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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
BN68-00437T-02
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.
LCD TV
LW17N23W
LW17N23N

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  • Page 1 ELECTRONICS Owner’s Instructions BN68-00437T-02 LCD TV LW17N23W LW17N23N 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.
  • Page 2 LCD TV LW17N23W LW17N23N 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...
  • Page 3 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 4 • 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 5: 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 6: Safety Instructions

    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 liquids. During storm conditions (especially when there is lightning) unplug your set from the mains socket and aerial. Always keep the power adaptor in a well-ventilated area.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    OREWORD Caution ... Safety Instructions... 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 ...
  • Page 8 Contents ETTING THE Setting the Clock ... Switching Off Automatically ... Switching the Television On and Off Automatically ... SING THE ARIOUS UNCTIONS Setting the Blue Screen Mode ... Displaying Information... PC F SING THE UNCTIONS Setting Up Your PC Software ... Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image...

  • Page 9: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control Panel TV/VIDEO Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV - AV1 - AV2 - AV3 - S-Video - PC). MENU Opens the on-screen menu. Moves the selector left or right on the OSD. Increases or decreases the level of audio volume and the values of the selected function.

  • Page 10: Viewing The Connection Panel

    Viewing the Connection Panel Colors may vary depending on the model you purchase Option Power Input 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.

  • Page 11: 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 12: 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 “AUDIO (L)” and “AUDIO (R)” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device.

  • Page 13: 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-10 Check that all the necessary connections have been made (refer to pages 8 and 9 for further details). PC button...

  • Page 14: 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 15: Viewing The Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)

    Viewing the Remote Control Television On/Off Picture size selection Automatic switch-off Numeric buttons for direct channel access One/Two-digit channel selection Temporary sound switch-off Volume up or down Select to the TV mode directly Menu display and change confirmation Sound effect selection Sound mode selection The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.

  • Page 16: Viewing The Remote Control (Teletext Functions)

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

  • Page 17: Switching On And Off

    Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. Placing in Standby Mode Your set can be placed in Standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. The Standby mode can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example).

  • Page 18: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control

    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. Button Viewing Function Used to display the next...

  • Page 19: 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. English-16 If the set is in standby mode, press the on the remote control. Result: The message Plug &...
  • Page 20 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 21: 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. English-18 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 22: 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 23: 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. English-20 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select the Setup.

  • Page 24: 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 25: 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-22 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 26 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 Select the required number by pressing the and then press the ENTER If there is normal sound or no sound, re-select the...

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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 29: 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. English-26 Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 30: 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 31: Changing The Picture Standard

    Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. English-28 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 32: 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 33: Adjusting The Screen Background Colour

    Adjusting the Screen Background Colour You can change the screen background colour according to your preference. English-30 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 34: Selecting The Picture Format

    Selecting the Picture Format You can select the picture format 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 35: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) [PC Only] English-32 You can display a sub picture within the main picture of a set programme or video input. In this way you can watch or monitor the set programme or video input from any connected equipment while watching the set or other video input.

  • Page 36: Pip Settings

    Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Press the button to select the Position. Press the ENTER button. Select the position of the sub picture by pressing the and then press the ENTER button. Result: You can move the sub picture counterclockwise. When the size of sub picture is set to Double1 or Double2, this feature does not work.

  • Page 37: 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. English-34 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.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Custom Sound

    Adjusting the Custom Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. 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 39: Selecting Wow Surround

    Selecting WOW Surround Select the Wow Surround feature to amplify the mid- to low-range sounds or create a surround sound effect. English-36 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.

  • Page 40: 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 41: Adjusting Your Headphone Preferences

    Adjusting Your Headphone Preferences You can adjust the headphone settings to suit your preferences. The following headphones settings are available: English-38 Volume, Balance, Bass, Treble. 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.

  • Page 42: Selecting A Sound Mode For The Sub-Screen

    Selecting a Sound Mode for the Sub-Screen 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. Press the button to select the Sound Select.

  • Page 43: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock English-40 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 Time is selected. Press the ENTER button.

  • Page 44: Switching Off Automatically

    Switching Off Automatically You can select a time period of between -- 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 45: 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. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 46: 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 47: 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 “Settings” on the Windows start menu.

  • Page 48: Coarse And Fine Tuning Of The Image

    Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image Preset to PC mode by pressing the PC button. 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 theENTER button.

  • Page 49: Changing The Image Position

    Changing the Image Position English-46 Preset to PC mode by pressing the PC button. 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 50: Initializing The Image Settings

    Initializing the Image Settings Preset to PC mode by pressing the PC button. 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. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Pc Screen Automatically

    Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically English-48 Preset to PC mode by pressing the PC button. 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 52: 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 53: Displaying The Teletext Information

    Displaying the Teletext Information You can display Teletext information at any time on your set. English-50 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 using the button.

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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. English-52 Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TEXT/MIX button. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to select;...

  • Page 56: Storing Teletext Pages

    Storing Teletext Pages You can store up to four teletext pages to display them later at leisure. Select the LIST mode using the Result: Four 3-digit numbers are displayed in different colours. (LIST/FLOF) button is used to switch between the LIST and FLOF modes. Press the coloured button corresponding to the page that will be replaced.

  • 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: Power Saver

    TFT LCD panel manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with precision of 1ppm(one millionth) above is used for this product. But the pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color seem to be bright sometimes or some of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use it without uneasiness.

  • Page 59: Technical And Environmental Specifications

    Audio Characteristics Audio Input 1 Audio Input 2 (PC) Headphone Output Frequency Response English-56 LW17N23W / LW17N23N 17” Diagonal 370.56 (H) x 222.36 (V) mm a-si TFT active matrix 0.2895 (H) x 0.2895 (V) mm 170/170 (Horizontal/Vertical) 30 ~ 68 kHz...

  • Page 60: Display Modes

    Display Modes If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system does not equal the standard signal mode, adjust the mode with reference to the Video card user guide, as the screen may not display or only the power LED may be on. For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimised during manufacture.

  • Page 61: Maintenance Of Your Television

    Maintenance of Your Television To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the TV cabinet. Users must not service the TV. User maintenance is restricted to cleaning, as explained below: Unplug the television from the power outlet before cleaning. When you clean the TFT-LCD and the external panel, please apply the recommended small amount of cleaner, using a soft, dry cloth to polish it.

  • Page 62: How To Connect The Cables And Stand Base

    How to connect the cables and stand base Colors may vary depending on the model you purchase Remove the cover as shown in the picture. Replace the cover. Connect the cables as shown in the picture. Attach the stand to the TV set as shown in the picture.

  • Page 63: Installing The Wall Mount Kit (Sold Separately)

    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. Connect the hinge to the wall mount bracket. Secure the bracket to the wall. English-60 (Sold separately) Use (a) holes to attach the VESA mount.

  • Page 64: Installing The Wall Mount Kit

    Installing the Wall Mount Kit Remove the base from the TV set. Mount the TV on the wall mount bracket. Colors may vary depending on the model you purchase Holder-Wall : 1EA Holder-Ass'y : 1EA Screw BH 4 x 25 : 4EA Anchor : 4EA (Sold separately) Screw FH 4 x 8 : 10EA...

  • 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 Memo English-63...
  • Page 67 - 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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