Samsung LS15N13W, LS17N13W User Manual

LCD TV

LS15N13W LS17N13W

Owner’s Instructions

Before operating the unit,

please read this manual thoroughly,

and retain it for future reference.

ON-SCREEN MENUS

PC DISPLAY

PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP)

TELETEXT

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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

The

Samsung logo is the registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.;

Microsoft, Windows®and Windows®NT are registered trademark of Microsoft

Corporation; VESA, DPMS and DDC are registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standard Association. All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Plug and Play

The adoption of the new VESA®Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your set in a Plug and Play compatible system without the usual hassles and confusion. Your computer system can easily identify and configure itself for use with your set. Your set automatically tells the computer system its

Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so the computer system can automatically configure itself to use your set. If your PC system needs a monitor driver, install0 monitor driver contained on the accompanied CD according to the operating system your computer uses. For more information, refer to the driver installation instructions included with your CD package.

PowerSaver

This set is EPA ENERGY STAR®compliant and NUTEK compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. For energy conservation, turn your set Off when you are not using it or when leaving it unattended for long periods.

WARNING: TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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The main voltage is indicated on the rear of your set and the frequency is 50 or 60 Hz.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER, NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

The lightning flash and arrow head within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of “dangerous voltage” inside the product.

The exclamation point within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of important instructions accompanying the product.

Caution

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Safety Instructions

œ Do NOT expose the TV to extreme

temperature conditions or to extreme humidity conditions.

These illustrations represent precautions concerning your TV.

œ Do NOT expose the TV to any

liquids.

œ During a storm conditions (especially

when there is lightning) unplug the TV from the mains socket and aerial.

œ Always keep the power adaptor in a

well-ventilated area.

œ Keep the power adaptor away from

any other heater. Possible fire hazard.

Do NOT expose the TV to direct

sunlight.

√

If the TV is broken, do not try to

repair it yourself. Contact qualified

service personnel.

√

Keep all power adaptors apart.

Possible fire hazard.

√

Remove and discard the plastic

cover from the power adaptor before

use. Possible fire hazard.

√

If the remote control is not used for a

long period of time, remove the

batteries and store it in a cool, dry

place.

√

THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTS

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Contents

◆ FOREWORD

■

Caution .......................................................................................................... 2

■

Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 3

◆ CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV

■

Viewing the Control Panel.............................................................................. 6

■

Viewing the Connection Panel ....................................................................... 7

Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network ..................................... 8

Connecting DVD (or VCR).......................................................................... 8

Connecting DTV Set-Top Box ..................................................................... 8

Connecting Computer................................................................................. 8

Connecting External A/V Devices ............................................................... 9

Kensington Slot ........................................................................................... 9

■

Viewing Pictures From External Sources......................................................... 9

■

Attaching a Wall or Arm Mounting Device .................................................... 10

■

Installing VESA Compliant Mounting Device.................................................. 11

■

Viewing the Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)........................... 12

■

Viewing the Remote Control (Teletext Functions) ........................................... 13

■

Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control.................................................. 14

■

Switching On and Off .................................................................................... 14

■

Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control.................................................. 15

■

Plug and Play ................................................................................................. 16

■

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

◆ SETTING THE CHANNELS

■

Storing Channels Automatically...................................................................... 18

■

Storing Channels Manually............................................................................. 19

■

Giving Channels Names................................................................................. 20

■

Skipping Unwanted Channels ........................................................................ 21

■

Fine Tuning Channel Reception...................................................................... 22

■

Sorting the Stored Channels ........................................................................... 23

◆ USING THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS

■

Changing the Picture Standard ....................................................................... 24

■

Adjusting the Picture Settings ......................................................................... 24

■

Setting the Blue Screen................................................................................... 25

■

Selecting the Picture Format........................................................................... 25

■

Freezing the Current Picture........................................................................... 25

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Contents

◆ USING THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS

■

Changing the Sound Standard ........................................................................ 26

■

Adjusting the Sound Settings .......................................................................... 26

■

Enjoying the Dolby Sound.............................................................................. 27

■

Adjusting the Volume Automatically .............................................................. 27

■

Selecting the Melody Sound........................................................................... 28

■

Adjusting Your Headphone Preferences.......................................................... 28

■

Selecting the Sound Mode.............................................................................. 29

■

Setting the Sleep Timer................................................................................... 29

■

Setting and Displaying the Current Time ........................................................ 30

■

Switching the Television On and Off Automatically ....................................... 31

■

Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP)................................................................ 32

■

Selecting the PIP Sound.................................................................................. 33

◆ USING THE PC FUNCTIONS

■

Setting up Your PC Softerware (Based on Windows 98).................................. 34

■

Adjusting the Screen Quality.......................................................................... 35

■

Changing the Screen Position......................................................................... 35

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Adjusting the Screen Colour........................................................................... 36

■

Initializing the Screen Settings........................................................................ 36

◆ USING THE TELETEXT FEATURE

■

Teletext Feature .............................................................................................. 37

■

Displaying the Teletext Information ................................................................ 37

■

Selecting a Page by Number .......................................................................... 38

■

Using FLOF to Select a Page .......................................................................... 39

■

Storing Teletext Pages ..................................................................................... 39

◆ RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE

■

Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel ................................... 40

■

PowerSaver .................................................................................................... 41

■

Technical and Environmental Specifications ................................................... 42

■

Display Modes ............................................................................................... 43

■

Maintenance of Your Telelvision..................................................................... 43

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Press Important Note

Symbols

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Viewing the Control Panel

❶

SOURCE

Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, DVD(Component1), DTV(Component2), PC).

❷

Opens the OSD and selects the function.

❸

Moves the selector left or right on the OSD. Increases or decreases the level of audio volume and the values of the selected function.

❹

▼ CH ▲

Moves the selector up or down on the OSD. Increases or decreases the channel number. Switches on the television when it is in Standby mode.

❺

Power

Turns ON/OFF the TV.

❻

Speakers

❼

Remote control sensor

❽

Stand-by indicator

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Viewing the Connection Panel (continued)

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Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your television, ensure that all

elements are

switched off

. Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection

instructions and associated safety precautions.

Power Input/Output

Option

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Viewing the Connection Panel

❶ Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network

To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the television from one of the following sources:

- An outdoor aerial

- A cable television network

- A satellite network

❷ Connecting DVD (or VCR)

- Connect the RCA Cable to “AUDIO(L)” and “AUDIO(R)” on the rear of your television and the other end to “Audio Out” connector of the DVD (or VCR).

- Connect the RCA Cable to “Y”, “Pb”, and “Pr” on the rear of your television and the other end to “Video Out” connector of the DVD (or VCR).

❸ Connecting DTV Set-Top Box

- Connect the RCA Cable to “AUDIO(L)” and “AUDIO(R)” on the rear of your television and the other end to “Audio Out” connector of the DTV Set-Top Box.

- Connect the RCA Cable to “Y”, “Pb”, and “Pr” on the rear of your television and the other end to “Video Out” connector of the DTV Set-Top Box.

- If you wish to connect both the DTV Set-Top Box and DVD (or VCR), you should connect the DTV Set-Top Box to the DVD (or VCR) and connect the DVD (or VCR) to your television.

❹ Connecting Computer

- Connect the 15 Pin D-SUB connector to the PC video connector.

- Connect the stereo audio cable to ”Audio(ST)” on the rear of your television and the other end to “Audio Out” of the sound card on your computer.

➣

15 Pin D-SUB connector

Pin Separate H/V

1 Red (R) 2 Green (G) 3 Blue (B) 4 Grounding 5 Grounding (DDC) 6 Red (R) Grounding 7 Green (G) Grounding 8 Blue (B) Grounding

9 No connection 10 Sync Grounding 11 Grounding 12 Data (DDC) 13 Horizontal sync. 14 Vertical sync. 15 Clock (DDC)

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Viewing the Connection Panel

❺ Connecting External A/V Devices

- Connect RCA or S-VIDEO cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD, or Camcorder.

- Connect RCA audio cables to “AUDIO(L)” and “AUDIO(R)” on the rear of your television and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.

- Headphone may be connected to the headphone output (

❻

) on the rear of your television. While the

headphone is connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.

❼ Kensington Slot

- This television has been designed to apply a burglarproof lock.

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.

1 Check that all the necessary connections have been made (refer to

pages 8 and 9 for further details).

2 Switch your television on and if necessary, press the TV/VIDEO

button repeatedly. The input sources are displayed in the following order:

VIDEO-S-VIDEO-COMP1 (DVD) -COMP2 (DTV).

TV/VIDEOPCPC

DISPLA

STILL

.STD

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Retractable Stand

Tilt the screen until you feel comfortable. The maximum tilt angle is 15 degree to the backward direction. Please do not tilt the television other than specified range.

Excessive force to tilt the television other than specified range may give permanent damage to the mechanical part of the stand.

Power

TV/VIDEO

P.STD

DISPLA

Y STILL

S.STD

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Attaching a Wall or Arm Mounting Device

This television supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. To install any VESA mounting device, please follow the instructions given.

( A ) ( B )

1 Lay the television face-down on a flat surface with a cushion or other soft materials to protect the screen.

2 Remove all cable connected on the television.

3 Remove the four screws and then remove the Stand from the television.

4 Connect all cable you removed at step 2.

5 Now you are ready to install Wall/Arm mounting device depending on your applications.

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Installing VESA Compliant Mounting Device

Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with the four screws that came with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases.

Rear cover mounting pad

Mounting

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Viewing the Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)

➣

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

SLEEPDUDU

LIST/FLOF

CANCEL

SUBP

SOURCE

TTX/MIX

.DOLBY

PRE-CH

EXIT

MUTE

TV/VIDEOPCPC

DISPLA

STILL

.STD

LOCA

Numeric buttons for

direct channel access

Sound mode selection

Picture freeze

Interchange the main picture

and PIP

Picture size selection

Television On/Off

Available sources selection

One/Two-digit channel selection

Previous channel

Exit from the OSD

Temporary sound switch-off

Picture effect selection

Sound effect selection

Picture-In-Picture On/Off

Virtual Dolby menu display

Volume decrease

Next channel

Volume increase

Display the setting information

PC mode selection directly

Menu display and change confirmation

Previous channel

PIP input source selection

PIP channel selection

PIP location selection

Automatic switch-off

Power

TV/VIDEO

P.STD

DISPLA

MUTE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

-/--

TTX/MIX

SLEEP

P.SIZE SIZE SUBP

SWAP SOURCE

AL I/II LIST/FLOF

Y STILL

S.STD

PRE-CH

V.DOLBY

CANCEL

AGEGEPIP

LOCA

EXIT

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Viewing the Remote Control (Teletext Functions)

LIST/FLOF

CANCEL

SUBP

SOURCE

TTX/MIX

.DOLBY

PRE-CH

EXIT

MUTE

TV/VIDEOPCPC

DISPLA

STILL

LOCA

Teletext hold

Teletext reveal

Teletext display/

Mix both teletext information

and the norma l broadcast

Teletext store

Teletext previous page

Teletext mode selection (List or Flof)

Teletext cancel

Teletext next page

Programme selection by name

Teletext sub-page

Teletext size selection

Fastext topic selection

Power

TV/VIDEO

P.STD S.STD

DISPLA

Y STILL

MUTE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

-/--

TTX/MIX

PRE-CH

V.DOLBY

EXIT

SLEEP DUDUAL I/II LIST/FLOF

P.SIZE SIZE SUBP

SWAP SOURCE

AGEGEPIP

CANCEL

LOCA

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Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control

You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you:

◆

Purchase your television

◆

Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly

1 Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing the

symbol downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it.

2 Insert two R03, UM4, “AAA” 1.5V or equivalent batteries taking care to

respect the polarities:

◆+on the battery against +on the remote control

◆-on the battery against -on the remote control

3 Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote control

and pressing it back into place.

➣

Do not mix battery types, i.e. alkaline and monganese.

Switching On and Off

The mains lead is attached to the rear of your television.

1 Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.

Result

A green Standby indicator appears on the front of your television.

2 Press the POWER ( ) button.

Result

The screen is turned on and a green Standby indicator disappears on the front of your television.

Your television 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.

Result

The screen is turned off and a green Standby indicator appears on the front of your television.

2 To switch your

television

back on, simply press the POWER ()

button again.

➣

Do not leave your television in Standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on holiday, for example). Turn your television off by unplugging from the mains and aerial.

TV/VIDEOPCPC

DISPLA

STILL

.STD

Power

TV/VIDEO

P.STD

DISPLA

Y STILL

S.STD

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