote Control .................................... 5
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control................ 6
Switching On and Off................................................ 6
Placing Your Television in Standby Mode ................ 6
Plug & Play .............................................................. 6
SETTING THE CHANNELS
Storing Channels Automatically................................ 7
Storing Channels Manually ...................................... 8
Editing the Channels ................................................ 8
SETTING THE PICTURE
Changing the Picture Standard ................................ 9
Adjusting the Custom Picture .................................. 9
Changing the Colour Tone........................................ 10
Resetting the Picture Settings to the
Factory Defaults........................................................ 10
Changing the Picture Size........................................ 10
Digital Noise Reduction / Dynamic Contrast ............ 11
Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) ........................ 11
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SETTING THE OTHERS
Choosing Your Language .................................... 14
Using the Energy Saving Feature ........................15
Setting the Blue Screen Mode /
Selecting the Melody .......................................... 15
Selecting the Source ............................................15
Editing the Input Source Names ..........................16
USING THE TELETEXT FEATURE
Teletext Decoder ..................................................16
Displaying the Teletext Information ......................17
Selecting a Specific Teletext Page ......................17
Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page ..............18
SETTING THE PC
Setting up Your PC Software
(Based on Windows XP) ......................................18
Display Modes ......................................................18
Setting the PC ......................................................19
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Troubleshooting:
Before Contacting Service Personnel ..................20
Technical and Environmental Specifications ......20
SETTING THE SOUND
Changing the Sound Standard ............................ 12
Adjusting the Sound Settings .............................. 12
Adjusting the Volume Automatically .................... 12
Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture............13
SETTING THE TIME
Setting and Displaying the Current Time..............13
Setting the Sleep Timer........................................ 13
Switching the Television
On and Off Automatically......................................14
Symbol Press Important Note One-Touch
Button
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CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV
List of Parts
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Remote Control &
Batteries (AAA x 2)
Owner’s Instructions
Warranty card / Service Network Card / Safety Guide / Registration Cards (Not available in all locations)
Warranty card
Installing the Stand
Power Cord Cover-Bottom Stand Screw X 4
Service Network Card
Safety Guide Registration Cards
M4 X L16
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1. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table.
2. Put the stand into the hole at the bottom of the TV.
3. Insert screw into the hole indicated and tighten.
Installing the Wall Mount Kit
Wall mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount the TV on the wall.
For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the 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.
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Viewing the Control Panel
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.
SOURCE
Toggles between all the available input sources
(TV, AV1, AV2, S-Video, Component1,
Component2, PC, DVI).
In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use
the
ENTER button on the remote control.
MENU
Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s
features.
Press to decrease or increase the volume.
In the on-screen menu, use the buttons
as you use the
control.
Press to change channels.
In the on-screen menu, use the buttons
as you use the
control.
and buttons on the remote
and buttons on the remote
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(HEADPHONE JACK)
Connect a set of external headphones to this jack
for private listening.
(POWER)
Press to turn the TV on and off.
POWER INDICATOR
Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights
up in stand-by mode.
SPEAKERS
REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
Viewing the Connection Panel
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 DVI
-Connect the DVI connector to the DVD connector.
-Connect the stereo audio cable (optional) to "R - AUDIO - L" on the rear of your set and the other ends to the corresponding
audio out connectors on the A/V device.
- DVI does not support PC function.
- This LCD TV displays the optimum picture in 720p mode.
Connecting Computer
-Connect the D- Sub cable (optional) to “PC (PC IN)” on the rear of your set and the other end to the
Video Card of your computer.
-Connect the stereo audio cable (optional) to “AUDIO (PC IN)” on the rear of your set and the other end to “Audio Out” of the
sound card on your computer.
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
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Connecting External A/V Devices
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Connect RCA (optional) or S-VIDEO cable (optional) to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder.
- Connect RCA audio cables (optional) to “R - AUDIO - L” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio
out connectors on the A/V device.
Connecting Component Devices (DTV/DVD)
-Connect component video cables (optional) to component connector (“PR”, “PB”, “Y”) on the rear of your set and the other
ends to corresponding component video out connectors on the DTV or DVD.
- If you wish to connect both the Set-Top Box and DTV (or DVD), you should connect the Set-Top Box to the DTV (or DVD)
and connect the DTV (or DVD) to component connector (“PR”, “PB”, “Y”) on your set.
-The PR, PB and Y connectors on your component devices (DTV or DVD) are sometimes labeled Y, B-Y and
R-Y or Y, Cb and Cr.
- Connect RCA audio cables (optional) to “R - AUDIO - L” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio
out connectors on the DTV or DVD.
- This LCD TV displays the optimum picture in 720p mode.
Kensington Lock
- The Kensington lock (optional) is a device used to physically fix the system when used in a public place.
- If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV.
Viewing the Remote Control
Television Standby button
Number buttons for direct
channel access
One/Two-digit channel selection
Volume increase
Volume decrease
Temporary sound switch-off
Displays the main on-screen menu
Sound mode selection
Sound effect selection
Press to automatically store
selected TV/cable channels
Use to store and delete
channels to/from memory
Picture freeze
Selects the TV mode directly
Previous channel
P: Next channel
P: Previous channel
Available source selection
Use to see information on the
current broadcast
Exit the on-screen menu
The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.
Control the cursor in the menu
Picture size selection
Picture effect selection
Picture-In-Picture On/Off
Automatic Power-off
Selects the PC mode directly
Teletext Functions
Teletext hold
Teletext display/mix both
teletext information and the
normal broadcast
Teletext index
Teletext store
Teletext sub page
Exit from the teletext display
P: Teletext next page
P: Teletext previous page
Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF)
Teletext reveal
Teletext cancel
Teletext size selection
Fastext topic selection
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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, dry place if you won’t be using the
remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from
the TV. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.)
If the remote control doesn’t work, check the following:
1. Is the TV power on?
2. Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed?
3. Are the batteries drained?
4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged?
5. Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby?
Switching On and Off
The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set.
1. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.
The standby indicator lights up on the front of the set.
2. Press the POWER button on the front of the set.
The programme that you were watching last is reselected automatically.
3. Press the numeric button (0~9) or channel up/down ( / ) button on the remote control or
button on the right side of the set.
When you switch the set on for the very first time, you will be asked to choose language in which the menus
are to be displayed.
4. To switch your set off, press the POWER button again.
Placing Your Television in Standby Mode
Your set can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. The standby mode
can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example).
1. Press the POWER button on the remote control.
The screen is turned off and a red standby indicator appears on the front of your set.
2. To switch your set back on, simply press the POWER , numeric buttons (0~9) or channel
up/down ( / ) button again.
Do not leave your set in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on holiday, for example).
It is best to unplug the set from the mains and aerial.
Plug & Play
When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed
automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available.
1. Press the POWER button on the remote control.
The message “Plug & Play” is displayed.
2. Select the appropriate language by pressing the or button.
Press the
ENTER button to confirm your choice.
3. The message “Check antenna input.” is displayed with “OK” selected.
Press the
ENTER button.
Please check that the antenna cable is connected correctly.
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