BN68-00633J-00cover.qxd 6/8/04 2:05 PM Page 1 LCD TV LS15M23C LS17M24C LS20M22C - 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. Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ELECTRONICS ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLAY TELETEXT BN68-00633J-00 This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/11/04 11:35 AM Page 2 Precautions When Using the Still Image The 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).
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/11/04 11:35 AM • 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 analogue (regular) broadcast on a wide-screen TV (with the 4:3 screen mode selected).
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:01 AM Page 2 Contents ◆ CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Viewing the Control Panel ............................................................................. Viewing the Connection Panel ...................................................................... - Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network.................................... - Connecting Component Device (DVD - 480i, 480p, 576i, and 576p only supported) ....................
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:01 AM Page 3 Contents ◆ USING ■ ■ ◆ USING ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ◆ USING ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS Setting the Blue Screen Mode ...................................................................... Displaying Information................................................................................... THE TELETEXT FEATURE Teletext Feature.............................................................................................
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:01 AM Page 4 Viewing the Control Panel POWER SOURCE Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV - AV - S-Video - Component - PC). You can also use the SOURCE( button on the TV’s control panel to make selections. ) MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features. Turns ON/OFF your set. HEADPHONE SPEAKERS REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR Aims the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
01-BN68-00633J-01Eng.qxd 7/25/04 11:19 AM Page 5 Viewing the Connection Panel < LS17M24C > < LS15M23C / LS20M22C > Power Input Power Input Option 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.
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/11/04 1:44 PM Page 6 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 Component Device (DVD - 480i, 480p, 576i, and 576p only supported).
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:01 AM Page 7 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. Connecting Headphones. - Plug a set of headphones into the 3.5mm mini-jack socket on the right-side of the set.
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:01 AM Page 8 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. 1 2 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. Press the SOURCE button to choose Video mode.
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:01 AM Page 9 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. 1 Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing the symbol downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it. 2 Install two AAA size batteries.
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 10 Viewing the Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext) Television On/Off Numeric buttons for direct channel access One/Two-digit channel selection Previous channel -Next channel -Previous channel Temporary sound switch-off Available source selection Volume up or down Select to the TV mode directly Menu display and change confirmation Use to see information on the current broadcast.
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01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 12 Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. 1 Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: When the power cord is plugged in, the LED turns red. 2 Press the POWER button to switch on. 3 To switch off, press the POWER button again. Placing in Standby Mode Your set can be placed in Standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption.
01-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 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. Button PRE-CH - 9 -/-- Viewing Function Menu Function Used to display the next stored channel. - Used to display the previous stored channel.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 14 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. 1 If the set is in standby mode, press the remote control. Result: The message Plug & Play is displayed. It appears for a little while, and then the "Check antenna input." menu is automatically displayed. 2 The message “Check antenna input.” is displayed with OK selected.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 15 Plug & Play If you want to reset this feature... 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select the Plug & Play. Press the ENTER button. Result: 5 button. The message Plug & Play is displayed. For further details on how to set up this feature, refer to the previous page.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 16 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the ENTER Result: 3 button. The Source List is selected. Press the or button to move to the input source that you wish to choose. Press the ENTER button. Result: English-16 button to select the Input.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 17 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 The main menu is displayed. Press the ENTER Result: button to select the Input. The options available in the Input group are displayed. 3 Press the or button to select the Edit Name.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 18 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Channel.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 19 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Channel. The options available in the Channel group are displayed.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 20 Storing Channels Manually 9 If you know the channel number to be stored, Press the or button to select the Channel. Press the ENTER button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER button. Press the button to select the Channel. Select the required number by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER button. If there is normal sound or no sound, re-select the sound system required.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 21 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Channel. The options available in the Channel group are displayed.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 22 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: or button to select the Channel. The options available in the Channel group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select Sort.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 23 Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: 3 The main menu is displayed. or The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER Result: button to select the Picture. button. The Mode is selected. 4 Press the ENTER 5 Select the required picture effect by pressing the repeatedly.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 24 Adjusting the Custom Picture Your set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Picture. The options available in the Picture group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select the Custom. Press the ENTER button.
02-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:02 AM Page 25 Adjusting the Screen Background Colour You can change the screen background colour according to your preference. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Picture. The options available in the Picture group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select the Colour Tone. Press the ENTER button. Result: 5 button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 26 Changing the Sound Standard You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: 3 The main menu is displayed. or The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER Result: button to select the Sound. button. The Mode is selected . 4 Press the ENTER 5 Select the required sound effect by pressing the repeatedly.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 27 Selecting Auto Volume Control Reduces the differences in volume level between broadcasters. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Sound. The options available in the Sound group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER button. 4 Press the or button to select Auto Volume. Press the ENTER button. 5 Press the or button to select Off/On. Press the ENTER button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 28 Setting the Clock 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. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ENTER button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 29 Switching Off Automatically You can select a time period of between Off and 180 minutes after which your set automatically switches off. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ENTER button. Result: The Time menu are displayed with Clock selected.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 30 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 31 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". 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 32 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).
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 33 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. 1 Select the channel providing the Teletext service using the or button. 2 Press the TTX/MIX button to activate the teletext mode. Result: The contents page is displayed.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 34 Selecting a Page by Number You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. 1 Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: 2 The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed. If the selected page is linked with several secondary pages, the secondary pages are displayed in sequence.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 35 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. 1 Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX button. 2 Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to select; the available topics are given on the status line.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 36 Setting Up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. The actual screens on your PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of 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.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 37 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. Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol. 1 Press the MENU button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 38 Changing the Image Position Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select PC. Press the ENTER button. Result: 5 button. The options available in the PC menu are displayed. Press the or button to select Position. Press the ENTER button.
03-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:03 AM Page 39 Initializing the Image Settings You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select PC. Press the ENTER button.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 40 Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically 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. Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote contol. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: or button to select Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 41 Picture Mode You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: 3 The main menu is displayed. or The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Press the ENTER Result: button to select the Picture. button. The Mode is selected. 4 Press the ENTER 5 Select the required picture effect by pressing the repeatedly. Press the ENTER button.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 42 Adjusting the Screen Background Colour You can change the screen background colour according to your preference. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: or button to select the Picture. The options available in the Picture group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select the Colour Tone. Press the ENTER button. Result: 5 English-42 The main menu is displayed. button.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 43 Customizing the Colour 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Picture. The options available in the Picture group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER 4 Press the or button to select the Colour Control. Press the ENTER button. 5 Select the option (Red, Green, Blue) to be adjusted by pressing the or button. Press the ENTER button. Result: button. The horizontal bar is displayed.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 44 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. ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket. Check that you have pressed the POWER button.
04-BN68-00633J-01Eng.qxd 7/28/04 2:25 PM Page 45 Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel In PC mode, the image is not stable and may appear to vibrate. ◆ Check that the display resolution and frequency from your computer or video board is an available mode for your set. On your computer check: Control Panel, Display, Settings. ◆ If the setting is not correct, use your computer utility programme to change the display settings.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 46 Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name LS15M23C LS17M24C LS20M22C Type Pixel Pitch Viewing Angle 331.6(H) x 254.9(V)mm 13.05(H) x 10.03(V)inch 304.1(H) x 228.1(V)mm 11.97(H) x 8.98(V)inch a-si TFT active matrix 0.297(H) x 0.297(V)mm 140/115 383.5(H) x 298.0(V)mm 15.09(H) x 11.73(V)inch 337.9(H) x 270.3(V)mm 13.30(H) x 10.64(V)inch a-si TFT active matrix 0.264(H) x 0.264(V)mm 140/120 413.0(H) x 311.0(V)mm 16.25(H) x 12.24(V)inch 408.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 47 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; otherwise there may be no video. For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during manufacture.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 48 Retractable Stand Note : The maximum tilt angle is 13 degrees in the backward direction. Please do not tilt the TV outside the specified range. Using excessive force to tilt the TV may cause permanent damage to the mechanical part of the stand. < LS20M22C > model swivels left and right.
04-BN68-00633J-01Eng.qxd 7/25/04 11:28 AM Page 49 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. Please refer to the manual provided with the Kensington lock for proper use. Cable Figure 2 Figure 1 1.
04-BN68-00633J-01Eng.qxd 7/25/04 3:18 PM Page 50 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LS15M23C, LS17M24C) 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 : 3EA Screws : 3EA How to assemble the Wall Mount Kit 1 Mark the location of hole on the wall using installation guide.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 51 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LS15M23C, LS17M24C) 4 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 LCD TV up on a hook When installation is completed 5 Remove Installation Guide after completing setup of monitor on the wall. 6 Push the LCD TV up and shift to the right to detach it from bracket.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 52 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LS20M22C) 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 How to assemble the Wall Mount Kit 1 Mark the location of hole on the wall using installation guide.
04-BN68-00633J-00Eng.qxd 6/8/04 10:04 AM Page 53 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (LS20M22C) 4 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 5 Remove Installation Guide after completing setup of LCD TV on the wall. 6 Push the LCD TV up and shift to the right to detach it from bracket.
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