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apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 1 Owner’s Instructions PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) LCD TV LW29A13W LW40A13W Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLAY TELETEXT...
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apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 3 Safety Instructions These illustrations represent precautions concerning your set. Do NOT expose your set to extreme temperature or humidity conditions. If your set is broken, do not try to repair it yourself. Contact qualified service personnel. THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL ENVIRONMENTS Caution CAUTION...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 4 OREWORD Safety Instructions ... Caution ... ONNECTING AND Viewing the Control Panel ... Viewing the Connection Panel ... - Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network ... - Connecting External A/V Devices ... - Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR, or DVD... - Connecting Computer...
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apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 5 SING THE ARIOUS Setting the External Digital Sound (LW40A13W)... Setting the Dolby Digital (LW40A13W)... Setting the Dolby Pro-Logic (LW40A13W) ... Selecting the Sound Mode... Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP)... Selecting the Sleep Timer ... Setting and Displaying the Current Time ...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 6 Viewing the Control Panel (Power) Turns ON/OFF your set. Power Indicator Remote Control Sensor TV/VIDEO Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, EXT1, EXT2, PC Analog, PC Digital). English-6 MENU Opens the OSD and selects the function.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 7 Viewing the Connection Panel LW29A13W Power Input LW40A13W Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions and associated safety precautions.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 8 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 External A/V Devices...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 9 Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting Digital Audio Inputs Connect RCA audio cables to a equipment with a digital output (to take digital sound). Connecting Speakers (depending on the model) Mount the brackets on the speaker and your set.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 11 Viewing the Remote Control (Teletext Functions) Teletext reveal Teletext index Teletext sub-page Teletext display/ Mix both teletext information and Teletext size selection the normal broadcast Fastext topic selection English-11...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 12 Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control Switching On and Off English-12 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 14 Choosing Your Language Function Time Language English DNIe English-14 When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 15 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 16 Storing Channels Manually Channel Auto store Manual store Name Add/Erase Fine tune Channel sort Channel Colour system AUTO Sound system Search 0MHz Channel Program Store Channel Colour system AUTO Sound system Search 0MHz Channel Program Store Channel...
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apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 17 Storing Channels Manually If you know the channel number to be stored, press the P button to select the Channel. Indicate the required number by + button. pressing the - or If you do not know the channel numbers, press the P button to select the Search.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 18 Giving Channels Names English-18 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 19 Skipping Unwanted 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 20 Sorting the Stored Channels Channel Auto store Manual store Name Add/Erase Fine tune Channel sort Channel sort From P 1 ----- Store Channel sort From P 1 ----- P 3 ----- Store Channel sort From P 3 ----- P 1 -----...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 21 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 P or P button to select the Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 22 Selecting the Picture Format Freezing the Current Picture English-22 You can select the picture format which best corresponds to your viewing requirements simply by pressing the “P.SIZE” (Picture Size) button. The following picture formats are available: Sets the Normal picture in 16:9 Wide mode.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 23 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 P or P button to select the Sound.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 24 Enjoying the Dolby Sound Sound Mode Custom Bass Treble Dolby Woofer Switching the Internal Woofers On/Off Sound Mode Custom Bass Treble Dolby Woofer English-24 (LW29A13W) This feature provides a home theater-like Dolby effect by mixing the left and right speakers.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 25 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. Press the P or P button to select the Sound.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 26 Setting the Dolby Digital Rear of the TV Sound Mode Custom Bass Treble Ext. audio Audio out Volume Int. mute Dolby Digital Sound Pro Logic Dynamic range : Speaker set Sound Pro Logic Dynamic range : Speaker set Sound Pro Logic...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 27 Setting the Dolby Pro Logic In case of “Pro Logic : Auto” Output Main Input Left (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 : On” Output Main Input...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 28 Selecting the Sound Mode English-28 The “S.MODE” 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 29 Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) You can display a sub picture within the main picture of TV program or external A/V devices such as VCR or DVD. In this way you can watch TV program the video input from any connected devices while watching TV or other video input.
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apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 30 Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Function TV/Video Video Size Small Locate Swap Sound sel Main Function TV/Video Video Size Small Locate Swap Sound sel Main Function TV/Video Video Size Small Locate Swap Sound sel Main English-30 Press the P...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 31 Selecting the Sleep timer You can select a time period of between 10 and 240 minutes after your set automatically switches off. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the P or P button to select the Function.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 32 Setting and Displaying the Current Time Function Time Language English DNIe Function Time Setting Clock 09:35 On time 24:00 Off Off time 24:00 Off Sleep timer English-32 You can set the television’s clock so that the current time is display by pressing the “DISPLAY”...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 33 Switching the Television On and Off Automatically You can switch the television on or 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” on the previous page). Press the MENU button.
Language English DNIe English-34 Samsung’s New Technology bring you more detailed image with contrast enhancement and white enhancement. New image compensation algorithm gives brighter, cleare, to our customers. DNIe technology will fit every signals into your eyes. Press the MENU button.
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.) First, click on “Settings” on the Windows start menu.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 36 Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness Image Image lock Position Colour adjust Recall Auto adjustment 1024x768 48.2kHz 59.9Hz Image Contrast Brightness Size Expand 1 Contrast Selecting the Image Size Image Contrast Brightness Size Expand 1 English-36 Preset to the PC mode by pressing the VIDEO button.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 37 Adjusting the Image Quality Preset to the PC mode by pressing the VIDEO button. This function doesn’t work in Digital input. This feature is used to fine tune and get the best image by removing noises that create unstable images with jitters and shimmers.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 38 Adjusting the Colour Image Image lock Position Colour adjust Recall Auto adjustment 1024x768 48.2kHz 59.9Hz Mode Custom Mode Custom English-38 Preset to the PC mode by pressing the VIDEO button. This function doesn’t work in Digital input. Press the MENU button.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 39 Initializing the Image Settings Preset to the PC mode by pressing the VIDEO button. You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the P or P button to select the PC.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 40 Teletext Feature English-40 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 41 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: Information may be missing Some pages may not be displayed Select the channel providing the Teletext service by pressing the P or P...
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 42 Selecting a Teletext Page English-42 The various topics included in the teletext pages are colour-coded, and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons on the remote control. Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons.
Page 43 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.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 44 PowerSaver This set has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your set into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain period of time. The available modes are “On”, “Standby”, “Sleep”, and “Deep Sleep”.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 45 Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Panel Size Display Size 631.68 (H) x 397.01 (V) mm Type Pixel Pitch 0.4935 (H) x 0.4935 (V) mm Viewing Angle Frequency Horizontal Vertical Display Colour Display Resolution Maximum Mode Input Signal Sync.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 46 Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Audio Characteristics Audio Input Audio Input (PC) Audio Output Speaker Output Headphone Output Frequency Response Display Modes If the signal from the system equals to the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system doesn’t equal to the standard signal mode, adjust the mode with referring to the Video card user guide because the screen might not display or only the power LED might be on.
apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 47 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.
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apollo_en 1/10/03 10:53 AM Page 50 - 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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