Samsung LE19R7 User Manual

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Owner’s Instructions

Before operating the unit,

please read this manual thoroughly,

and retain it for future reference.

ON-SCREEN MENUS

BN68-01074A-00

PC DISPLAY

TELETEXT

Precautions When Displaying a Still Image

A still 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.

CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV

List of Parts .............................................................. 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 ................................................ 9

Sorting the Stored Channels .................................... 9

Assigning Channels Names .................................... 10

Fine Tuning Channel Reception .............................. 10

SETTING THE PICTURE

Changing the Picture Standard ................................ 11

Adjusting the Custom Picture .................................. 11

Changing the Colour Tone........................................ 12

Changing the Picture Size........................................ 12

Adjusting the Colour Control ....................................13

Freezing the Picture ................................................ 13

SETTING THE SOUND

Changing the Sound Standard ............................ 14

Customizing the Sound ........................................14

Selecting the Sound mode ..................................14

Adjusting the Volume Automatically ....................15

SETTING THE TIME

Setting and Displaying the Current Time..............15

Setting the Sleep Timer........................................ 16

Switching the Television

On and Off Automatically......................................17

SETTING THE OTHERS

Choosing Your Language .................................... 17

Setting the Blue Screen Mode..............................18

Selecting the Source ............................................18

Editing the Input Source Names ..........................19

USING THE TELETEXT FEATURE

Teletext Decoder ..................................................19

Displaying the Teletext Information ......................20

Selecting a Specific Teletext Page ......................20

Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page ..............21

Storing Teletext Pages..........................................21

SETTING THE PC

Setting up Your PC Software

(Based on Windows XP) ......................................22

Display Modes ......................................................22

Setting the PC ......................................................23

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE

How to Adjust the Stand ......................................24

How to Adjust the Angle of the TV ......................24

Installing the Wall Mount Kit ................................ 24

Installing VESA compliant mounting devices ......24

Using the Decoration Covers .............................. 24

Troubleshooting:

Before Contacting Service Personnel ..................25

Technical and Environmental Specifications ......25

Warning! Important Safety Instructions

Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only)

Warranty Card

Symbol Press Important Note One-Touch

Button

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List of Features

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)

Registration Card

Power Cord Wall Mount kit Owner’s Instructions

Decoration Cover Cleaning Cloth

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Viewing the Control Panel

SOURCE

Toggles between all the available input sources (TV, Ext., AV, S-Video, PC, DVI). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the

ENTER button on the remote control.

Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features.

Press to increase or decrease the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the buttons as you use the

 and  buttons on the remote control.

Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the buttons as you use the on the remote control. (Without the Remote Control, You can turn on TV by using the Channel buttons.)

Speaker

(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.

Remote Control Sensor

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

 and  buttons

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Viewing the Connection Panel

The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.

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 to “R - AUDIO - L” on the rear of your set and the other end to “Audio Out” of the sound card on your DVD.

- DVI does not support PC function.

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 Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD

- Connect the VCR or DVD SCART cable (optional) 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.

Connecting External A/V Devices

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.

- Headphone may be connected to the headphone output ( ) on the rear of your set. While the headphone is connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.

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

Menu display and change

confirmation

Control the cursor in the menu

Sound mode selection

Picture effect selection

Sound effect selection

Use to see information on the

current broadcast

Available source selection

Previous channel

P: Next channel

P: Previous channel

Exit the on screen menu

Picture freeze

Picture size selection

Automatic Power-off

Selects the TV mode directly

Teletext Functions

Teletext hold

Teletext index

Teletext sub page

Teletext size selection

Teletext display/mix both teletext

information and the normal broadcast

Teletext reveal

Teletext mode selection(LIST/FLOF)

P: Teletext next page

P: Teletext previous page

Teletext cancel

Teletext store

Exit from the teletext display

Fastext topic selection

The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.

This is a special remote control for the visually impaired, and has Braille

points on the Power, Channel and Volume buttons.

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Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure.

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 button on the front of the set.

You also can press the POWER button or the TV ( ) button on the remote control to turn the TV on.

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 panel.

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 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 “Start Plug & Play” is displayed with “OK” selected. Press the

2. Select the appropriate language by pressing the  or  button. Press the

3. The message “Check antenna input.” is displayed with “OK” selected. Press the

ENTER button.

ENTER button to confirm your choice.

ENTER button.

Please check that the antenna or cable TV is connected correctly.

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4. Select the appropriate country by pressing the  or  button. Press the

5. The “Auto Store” menu is displayed with the “Start” selected. Press the

The channel search will start and end automatically. After all the available channels are stored, the “Clock Set” menu appears. Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

6. Press the ENTER button. Select the “Hour” or “Minute” by pressing the

Set the “Hour” or “Minute” by pressing the

You can also set the hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the

remote control.

7. Press the ENTER button to confirm your setting. The message “Enjoy your viewing.” is displayed.

 Language: Select your language.  Country: Select your country.  Auto Store: Automatically scans for and stores channels available in the local area.  Clock Set: Sets the current time for the TV clock.

If you want to reset this feature...

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the  or 

Press the ENTER

3. This message “Start Plug & Play” is displayed.

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.

1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button.

2. Press the ENTER button to select “Country”.

3. Select the appropriate country by pressing the  or  button.

Press the

4. Press the  or  button to select “Auto Store”, then press the ENTER button.

5. Press the ENTER button to select “Start”.

The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.

Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization

process and return to the “Channel” menu.

6. After all the available channels are stored, the “Sort” menu appears.

ENTER button to confirm your choice.

ENTER button.

 or 

 or 

button

to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

button

to select

“Plug & Play”

button.

 or  button to select “Channel”, then press the

ENTER button to confirm your choice.

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Samsung LE19R7 User Manual

Contents

List of Features

Viewing the Control Panel

Viewing the Connection Panel

Viewing the Remote Control

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

Switching On and Off

Placing Your Television in Standby Mode

Plug & Play

Storing Channels Automatically