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- Page 1 00.cover_en 12/5/02 10:14 AM Page 1 LTM225W TFT-LCD TELEVISION Samsung Electronics America Inc. 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 SERVICE DIVISION TEL: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) www.samsungusa.com Owner’s Instructions BN68-00349A-04...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
01.INSIDE FRONT COVER_EN 2/4/03 11:44 PM Warning! Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
2/4/03 11:44 PM Thank You for Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung TV represents the latest in television technology. We designed it with easy-to-use on-screen menus and closed captioning capabilities, making it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offer you a product that will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come. - Page 4 02.PREFACE_EN 2/4/03 11:44 PM • Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they won’t be walked on or pinched by objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. •...
- Page 5 02.PREFACE_EN 2/4/03 11:44 PM • Keep all power adapters apart. ->Possible fire hazard. • Keep power adapter away from any other heat source. ->Possible fire hazard. • Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adapter before use. ->Possible fire hazard. •...
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Page 6: Fcc Information
FCC compliance for the product. The party responsible for product compliance: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 85 West Tasman Drive Irvine, CA 95134 USA AFETY Page 1 Provided with this monitor is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
04.CONTENTS_EN 4/24/03 9:22 PM O N T E N T S Chapter 1: Your New TV ....1.1 Chapter 2: Installation ....2.1 Chapter 3: Operation . - Page 8 04.CONTENTS_EN 4/24/03 9:22 PM O N T E N T S Chapter 4: Special Features ... .4.1 Chapter 5: PC Display ....5.1 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting .
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Page 9: List Of Features
05.CHAPTER1_EN 2/18/03 3:33 AM C h a p t e r O n e O U R List of Features Your TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance unit that includes the following special features: •... -
Page 10: Front Panel Buttons
05.CHAPTER1_EN 2/4/03 11:46 PM O U R Familiarizing Yourself with The TV Front Panel Buttons The buttons on the front panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. Power Press to turn the TV on and off. -
Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks
05.CHAPTER1_EN 2/4/03 11:46 PM O U R Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 – 2.9. DC POWER INPUT VIDEO/AUDIO IN jack Used to connect a video/audio signal from a... -
Page 12: Remote Control
TV. POWER Turns the TV on and off. MODE Selects a target device to controlled by the Samsung remote control (TV, VCR, Cable box or DVD). VOL +, VOL - Press to increase or decrease the volume. -
Page 13: Dolby Virtual
05.CHAPTER1_EN 2/4/03 11:46 PM O U R Convenient Buttons +100 Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “+100”, then press “2” and “1”. COMPONENT Press to switch to the COMPONENT mode. PC/DVI Press to switch to the PC mode. Menu adjustment and Video or DVD adjustment button... -
Page 14: Chapter 2: Installation
06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM C h a p t e r Tw o N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads”, below. -
Page 15: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads
06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Plug the antenna lead into the TV ANTENNA terminal on the bottom of the back panel. Separate VHF and UHF Antennas If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. -
Page 16: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels .2.3
06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels Find the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA OUT terminal on your cable box. Connect the other end of this cable to the TV ANTENNA terminal on the back of the TV. - Page 17 06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B–IN terminal on the A/B switch. Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch.
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Page 18: Connecting A Vcr
06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 2.1-2.3). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. -
Page 19: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr
N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting an S-VHS VCR Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.) To begin, follow steps 1–3 in the... -
Page 20: Connecting A Dvd Player
06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connect a set of audio cables between the L, R AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV and... -
Page 21: Connecting A Pc
06.CHAPTER2_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a PC Note: This figure shows the Standard Connector-jack panel. The actual configuration on your TV may be different, depending on the model. DVI-D TV rear panel D-SUB TV rear panel •... -
Page 22: Connecting To A Sub-Woofer
06.CHAPTER2_EN 4/24/03 9:24 PM N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Sub-woofer. Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the cover out completely. Install two AA size batteries. Replace the cover. HAPTER NSTALLATION Page 9 Connect an audio cable between the INPUT jack on an active (powered) Sub woofer and the... -
Page 23: Chapter 3: Operation
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM C h a p t e r T h r e e P E R AT I O N Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button. You can also use the Power button on the front panel. Plug &... - Page 24 07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Press the LEFT/RIGHT button to select the desired video signal source. Press the MENU button to enter the video signal source, and then the “Ant Input check” is automatically displayed. Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV.
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Page 25: Viewing The Menus And On-Screen Displays
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Viewing the Menus With the power on, press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen. Its left side has five icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, Function and PC. -
Page 26: Selecting A Menu Language
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM Page 4 P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Function”, then press the RIGHT button. Press the DOWN button to select Language. -
Page 27: Memorizing The Channels
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH buttons to scan through the channels. -
Page 28: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) First, select the correct signal source (ANT, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~2 on previous page. Press the MENU button. Press the DOWN button to select “Channel”, then press the RIGHT... -
Page 29: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that will be added or erased. Press the ADD/ERASE button. Repeatedly pressing this button will alternate between “Added” and “Erased.” You can view any channel (including an erased channel) by using the number buttons on the remote control. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Volume
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL +/– buttons to increase or decrease the volume. Using Mute At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button. Press MUTE and the sound cuts off. -
Page 31: Setting The Clock
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press DISPLAY.) Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. -
Page 32: Customizing The Picture
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, sharpness, color and tint according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 33: Using Automatic Picture Settings
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has two automatic picture settings (“Standard”, “Mild” and “Dynamic”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Standard, Mild or Dynamic by pressing P.MODE (or by making a selection from the menu). -
Page 34: Customizing The Sound
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 35: Using Automatic Sound Settings
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has four automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie” and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by pressing the S.MODE button (or by making a selection from the on-screen menu). -
Page 36: Viewing A Vcr Or Camcorder Tape
07.CHAPTER3_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E R AT I O N Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Channel”, then press... - Page 37 08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM C h a p t e r F o u r P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting Up Your Remote Control After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in four different modes: TV, VCR, Cable, or DVD.
- Page 38 08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Cable Box Note on Using Remote Control Modes: Cable Box When your remote control is in “Cable Box” mode, the volume buttons still control your TV’s volume. HAPTER PECIAL EATURES Page 2 Turn off your cable box.
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Page 39: Chapter 4: Special Features
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Note on Using Remote Control Modes: DVD When your remote control is in “DVD” mode, the volume buttons still control your TV’s volume. Page 3 Turn off your DVD. -
Page 40: Remote Control Codes
General Instrument 012,013,023,031,032, 033,038,044,075,076,077 011,012,020,021,042,056 Hamlin Hitachi 045,051,054 Jerrold 012,013,023,031,032,033,038,044,054,070,073 Macom Magnavox 015,016,027,029,034,036,037,040,041,048,049 DVD Codes Philips Proscan Toshiba Panasonic Sony Samsung HAPTER PECIAL EATURES Page 4 015,088 001,002,007 Lloyd 022,025 Logik Magnavox 017,038,062,065 017,062 Marantz 011,017,023,025,038,039,055,070 Marta 016,021 Memorex Midland... -
Page 41: Fine Tuning Channels
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Select the appropriate channel. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button twice to select “Channel”, then press... -
Page 42: Lna (Low Noise Amplifier)
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 43: Setting The Blue Screen Mode
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S 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”... -
Page 44: Changing The Screen Size
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Changing the Screen Size Press the P.SIZE button to change the screen size. • Wide: Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. • Panorama : Use this mode for the wide aspect ratio of a panoramic picture. •... -
Page 45: Special Sound Options
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Special Sound Options Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or weather.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 46: Auto Volume
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and it is inconvenient to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto volume” automatically adjusts 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 47: Virtual Dolby
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Virtual Dolby This feature allows the TV’s L/R speakers to provide a home Theater-like Dolby effect. The center and surround sounds are mixed into the L/R speakers. Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 48: Adjusting The Headphone Sound
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Adjusting the Headphone Sound The headphone option is especially useful when simultaneously watching the main screen and the PIP window. Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 49: Selecting The Sound
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Selecting the Sound You can select either Main or Sub when PIP is On. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Sound”, then press the RIGHT... -
Page 50: Setting The On/Off Timer
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting the On/Off Timer Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the DOWN button three times to select “Function”, then press the RIGHT button. - Page 51 08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Press the RIGHT button to select “On/Off”. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to on-timer “On”. (Repeatedly pressing the UP/DOWN buttons will alternate between on and off.) When finished, press the RIGHT button.
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Page 52: Viewing Closed Captions
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. -
Page 53: Viewing Picture-In-Picture
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:34 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing Picture-in-Picture This product has one tuner built-in, which does not allow PIP to function in the same mode. Please see 'PIP Settings' below for details. You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously watch two video sources. -
Page 54: Selecting A Signal Source (External A/V) For Pip
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP Press the TV/VIDEO(PIP) button repeatedly to cycle through all of the available signal sources: “TV”, “Video”, “S-Video”, “Component 1” and “Component 2”. Swapping the Contents of the PIP image and Main image When you press the SWAP button, the image in the PIP window will appear on the main... -
Page 55: Using The V-Chip
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. -
Page 56: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Note: V-Chip cannot be used during PIP operation. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “Function”, then press the RIGHT... - Page 57 08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Press the DOWN button to select “V-chip”, then press the RIGHT button. The “Enter pin” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number. Press the DOWN button, to select “TV Guidelines”, then press the RIGHT...
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Page 58: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to set the FV, D, L, S and V sub-ratings. First, highlight one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA (See Step 4, on previous page). Next, while the TV-Rating is selected, repeatedly press the RIGHT This will cycle through the available sub-ratings (FV,L, S, D or V). -
Page 59: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ("Emergency Escape")
08.CHAPTER4_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM P E C I A L E AT U R E S Press the DOWN button to select “MPAA rating”, then press the RIGHT button. Repeatedly press the DOWN button to select a particular MPAA category. (When a category is selected, its color changes to blue.) Pressing the... -
Page 60: Using Your Tv As A Computer (Pc) Display
PC will probably look different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in most cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) HAPTER ISPLAY Page 1 First, click on “Settings”... -
Page 61: Adjusting The Screen Quality
09.CHAPTER5_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM PC D I S P L AY Adjusting the Screen Quality The purpose of the picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning alone, then do the frequency adjustments to the utmost and fine tune again. -
Page 62: Changing The Screen Position
09.CHAPTER5_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM PC D I S P L AY Changing the Screen Position Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “PC”, then press the RIGHT button. -
Page 63: Changing The Screen Color Standard
09.CHAPTER5_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM PC D I S P L AY Changing the Screen Color Standard Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “PC”, then press the RIGHT... -
Page 64: Adjusting The Screen Color Settings
09.CHAPTER5_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM PC D I S P L AY Adjusting the Screen Color Settings Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the DOWN button to select “PC”, then press the RIGHT... -
Page 65: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
R O U B L E S H O O T I N G If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center. Identifying Problems... - Page 66 10.CHAPTER6_EN 2/5/03 12:35 AM R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Problem “Not Supported Mode!” message. The image is too light or too dark. Horizontal bars appear to flicker, jitter or shimmer on the image.
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Page 67: Appendix
11.APPENDIX_EN 2/5/03 12:36 AM P P E N D I X Display Modes If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system doesn’t equal the standard signal mode, adjust the mode by referring to your Videocard user guide;... -
Page 68: Installing Vesa Compliant Mounting Devices
11.APPENDIX_EN 2/5/03 12:36 AM P P E N D I X Installing VESA compliant mounting devices Refer to page A.3 to remove the base. Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with the four screws that come with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases. -
Page 69: Attaching A Wall Or Arm Mounting Device
11.APPENDIX_EN 2/5/03 12:36 AM P P E N D I X Attaching a Wall or Arm mounting device The TV supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. To install any VESA mounting device, please follow the instructions given. Remove all cables connected on the TV. -
Page 70: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
11.APPENDIX_EN 2/5/03 12:36 AM P P E N D I X 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 71: Pin Assignments
11.APPENDIX_EN 2/5/03 12:36 AM P P E N D I X Pin Assignments Pin DVI Connection Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV With proper care, your TV unit will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Placement •... -
Page 72: Specifications
11.APPENDIX_EN 2/5/03 12:36 AM P P E N D I X Specifications Panel *Frequency Display Resolution Input Signal Video Component Power Supply Power Consumption Dimensions / Weight Environmental Considerations Audio Characteristics * Referring to Display Modes, page A.1. PPENDIX Page 6 Model Name Size 22.0 inch Diagonal...