BN68-00438E-02Cover 8/18/03 6:20 PM Page 1 LCD TV LCD TV - AFTER SALES SERVICE LW15E33C LW17E34C - 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.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 1 LCD TV LW15E33C LW17E34C Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
BN68-00438D-03eng 8/18/03 11:11 AM Page 2 Caution CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER, NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash and arrow head within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of “dangerous voltage” inside the product. The exclamation point within the triangle is a warning sign alerting you of important instructions accompanying the product.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 3 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 direct sunlight. Do NOT expose your set to any liquids. If your set is broken, do not try to repair it yourself. Contact qualified service personnel. During storm conditions (especially when there is lightning) unplug your set from the mains socket and aerial.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 4 Contents ◆ FOREWORD ■ ■ Caution .......................................................................................................... Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 2 3 ◆ CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Viewing the Control Panel ............................................................................. Viewing the Connection Panel .....................
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 5 Contents ◆ USING THE VARIOUS FUNCTIONS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Changing the Sound Standard ........................................................................ Adjusting the Sound Settings .......................................................................... Enjoying the Dolby Sound.............................................................................. Selecting the Sound Mode..............................................................................
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 6 Viewing the Control Panel TV/VIDEO Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV - Video1 - Video2 - 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. Moves the selector up or down on the OSD. Increases or decreases the channel number. English-6 POWER Turns ON/OFF your set.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 7 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.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 8 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 Set-Top Box, VCR, or DVD - Connect the VCR, or DVD SCART cable to the SCART connector of the VCR, or DVD.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 9 Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting External A/V Devices - Connect RCA or S-VIDEO cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as 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. - Headphone may be connected to the headphone output (Ø) on the rear of your set.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 10 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. Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL S.STD 1 Check that all the necessary connections have been made (refer to pages 8 and 9 for further details). 2 Switch your set on and if necessary, press the TV/VIDEO button repeatedly.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 11 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 Insert two R03, UM4, “AAA” 1.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 12 Viewing the Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext) Select to the PC mode directly Power Television On/Off TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY STILL Available sources selection Display the setting information Picture freeze P.STD S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 13 Viewing the Remote Control (Teletext Functions) Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL S.STD Teletext next page Programme selection by name P MENU P Teletext previous page MUTE EXIT Exit from the Teletext display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PRE-CH -/-0 Teletext display/ mix both teletext information and the normal broadcast Teletext hold Teletext reveal TTX/MIX AUTO SLEEP DUAL I/II LIST/FLOF P.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 14 Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. ☛ Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD If you have purchased this set in the United Kingdom, refer to page 42 for further instructions on plug wiring. STILL S.STD 1 Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: MUTE A Standby indicator lights off on the front panel. 2 Press the Power ( 3 To switch off, press the Power ( ) button to switch on. ) button again.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 15 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 Power The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions. Power PC TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO DISPLAY STILL S.STD ▲ P Power P ▼ MUTE EXIT EXIT TV/VIDEO PRE-CH PRE-CH 9 -/-- SLEEP P.SIZE STILL S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 16 Choosing Your Language Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL S.STD Power Power When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the language which will be used displaying menusSTILL and indications. TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC for DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL Power P 1 MENU Press theP.STD MENU P.STD button. S.STD Power S.STD PC The main menu is displayed. TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO Result: DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL STILL S.STD S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 17 Storing Channels Automatically You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you Power Power (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 TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL STILL PoweryouPower clear any channels do not wish to watch. P.STD 1 Result: P.STD S.STD S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 18 Storing Channels Manually Channel Auto store Manual store Name Add/Erase Fine tune Channel sort You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable networks.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 19 Giving Channels Names Power Power If channel name information is broadcast when you store the channels either manually or automatically, the names are assigned to the channels directly. YouTV/VIDEO can names or assign new TV/VIDEO PC however DISPLAY PC change DISPLAY STILLthese STILL Power Power names as required. 1 2 P.STD TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO PC S.STD DISPLAY STILL S.STD STILL Result: P.STDThe main P.STD menu is displayed. S.STD S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 20 Skipping Unwanted Channels Channel Auto store Manual store Name Add/Erase Fine tune Channel sort 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 Power are not Power displayed. All channels that you doPC not specifically choose to skip are displayed TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY STILL STILL Power TV/VIDEO Power DISPLAY during scanning.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 21 Sorting the Stored Channels You can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to: Power Power order in which the channels have been ◆ Modify the numeric automatically stored. ◆ Give easily remembered numbers to the channels that you TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL STILL Power TV/VIDEO Power watch most often. 1 2 P.STD TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO PC S.STD DISPLAY STILL S.STD STILL Result: P.STD The main menu is displayed. Power Power P.STD S.STD S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM Page 22 Changing the Picture Standard Power Power TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC Picture Mode Custom Brightness Contrast Sharpness Colour Tint Colour tone Standard Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD DISPLAY STILL STILL Power Power TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC 1 Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Result: P.STD P.STD Press the P▼ or P▲ button to select the Picture. The options available in the Picture group are displayed. Result: 3 Press the - or + button.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:11 PM TV/VIDEO Page 23 PC DISPLAY STILL P.STD S.STD MUTE EXIT Selecting the Picture Format Power Power TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL STILL Power Power You can select the picture format which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. P.STD P.STD S.STD S.STD TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC 1 2 Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. Result: P.STD Function DISPLAY PC P.STD DISPLAY STILL S.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 24 Changing the Sound Standard Power You can selectTV/VIDEO the type of special sound effect toSTILL be used when TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL Power Power watching a given broadcast. Sound Mode Bass Treble Dolby Power Custom P.STD : Off 1 P.STD S.STD S.STD TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC Press the MENU button. Result: TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL 3 4 Press the - or S.STD EXIT EXIT + button.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 25 Enjoying the Dolby Sound Power Power This feature provides a home theater-like Dolby STILL effect by mixing the TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL left and right speakers. Power 1 Power P.STD P.STD S.STD S.STD Press the MENU button. Sound Mode Bass Treble Dolby Custom : On TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC TheDISPLAY PC menu DISPLAY STILL STILL Result: main is displayed. 2 Press the P▼ or P▲ button to select the Sound. P.STD P.STD S.STD S.
BN68-00438D-03eng 8/18/03 2:47 PM Page 26 Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Function Sleep timer PIP Size Language Off Normal English Power within the main picture of PC MODE. You can displayPower a sub picture In this way you can watch TV program or external A/V device such as VCR or DVD (to video_1, watching PC Mode. TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PCvideo_2, DISPLAY PC S-video), DISPLAY STILLwhileSTILL Power Power 1 P.STD P.STD S.STD Press the MENU button.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Power Page 27 TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL S.STD Switching Off Automatically Power Power You can select a time period of between 10 and 240 minutes after your set automatically switches off. TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL STILL Power 1 Power P.STD Press the MENU P.STD button. S.STD S.STD Result: TV/VIDEO The main menu isDISPLAY displayed. TV/VIDEO PC PC DISPLAY STILL 2 Result: 3 4 S.STD - or + button. The Sleep timer is selected.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 28 Setting up Your PC Software (Based on Widows 2000) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. But the actual screens on your 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.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Power Page 29 Power Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast ➣ 1 Preset to the PC mode by the PC DISPLAY button. TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PCpressing DISPLAY PC STILL Power Power P.STD S.STD S.STD STILL TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Power P.STD 2 P.STD STILL Power P.STD S.STD S.STD Press the P▼ or P▲ button to select the PC.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 30 Adjusting the Image Quality ➣ PC Image Image lock Position Colour adjust Recall Auto adjustment 1024x768 48.2kHz 59.8Hz Preset to the PC mode by pressing the PC button. Power Power This feature isTV/VIDEO used to fine tuneDISPLAY and getDISPLAY the best STILL image by removing PC PC STILL Power TV/VIDEO Power noises that create unstable images with jitters and shimmers. 1 2 P.STD TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO PC S.STD DISPLAY STILL S.STD STILL Result: P.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Power Page 31 Power Changing the Image Position ➣ 1 Preset to the PC mode by the PC DISPLAY button. TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PCpressing DISPLAY PC STILL Power Power P.STD TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO PC Press the MENUPower button. Power DISPLAY PC S.STD DISPLAY STILL Result: P.STDThe main P.STD menu is displayed. S.STD 2 STILL S.STD STILL S.STD TV/VIDEO PC button DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL Press the P▼ orTV/VIDEO P▲ to select the PC.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 32 Power Adjusting the Color ➣ PC Image Image lock Position Colour adjust Recall Auto adjustment 1024x768 48.2kHz 59.8Hz PC Mode Red Green Blue 2 TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO PCpressing DISPLAY PC STILL Preset to the PC mode by the PC DISPLAY button. Power Power P.STD TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO PC STILL S.STD DISPLAY STILL S.STD STILL Result: P.STDThe main P.STDmenu is displayed. S.STD S.STD Press the MENU button.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 33 Initializing the Image Settings ➣ Power Power Preset to the PC mode by pressing the PC button. TV/VIDEO PC Power TV/VIDEO Power DISPLAY PC DISPLAY STILL STILL You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. 1 2 P.STD TV/VIDEO P.STD TV/VIDEO PC S.STD DISPLAY STILL S.STD STILL Result: Power Power P.STDThe main P.STD menu is displayed. S.STD S.STD Press the MENU button. DISPLAY PC Press the P▼ or P▲ button to select the PC.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM 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 indications. D Date and time. E Text.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 35 Displaying the Teletext Information Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL S.STD You can display Teletext information at any time on your set. P ☛ For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable; otherwise: MENU P ◆ Information may be missing MUTE ◆ Some pages may not be displayed 1 2 Select the channel providing the Teletext service using the P▼ or P▲ button.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 36 Selecting a Page by Number Power TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P.STD STILL S.STD You can enter the page number directly by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. 1 P Power MENU TV/VIDEO PC DISPLAY P P.STD MUTE Result: STILL S.STD EXIT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Enter the three-digit page number given in the content by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. 2 The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 37 MUTE EXIT Using FLOF to Select a Page PRE-CH -/-- The various topics included in the teletext pages are color-coded, and can be selected by pressing the colored buttons on the remote control. 1 2 Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX button. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to select; the available topics are given on the status line.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 38 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 button has been pressed on the remote control.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 39 Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel On PC mode, 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. ➣ On PC mode, image is not centered on the screen.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 40 Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Panel Size Display Size Type Pixel Pitch Viewing Angle Frequency Horizontal Vertical Display Color Display Resolution Optimum Mode Maximum Mode LW15E33C 15” Diagonal 17” Diagonal 304.1(H) x 228.1(V) mm 337.92(H) x 270.336(V) mm a-si TFT active matrix 0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V) mm 0.264 (H) x 0.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 41 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. For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during manufacture.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 42 Maintenance of Your Television To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the TV cabinet (except for gaining access to the cable connectors as described on page 7). Users cannot service the TV. User maintenance is restricted to cleaning as explained below: Unplug the television from the power outlet before cleaning.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 43 How to assemble the TV set and stand base Note : The curved side of the stand base should be placed at the back of the TV set as shown in the above figure.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 44 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (Sold separately) 1 2 English-44
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 45 Installing the Wall Mount Kit (Sold separately) 3 4 English-45
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 46 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. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable.
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 47 Memo English-47
BN68-00438D-02_en 6/11/03 7:12 PM Page 48 - 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.
