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Samsung LW15M23C 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
BN68-00633D-03
Owner's Instructions
Before operating the unit,
please read this manual thoroughly,
and retain it for future reference.
ON-SCREEN MENUS
PC DISPLAY
TELETEXT
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
LCD TV
LW15M23C
LW17M24C
LW20M21C
LW20M22C

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  • Page 1 LCD TV LW15M23C LW17M24C - AFTER SALES SERVICE LW20M21C LW20M22C - 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. Owner’s Instructions...
  • Page 2 LCD TV LW15M23C LW17M24C LW20M21C LW20M22C Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLAY TELETEXT...

  • Page 3: Precautions When Using The Still Image

    Precautions When Using the Still Image The still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Digital Ready TV: When you Although digital broadcasting must be in the select the regular screen (4:3) wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters mode to watch an SD-grade sometimes show programs made originally digital broadcast (and the set-top...
  • Page 4 • Integrated Digital TV Although digital broadcasting must be in the (Wide-screen): When the TV wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters receives SD-grade (regular) sometimes show programs made originally broadcasting signals (receives in the regular screen format (4:3) by 480p regular signals). converting the signals into digital form, in which case the left and right side edges of •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents ONNECTING AND REPARING Viewing the Control Panel ................Viewing the Connection Panel ..............- Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network........- Connecting a Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD ..........- Connecting a Computer ................- Connecting External A/V Devices .............. - Connecting Headphones ................
  • Page 6 Display Modes....................Retractable Stand..................Using Your TV in Another Country ..............Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock ............Installing VESA compliant mounting devices ..........Installing the Wall Mount Kit ........(LW15M23C/LW17M24C) Installing the Wall Mount Kit ........(LW20M21C/LW20M22C) Symbols Press Important...

  • Page 7: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control Panel POWER SOURCE Turns ON/OFF your set. Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV - AV1 - AV2 - S-Video - PC). HEADPHONE You can also use the SOURCE( button on the TV’s control panel to make selections.

  • Page 8: Viewing The Connection Panel

    01-BN68-00633D-04Eng.qxd 7/25/04 3:14 PM Page 5 Viewing the Connection Panel < LW17M24C > < LW15M23C / LW20M21C / LW20M22C > Power Input Power Input Option SCART Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off.

  • Page 9: Connecting An Aerial Or Cable Television Network

    Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network (depending on the model) 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 a Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD - Connect the VCR, or DVD SCART cable to the SCART connector of the VCR, or DVD.

  • Page 10: Connecting External A/V Devices

    Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting External A/V Devices - Connect RCA or S-VIDEO cables to an appropriate external A/V device such as a VCR, DVD or Camcorder. - Connect RCA audio cables to “(MONO)L-AUDIO-R” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.

  • Page 11: 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. Check that all the necessary connections have been made (refer to pages 6 and 7 for further details). Press the TV button to choose TV mode.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Batteries In The Remote Control

    Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: Purchase your set Find that the remote control is no longer operating correctly Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing the symbol downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it.

  • Page 13: Viewing The Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)

    Viewing the Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext) Television On/Off Numeric buttons for direct channel access One/Two-digit channel Previous channel selection -Next channel -Previous channel Temporary sound switch-off Available source selection Volume up or down Use to see information on the current broadcast.

  • Page 14: Viewing The Remote Control (Teletext Functions)

    Viewing the Remote Control (Teletext Functions) Teletext hold : Teletext next page : Teletext previous page Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF) Exit from the teletext display Teletext reveal Teletext index Teletext sub page Teletext store Teletext display/mix both teletext information Teletext size selection and the normal broadcast Fastext topic selection English-11...

  • Page 15: Switching On And Off

    Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: When the power cord is plugged in, the LED turns red. Press the POWER button to switch on. To switch off, press the POWER button again.

  • Page 16: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control

    01-BN68-00633C-00Eng.qxd 4/18/04 7:35 AM Page 13 Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control 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 17: Plug & Play

    Plug & Play When the set is initially powered ON, you are automatically presented with a series of basic customer settings. The following settings are available. If the set is in standby mode, press the POWER button on the remote control. Result: The message Plug &...
  • Page 18 Plug & Play If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 19: Selecting Tv Mode Or An Input Source

    Selecting TV Mode or an Input Source You can choose TV mode or change to an input source connected to the TV set. Use this button to choose an input source that you would like to watch. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 20: Editing An Input Source Name

    Editing an Input Source Name Entering the names of the input source devices connected to the input ports on the TV set allows you to find and choose an input source that you would like to watch in a quick and convenient manner. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 21: Choosing Your Language

    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 indicators. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed.

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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: 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 24 Storing Channels Manually If you know the channel number to be stored, Press the button to select the Channel. Press the ENTER button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the button and then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 25: Editing The Channels

    Editing the Channels You can exclude any channels of your choice from the channels you have 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 26: 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. Assign easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch most often. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 27: I Giving Channels Names

    Giving Channels Names If channel name information is broadcast when you store the channels either manually or automatically, the names are assigned to the channels directly. You can however change these names or assign new names as required. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 28: Changing The Picture Standard

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

  • Page 29: 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 the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Screen Background Colour

    Adjusting the Screen Background Colour You can change the screen background colour according to your preference. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 31: Changing The Sound Standard

    Changing the Sound Standard 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. Press the button to select the Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 32: Selecting Auto Volume Control

    Selecting Auto Volume Control Reduces the differences in volume level between broadcasters. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 33: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button. Result: The Clock is selected. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 34: Switching Off Automatically

    Switching Off Automatically You can select a time period of between Off and 180 minutes after which your set automatically switches off. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 35: 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: Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select. Switch off automatically at the time you select. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 36: 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". Press the MENU button.

  • Page 37: Teletext Feature

    Teletext Feature Most television channels provide written information services via teletext. Information provided includes: Television programme times News bulletins and weather forecasts Sports results Travel information This information is divided into numbered pages (see diagram). Part Contents Selected page number. Broadcasting channel identity.

  • Page 38: Displaying The Teletext Information

    Displaying the Teletext Information You can display Teletext information at any time on your set. ☛ For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable; otherwise: N Information may be missing N Some pages may not be displayed Select the channel providing the Teletext service using the button.

  • Page 39: Selecting A Page By Number

    Selecting a Page by Number You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.

  • Page 40: Using Flof To Select A Page

    Using FLOF to Select a 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. Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX button. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to select;...

  • Page 41: Setting Up Your Pc Software

    Windows and your particular video card. However, 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.) First, click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.

  • Page 42: Coarse And Fine Tuning Of The Image

    Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol . Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 43: Changing The Image Position

    Changing the Image Position Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol . Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 44: Initializing The Image Settings

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

  • Page 45: Adjusting The Pc Screen Automatically

    Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol . Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 46: Picture Mode

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

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Screen Background Colour

    Adjusting the Screen Background Colour You can change the screen background colour according to your preference. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 48: Customizing The Colour

    Customizing the Colour Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER button. Press the button to select the Colour Control. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 49: 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. N Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket.

  • Page 50: Power Saver

    On your computer check: Control Panel, Display, Settings. ◆ If the setting is not correct, use your computer utility programme to change the display settings. Your set supports multiscan display functions within the following frequency domain: ”(LW15M23C) ”(LW17M24C) ”(LW20M21C) ”(LW20M22C) Horizontal...

  • Page 51: Technical And Environmental Specifications

    Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name LW15M23C LW17M24C LW20M21C LW20M22C Panel Size 331.6(H) x 254.9(V)mm 383.5(H) x 298.0(V)mm 413.0(H) x 311.0(V)mm 413.0(H) x 311.0(V)mm 13.05(H) x 10.03(V)inch 15.09(H) x 11.73(V)inch 16.25(H) x 12.24(V)inch 16.25(H) x 12.24(V)inch Display Size 304.1(H) x 228.1(V)mm 337.9(H) x 270.3(V)mm...

  • Page 52: Display Modes

    - / - 17M24C 20M22C 46.875 800X600 75.000 49.500 + / + SVGA 800X600 37.879 60.317 40.000 + / + LW15M23C, 17M24C, 20M22C 1024X768 48.363 60.004 65.000 - / - 1024X768 60.023 75.029 78.750 + / + LW15M23C, 17M24C 63.981 1280X1024 60.020...

  • Page 53: Retractable Stand

    < LW20M21C / LW20M22C > model swivels left and right. < LW20M21C / LW20M22C > < LW15M23C / LW17M24C > Using Your TV in Another Country If you plan to take your TV with you to a foreign country, please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world.

  • Page 54: 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. Cable The appearance and locking method may Figure 2 differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer.

  • Page 55: Installing The Wall Mount Kit (Lw15M23C/Lw17M24C)

    7/25/04 3:00 PM Page 52 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LW15M23C/LW17M24C) Note : 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 Please use provided components or parts to install the Wall Mount Kit.
  • Page 56 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LW15M23C/LW17M24C) Adjust LCD TV to the hook on the bracket and move in the direction of the arrow(Left) so that LCD TV can be completely fixed to the bracket. When bracket is assembled on the wall...

  • Page 57: Installing The Wall Mount Kit (Lw20M21C/Lw20M22C)

    Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LW20M21C/LW20M22C) Note : 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 Please use provided components or parts to install the Wall Mount Kit. Bracket Anchors : 4EA Screws : 4EA...
  • Page 58 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LW20M21C/LW20M22C) Adjust LCD TV to the hook on the bracket and move in the direction of the arrow(Left) so that LCD TV can be completely fixed to the bracket. When bracket is assembled on the wall How to hang monitor up on a hook When installation is completed Remove Installation Guide after completing setup of LCD TV on the wall.
  • Page 59 Memo...
  • Page 60 04-BN68-00633C-00Eng.qxd 4/18/04 7:34 AM Page 55 - 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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