Samsung LW32A23W Owner's Instructions Manual
Samsung LW32A23W Owner's Instructions Manual

Samsung LW32A23W Owner's Instructions Manual

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BN68-448D-03Eng
10/29/03 1:08 AM
Page 1
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
LCD TV
LW32A23W
LW40A23W

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  • Page 1 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:08 AM Owner’s Instructions PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) Page 1 LCD TV LW32A23W LW40A23W Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLAY TELETEXT...
  • Page 2: Caution

    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.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Page 3 Safety Instructions These illustrations represent precautions concerning your set. Do NOT expose your set to extreme temperature or humidity conditions. Do NOT expose your set to direct sunlight. Do NOT expose your set to any liquids. If your set is broken, do not try to repair it yourself.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM OREWORD Caution ... 2 Safety Instructions ... 3 ONNECTING AND Viewing the Control Panel ... 6 Viewing the Connection Panel... 7 - Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network ... 7 - Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD ... 7 - Connecting External A/V Devices ...
  • Page 5 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM ETTING THE OUND Setting the Dolby Digital Surround ... 32 Setting the Dolby Pro Logic II ... 34 Setting the External Digital Sound ... 35 Connecting Headphones... 36 Adjusting Your Headphone Preferences ... 36 Selecting the Sound Mode ... 37 ETTING THE Setting and Displaying the Current Time...
  • Page 6: Viewing The Control Panel

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Control Panel (Power) Press to turn the TV on and off. Power Indicator Lights up when you turn the power off. Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. TV/VIDEO Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, AV1, AV2, AV3,...
  • Page 7: Viewing The Connection Panel

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Connection Panel Power Input Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. 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...
  • Page 8: Connecting Component Devices (Dtv/Dvd)

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting Component Devices (DTV/DVD) - Connect component video cables to component connector (“Y”,“Pb”,“Pr”) 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 (“Y”,“Pb”,“Pr”) on your set.
  • Page 9: Connecting 5.1 Channel Speakers For Home Theater

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting 5.1 Channel Speakers For Home Theater Surround Speaker Main Speaker Main Speaker : When the speakers are separated from LCD TV Main Speaker : When the speakers are attached with LCD TV Mount the brackets on the speaker and your set.
  • Page 10: Viewing The Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Remote Control TELEVISION STANDBY BUTTON (Refer to page 13) TV MODE INFORMATION DISPLAY NUMERIC BUTTONS ONE/TWO-DIGIT CHANNEL SELECTION VOLUME INCREASE (Refer to page 29) TEMPORARY SOUND SWITCH OFF (Refer to page 29) VOLUME DECREASE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (Refer to page 14) CHANGE CONFIRMATION...
  • Page 11: Viewing The Remote Control (Teletext Functions)

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Remote Control TELETEXT DISPLAY/MIX TELETEXT INDEX TELETEXT HOLD TELETEXT CANCEL Teletext Function : Refer to page 46-48 for details Page 11 (Teletext Functions) POWER P.MODE SELECT -/-- PRE-CH VIDEO MUTE ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP...
  • Page 12: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Installing Batteries in the Remote Control English-12 Page 12 Side 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.
  • Page 13: Switching On And Off

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. If you have purchased this set in the United Kingdom, refer to page 59 for further instructions on plug wiring. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: The main voltage is indicated on the rear of your set and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz.
  • Page 14: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control POWER P.MODE SELECT -/-- PRE-CH VIDEO MUTE ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 English-14 Page 14 The remote control is used mainly to: Change channels and adjust the volume Set up your set using the on-screen menu system The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions.
  • Page 15: Plug And Play

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 ( ) button on the remote control.
  • Page 16: Choosing Your Language

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Plug and Play ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 Choosing Your Language ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 English-16 Page 16 If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. or ❷...
  • Page 17: Storing Channels Automatically

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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: Sorting The Stored Channels

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Sorting the Stored Channels ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 English-18 Page 18 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.
  • Page 19: Storing Channels Manually

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Storing Channels Manually You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: Whether or not to store each of the channels found The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify Press the MENU button.
  • Page 20 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Storing Channels Manually English-20 Page 20 (continued) If you know the number of the channel to be stored... or ❷ button to select Channel and then press the Press the or ❿ button. ENTER Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the or ❷...
  • Page 21: Editing The Channels

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Editing the Channels You can exclude the channels you chosen 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 22: Assigning Channels Names

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Assigning Channels Names ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 English-22 Page 22 Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel information is broadcast. These names can be changed, allowing you to assign new names. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.
  • Page 23: Fine Tuning Channel Reception

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Changing the Picture Standard POWER P.MODE SELECT Adjusting the Custom Picture English-24 Page 24 You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. or ❷...
  • Page 25: Changing The Colour Tone

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Changing the Colour Tone You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eye. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. or ❷ button to select Picture. Press the Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. or ❿...
  • Page 26: Freezing The Current Picture

    This function will not operate in the PC Mode. NT4.43 is not supported in the sub-display. Samsung’s New Technology brings you more detailed images with contrast and white enhancement. A new image compensation algorithm gives viewers brighter and clearer image.
  • Page 27: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) You can display a sub picture within the main picture of set program or video input. In this way you can watch or monitor set program or the video input from any connected equipment while watching set or other video input.
  • Page 28 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-28 Page 28 or ❷ button to select Position and then press the Press the or ❿ button. ENTER Select the position of sub picture by pressing the or ❿...
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Volume

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 30: Changing The Sound Standard

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Changing the Sound Standard STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 Adjusting the Sound Settings English-30 Page 30 You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.
  • Page 31: Listening To The Sound Of The Sub Picture

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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. or ❷ button to select Sound. Press the Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed.
  • Page 32: Setting The Dolby Digital Surround

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting the Dolby Digital Surround STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 English-32 Page 32 The following Dolby surround settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. Dolby Pro-Logic II On/Off. Dynamic range for adjusting the volume Dolby Pro-Logic II On/Off during night time viewing.
  • Page 33 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting the Dolby Digital Surround Select the speaker size(Front Left, Front Right:Small/Large) and select On or Off(Center, Rear Right, Rear Left and Sub Woofer) or ❷ button. by pressing the or ❿ button. Press the ENTER Press the MENU or ➛...
  • Page 34: Setting The Dolby Pro Logic Ii

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting the Dolby Pro Logic I I In case of “Pro Logic : On” Output Input (Source) Mono PCM Stereo (L/R) Mono Lo/Ro Dolby Digital Lt/Rt 5.1ch MPEG I (Stereo only) MPEG II In case of “Pro Logic : Off” Output Input (Source)
  • Page 35: Setting The External Digital Sound

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting the External Digital Sound You can enjoy Digital sound when the equipment with Digital output is connected to the television. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. or ❷ button to select Sound. Press the Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed.
  • Page 36: Connecting Headphones

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Connecting Headphones Adjusting Your Headphone Preferences English-36 Page 36 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 panel of the set.
  • Page 37: Selecting The Sound Mode

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Selecting the Sound Mode The “DUAL I-II” button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When power is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “Dual-I ” or “Stereo”, depending on the current transmission.
  • Page 38: Setting And Displaying The Current Time

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting and Displaying the Current Time P.MODE SELECT VIDEO MUTE ENTER English-38 Page 38 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.
  • Page 39: Setting The Sleep Timer

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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. or ❷ button to select Setup. Press the or ❿...
  • Page 40: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Switching the Television On and Off Automatically P.MODE SELECT VIDEO MUTE ENTER English-40 Page 40 You can set the On/Off timers so that the set will : Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select.
  • Page 41: Setting The Others Setting The Blue Screen Mode

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 42: Selecting A Device From External Sources

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Selecting a Device from External Sources VIDEO MUTE Viewing Pictures from External Sources -/-- PRE-CH VIDEO MUTE English-42 Page 42 Your set enables you to choose which audio/video signals are output to the external connector. Press the MENU button. or ❿...
  • Page 43: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Based On Windows 2000 Or 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.) Page 43 (Based on Widows 2000 or XP) First, click on “Settings”...
  • Page 44: Adjusting The Pc Screen Automatically

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-44 Page 44 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. Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode.
  • Page 45: Coarse And Fine Tuning Of The Image

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 46: Changing The Image Position

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Changing the Image Position BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A Initializing the Image Settings BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-46 Page 46 Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. This function does not work in DVI-Digital mode.
  • Page 47: Selecting The Dvi Mode

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Selecting the DVI mode You can select the DVI mode(DVI-Analog or DVI-Digital)according to the pc input source(video board, video card or graphics card) Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 48: Using The Teletext Feature Teletext Decoder

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Teletext Decoder Displaying the Teletext Information VIDEO MUTE ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-48 Page 48 Most set channels carry “teletext”, pages of written information that provide information such as: Television programme times News bulletins and Weather forecasts...
  • Page 49: Selecting A Specific Teletext Page

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 50: Using Flof To Select A Teletext Page

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Using FLOF to Select a Teletext Page VIDEO MUTE ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-50 Page 50 The various topics included in the teletext pages are color-coded, and can be selected by pressing the colored buttons on the remote control.
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel

    10/29/03 1:09 AM 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.
  • Page 52: Installing Stand

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Installing Stand Lower the TV set in the direction of the arrow (at a right angle) and fix the stand. Use the four screws to tightly fix the stand. Maintenance of Your LCD TV WARNING: To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the TV cabinet. Users cannot service the TV.
  • Page 53: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 54: How To Install The Wall Bracket

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM How to Install the Wall Bracket Wall bracket 1 Wall bracket plate 2 Assembly hinges (Make sure they are a left/right pair.) Please adjust the angle of the bracket to 0 degrees before you fix it to the wall. Make sure you put the right hinge to the right side of the bracket and vice versa.
  • Page 55 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM How to Install the Wall Bracket How to Attach the LCD TV to the Bracket The LCD TV in the picture may not look exactly like yours. (You assemble the plastic screw anchors and the screws the same way regardless of the model of your TV.) Assemble the plastic screw anchors and the screws.
  • Page 56: Technical And Environmental Specifications

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name Panel Size Display Size Type Pixel Pitch Viewing Angle Frequency Horizontal Vertical Display Colour Display Resolution Maximum Mode Input Signal Sync. Video Signal Colour System Sound System Video Colour System Video System Scart 1 Video Input/Output...
  • Page 57: Display Mode (Pc/Dvi)

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Environmental Considerations Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity Audio Characteristics Audio Input Audio Input (PC) Headphone Output Frequency Response Display Mode (PC/DVI) Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The table below shows all of the display modes that are supported: Mode Resolution...
  • Page 58: Pin Configurations

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Pin Configurations DVI connector Description Rx 2- Rx 2+ Grounding No connection No connection DDC Clock (SCL) DDC Data (SDA) Analog Vertical Sync Rx 1- Rx 1+ Grounding No connection No connection DDC Input Power (+5V) Self-Raster English-58 Page 58...
  • Page 59: Wiring The Mains Power Supply Plug (Uk Only)

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM 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 60: Setting Up Your Remote Control

    BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting Up Your Remote Control POWER P.MODE SELECT -/-- PRE-CH VIDEO MUTE ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-60 Page 60 After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in four different modes: TV, VCR, Cable, or DVD.
  • Page 61 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting Up Your Remote Control Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Cable Box Turn off your cable box. Press the SELECT button and make sure that the Cable LED is illuminated. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the cable box code listed on page 63 of this manual for your brand of cable box.
  • Page 62 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Setting Up Your Remote Control POWER P.MODE SELECT -/-- PRE-CH VIDEO MUTE ENTER STILL S.MODE DUAL I-II SURROUND BN59-00373 P.SIZE SLEEP DNIe SWAP STOP PLAY/PAUSE RESET BN59-00373A English-62 Page 62 Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Turn off your DVD.
  • Page 63: Remote Control Codes

    General Instrument 012,013,023,031,032, 033,038,044,075,076,077 011,012,020,021,042,056 Hamlin Hitachi 045,051,054 012,013,023,031,032,033,038,044,054,070,073 Jerrold Macom 045,051 Magnavox 015,016,027,029,034,036,037,040,041,048,049 DVD Codes Philips Proscan Toshiba Panasonic Sony Samsung Page 63 001,002,007 Samsung Lloyd Sansui Logik Sanyo Scott 017,038,062,065 Magnavox Sears Marantz 011,017,023,025,038,039,055,070 Sharp Marta Shintom Signature Memorex...
  • Page 64 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Page 64 Memo English-64...
  • Page 65 BN68-448D-03Eng 10/29/03 1:09 AM Page 65 - 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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