BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 9:16 PM Page 1 LCD TV LCD TV LE15S51B LE20S51B - 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. LE15S51B/LE20S51B ELECTRONICS ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLAY TELETEXT BN68-00816F-00 This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
00-BN68-00816D-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 9:13 PM Page 1 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).
00-BN68-00816D-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 9:13 PM Page 2 • 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).
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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 a Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD ..................................................
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 AM Page 3 Contents ◆ SETTING ■ ■ ■ ◆ USING ■ ■ ◆ USING ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ◆ USING ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ THE TIME Setting the Clock ........................................................................................... Switching Off Automatically ........................................................................... Switching the Television On and Off Automatically ....................................... THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS Setting the Blue Screen Mode ........
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 AM Page 4 Viewing the Control Panel SOURCE Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV - AV1 - AV2 - S-Video - PC). ) button You can also use the SOURCE( on the TV’s control panel to make selections. MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features. - + Moves the selector left or right on the OSD. Decreases or increases the level of audio volume and the values of the selected function. Moves the selector down or up on the OSD.
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 AM Page 5 Viewing the Connection Panel 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.
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 AM 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 a Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD - Connect the VCR, or DVD SCART cable to the SCART connector of the VCR, or DVD.
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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. Kensington Slot - This television has been designed to apply a burglarproof lock.
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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. The input sources are displayed in the following order: AV1 - AV2 - S-Video - PC.
01-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:07 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 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 on the remote control. Result: 2 POWER button The message Plug & Play is displayed. It appears for a little while, and then the Language menu is automatically displayed. Select the appropriate Language by pressing the or button.
02-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 18 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. 1 Press the MENU button. Result: 2 Press the Result: English-18 The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Setup. The options available in the Setup group are displayed. 3 Press the ENTER button. 4 Press the or button to select the Language. Press the ENTER button.
02-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 19 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 20 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: or button to select the Channel. The options available in the Channel group are displayed.
02-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 21 Storing Channels Manually 8 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. Select the required number by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER button. If there is abnormal sound or no sound, re-select the sound system required.
02-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 22 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: button to select the Channel. The options available in the Channel group are displayed.
02-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 23 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: The main menu is displayed. or button to select the Channel. The options available in the Channel group are displayed.
02-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 24 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. 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 25 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 26 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:09 AM Page 27 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 28 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 29 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 30 Setting the Clock 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 Clock is selected. 5 Press the ENTER button. Press the or button to set the Hour. 6 Press the Press the 7 Press the ENTER Result: 8 or or button to move to Minute. button to set the minutes.
03-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 31 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 preset Clock is selected. 5 Press the or button to select the Sleep Timer.
03-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 32 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 33 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 34 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 A Selected page number. B Broadcasting channel identity. C Current page number or search indicators. D Date and time. E Text. F Status information.
03-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 35 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 36 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 37 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 38 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 39 Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control. 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. Result: 5 6 The options available in the PC menu are displayed. Press the ENTER Result: button.
03-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 40 Changing the Image Position Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control. 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.
03-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:10 AM Page 41 Initializing the Image Settings Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control. You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 42 Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically Preset to PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control . 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 6 button. The options available in the PC menu are displayed. Press the or button to select Auto adjustment.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 43 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 44 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-44 The main menu is displayed. button.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 45 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 46 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. ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Normal picture but no sound. ◆ Check the volume. ◆ Check whether the MUTE remote control.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 47 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 48 Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name LE15S51B LE20S51B 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 140/115 413.0(H) x 311.0(V)mm 16.25(H) x 12.24(V)inch 408.0(H) x 306.0(V)mm 16.06(H) x 12.05(V)inch a-si TFT active matrix 0.6375(H) x 0.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 49 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 50 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. 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.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 51 Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Cable Figure 2 Figure 1 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. 1.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 52 Installing VESA compliant mounting devices Mounting pad <1> <2> <1> Fold the stand pressing the button on the back of the stand. <2> Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the stand bottom and secure it with the four screws that come with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:11 AM Page 53 Installing the Wall Mount Kit 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 Installation Guide How to assemble the Wall Mount Kit 1 Mark the location of hole on the wall using installation guide.
04-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:12 AM Page 54 Installing the Wall Mount Kit 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-BN68-00816F-00Eng.qxd 2/16/05 5:12 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.
