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Samsung LE23R41B Owner's Instructions Manual

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- AFTER SALES SERVICE
- Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agent if a
change in the performance of your product indicates that a
faulty condition may be present.
ELECTRONICS
BN68-00882G-00
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
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
Register your product at
www.samsung.com/global/register
LCD TV
LE23R51B
LE23R41B

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  • Page 1 This device is a Class B digital apparatus. LCD TV LE23R51B LE23R41B 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 Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
  • Page 2 Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Digital Ready TV: When you select the regular screen (4:3) mode to watch an SD-grade digital broadcast (and the set-top box output is 480p). •...
  • Page 3 • Integrated Digital TV (Wide-screen): When the TV receives SD-grade (regular) broadcasting signals (receives 480p regular signals). • Digital Ready TV (wide-screen): digital TV: When the TV receives SD-grade (regular) broadcasting signals (with a set-top box). • When you watch an analog (regular) broadcast on a wide-screen TV (with the 4:3 screen mode selected).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ONNECTING AND REPARING Viewing the Control Panel ... 4 Viewing the Connection Panel... 5 - Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network ... 6 - Connecting Component Devices (DTV/DVD) ... 6 - Connecting External A/V Devices ... 6 - SERVICE ... 6 - Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD ...
  • Page 5 Contents ETTING THE OUND Setting the TruSurround XT (SRS TSXT) ... 36 Adjusting the Volume Automatically... 37 Connecting Headphones ... 38 Selecting the Internal Mute ... 38 Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture... 39 ETTING THE Setting and Displaying the Current Time... 40 Setting the Sleep Timer ...

  • Page 6: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control Panel < LE23R51B > < LE23R41B > SOURCE Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, Ext. 1, Ext. 2, AV, S-Video, Component, PC). You can also use the SOURCE button on the TV’s control panel to make selections.

  • Page 7: Viewing The Connection Panel

    Viewing the Connection Panel Power Input Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. English-5...

  • Page 8: Connecting An Aerial Or Cable Television Network

    Viewing the Connection Panel 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 Connecting Component Devices (DTV/DVD) - Connect component video cables 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.

  • Page 9: Connecting Computer

    Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting Computer Connect the D- Sub cable 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 to “AUDIO (PC IN)” on the rear of your set and the other end to “Audio Out”...

  • Page 10: Viewing The Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)

    Viewing the Remote Control Television Standby button (Refer to page 11) Number buttons for direct channel access Selects the TV mode directly Temporary sound switch-off (Refer to page 34) -Volume increase -Volume decrease (Refer to page 33) Automatic Power-off (Refer to page 41) Menu display and change confirmation (Refer to page 12)

  • Page 11: Viewing The Remote Control (Teletext Functions)

    Viewing the Remote Control Exit from the teletext display Teletext sub page Teletext index Teletext cancel Teletext display/mix both teletext information and the normal broadcast Teletext Function : Refer to pages 52-54 for details (Teletext Functions) Teletext hold : Teletext next page : Teletext previous page Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF)

  • Page 12: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control English-10 Slide the cover out completely. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 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.

  • Page 13: Switching On And Off

    Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. If you purchased this set in the United Kingdom, refer to page 63 for further instructions on plug wiring. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: The standby indicator lights up on the front panel.

  • Page 14: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control

    Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control The remote control is used mainly to: The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions. Button MUTE MENU EXIT ENTER English-12 Change channels and adjust the volume. Set up your set using the on-screen menu system. Viewing Function Used to display the next stored channel.

  • Page 15: Plug And Play

    Plug and Play When the set is initially powered ON, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. If the set is in standby mode, press the POWER remote control. Result: The message Start Plug & Play. is displayed. It appears for a little while, and then the Language menu is automatically displayed.

  • Page 16: Choosing Your Language

    Plug and Play If you want to reset this feature... Choosing Your Language When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications. English-14 Press the MENU button.

  • Page 17: 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.

  • Page 18: Storing Channels Manually

    Storing Channels Manually You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: English-16 Whether or not to store each of the channels found. The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify.
  • Page 19 Storing Channels Manually If you know the number of the channel to be stored, Press the button to select Channel and then press the ENTER button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the button. Press the button to select channel.

  • Page 20: Editing The Channels

    Editing the Channels You can exclude the channels you chose from the channels you scanned. When you scan through the stored channels, those you have chosen to skip are not displayed. All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed during scanning.

  • Page 21: Sorting The Stored Channels

    Sorting the Stored Channels You can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to: Modify the numeric order in which the channels have been automatically stored. Give easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch most often. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 22: Assigning Channels Names

    Assigning Channels Names Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel information is broadcast. These names can be changed, allowing you to assign new names. English-20 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Channel. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 23: Fine Tuning Channel Reception

    Fine Tuning Channel Reception If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine-tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If however, the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine-tune the channel manually.

  • Page 24: Setting The Picture Changing The Picture Standard

    Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. English-22 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Custom Picture

    Adjusting the Custom Picture Your set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.

  • Page 26: Changing The Colour Tone

    Changing the Colour Tone You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eye. Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults You can return to the factory defaults picture settings. English-24 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture.

  • Page 27: Changing The Picture Size

    Changing the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.

  • Page 28: Using The Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction) Feature

    Using the Digital NR (Digital Noise Reduction) Feature If the signal received by your television is weak, you can activate this feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. English-26 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 29: Dnie (Digital Natural Image Engine)

    DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) 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 30: My Colour Control

    My Colour Control My Colour Control is to adust the most preferred colours such as Blue, Green, Pink without interfering with other colours in order for each consumer to enjoy screen colour of its choice. English-28 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 31: Dynamic Contrast

    Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.

  • Page 32: Brightness Sensor

    Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor is to adjust brightness of screen either automatically or manually by detecting brightness of surrounding environment using light detecting sensor. English-30 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.

  • Page 33: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Viewing the Picture In Picture (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 whiling watching the main picture.
  • Page 34 Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) [Sub: TV] English-32 Press the button to select Position and then press the ENTER button. Select the position of the sub picture by pressing the and then press the ENTER Result: You can move the sub picture. Press the button to select Programme and then press the ENTER...

  • Page 35: Setting The Sound Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using your remote control. Press the button to increase the volume. Result: A horizontal bar is displayed and the volume increases until you release the button. The cursor moves to the right to indicate the volume.

  • Page 36: Switching The Sound Off Temporarily

    Switching the Sound Off Temporarily You can switch the sound off temporarily. Example: You wish to answer the telephone. Selecting the Sound Mode You can set the sound mode by pressing the "DUAL" button. When you press it, the current sound mode is displayed on the screen. Stereo NICAM Stereo...

  • Page 37: Changing The Sound Standard

    Changing the Sound Standard You can select the type of the special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 38: Setting The Trusurround Xt (Srs Tsxt)

    Setting the TruSurround XT (SRS TSXT) TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling,virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Volume Automatically

    Adjusting the Volume Automatically 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 let you 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 40: Connecting Headphones

    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. Plug a set of headphones into the 3.5mm mini-jack socket on the rear panel of the set.

  • Page 41: Listening To The Sound Of The Sub Picture

    Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture During the PIP feature is activating, you can listen to the sound of the sub picture. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed.

  • Page 42: Setting And Displaying The Current Time

    Setting and Displaying the Current Time You can set the TV’s clock so that the current time is displayed when you press the INFO button. You must also set the time if you wish to use the automatic On/Off timers. English-40 If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again.

  • Page 43: Setting The Sleep Timer

    Setting the Sleep Timer 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. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 44: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically

    Switching the Television On and Off Automatically You can set the On/Off timers so that the set will: English-42 Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select. Switch off automatically at the time you select. The first step is to set the television’s clock (refer to “Setting and Displaying the Current Time”...

  • Page 45: Activating The Child Lock

    Activating the Child Lock 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 lower-right panel. Only the remote control can release the Child Lock setting, so keep the remote control away from children.

  • Page 46: Setting The Others Setting The Blue Screen Mode

    Setting the Blue Screen Mode 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" mode to "Off". Selecting the Melody You can hear melody sound when the television is powered on or off.

  • Page 47: Selecting A Device From External Sources

    Selecting a Device from External Sources Your set enables you to choose which audio/video signals are output to the external connector. Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select Input. Result: The options available in the Input group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 48: Viewing Pictures From External Sources

    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. English-46 Check that all the necessary connections have been made. Press the SOURCE button. Result: The edited device and audio status are displayed on top- left of the set.

  • Page 49: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Based On Windows Xp)

    PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. But 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.) 1024 Based on Windows XP First, click on “Control Panel”...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Pc Screen Automatically

    Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically Auto adjustment allows the PC screen of set to self-adjust to the incoming PC video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. English-48 Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 51: Coarse And Fine Tuning Of The Image

    Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image 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 52: Changing The Image Position

    Changing the Image Position English-50 Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the button to select PC.

  • Page 53: Initializing The Image Settings

    Initializing the Image Settings You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 54: Using The Teletext Feature Teletext Decoder

    Teletext Decoder Most set channels carry “ teletext ”, pages of written information that provide information such as: The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Displaying the Teletext Information You can display teletext information at any time, but signal reception must be good.

  • Page 55: Selecting A Specific Teletext Page

    Selecting a Specific 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. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.

  • Page 56: Using Fastext To Select A Teletext Page

    Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page The various topics included in the teletext pages are colour-coded, and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons on the remote control. English-54 Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX ( ) button.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel

    Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel Before contacting Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of your set and contact your local dealer. No sound or picture...

  • Page 58: Installing The Wall Mount Kit

    Installing the Wall Mount Kit 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. Components (Sold separately) Wall-Bracket M4 X L20 Wood Screw: 4EA How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket Mark the location on the wall where the hole will be drilled.
  • Page 59 Installing the Wall Mount Kit How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket Turn the power off and unplug the power cord from the outlet. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion on a table. Remove the four screws from the back of the TV. Separate the stand from the TV.

  • Page 60: Installing The Stand

    Installing the Stand < 1 > Lower the TV set in the direction of the arrow and fix the stand. Use the four screws to tightly fix the stand. English-58 < 2 >...

  • Page 61: 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 62: Technical And Environmental Specifications

    Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name Panel Size Display Size Type Pixel Pitch Viewing Angle Resolution Frequency Horizontal Vertical Display Colour PC Resolution Maximum Optimum Input Signal Sync. Video Signal Colour System PAL, SECAM-B/G, D/K, I, I/I, L/L' Sound System Video Colour System Video System...

  • Page 63: Display Mode (Pc)

    Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name Weight With stand Environmental Considerations Operating Temperature 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) Operating Humidity 10% to 80%, non-condensing Storage Temperature -20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F) Storage Humidity Audio Characteristics Audio Input RCA Jack(L, R), 0.5 Vrms(-9dB) Audio Input (PC) 3.5Ø...

  • Page 64: Pin Configurations

    Pin Configurations SCART Connector Signal Audio output R Audio input R Audio output L Audio chassis return Video chassis return (RGB blue) Audio input L RGB blue input Switching voltage Video chassis return (RGB green) AV-Link (Ext 1) RGB green input PC Input Connector (15Pin) Signal Red (R)

  • Page 65: Wiring The Mains Power Supply Plug (Uk Only)

    Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only) IMPORTANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used.
  • Page 66 - AFTER SALES SERVICE - Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agent if a change in the performance of your product indicates that a faulty condition may be present. ELECTRONICS...

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